Peppertree Bay Realty Inc. Rental Agreement

Peppertree Bay Realty Inc
6056 Midnight Pass Road
Sarasota, Florida USA 34242

T 941.349.7777
F 941.346.0371

PEPPERTREE BAY REALTY INC. RENTAL AGREEMENT 

We thank you for choosing Peppertree Bay and hope you enjoy your stay with us on Siesta Key, FL. If Terms and Conditions are acceptable, please sign the rental agreement within 7 days of the booking date. If you are renting the condominium unit sight unseen, your signatures on this reservation release Peppertree Bay Realty, Inc. and Lessor and Broker, and their representatives, agents, principals and assigns (hereinafter referred to individually and collectively as “Lessor and Broker”) from any deficiencies you may find in the condo upon arrival. This Agreement is intended to be a legal and binding contract and is subject to the approval of Peppertree Bay Association, Inc. Parties signature below signifies their agreement with all terms of this agreement.

PAYMENTS

The Tenant has two (2) options for payments, Credit Card or Check. If paying with Credit Card a five percent (5%) processing fee will be applied to the base rent. If the Tenant opts to pay with Check, a one-time One Hundred Fifty Dollar ($150.00) processing fee will be applied.

Make checks for above payable to:

PEPPERTREE BAY REALTY, INC., 6056 Midnight Pass Road, Sarasota, Florida 34242 unless otherwise instructed in writing. Taxes are subject to change according to applicable law.

PEPPERTREE BAY REQUIREMENTS: 

OCCUPANCY OF CONDOMINIUM UNITS

1. No Tenant or other occupant of a condominium unit shall use the unit for anything other than a single-family residence. No business or trade shall be permitted or conducted in any unit.
2. There is a maximum of four people allowed in a one-bedroom unit, six in a two-bedroom unit and eight people in a three-bedroom unit. This includes both adults and children. from one (1) day old to eighteen (18) years of age. If it is determined that there are more people occupying a unit than allowed, Tenant and all occupants and guests will be evicted immediately.
3. There must be at least one (1) occupant over the age of twenty-five (25) staying in the unit at all times it is occupied.
4. No resident or guest shall make or permit any disturbing noises in the unit by themselves, with family or with visitors, nor permit any disturbances that will interfere with the rights, comfort, or conveniences of other Peppertree residents. The playing of any musical instrument or radio, television, stereo, etc. in the premises between the hours of 10pm and 9am shall be muted and reduced in volume to avoid disturbing other Peppertree residents.
5. It is suggested that courtesy prevail. For example, loud conversations bidding good night to departing guests while on balconies and in hallways should be avoided during evening hours. Be considerate.
6. Tenant shall not assign this agreement or sublet the premises or any part thereof. Any unauthorized transfer of interest by the Tenant shall be a material breach of this agreement and such purported assignment or transfer shall be null and void.
7. Peppertree Bay has Rules and Regulations with which Tenant agrees to comply and obey. Those Rules and Regulations, as well as the rules and regulations and conditions of use and occupancy set out herein, are for the safety, well-being and consideration of all Peppertree Bay owners, tenants, and guests. In addition to Tenant’s compliance, Tenant shall ensure all Tenant’s occupants, guests and visitors obey and comply. Any violation shall be considered as that of Tenant. There are no exceptions, and they will be enforced.

Minimum rental age requirement for the responsible party is twenty-five (25) years of age. The responsible party must be present at the time of check-in and present in the unit at any time it is occupied throughout the duration of the stay. The responsible party must provide proper proof of age by way of a valid Driver’s License or valid Passport and a valid credit card in their name.

There is a 30-day minimum stay. Rates are listed per month. Please add a onetime departure cleaning charge of $150.00 plus tax, $150.00 processing fee, and $49.00 CSA damage protection per reservation.

