Terms & Conditions

PAYMENT OPTIONS:
Payment in full is required no later than 60 days prior to arrival. Payments can be made- in full or split into partial payments by mailing a check or providing a credit or debit card by calling (305)292-8905. If the reservation is not paid in full at least 60 days prior to arrival, the reservation is subject to cancelation and forfeiture of monies paid.

Check Remission:
Check payments should be made out to Key West Vacation Homes. Please include your Confirmation Number in the memo line of the check. All check payments should be sent to

Key West Vacation Homes
201 Front St.
Suite 107
Key West, FL 33040

RETURNED CHECKS: Guest shall be responsible for a $50.00 fee for checks returned by the bank for non-payment.

CHECK-IN INSTRUCTIONS:

Check-in instructions will be provided by our partner, VirtualKey and arrive via email. Standard check-in time is 4:00 PM. We will not be able to confirm if an early check-in is available until the day of arrival.

CONCIERGES SERVICES:
We provide complimentary concierges service to help make your stay more memorable.

CHECK-OUT INSTRUCTIONS:
Check-out is no later than 10:00 AM, If you are leaving prior to 10:00 AM, please let our housekeeping manager know. She can be contacted at (305) 434-2660.

LATE CHECK-OUT:
Late check-outs allow a check out time of 11:30 PM. Late check-out fees are $50.00. If guest stays later than 11:30 PM, then another full night plus tax will be charged to the card on file. Please note, your door lock code will not work after 10:00 AM the day of departure unless a late check-out is requested and confirmed.

CANCELATION POLICIES:
With a 60 day or longer written notice, a reservation will receive a refund of monies paid less a cancelation fee. The cancelation fee is equal to 10% of the total cost of the reservation or $275, whichever is great. If a cancelation is made within 60 days of arrival date, the entire amount paid is forfeited.

Reservations made within 60days are nonrefundable if canceled. Reservations made within 60 days are required to be paid in full and all monies, if canceled, will be forfeited.

RENTAL POLICIES:
Individual making reservation must be 31 years of age or older and must occupy the rental property the entire term of the reservation/ If individual on reservation is under 31 years of age, the individual and guests will not be allowed to check-in and no refund will be issued.

PET POLICY:
Pets are not permitted on premises.

GUEST RESPONSIBILITIES:
1. Guest shall take care of the Premises, its appliances and furnishings and maintain the unit in a neat and sanitary condition. Guest will leave unit in the same condition as at check-in, including furniture placement. Guest shall be responsible for negligent or wrongful act of their Guests.
2. NO SMOKING IS PERMITTED WITHIN THE PREMISES.
3. Guests must abide by the Key West sound ordinance (Ordinance No. 14-06), which specifies excessive levels of sound after 8:00 p.m. until 7:59 a.m. The ordinance also includes maximum levels of permissible sound at all other times. We are unable to tolerate excessive noise and disturbances and you may be subject to loss of deposit in addition to possible citations as determined by the City.
4. Guest shall not use the Premises for disorderly or unlawful purposes or in any manner offensive to others or in any manner, which would constitute breach of the peace. Guest shall comply with all laws, rules & regulations applicable to the Premises, including applicable condominium or homeowner associations.  Non- compliance with this provision will result in eviction and forfeiture of all monies paid to date.
5. No occupants under the age of 25 are allowed unless accompanied by a parent or other legal guardian. Guest may be required to show proof of age at check- in. Non-compliance with this provision will result in denial of occupancy and forfeiture of all monies paid to date.
6. Guest shall not sublet Premises or allow anyone to share Premises without THE MANAGER’s prior written consent. At no time shall there be in occupancy more than the maximum number of persons as indicated above. Any additional guest beyond the number listed in the contract, remaining in the premises more than seven (7) consecutive or non-consecutive days will result in an additional charge of $500 per person.
7. Violation of any of the rules and regulations of the Premises may result in immediate removal and forfeiture of all monies paid to date if not cured immediately upon written notice from Manager to Guest.
8. Parties are not permitted on premises unless coordinated in advance and with limitations.

OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITIES:
THE OWNER agrees to provide the Premises in clean condition. THE OWNER agrees to provide maintenance and repairs as required.  THE OWNER agrees to allow for the full use and quiet enjoyment of the Premises by Guest as defined by state law during the term of this agreement provided the Guest abides by all terms of this Agreement. The Premises shall conform in all material respects to the advertisement for the Premises provided by Manager. All equipment and furnishings, including air conditioning, electric and plumbing will be maintained in good working order at OWNER’S expense and bedding will be in good condition. THE OWNER of the unit will NOT be responsible for loss, theft or injuries sustained by the Guest.

ATTORNEY FEES AND COSTS:
In the event that any action is required by THE MANAGER or OWNER to enforce this Agreement, THE OWNER & MANAGER shall be entitled to recover its damages and expenses including reasonable attorney’s fees.

WAIVER AND RELEASE FROM LIABILITY FOR ONWER OF VACATION RENTAL HOME:
The undersigned  guest(s) hereby indemnify,  hold harmless and forever discharge  the owners of the home described  herein, their agents, staff, employees,  successors  and assigns from any and all claims, demands,  debts, contracts, expenses, causes of action, lawsuits, damages and liabilities, of every kind and nature, including any claims of owner or employee negligence, whether known or unknown, in law or equity, that guests ever may have, arising from or in any way related to their stay on the premises. All guests understand that their presence on this property may expose them to dangerous conditions including but not limited to hazards whether man-made or natural such as bricks and sharp rocks and animals, both wild and domestic, including snakes, iguanas, insects, spiders, bees, wasps, cats and dogs.  On behalf of all guests, their heirs, assigns and next of kin, the undersigned waives all claims for damages, injuries and death sustained to themselves or their property that they may have against the aforementioned released party due to such conditions. Notwithstanding the foregoing, Owner will be responsible for damages or losses caused by Owners or its agents gross negligence or willful misconduct, or to the extent that Owners’ insurance covers such loss or damages incurred by Guest.

By this Waiver, the undersigned  and accompanying  guests assume any risk, and take full responsibility  and waive any claims of personal injury, death or damage to personal property associated with the rental home described above, including but not limited to man-made hazards associated with the property such as slippery shower basins, staircases, balconies, porches, swimming pool and natural hazards such as holes, ditches, culverts, falling or fallen trees and branches, falling or fallen coconuts, plants and bushes with sharp thorns, fence pickets, uneven bricks or other irregularities  of the property for any use including: walking, jogging, dining, swimming,  sun bathing or any other use on and off the premises,  whether or NOT attributable  to personal neglect or fault, including use of all bicycles, scooters, electric carts and cars or motorized vehicles whether deemed safe or otherwise. The undersigned further understands the owners of the home described herein, their agents, staff, employees, successors and assigns make no warranties, either expressed or implied, as to the inherent safety of the premises, and that the undersigned and guests are using said property at their own risk.   Further, it is specifically stated that the property has not been child proofed and that children must be supervised at all times to prevent injury and harm. This CONTRACT, WAIVER AND RELEASE contains the entire agreement between the parties and supersedes any prior written or oral agreements between them concerning the subject matter of this WAIVER AND RELEASE.   The provisions of this WAIVER AND RELEASE may be waived, altered, amended or repealed, in whole or in part, only upon the prior written consent of all parties. The provision of this WAIVER AND RELEASE will continue in full force and effect even after the termination of the rental of the premises.  Notwithstanding the terms of the above waiver, owner and agent, each individually and not on behalf of the other, agree to be liable for any damages caused by their gross and/or intentional negligence.

ACKNOWLEDGMENT:
I have read, understand and fully agree to the terms of this CONTRACT, WAIVER AND RELEASE. I understand and confirm that by signing this CONTRACT, WAIVER AND RELEASE I have given up considerable future legal rights. I have signed this Agreement freely, voluntarily, under no duress or threat of duress, without inducement, promise or guarantee being communicated to me.  My signature is proof of my intention to execute a complete and unconditional CONTRACT, WAIVER AND RELEASE of all liability to the full extent of the law. I am 18 years of age or older and mentally competent to enter into this waiver. This Agreement and its terms and provisions will include any minors who accompany me or who are under my care. I further agree that I shall assume responsibility for watching and caring for the minor’s safety and guarding against all hazards, whether explicitly mentioned in this WAIVER AND RELEASE or otherwise.