Holiday House Rental Agreement

Holiday House Rental Agreement

RECITALS

WHEREAS, Owner Name: is the legal owner or authorized manager of the holiday house described below (the "Property"); and

WHEREAS, Guest Name: desires to rent the Property for a short-term stay pursuant to the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement.

WHEREAS, the parties agree that the arrangement constitutes a short-term holiday rental and shall be governed by the terms below.

PROPERTY

SCOPE OF SERVICES

The Owner will provide the Property in clean, habitable condition and make available the following services and items for the Guest during the Term. The parties acknowledge that the items and services listed below define the tangible scope of the short-term rental.

TERM AND TERMINATION

Term Commencement (Check-in):   Term End (Check-out):

Unless earlier terminated in accordance with this Agreement, the Term expires on the End Date. Either party may terminate this Agreement for material breach by the other party if the breaching party fails to cure within days' written notice. Owner may terminate immediately for violations of occupancy, safety, or unlawful conduct described in the House Rules.

PAYMENT TERMS

Total Rental Amount: $   Security Deposit: $

Late Payment Fee: If any payment is more than days late, Guest shall pay a late fee of $ or percent of the past-due amount, whichever is greater.

OCCUPANCY, USE, AND HOUSE RULES

Maximum Occupancy:   Children:

Pets Allowed:   If yes, additional pet deposit: $

Guest shall use the Property only for lawful residential purposes and shall comply with all posted house rules. No commercial events, no smoking inside the Property, and no subletting without Owner's prior written consent.

SECURITY DEPOSIT, DAMAGES, AND CHECK-OUT

The security deposit shall be held to cover damages, extraordinary cleaning, missing inventory, and unpaid charges. Owner will provide an itemized statement of deductions, if any, within days after check-out, and any refundable portion will be returned to Guest less lawful deductions.

MAINTENANCE, REPAIRS, AND ACCESS

Owner shall be responsible for major maintenance and ensuring utilities function at commencement of the Term. Guest shall promptly notify Owner of required repairs. Owner and authorized agents may enter the Property during reasonable hours to inspect, repair, or show the Property, provided Owner gives reasonable prior notice except in emergency.

CANCELLATION AND REFUND POLICY

If Guest cancels prior to before the start of the Term, Owner will refund percent of amounts paid, less any non-refundable fees. Cancellations within the specified deadline may be subject to full or partial forfeiture as set forth in the Payment Schedule.

CONFIDENTIALITY

The parties acknowledge that certain information exchanged in connection with this Agreement may be confidential, including access codes, security information, personal contact information, and proprietary operating procedures. Each party agrees not to disclose confidential information to third parties except as required by law or to perform obligations under this Agreement. Confidentiality obligations survive termination of this Agreement for a period of two years.

LIABILITY, INSURANCE, AND INDEMNITY

Guest occupies the Property at Guest's own risk. Owner is not liable for loss of personal property or personal injury except as caused by Owner's gross negligence or willful misconduct. Guest agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Owner from third-party claims arising from Guest's use of the Property, including costs of defense and reasonable attorneys' fees. Guest is encouraged to maintain holiday travel insurance covering personal injury, cancellation, and damage to personal property.

FORCE MAJEURE

Neither party shall be liable for any failure or delay in performance caused by events beyond its reasonable control, including natural disasters, government orders, or acts of God. If a force majeure event renders performance impossible, the parties shall negotiate in good faith to reschedule or terminate the booking with equitable adjustments.

GOVERNING LAW; ENTIRE AGREEMENT

This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the state or jurisdiction in which the Property is located. Any dispute arising out of or relating to this Agreement shall be resolved in the courts of that jurisdiction, subject to any mandatory venue or small-claims exceptions.

This Agreement, together with any attached inventory and booking confirmation, constitutes the entire agreement between the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior agreements and understandings, whether written or oral. Any amendment must be in writing and signed by both parties.

ADDITIONAL TERMS

By signing below, the parties certify that they are authorized to enter into this Agreement, have read and understood its terms, and agree to be bound by them.

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