Vacation Properties. Vacation Homes Destin properties are to be used as a vacation residence ONLY, and for the exclusive use (residence and pool) of registered guests ONLY.
Advance Reservation Payment. An advance reservation payment equivalent to fifty percent (50%) of the base rate is required to confirm your reservation. Reservations made less than sixty (60) days prior to arrival requires payment in full (90 days for long-term monthly rentals). Advance reservation payments made by credit card (MasterCard, Visa, or Amex) are due at the time of booking. Advance reservation payments made by personal check, traveler's checks, or bank cashier's check are due within five (5) days of the initial reservation.
Refundable Security Deposit. All reservations include a $500-$1000 damage deposit. The damage deposit will be reimbursed within fourteen (14) days from the end of the rental period provided there is no damage or theft to the rental property, and all policies and conditions of rental are followed. If repairs are required or other fees due as a result of a guests stay, all or a portion of the damage deposit will be forfeited and additional charges may apply. A guest's liability is also not limited to the loss of the damage deposit. Please note any damage to the property upon your arrival and report it to us immediately to avoid possible liability.
Pet Policy. Some of our homes are pet friendly. A maximum of two pets are allowed with prior approval, and provided pet is housebroken and not prone to damaging property. When making reservations it is very important that you let us know you will be bringing a pet. A nonrefundable PET FEE of $125 for one pet, $200 for two pets in addition to the rental amount will be required if pet is approved. Pets can not be left alone in the home without being caged. All pets must be under the complete control of a responsible human companion and on a hand-held leash at all times when outdoors.
SMOKING PROHIBITED. The damage deposit will be forfeited and guests will incur an additional charge for carpet cleaning and deodorizing if ANY evidence of smoking is found inside any of our homes. Smoking is allowed outside, but please dispose of butts and other smoking materials properly. If cigarette butts are not disposed of properly and butts are found discarded on the premises, an additional cleaning fee will be deducted from the damage deposit. Please be responsible.
LIABILITY. It is expressly understood and agreed that the owner of Vacation Homes Destin, shall not be liable for any damages or any injury to tenant, tenant’s guests or his family or to his family’s or guest’s property from whatever cause arising from occupancy of said premises by tenant and his family and guests. It is further understood and agreed that owner shall not be responsible for any personal property left by guest in said premises. In the event property of guest is left on premises, guest may request owner to mail or ship property back to guest at guest’s sole expense.
Rental Payment. Rental payments are payable in full at least sixty (60) days prior to arrival (90 days for long-term monthly rentals). If you do not contact us before the final rental payment is due, we will charge the credit card on file for unpaid rental charges on the date payment is due.
No Sub-leasing Permitted. This agreement cannot be transferred to another party without prior written approval from owner of home. Absolutely no exceptions for any reason.
Cancellation Policy. Cancellation of reservations must be made sixty (60) days or more prior to arrival. A cancellation fee equal to 15% of the total rent (not including damage deposit) will be charged on all cancelled reservations. Late cancellations with less than sixty (60) days notice, will result in forfeiture of the full advance payment. Written notice is required for all cancellations. (Long-term, advance monthly rentals must give ninety (90) day notice of cancellation prior to arrival.) Cancellation and early departure due to inclement weather does not warrant any refund of rent.
Hurricane Policy. We have partnered with Travel Guard International to provide our guests with Travel Guard Vacation Insurance Protection. All paying reservations have the option to include a travel fee in exchange for this plan (7% of total weekly rental less security deposit). The fee is non-refundable. Should guest opt not to purchase trip insurance please be aware that no refunds will be available for unforeseen developments such as illnesses, mandatory hurricane evacuations and the like. Therefore, your trip investment could be lost.
Maximum Number of Guests. The rental rates at Vacation Homes Destin are based on occupancy according to each individual home. Each additional guest above that limit, with prior approval, is charged $100 per additional person plus applicable taxes regardless of the number of nights the guests stay. Any reservation obtained under false pretense will result in eviction and forfeiture of full rental payment and damage deposit.
Family Rentals Only. Vacation Homes Destin is designated as Family Friendly. As a general rule we rent to family groups and responsible adults over the age of 25 only. Any use of Vacation Homes Destin rentals for purposes other than family vacations must be addressed at the time of the reservation. All violators will be evicted and all rental payments and damage deposits will be forfeited in accordance with Florida State Statue 509.141. This policy includes reservations made by parents that do not check-in, and/or who leave overnight during the length of the stay.
Check-in Time. Check-in time is after 4 p.m. Central Time on the check-in date. Do not purchase your perishable groceries in anticipation of an early check-in. The standard rental period is weekly, Saturday to Saturday. Exceptions may be made during the off-season for an additional fee so please ask.
Checkout Time. Check-out time is 10 a.m. (sharp) on the check out date. Anyone staying past 10 a.m. on departure date will be charged for an extra day plus an additional $100.00 delayed cleaning fee. NO EXCEPTIONS!
Housekeeping. Each rental home is cleaned prior to guest’s arrival and after departure, and the cost is included in the rental rate. Stays of five (5) nights or less will be charged a cleaning fee of $140-$175. Guests will be responsible for cleaning after themselves during their stay and for leaving the home in good condition at checkout. If accommodations are left damaged or unusually messy (such as unwashed dishes, garbage left in the house or stains on the furniture or carpet), the damage deposit will be forfeited and additional cleaning fees may apply.
Good Neighbor Policy. All rental homes are located in a mixed-use neighborhood that includes both short-term guests and year-round residents. Guests are asked to be considerate of the neighbors with noise and activities. We want our guests to enjoy their stay but not at the expense of the neighbors. Guests are asked to conform to all rules and regulations of the property. Repeat violators are subject to eviction with loss of rental payment and security damage deposit.
Parking. Many rental properties prohibit the on-site parking of recreational vehicles, watercraft (boats, trailers, jet skis, etc.), and/or restrict the number of motorized vehicles. Please inquire as to parking availability for each rental home. Additional parking can be provided. Parking on the cul-de-sac is not permitted. Any fines/towing fees are the responsibility of the vehicle owner.
Keys. When final rental payment is received, one week prior to arrival guests will receive driving directions, instructions, and a security code for the lock box. The lock box is located to the left/right of the front door, and contains a front door key to the home. This key is used to initially open the front door upon arrival and to lock the front door on departure. Keys for day-to-day use are located inside the home. When guests depart, if the keys are not returned to the original hooks, the security damage deposit will be deducted $100.00 and used for re-keying all doors at the rental home.
Telephone and Internet Service. Free local calling is provided at each rental home. Incoming long distance calls are also free. In order to make outgoing long distance calls you must use a credit card or calling card. High speed internet service is provided free during your stay.
Private Pool. Each rental home that has its own private pool is to be used by registered guests only! Children age (3) and under MUST wear approved swim diapers when using the pool. NO EXCEPTIONS.
Linens/Towels/Supplies. Although linens are furnished, guests are asked to bring their own beach towels and beach blankets as linens are not to be removed from the home. Any lost or damaged linens will be deducted from the damage deposit. If towels are used to remove makeup and are stained, the guest will be charged for replacing the stained and damaged towels. An initial set up of trash liners and toilet paper is provided. Extra items needed are the responsibility of the guest.
Payment Options. We accept MasterCard, Visa, and Amex credit cards. Other acceptable methods of payment include cashier’s check, bank certified checks and personal checks. Checks will not be accepted less than 30 days prior to scheduled arrival. All payments must be made in U.S. dollars. There is a $30 check fee for all returned checks.
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