RENTAL AGREEMENT
AGREEMENT made as of the date of Booking
BETWEEN the Owner: Jantzen Properties LLC
S11W32925 Timberline Cir
Delafield, WI 53018
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 414-870-6480
and the Guest identified in the Booking process
for the Property located in St Germain, Wisconsin identified in the Booking process
For good and valuable consideration, the sufficiency of which is acknowledged, the Owner and Guest agree as follows:
1. Property. The property is described as a vacation lake home with private access to Lake Content. The Property is owned and managed by Owner. The Property is fully furnished by Owner and equipped for light housekeeping. Most amenities and furnishings that are included in and on the Property can be seen in the photos included on the website https://jantzenproperties.com. A supply of household cleaning products, utensils, ice, linens and bath towels are available in the Property for use by the Rental Party. Guest is responsible for purchasing any additional supplies and all food and beverages.
2. Rental Party. All persons in the rental party will be bound by the terms of this Agreement. Only the Guest, and his stated family members and friends (Rental Party) and invited visitors are permitted at the Property. Guest is required to notify and receive approval from the Owner in advance of any changes to the number of adults and children identified in the booking process.
3. Maximum Occupancy. The maximum number of people over the age of one year permitted on the Properties are as follows:
Eagles Bluff 6 bedroom: 20
Eagles Bluff 3 bedroom: 13
Whitetail Crossing: 6.
4. Visitors. All visitors must abide by the provisions of this agreement and are prohibited from staying overnight. Guest will be charged $75/day for every unauthorized additional person staying overnight anywhere on the Property. Guest shall notify Owner in advance of any visitors exceeding four in number or staying beyond 10 pm. Visitors are not permitted on the property when Guest is not also present on the Property.
5. Rental Period & Check-In. The term of this lease is identified in the booking process The Property will be ready and available for Guest's occupancy beginning at 4:00 pm on the Arrival Date and the Property must be vacated by 10:00 am on the Departure Date, unless otherwise agreed by Owner. If Guest or any member of the Rental Party remains on the Property beyond the agreed Departure Date and time, Guest will be charged a minimum of the daily rate prescribed in our booking calendar. The Owner requires a minimum two-night stay during the months of September through May and a minimum seven-night stay during the months of June through August.
6. Access. Owner will provide Guest with the door access code prior to arrival and after all charges have been paid. Owner will provide Guest with information required to access other locked rooms if, in the opinion of the Owner, it is necessary to resolve a deficiency or malfunction such as a tripped circuit breaker. Mechanical room, garage and other locked rooms and cabinets are not accessible to the Guest or the rental party.
7. Property Rules & Restrictions. Guest agrees to abide by all property rules, restrictions and check out requirements listed in the respective property’s Welcome Binder. Failure to do so can result in additional charges.
8. Rent and Payments. Guest agrees to pay the rent and fees described in the Booking Window. Failure to pay the balance due at least 14 days prior to arrival can result in forfeiture of all payments to date and the reservation. Payment may be made by credit card. A 3% discount can be achieved if payment is made by Cash, Check, Zelle, and Venmo.
9. Additional Charges. Additional charges may become due for damage to the Property or furnishings, violations to this contract and any excessive cleanup after Guest's departure and an inspection of the Property by Owner or its representative. Any charges will be documented and charged against the hold on the Guest’s credit card. In the event of charges in excess of credit card hold, a documented claim will be made for the balance owed.
10. Cancellation. Cancellation by Guest must be submitted in writing. Prepayments are refundable when canceled up to 30 day(s) before arrival. 50% of prepayments are refundable when canceled 29 to 14 day(s) before arrival. No payments after 14 days before arrival are refundable.
11. Cleaning. Guest can expect to find the house in a safe, clean and orderly condition. If this is found not to be the case, Guest shall notify the Owner by the end of the day of arrival. A cleaning and laundering fee is charged to the Guest to prepare the property for the next Guest. Interim housekeeping services are not provided. Throughout the rental period, Guest will be responsible for keeping the Property in a clean and orderly condition. Refuge pickup is scheduled for each Monday. Guest shall assure unobstructed access to the dumpster prior to pickup.
12. Furnishings. Furniture, furnishings, bedding, appliances, equipment and utensils and any other personal property provided are the property of Owner and are to be protected and returned to the place where they were found. Utensils are not to be removed from the kitchen and dining areas. Missing or damaged items will be charged to Guest. If an item should break, Guest must notify Owner immediately.
13. Parking. Parking is allowed on any of the paved areas but is recommended in the prescribed parking spaces. Parking or driving on any unpaved area or trail is prohibited.
14. Equipment Failures. While all equipment within the Property is properly maintained, interruptions or issues with appliances, plumbing, HVAC, electrical, internet, or TV service can occur. Guest agrees to report any inoperative equipment or fixture or other maintenance problem to Owner immediately. Owner will make reasonable effort to have repairs done expeditiously with reasonable access provided by Guest. Guest shall hold the Owner harmless from any alleged cost or inconvenience resulting from any such equipment failure.
15. Adverse Environmental Conditions. The Owner shall refund the rental cost for any and all days for which the Rental Party is prevented from safe occupancy of the property. Guest holds the Owner harmless from consequential damages for conditions that are beyond the Owner’s control.
16. Limitation of Liability. Owner is not responsible for any accidents, injuries or illness that occur to any member of the Rental Party or Guest's visitors while on the Property. Owner is not responsible for loss of personal belongings or valuables belonging to any member of the Rental Party or any of Guest's visitors. Guest agrees to assume the risk of any harm arising from use of or activities on the Property.
17. Indemnification. Guest will indemnify and hold harmless Owner from any and all expenses, costs, damages, suits, actions, or liabilities whatsoever arising from or related to any and all loss of or damage to personal property, injury or death resulting from the use or occupancy of the Property or the failure of any member of Rental Party or Guest's visitors to observe the Rules and restrictions set forth in Paragraph 7.
18. Violation of Agreement. If Guest or any member of the Rental Party violates any of the terms of this Agreement, including but not limited to maximum occupancy, visitors and rental rules and restrictions, Owner may evict Guest and the Rental Party from the Property with forfeiture of all rents and fees paid.
19. Governing Law. This Agreement and all transactions contemplated by this Agreement will be governed by and enforced in accordance with the laws of the State of Wisconsin. Any dispute arising from this Agreement that cannot be resolved among the parties shall be resolved through mediation. If the dispute cannot be resolved through mediation, then the dispute shall be resolved through binding arbitration conducted in accordance with the rules of the American Arbitration Association.
20. Amendments. This Agreement may be amended or modified only by a written agreement signed by both Owner and Guest.
21. No Waiver. Neither Owner nor Guest shall be deemed to have waived any provision of this Agreement or the exercise of any rights held under this Agreement unless such waiver is made expressly and in writing.
22. Severability. If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid or unenforceable in whole or in part, the remaining provisions shall not be affected and shall continue to be valid and enforceable as though the invalid or unenforceable parts had not been included in this Agreement.
23. Notices. Any notice or communication under this Agreement must be in writing and delivered in person or sent via e-mail or USPS mail.
24. Successors and Assigns. This Agreement will inure to the benefit of and be binding upon Owner, its successors and assigns, and upon Guest and its permitted successors and assigns.
25. Entire Agreement. This Agreement represents the entire understanding and agreement between the Parties with respect to the subject matter of this Agreement and supersedes all other negotiations, understandings, and representations (if any) made by and between the Parties.