Sample Rental Agreement

  VACATION RENTAL AGREEMENT   

We are dedicated to matching each guest with the perfect home.
We respect and work to enrich the community in which we live.
We succeed only when we meet and exceed the expectations of our guests.
We have a passion for excellence and will endeavor to deliver the highest standards of service, value, integrity and fairness.  

A completed Vacation Rental Agreement is required to confirm a reservation.

The Rental Deposit for 1/2 of the total amount due should be paid within 48 hours of making your reservation by either credit/debit card or e-check.  Payment in full is due if you are making your reservation within 30 days of your arrival date.

Dear Guest,

Here is the rental agreement for your stay in the *property name* property from *C/I*  to  *C/O*.  Please take the time to read over the agreement and sign and return the last page to us before your arrival date.

We remind our guests that all of our vacation rental homes are privately owned homes and ask that you treat your rental home with respect.

This rental agreement is a binding legal contract and should be carefully reviewed. By entering into this contract, the guest is agreeing to all of the obligations and responsibilities outlined in this document.

Guest agrees to indemnify and hold harmless Owner and their representatives from and against any liability for personal injury or property damage sustained by any person (including Guest’s family and any guests), as a result of any cause unless caused by the gross negligence or the intentional willful act of the Owner.

This agreement is entered into, by and between Morton & Furbish Vacation Rentals (Agent) on behalf of the Owner of this property (Owner) and (Guest) who is responsible for the actions of their family and guests. The Guest hires from the Owner for use as a vacation home, those premises described in “Rental Property” for a term commencing on “Arrival Date” at 4:00 PM or later and terminating on “Departure Date” before 10:00 AM as specified in this agreement. Please contact our office if you are going to arrive late on your check-in day or if you will be checking out early.

Because our properties are privately owned, the owner of the property has 60 days prior to your arrival date to cancel your reservation. This does not happen often, but if this should occur, Morton & Furbish Vacation Rentals will work to find you a comparable vacation property from within our inventory.  If there is not another property that will work for your stay we will offer a full refund of any monies you have put down for your stay.

Each property lists the number of people allowed. This is determined by the number of sleeping spaces and the capacity the septic system can sustain. We ask that you not exceed the number listed either by the size of your party or by the number of guests you have visit during your stay.  Morton & Furbish Vacation Rentals has the right to ask you to leave if capacity is exceeded and you would forfeit all money paid.

The use of recreational motor vehicles, trailers, mobile homes, trucks with camper inserts in the bed, and any other vehicles that provide sleeping accommodations, for purposes other than transportation, are prohibited.  Over occupancy of rental cottages INCLUDES occupying vehicles of this type and subjects tenant(s) to eviction for violation of the occupancy limits.  Some areas do also prohibit even parking RV’s in the driveway of a home.

Payment schedule: We require a 50% deposit to secure your reservation. We must have a credit card number on file.
Final payment (rent balance including all applicable taxes and fees) is due 30 days prior to your arrival date. For your convenience, we will automatically schedule your final payment using the credit card on file. One reminder will go out to you 30 days before your payment is due, giving you time to update any credit card information that is on file. If you prefer to make alternate payment arrangements for this payment, please email us and let us know.

We do accept all major credit cards and e-checks for your payment.

TRIP CANCELLATION INSURANCE IS HIGHLY RECOMMENDED.

AGE RESTRICTIONS

Check in instruction will be sent to you via email before your arrival and you will go directly to the property to check in to your vacation rental.  Check in is at 4:00 p.m. or as soon as the property has been cleaned, inspected and deemed ready for occupancy.

Check-out time is 10:00 AM.  Please follow the check out instructions at the rental property on your departure day.  Refunds will not be issued for early check out.

The account summary will list the basic rental fee for the property, Maine sales tax (9% of the base rental fee), a flat rate cleaning fee, optional Linen and Towel package fee, and pet fee if your rental home is pet friendly.  If you do not wish to have linens and towels provided we can remove that fee.  If you are not bringing a pet with you to a pet friendly property, we will  not charge a pet fee.  A non-refundable damage waiver fee is also charged on each reservation.  The damage waiver covers up to $1500 worth of accidental damage that may occur during your stay and takes the place of a security deposit.

Morton & Furbish Vacation Rentals will provide linens, towels and paper products for your stay.  Included in your pricing on your reservation is the fee for the Linen/Towel Package where we will supply linens for each bed, medium weight cotton blanket and set of bath towels and wash cloths for each guest (as indicated by the property capacity).  That would also include kitchen towels, bar soap, dish soap, dishwasher tabs, paper products and trash bags to get you started. If your rental has a washer/dryer that you’re planning to use during your stay, please bring your own laundry detergent and dryer sheets. 🙂

The guest does not have the right to sublet a property for any of the vacation rental period outlined in this agreement.  If we discover evidence that the home has been sublet, Morton & Furbish Vacation Rentals does have the right to terminate the agreement and ask for immediate departure from the home.

CHARCOAL/GAS GRILLS

Each property is equipped differently as described in the property listing. If the property lists a CHARCOAL GRILL the Guest is responsible for supplying the charcoal. If the property lists a GAS GRILL a gas tank is provided. Most properties also keep a spare tank for the use of the Guest. If you have any problems with the gas tanks, please contact our office immediately.

Trash will be removed on check-out day. If you need to remove trash before your departure, you may use the dumpster located behind the Morton & Furbish office. If you are in a cottage community (Saddleback Lake Lodge, Rangeley Manor, Russell Cove, Lakehouse Condo or Lodges Condos) you will find a dumpster on site.  If you are not sure of the dumpster location please call of email the office and we will let you know where that is located.

