Terms and conditions

 

 

Please read your Towns Property Management, Inc Rental Agreement carefully before you begin your vacation. Occupancy of the vacation property indicate the acceptance of the these terms in full. All policies are strictly enforced. It is the responsibility of all guests and members of their party to be familiar with all policies pertaining to rental. 


RENTER REQUIREMENTS: For legal and accounting purposes, the person placing the reservation must be the same as the credit/debit card holder. This person is considered to be the Primary Guest. All other persons involved with the rental are considered to be the Guest's invitees, and all discussion regarding reservation, cancelation, and damage policies will be discussed with the Guest, not the Guest's invitees. The Guest understands that Towns Property Management rents to responsible adults over the age of 21 ONLY.

DEPOSIT PAYMENT/ PAYMENT: Full payment is required at the time of booking. Please refer to our Cancellation Policy for questions regarding refunds

DAMAGE POLICY: Guests may purchase Damage Protection Insurance through CSA. Please read below regarding the insurance. 
As a condition to the rental of all Vacation Properties, Towns Property Management, Inc. reserves the right to charge the Guest’s credit card for any and all uncovered Guest/Invitee caused losses and damages sustained to the Vacation Property throughout the duration of their period of occupancy. In the event of any uncovered Guest/Invitee-caused loss or damage to the Vacation Property, including, but not limited to, undue cleaning, eviction, service calls, service charges, fines/assessments, repairs or replacements, plus all applicable taxes, Towns Property Management, Inc. is hereby granted the right to charge the Guest's credit card. An itemized statement outlining all associated costs will be sent via regular or electronic mail to the address submitted by the Guest at such time as the reservation was booked. By written or electronic endorsement of this Agreement, the Guest hereby agrees to pay for all such charges, as defined above and on the proceeding pages.

DAMAGE PROTECTION INSURANCE: As a part of your stay, you may purchase a Vacation Rental Damage Protection plan designed to cover unintentional damages to the rental unit interior that occur during your stay provided they are disclosed to management prior to check-out. If purchased, the policy will pay a maximum benefit of $3,000. Any damages that exceed $3,000 or are not covered under the plan will be charged to the credit card on file. If, during your stay at one of our rental properties, an insured person causes any damage to real or personal property of the unit as a result of inadvertent acts or omissions, the Insurer will reimburse the Insured for the cost of repair or replacement of such property up to a maximum benefit of $3,000. Certain terms and conditions apply. Full details of the Vacation Rental Damage coverage are contained in the Description of Coverage or Insurance Policy at www.vacationrentalinsurance.com/g20vrd. The Vacation Rental Damage plan can be purchased up to, and including at, check-in. By submitting payment for this plan, you authorize and request CSA Travel Protection and Insurance Services to pay directly Towns Property Management, Inc. any amount payable under the terms and conditions of the Vacation Rental Damage. Please contact Towns Property Managment, Inc. directly if you do not wish to participate in this assignment. In the event you do not wish to purchase this plan, a $250 security deposit is required (see above).

UPON ARRIVAL: Take a look around the property. If there are concerns or issues with your rental property, please immediately contact our office (leave a message if there is no answer). No refunds or considerations are given unless we’re notified of problems during your stay. 

EMERGENCIES/ MAINTENANCE: In the event of a problem getting in the property or if there are problems with condition or functionality of the property, please immediately contact the Towns Property Management office; leave a voice message and send a text message if there is no answer.  If it is after office hours we will make every effort to return your call as soon as possible. If we do not promptly return your call and it is an urgent situation, you may call… Otherwise, you will be contacted during normal business hours.

ARRIVAL TIME: Check in is at 4 pm. 

DEPARTURE TIME: Check out is at 11 am. Your prompt departure is appreciated so we can prepare the property for any incoming guests. You are subject to be charged $50 for each hour beyond 11 am you are still on property, at a minimum of one hour; unless you have approved a late check-out through management. If the property has not been vacated by 4 pm, a fee equal to the rental rate of 1 night will be assessed.  We recommend you reserve the additional night if you require a check-out past 4pm HST.

