Agreement

Short Term Rental Agreement

This is a short-term rental agreement and by accepting this reservation, it is agreed that all guests agree to the following terms: 

1. Must be at least 25 years of age to book. Individual executing the booking must be staying at the property during the dates reserved. Booking guest is required to share these rules with accompanying guests. 

2. No more than 6 guests allowed. Only the specific guests noted in the booking are allowed on the premises. There will be $75 charge per person, per night for anyone who stays on the property overnight that is not on the original booking. If your guest list changes after the reservation is made, please alert your host so the correct number of guests is on the reservation. 

a. There is video surveillance on entrances to the properties to ensure that only the number of guests on the reservation enter the property. 

b. If more than the authorized number of guests listed above are found on the Premises, this Agreement will be subject to termination by the Host.

c. Any violation of this may result in the immediate removal of all guests (and any visitors) from the property without a refund. 

3. Pets are NOT permitted. 

4. No parties or events. 

5. No smoking or vaping indoors. If you must smoke please do so outdoors and dispose of butts properly. 

6. Smoky Meadows Retreat has two steps at the entry, and a set of stairs off the back deck. Dandridge Lakeview Retreat has pavers at the entry, a single step inside the home, and two steps off of the front porch to ground level. You understand that the use of stairs is at your own risk. You accept full responsibility for any injury arising from use of stairs or steps. You understand the warning and agree that you will assume all responsibility for yourself and for the consequences of those in your party. You agree to hold harmless any claim whatsoever against owner for accidents or claims arising from use of stairs or steps. All Airbnb Guests in my party acknowledge and agree that they have read and understand this waiver and they acknowledge that confirming below constitutes a binding and enforceable contract between Airbnb Guest and Airbnb Host. 

7. (Smoky Meadows Retreat) Use of the fire pit and BBQ grill by our guests is expressly at your own risk. By renting our home, you acknowledge all risk and accept liability implicitly. 

a. When using fire pit at night, keep noise to a minimum and be respectful to our neighbors. 

b. Extinguish all flames and coals when not in use. 

● Do not leave the fire unattended.

● Do not leave trash in the fire pit.

● Do not use the fire pit when the conditions are hazardous (windy, dry grass within 50 feet).

c. Bring chairs back to deck to prevent them from blowing away.

8. Do not leave any trash, recycling, food, empty coolers, etc. outside anywhere (including decks), and especially at night. Please bag and secure all trash in bin located on the garage side of the home. 

9. PLUMBING: We have a septic system. Please **do not** flush anything other than toilet paper. 

WINTER STAYS: We do not issue refunds for winter weather or storms as this is beyond our control. 

NOTE: Douglas lake is lowered between 30 and 40 feet in the winter and is not suitable for most boats (bass boats being the exception). Please be mindful of this when selecting a winter stay . 

Guests are obligated to follow all items in the checkout procedures prior to vacating. 

10. Checkout is promptly at 10 AM. If you need a late check out you must book the day following your stay. Housekeeping charges us $50 for every 30 minutes past check out guests stay. This will be passed on to you if you fail to check out on time. If you have not vacated the property by 12 noon on your booked check out date you will be charged the full nightly rate.

11. SUBLETTING. The guest does not have the right to sublet the Premises.

12. INSPECTION. The Host has the right to inspect the Premises with prior notice as in accordance with State law. Should the Guest violate any of the terms of this Agreement, the rental period shall be terminated immediately in accordance with State law. The Guest waives all rights to process if they fail to vacate the premises upon termination of the rental period. The Guest shall vacate the Premises at the expiration time and date of this agreement.

13. MAINTENANCE AND REPAIRS. The Guest shall maintain the Premises in a good, clean, and ready-to-rent condition and use the Premises only in a careful and lawful manner. The Guest shall leave the Premises in a ready to rent condition at the expiration of this Agreement, defined by the Host as being immediately habitable by the next Guest. The Guest shall pay for maintenance and repairs should the Premises be left in a lesser condition. The Guest agrees that the Host shall deduct costs of said services from any Security Deposit prior to a refund if Guest causes damage to the Premises or its furnishings.

14. QUIET ENJOYMENT. The Guest, along with neighbors, shall enjoy each other’s company in a quiet and respectful manner to each other’s enjoyment. The Guest is expected to behave in a civilized manner and shall be good neighbors with any residents of the immediate area. Creating a disturbance of the area by large gatherings or parties shall be grounds for immediate termination of this Agreement.

15. HOST’S LIABILITY. The Guest and any of their guests hereby indemnify and hold harmless the Host against any and all claims of personal injury or property damage or loss arising from the use of the Premises regardless of the nature of the accident, injury or loss. The Guest expressly recognizes that any insurance for property damage or loss which the Host may maintain on the property does not cover the personal property of Guest and that Guest should purchase their own insurance for their guests if such coverage is desired.

16. ATTORNEY’S FEES. The Guest agrees to pay all reasonable costs, attorney's fees, and expenses that shall be made or incurred by the Host enforcing this agreement.

17. USE OF PREMISES. The Guest shall use the Premises for residential use only. The Guest is not authorized to sell products or services on the Premises or conduct any commercial activity.

18. ILLEGAL ACTIVITY. The Guest shall use the Premises for legal purposes only. Any other such use that includes but is not limited to illicit drug use, verbal or physical abuse of any person or illegal sexual behavior shall cause immediate termination of this Agreement with no refund of pre-paid Rent.

19. POSSESSIONS. Any personal items or possessions that are left on the Premises are not the responsibility of the Host. The Host shall make every reasonable effort to return the item to the Guest. If claims are not made within the State’s required time period or two (2) weeks, whichever is shorter, the Host shall be able to keep such items to sell or for personal use.

20. GOVERNING LAW. This Agreement shall be governed and subject to the laws located in the jurisdiction of Premise’s location.