Terms and Conditions

1. Rental Period

Check-in time is 4:00 pm or after. Please communicate the time of arrival with agent, so proper arrangements can be made to have the home and access to the home ready.

On the day of departure the tenant will vacate the property not later than 10:00 am.

Should the above property be unavailable or uninhabitable during the specified rental period for any reason whatsoever, including, but not limited to, so called "acts of god", the landlord will return the funds paid by the tenant and this rental agreement shall be rendered null and void for all parties.

2. Rental Amount

Tenant agrees to pay a total reservation amount.

The tenant may cancel the rental contract at any time, as long as the cancellation is sent to us in writing. The following deadlines and costs apply to cancellations by the tenant: cancellations within 3 days of date when booking was made: $250.00 (plus tax) administrative fee. Cancellations of 46 or more days prior to arrival: 30% of the total rental amount is forfeited. Cancellations of 45 or less days prior to arrival: 100% of total rental amount is forfeited.

In case of changes to the rental agreement requested by the tenant or cancellation of the rental agreement other than described, an administrative fee in the amount of $250.00 will be added, which becomes due at the time of receipt of the written confirmation of the changes or cancellation.

3. Payment Terms and Conditions

A 30% non-refundable reservation deposit is required within 7 business days after confirmation and will be applied against the total amount due. The final rent payment is due 45 days prior arrival and is non-refundable at that point. Should the 45 day deadline fall on a Saturday, Sunday, or Holiday, the final rent payment will be charged on the last business day prior to the 45 day deadline. All rates are plus 11.5% tax (6.5% sales tax and 5% tourist tax). We accept credit cards, checks drawn on an US-Bank, cashier's checks, zelle, cash or money wires in USD to the INT Florida Realty LLC Cape Coral United States bank account. All and any occurring bank charges for international money wires have to be paid by the tenant. The booking is not secured until the advance payment is received.

A Property Damage Protection insurance will be required and payable with the balance of the rent. This is a non-refundable fee. This protection is designed to cover unintentional damages to the rental unit that occur during your stay, provided they are disclosed to management prior to check-out. The policy will pay a maximum benefit of $3,000.00. Any damages that exceed $3,000.00 or are not covered under the policy will be charged to the tenant. If, during your stay at one of our rental properties, an insured person causes any damage to real or personal property of the unit as a result of inadvertent acts or omissions, the insurer will reimburse the insured for the cost of repair or replacement of such property up to a maximum benefit of $3,000.00. Certain terms and conditions apply. By submitting payment for this plan, the tenant authorizes the agent to request damage protection.

Booking Fee: All reservations are subject to a $90 (plus tax) booking charge, covering our administrative costs. This includes reading the electric metric, explaining technical equipment of home or arranging additional services as required by the tenants. This fee is non-refundable.

4. Undisturbed Use and Enjoyment of Property

The landlord assures tenant undisturbed use and enjoyment of property, provided that the rent has been paid in full and that tenant acts in accordance with the rental agreement. Tenant must allow access to property to landlord after notification, as stated in paragraph 5(f).

Shall it be necessary for the agent to cancel the reservation for any reason, the agent will either offer a comparable or upgraded vacation home as an alternative or the tenant has the option to cancel the reservation for a full refund.

Should the vacation home become unsuitable for occupancy either temporary or permanently, the agent will attempt to offer a comparable or upgraded alternate vacation home. If the tenant decides against the alternatively offered vacation home, the agent will refund an amount equal to the prorated amount of the unused vacation rental days. Any further refund is considered solely on the discretion of the agent.

Cape Coral is a highly desirable area with lots of construction. Agent will not move tenants due to construction or noise.

5. Property Use

Tenant may use the property strictly as a private vacation residence only, and no part of the property may be used for any kind of trade, or business purposes by neither the tenant, nor family members, nor guests.

Tenant must inspect property within 24 hours after arrival and contact the agent to communicate any pre-existing damages, or file an objection, or complaint. Should tenant fail to do so, agent will not be obligated to honor tenant's complaint.

On the date of departure, tenant must vacate the property and return it in proper condition and without any property damages to agent.

Tenant must use all appliances (refrigerator, TV, washing machine, dryer, etc.) and other technical installations of property with proper care and diligence. Should an appliance or technical installation work improperly or be inoperable, tenant must immediately inform agent about this matter. Improper use of appliances and/or damages to these will be charged to the tenant. Tenant is not allowed to operate pool equipment without instruction from agent or authorized pool technician. This authorization is to be provided by the landlord or agent. Also, there will be an additional charge of $60.00 for any grill that is left un-cleaned.

Forbidden is any kind of drug dealing activity, drug use and consumption, money laundering operations, organized crime or any illegal activity whatsoever.