CANCELLATIONS: Cancellations may be made 30 days prior to your arrival date will receive a 100% refund. Cancellations made less than 30 days and more than 14 days prior to your arrival date will receive a 50% refund. Reservations cancelled less than 14 days prior to your arrival date will not receive a refund. We offer Travel Protection Insurance through CSA, please see below regarding the policy.
 
POWER/ WEATHER RELATED CANCELATION:  Due to acts of nature such as: weather, road conditions, snow conditions, power outages or forest fires. If the property is uninhabitable due to such circumstances and you did not purchase insurance, reservations can be rescheduled for future dates within one year of the reservation date. We offer Travel Protection Insurance through CSA, please see below regarding the policy.

TRAVEL PROTECTION INSURANCE: Vacation Rental Insurance has been made available with your reservation. Vacation Rental Insurance provides coverage for prepaid, nonrefundable expenses due to certain unforeseeable circumstances that may jeopardize your vacation investment and force you to incur unplanned expenses. We strongly recommend you purchase this valuable protection. Separate terms and conditions apply, read your Description of Coverage/Policy carefully and contact CSA at (866) 999-4018 with coverage questions.
 
CHANGE IN NUMBER OF GUESTS/CONDUCT OF GUESTS: Guest(s) agrees that more than the number of people stated on the reservation shall not occupy the premises. Unauthorized people at the property at any time will result in a double charge for each additional guest or a maximum occupancy charge (whichever is more), and loss of any security deposit, in addition to any and all damage, disturbance, and cleaning charges. The rental is not intended for parties, nor gatherings at any time of anyone except those who have paid to occupy the property. Exceptions are made on an individual basis - please contact TOWNS PROPERTY MANGEMENT, INC for prior approval. If there is excessive noise or music, any illegal activity, or evidence of violation of these policies, you may be asked to vacate the premise without any refund and additional charges may be assessed. Please inform us of any change in the number of guests before your arrival to avoid these charges and so the cabin can be prepared appropriately for your group. No exceptions or refunds are given for changes in the number of guests after your arrival.

CLEANING FEE(s): A non-refundable $75 cleaning fee is required with all reservations. This fee is for our housekeepers who dust, vacuum, sanitize, clean linens and towels, maintain the hot tub and remove refuse from the property. Guest(s) are required to follow all check out procedures detailed in this agreement and leave the property in the same general and good habitable condition it was in when the Guest(s) arrived. Undue and/or unreasonable cleaning of the property shall be charged to the Guest's/Cardholder's credit card as an Additional Cleaning Charge at a rate of up to $50/hour, with a one hour minimum. This also applies to the property exterior, grounds, BBQs and pools/spas (if so equipped).

CLEANING REQUIREMENTS: A starter supply of expendable supplies such as paper goods and soap is provided; please bring additional if you feel this will not be adequate. Basic cleaning supplies are stocked to do your own cleaning during your stay. Housekeeping is not provided during your stay unless previously arranged. Failure to comply with pre-departure cleaning requirements resulting in excessive cleaning will be charged to your credit card at $50/hour, with a one-hour minimum:

1) Place soiled towels in the washing machine.
2) All dirty dishes, cookware and eating utensils should be washed, rinsed, dried and put away in the proper location.
3) Floors should be in generally good condition and ready to be vacuumed by our housekeepers.
4) All household trash, garbage, recycling and/or other discarded items should be properly bagged up so as to avoid spillage/leakage, and deposited in the proper refuse containers provided. Please do your best to help us recycle by hauling it out with you.
5) Refrigerator and microwave should be left clean and free of food.
6) All appliances (stove, oven, BBQ, etc.) should be left in a clean condition and free of spills and grease.
7) All litter must be picked up from the premises and placed in the outside garbage cans, tied securely in trash bags.
8) Do not leave wet towels on the furniture or bed.
LINENS & TOWELS: Bath towels, sheets, pillows and blankets are provided. Please allow us to wash the property’s linens unless you need clean linens during your stay. Extra sheets and towels are provided if you are staying a week or longer (otherwise one set per guest are provided).