PLEASE contact our office immediately (864-9065/888-218-4882) should you discover a problem in your vacation home. Morton & Furbish Vacation Rentals does offer 24 hour maintenance service. The Owner and/or Agency are not responsible for compensation of any part of the Guest fees due to failure of appliances or fixtures resulting in short term inconvenience.  We always do our part to remedy problems to the satisfaction of our guests.

Morton & Furbish Vacation Rentals offers some pet friendly properties. If you choose to bring your pet to a pet friendly property, a $25/day fee will be added to your reservation account summary. Please do not bring a pet to a non-pet friendly property. Should we discover evidence that a pet was in a non-pet friendly property a $300 fee will be added to your account summary to cover special cleaning costs and you will be asked to leave the home and forfeit all money paid.

If you are bringing a pet or pets with you for your stay, you will be emailed a separate agreement about your pet(s) to fill out and return to us before your stay.  Please acknowledge that you have read the rules about bringing pets to your vacation rental.

All properties are non-smoking.  Anyone who fails to adhere to this policy will be asked to leave immediately and forfeit any monies paid.   This policy includes smoking of nicotine cigarettes and marijuana as well.  Smoking outside of the home, at least 10 feet from any open windows or doors of the house is permitted with the understanding that guests will not discard any cigarette butts on the grounds of the property.  If we discover evidence that smoking/vaping occurred inside the home during your stay, or if we have to clean up an outdoor area after a guest that was smoking on the property a $300.00 fee will be charged to your account to cover special cleaning costs.

Most of the properties are equipped with a TV. The property listing will detail whether satellite or cable is available or if it is streaming services only. Without satellite or cable, there is no reception so TV would be best used for DVD viewing or streaming..  Some of our homes do now have Smart TV’S only.  That will be indicated on the property page and the guest is responsible for using their own streaming accounts.  Please do not call the emergency number for television issues.

Some properties are equipped with telephones for local calls only. Long distance calls and directory assistance calls must be collect calls or charged to a calling card. Cell phone reception varies according to location and service carrier.

The property listing will detail if internet service is available at the property.   Not all of our homes do have internet access, so please check the property listing.  If you should have issues with the internet please call the office for assistance.  Please do not call the emergency number for internet issues.

Water quality varies at each property. We advise Guests to use bottled water for consumption.

Campfires are PROHIBITED unless there is a designated area for fires on the property. DO NOT create a fire pit if one is not provided.  Wood is NOT provided for most fire pits.  You will need to purchase a bundle while you are here at the one of the stores in town or use already fallen wood around the property.   Please do not cut down any trees or but any branches from live trees around the property.

• Renter(s) shall obey all applicable state, federal, and local regulations, laws, ordinances, and lawful directives from appropriate emergency or law enforcement personnel, while using Boats or Equipment of the property owner. Renter(s) is solely responsible for any citation or violation occurring during the use of, or as the result of using, Boats or Equipment of the property owner(s). Renter(s) agrees not to disturb wildlife while using Boats or Equipment.

• Renter(s) represents that he/she is capable of safely operating and handling the Equipment and finds it in good working order, condition, and repair. Renter(s) acknowledges that he/she is responsible for carrying all Boats and Equipment to and from the put-in. Renter(s) represents that he/she has adequate skills, knowledge and experience to safely complete the planned activity and that adequate preparations have been made to ensure safe completion of the intended use.

• Renter(s) shall bear all risk and responsibility of and for any and all damage or loss of Boats and/or Equipment, or any portions thereof, including, but not limited to vandalism or improper use of Boats and/or Equipment resulting in damage, that should occur during their stay, and shall pay the full cost of repair or replacement, including reasonable attorney fees, if applicable.

• Personal Floatation Devices (PFDs): Your rental may provide PFDs. Use at your own risk! We do not guarantee they are USCG approved, in good condition, or have enough to properly fit everyone in your group. We recommend bringing your own if you have them. You can also rent them from: Rangeley Adventure Company, Lakeside Marina, or River’s Edge Sports. Please read about proper use and requirements of PFDs on Page 38 of Maine Boating Laws. 

The use of fireworks is not permitted at any of our locations.  This is an ordinance in the Rangeley area that does state that a person can only use fireworks with a permit and on a property that is their own or that they have written consent from the homeowner to use those fireworks on the property.  None of our homeowners authorize renters to use fireworks.

Morton & Furbish Vacation Rentals does manage some properties that are listed for sale on the real estate market. If you are staying in a property that is for sale, a broker may call for a showing during your stay. We try to arrange these showings for change-over days so that your stay will not be interrupted.  If the property should sell and the new owner does not wish to honor the rentals that are already booked in that property, we would work with you to find a comparable property rental for your stay or offer a full refund.  If you are unsure if your rental is listed for sale please ask.

CONTACT INFORMATION:

Mailing Address:
PO Box 1209
Rangeley, ME 04970

Physical Address:
2478 Main Street
Rangeley, ME 04970

Telephone:
207-864-9065
888-218-4882 (toll free)
207-864-5208 (emergency only)

E MAIL:  info@rangeleyrentals.com

WEBSITE:  www.rangeleyrentals.com

DIRECTIONS TO MORTON & FURBISH VACATION RENTALS OFFICE

From the South – take exit 75 off the Maine Turnpike (Lewiston/Auburn). At the end of the ramp, take a left onto Rt. 4 North. Follow Rt. 4 North for about 2 hours. Rt. 4 is Main Street in Rangeley. Our office is located at 2478 Main Street, on your left (next to Skowhegan Savings Bank) as you come into the village.

From Errol, NH – Follow Rt. 16 to the Rt. 4 intersection. Take a left onto Rt. 4 South. Follow Rt. 4 South about 7 miles. Rt. 4 is Main Street in Rangeley. Our office is located at 2478 Main Street, on your right (next to Skowhegan Savings Bank) as you go through the village.