During the rental period, landlord or agent has the right to inspect property and technical installations for proper condition and operation, after informing tenant about it.

Tenant is obligated to keep the property secure. If necessary, at the time of arrival, agent will meet with tenant and explain all locks and security installations and proper use. All damages resulting from carelessness or misuse will be charged to the tenant.

Tenant is not allowed to store/keep/handle on premises of rented property any dangerous, combustible or explosive items or materials with such characteristics or materials which could unreasonably raise the probability, risk or danger of a fire, or materials that are considered dangerous or highly dangerous by the responsible insurance agencies.

6. Number of Tenants

Maximum occupancy of the vacation home will not be exceeded, the number of people will be specified when booking.

Should any other people (additional family members, friends, guests etc.) occupy the property without prior written agreement of agent, this is considered to be a breach of contract. In this case, landlord and agent have the right of immediate eviction of tenants, no prepaid rent will be refunded.

7. Pets & Smoking

Pets are not welcome, unless they have been approved in advance and in writing by the agent. If a pet is authorized as part of the rental party by agent, a non refundable pet fee ($150.00 per pet) will apply.

Smoking inside of the property is prohibited. Should tenant violate either rule, tenant will be liable for any and all damages that may have been caused by such action.

8. Internet, TV & Phone

TV & free internet is provided, the service level has been chosen by the landlord. No refund of rents shall be given for outages, content, lack of content or personal preferences with regard to TV & internet service.

International phone calls/fax are not possible from the property’s land line.

9. Liability Release, Pool Safety & Recreational Equipment Waiver

The undersigned, for himself/herself, his/her heirs, assignors, executors and administrators, fully releases and discharges the landlord/owner of the property and the agent from any and all claims, demands and causes of action by reason of any injury, accident, illness, death, or property damage of whatever nature which has or have occurred, or may occur to the undersigned, or any of his/her family members, minors, or guests as a result of, or in connection with the occupancy of the premises and agrees to hold the landlord/owner and the agent free and harmless of any claim or suit arising therefrom.

Swimming Pool Safety: Tenant acknowledges that the property may feature a swimming pool. Tenant understands and agrees that use of the swimming pool involves inherent risks, including the risk of drowning or severe injury. No lifeguard is on duty. Tenants and their guests use the pool entirely at their own risk. Children and non-swimmers must be supervised by an adult at all times. Tenant agrees to secure all pool doors, fences, and safety barriers (if applicable) at all times to prevent unauthorized access by minors.

Recreational Equipment (Kayaks, Bicycles, and Other Activities): If the property provides recreational equipment such as bicycles, kayaks, paddles, life vests, or any other gear for tenant use, tenant acknowledges that participation in these activities carries inherent risks of injury, property loss, or death. Tenant voluntarily assumes all risks associated with the use of such equipment. Tenant agrees to inspect all equipment prior to use, use safety gear (such as life vests/helmets) at all times, and ensure that minors are properly supervised. Landlord and agent make no warranties, express or implied, regarding the condition or safety of such recreational equipment.

In any action concerning the rights, duties or liabilities of the parties to this agreement, their principals, agents, successors or assignees the prevailing party shall be entitled to recover reasonable attorney fees and costs.

10. Transfer of Lease, Subleasing

Without prior approval in writing by landlord or agent, tenant is neither allowed to transfer, nor to assign this agreement, nor to sublease property in part or as a whole.

11. Attorney's Fees and Costs

In any litigation that results from this agreement, the prevailing-party is entitled to reimbursement of all costs, including all reasonable attorneys fees (including all costs and fees for appellate procedures).

12. Severability

In case that any part of this agreement should be declared void or invalid, this will not have any effect on other parts of this agreement, which can be in effect without the invalid terms; and therefore, the terms of this agreement shall be deemed separable.

13. Waiver

A waiver of legal rights, or the waiver of exercising legal rights by one party, due to breach of contract, is neither a waiver of, nor a waiver to exercise legal rights for a similar or different breach of contract. The failure of a party to either, persecute a breach of contract, or to exercise its legal rights in one case, is not limiting the party's ability to exercise legal rights, or to prosecute other breaches of contract, should these continue.

14. Venue and Jurisdiction

This agreement is governed by the laws of the State of Florida. The venue shall be Lee County, Florida.

This agreement is binding on all parties, their heirs, successors, representatives and legal successors.

Only the English version of this agreement is legally binding, a supplied translation of this agreement, if applicable, is only for information purposes.

15. Additional Terms

The agent performs an electric meter reading on the day of arrival, as well as a meter reading at the time of departure. These readings are used to calculate the electric charges. Any and all electricity usage will be charged with $0.17/kWh plus 11.5% tax and can be paid in cash, zelle, check or credit card at time of check-out.