UTILITIES

The rental includes electricity, water and sewer, cable television and internet service. Landlord and Broker shall not be liable for interruptions of utility services due to mechanical or electrical failure, Acts of God, or any reasons beyond the control of Lessor or Broker

PETS

1. Unit owners, renters, guests, and visitors are not permitted to have pets in their unit or bring pets onto the premises at any time.
2. Anyone requiring the assistance of a SERVICE ANIMAL as an accommodation to this prohibition must make a request in writing to the Peppertree Bay Board of Directors. This request must be submitted and approved PRIOR to the arrival date. The request must include proper and acceptable documentation as provided by the Federal Housing Authority or other applicable government agency or authority, including a statement from a treating physician. Each request will be approved or disapproved on an individual basis.

SMOKING

1. All units are non-smoking units, including the balconies and patios.
2. There are designated smoking areas throughout the property to which smoking must be confined.

DAMAGES

Tenant is responsible and liable for any damages to the premises and to the furnishings, equipment and household items therein, which occur during Tenant’s occupancy, excluding normal wear and tear. Any damages will be charged to the credit card on file. Damages also includes smoking in the unit and/or leaving the unit in a disarray manner.

MISCELLANEOUS CHARGES

Tenant shall be assessed Locksmith charges and Association charges, if any, for each key or key fob lost or not returned to Broker or Lessor upon check-out date. Such charges will be charged to the credit card on file. Tenant agrees to immediately pay Broker or Lessor the greater of $35.00 or actual cost to provide access to the unit in the event of a lock out.

CLEANING CHARGES

Tenant agrees to pay the cleaning charge, plus applicable taxes. Guests are responsible to do two (2) loads of laundry before check-out. Tenant shall not be responsible for making up beds at check-out. There will be a cleaning charge for dirty dishes, pots and utensils or excessive laundry. If Broker determines, in its sole discretion, that excessive dirt, furniture stains, carpet stains or other damage is present, additional charges will be assessed and charged to the credit card on file.

CHECK-IN INFORMATION

Check-in time is 3:00 PM and check-out is at 10:00 AM. The Peppertree Bay’s office is open Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM until 5:00 PM. Security is available for after hours and weekend check-ins and emergencies. If you plan to arrive after 5:00 PM, or on the weekend, you must call the office (941-349-7777) at least one business day in advance to arrange special timing for key pick up. Check-in time is subject to change during peak seasons.

DEPOSIT & CANCELLATION POLICY

A $1,549.00 down payment is due at time of booking. A second down payment in the amount equal to 75% of the rent is due 90 days prior to arrival date. Remaining balance will be due 30 days prior to the scheduled arrival date. Please Note: Payments will be automatically taken on the date it is due with the credit card given at the time of booking. Changing units is considered a cancellation and all cancellation policies apply.

A $150.00 cancellation fee will apply to all reservations canceled. If reservations are canceled 91 days or more prior to the scheduled arrival, the funds will be refunded fully, minus the $150.00 cancellation fee. If reservations are canceled within 90 days of arrival date, all monies will be forfeited.  Adding additional days are subject to availability. Changing units is considered a cancellation and all cancellation policies apply. No changes may be made within 30 days of arrival. Taxes are subject to change.

REFUNDS OR ADJUSTMENTS CANNOT BE MADE FOR LATE ARRIVALS OR EARLY DEPARTURES FOR ANY REASON.

In the event of a hurricane, only under mandatory evacuation, are deposits fully refundable. We highly recommend Travelers Insurance.

I understand that If I wish to waive or elect not to take Travelers Insurance, then I am solely and personally responsible for the cancellation policies and fees.

ACCOMMODATIONS

If due to circumstances beyond the control of Lessor or Broker, your designated unit is not available for any reason, Broker will use its best efforts to locate a comparable substitute unit. In the event a substitute unit is not available, Tenant shall receive a full refund of all amounts paid. Such refund is Tenant’s sole remedy, and beyond such refund, Tenant agrees to release and hold harmless Lessor and Broker, for and from any damages, costs or inconvenience suffered.