SMOKING: Smoking is NOT permitted in any Towns Property Mangement, Inc Property. Smoking is allowed outside in designated areas ONLY.  You are required to remove all butts and ashes to proper receptacles. If there is any tobacco smell in the property after your departure, or reported during your stay there will be a minimum $500 charge. Oil lamps and incense are not permitted due to the long-lasting odor. If these policies are violated, there will be a charge for excessive cleaning.

SATELLITE TV, INTERNET & PHONE CALLS: All properties are privately owned and have different subscription packages for cable and/or satellite and TOWNS PROPERTY MANGEMENT, INC does not guarantee any programs, events or reception. Every property has internet access.

LEFT ITEMS: Please check carefully for belongings before you leave. Left items can be mailed to you if requested and you will be charged shipping costs plus a $25 service fee. TOWNS PROPERTY MANGEMENT, INC is not responsible for lost or stolen items.

RIGHT OF ENTRY: Guest(s) agree that TOWNS PROPERTY MANGEMENT, INC reserves the right to enter the rental property any time to investigate disturbances, check occupancy, check for damage, to make such repairs, alterations or improvements as we may deem appropriate, or to show the property to prospective purchasers (in which case prior notification will be given).

SECURITY & SAFETY RISKS: ALWAYS LOCK DOORS AND WINDOWS WHEN YOU LEAVE THE PROPERTY. When you rent the property, you assume responsibility for it and its contents, as well as your personal property. You will be given a code for the key pad entry to your rental unit. This code is changed with every guest for security. There are conditions in and around the property that may pose hazardous to children, as well as to adults,  TOWNS PROPERTY MANGEMENT, INC does not assume any responsibility for injuries resulting from your failure to use due caution. Children must be supervised at all times. Candles are not allowed due to fire hazard.

INDEMNIFICATION & HOLD HARMLESS: While TOWNS PROPERTY MANGEMENT, INC and its Property Owners strive to maintain Vacation Properties in the finest condition, no guarantees are expressed nor implied regarding suitability or for any particular purpose. All Guest(s) and their invitees use the Vacation Property structures and premises at their own risk. TOWNS PROPERTY MANGEMENT, INC and its Property Owners shall not be held liable or otherwise responsible in any way for injury to any Guest and/or their invitees that is caused or permitted to be caused by the intentional or unintentional acts of said Guest(s) and/or invitees, or by the failure of structures, appliances, (including hot tubs and BBQs) furnishings, and/or other equipment, whether by malfunction, misuse, acts of God/nature, and/or are otherwise naturally occurring. No guarantees are expressed nor implied as to the suitability of utilities and other services provided to the Vacation Properties and adjacent structures and premises. No guarantees are expressed nor implied regarding the suitability/compatibility of materials utilized in the construction of the Vacation Property and/or its contents. TOWNS PROPERTY MANGEMENT, INC and its Property Owners shall not be held liable nor otherwise responsible in any way for allergic reactions to Guest(s) or invitees, caused or permitted to be caused by materials utilized in the manufacture of the Vacation Property and/or its contents, nor from mold and/or airborne spores, nor from pet/animal allergens, nor from chemical agents including, but not limited to appliances, linens, carpeting, utensils, fixtures, hot tubs, and/or other equipment. By written or electronic endorsement of this Agreement, Guest(s) and invitees hereby agree to forever hold-harmless and indemnify TOWNS PROPERTY MANGEMENT, INC and its Property Owners from and against all claims, demands, loss, liability/responsibility of any kind and character, including cost of defense, arising out of or in any way connected with the Guest(s) use of the property.