Security Deposit / Online Check-in

Bookings made on websites other than Bear8.com that don't collect a refundable security deposit as part of booking or not made with a credit card expiring after the checkout date will have the option of a $250 refundable deposit or putting their credit card on file in case of damages and incidentals.

VACATION RENTAL AGREEMENT

THIS IS A VACATION RENTAL AGREEMENT UNDER THE NORTH CAROLINA VACATION RENTAL ACT. THE RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS OF THE PARTIES TO THIS AGREEMENT ARE DEFINED BY LAW AND INCLUDE UNIQUE PROVISIONS PERMITTING THE DISBURSEMENT OF RENT PRIOR TO TENANCY AND EXPEDITED EVICTION OF TENANTS. YOUR SIGNATURE ON THIS AGREEMENT, OR PAYMENT OF MONEY OR TAKING POSSESSION OF THE PROPERTY AFTER RECEIPT OF THE AGREEMENT, IS EVIDENCE OF YOUR ACCEPTANCE OF THE AGREEMENT AND YOUR INTENT TO USE THIS PROPERTY FOR A VACATION RENTAL.



This agreement, entered into this____ day of _______, 20__ by and between ________________________________ (Lessee) and %1% (Lessor).

WITNESSETH: That for and in consideration of the payment of the rents and the performance of the covenants contained on the part of the Lessee, said Lessor does hereby demise and let unto the Lessee, and Lessee hires from Lessor for use as a residence those certain premises _______________ located at _____________________________ for a tenancy from day-to-day or week-to-week commencing on the _____ day of ____________, 20__ at a quoted rate. It is further mutually agreed between the parties as follows: Lessee shall not violate any city ordinance or state law in or about the premises. Lessee shall not sub-let the premises, or any part thereof, or assign this agreement without the written consent of the Lessor. Lessee, in case of fire or theft, shall give immediate notice thereof to the Lessor or agent of same. Lessee must not make any alterations or improvements to said premises without written consent of Lessor. If legal action takes place or must be instituted by Lessor, Lessee agrees to pay all costs, expenses, and to pay all attorney's fees, as the court may affix. A down payment arranged at the time of booking is required in advance to reserve the property. Cancellations must be received in writing or by email over 30 days from the original check in date to receive a refund minus $50 cancellation fee; otherwise the lessee forfeits all monies paid. Receipt of your down payment holds your reservation and confirms your agreement to our cancellation policy and this entire booking agreement including all sections above. Any booking credits given by lessor must be used within 1 year of issuance. If property is damaged or cleaning is required beyond 2 hours, your credit card will be billed for the charges or the amount deducted from your refundable deposit (if any.) If cleaning expenses must be incurred by Lessor to restore the premises to the condition they were in at the time of Lessee's occupancy, the amount necessary for said restoration your credit card will be billed for the charges or the amount deducted from your refundable deposit (if any.) Depending on the website or method of booking your down payment may also be referred to as a "booking deposit", a "deposit" in general, or other terminology. Lessor shall not be liable for events beyond its control which may interfere with Lessee's occupancy, including but not limited to, Acts of God, acts of governmental agencies, fire, strikes, emergencies, inclement weather, internet outages, and construction noise from nearby sites. NO REFUND will be offered in these circumstances.



Important Note: Bookings made through VRBO, HomeAway, Flipkey, TripAdvisor, or AirBNB follow their cancellation policy for the time limits and refund amounts instead of this one as is required by their terms of use.

Expedited Eviction

If the tenancy created here-under is for 30 days or less, the expedited eviction procedures set forth in the Vacation Rental Act will apply. Tenant may be evicted under such procedures if Tenant: (i) holds over in possession after Tenant's tenancy has expired; (ii) commits a material breach of any provision of this Agreement (including any addendum hereto) that according to its terms would result in the termination of Tenant's tenancy; (iii) fails to pay rent as required by this Agreement; or (iv) has obtained possession of the Premises by fraud or misrepresentation.



Note: Until confirmed, rates are subject to change without notice.