AMENITIES

Tenant agrees to hold Lessor and Broker harmless in the event of a failure of or non-availability of any amenity.

RIGHT OF ENTRY

If the Unit is currently listed for sale. Upon 24 hours’ notice, the Unit Owner, Lessor, or Broker or representative have the right to enter the unit for the purpose of showing the unit to prospective purchasers or tenants, to make repairs, or to inspect the unit.  Lessor, Peppertree Bay management, and Broker and/or their representatives shall have immediate right of entry in case of emergency or to protect or preserve the premises. Tenant shall not alter premises or add locks without prior written consent from Lessor or Broker. Tenant is not permitted to have access to any rooms, storage areas or closets which are designated as exclusively for the use of the Unit Owner.

PARKING

1. No Recreational Vehicles, Golf Carts, Motorcycles, Scooters, Commercial Vehicles or Trailers of any kind are permitted.
2. All rental guests and visitors must stop at the Peppertree Office, register their vehicles, and receive a parking pass which must be displayed in the vehicle at all times. Peppertree Bay is a tow away property and all non-registered vehicles are subject to being towed at the vehicle owner’s expense.
3. Tenants shall park in the reserved space for the unit rented and are limited to a maximum of one automobile per unit. Additional guests may park in any of the guest parking spots around the property, with a parking pass.
4. Individuals inappropriately parked may be towed at the vehicle owner’s expense.
5. Commercial vehicles or work vehicles are not permitted. Commercial vehicles on service calls must park in guest parking only and must register with the Peppertree Office and obtain a pass prior to doing so or be subject to being towed at their owners’ expense.
6. Owners and guests may not park in loading zones unless actively loading or unloading an attended vehicle.
7. No skateboarding or rollerblading is allowed anywhere on the property.

Beach and Pool

The Peppertree Bay Beach Front & Pool Facilities are restricted to tenants and their accompanied guests. There are no lifeguards on duty at the beach or pools at any time. SWIM AND USE AT YOUR OWN RISK!

1. No glass bottles or other glass containers allowed on beach or pool deck.
2. Chairs and lounges cannot be reserved. Towels left on unused chairs or lounges for one hour or more will be removed. Use of only one chair for each guest registered to your unit is permitted.
3. You are not permitted to grill or make a fire on the beach. You may only BBQ at the designated grill areas. You must make a reservation at the Peppertree Office to use the grills.
4. Lounges and chairs are not allowed in the water.
5. Activities which interfere with the comfort of others will not be allowed. Loud radios and music disturbing other individuals will not be tolerated. Paddle ball, frisbees, kite flying, or any other activity which endangers other guests are not allowed.
6. The shower and foot washing facilities are not to be used by children for playing.
7. Please rinse the sand off to minimize the amount of sand tracked onto the property and into the buildings and units.

Turtle Season

Turtle Season starts May 1 and ends October 31st. Please help support the Peppertree Bay efforts towards being a turtle-friendly establishment by complying with County & State Law Ordinance # 97-082:

1. Close drapes on all Gulf facing windows and doors after dark when interior lights are in use.
2. Remove beach furniture and all other articles at night so it does not hinder migration to and from the water. Any objects left on the beach will be removed and disposed once the sun has set.
3. All beach chairs will be removed from the beach prior to sunset.
4. Fill in holes that may entrap hatchlings on their way to the water and knock down sandcastles.
5. Never approach nesting turtles or pick up hatchlings. If you find an unmarked nest, contact the Peppertree Office and we will contact the County.
6. Only use flashlights to enter and exit the beach.
7. Do not disturb turtle nests in any way. If you do, you will be prosecuted.

Final Statement

Observance of Peppertree Bay’s Rules and Regulations and of those set out herein often require the matter of HONOR among the owners, tenants, and guests of this community. They are provided in the interest of enjoyment, health, and safety of everyone residing at or visiting Peppertree Bay. If this should fail, however, strict methods of enforcement will be utilized.