Rental Policies

Once your final payment is made (you will receive an automated reminder email 7 days prior to your arrival) you will receive an email including your check-in procedures and additional trip information.

PLEASE READ THE ENTIRE AGREEMENT BEFORE DIGITALLY SIGNING

While every effort will be made to have the unit available for check-in at 4:00 pm, during high season, the cleaning crew may require additional cleaning time, and check-in may be delayed. No guarantee is made that the room will be ready by 4:00 pm.

AGREEMENT

Beaches of Alabama, the Agent of the Owners, and Tenant agree as follows: Above Tenant is at least twenty-five (25) years of age (an "adult") and will be an occupant of the unit Fake Property during the entire reserved dates. In addition to the Tenant, other authorized occupants may be family members or friends of the Tenant. Use of the premises will be denied to persons not falling within the foregoing categories. Should any unauthorized persons occupy or use the Premises, Tenant shall vacate the premises immediately without any refund.

RESERVATIONS

Reservations may be placed up to one year in advance, but are subject to the rates in effect for the year in which said reservations are placed. All times are Central Standard Time, and currency is USD unless otherwise noted. Reservations will be held for 24 hours. If the signed rental agreement and payment are not received within 24 hours from the date of the Tenant's signature, the reservation will be canceled.

DEPOSIT

A deposit totaling 35% of the agreed-upon total amount is due with the acceptance of the rental agreement. Payment of the deposit shall be deemed as acceptance of this rental agreement. Payment may be made with a major credit card. Personal checks will not be accepted; if funds are not credited within two days, the booking will be canceled. This amount will be applied to your stay and is not a refundable security deposit.

BALANCE

Balance is due 7 days prior to arrival date and includes a non-refundable $95.00 processing fee. The balance is due on Jan 10, 2026. Payment may be made by a major credit card. Personal checks will not be accepted. If payment is not made 5 days prior to your arrival, we reserve the right to cancel the reservation.

CANCELLATION POLICY

In the event that you must cancel your reservation, please be aware that cancellations must occur at least 7 days (monthly reservations require 14 days) prior to the arrival date. All monies will be refunded if cancellation occurs 7 days (14 on monthly reservations) or more before the arrival date. GUESTS THAT DO CANCEL WITHIN 7 DAYS (14 on monthly reservations) OF THEIR ARRIVAL WILL BE CHARGED THE 35% DEPOSIT AMOUNT. There will be no refund for early departure unless authorities request a mandatory hurricane evacuation.

HAZARDOUS PRACTICES

No barbeque grills of any kind are permitted on balconies or in the unit. No open flames, ie. Candle burning is prohibited on balconies or in the unit. Do not dismantle smoke detectors as they are there for your protection. Use the overhead stove fan when cooking to avoid accidental activation of the smoke detector alarm.

ABSOLUTELY NO PETS

Pets are not allowed (unless stated in specific homes). If evidence of a pet(s) is found in the unit or on the premises, you will be asked to vacate immediately with no refund of rent or damage deposit.

FALSIFIED RESERVATION

Any reservation obtained under false pretenses will be subject to forfeiture of the reservation deposit, damage deposit, and/or balance of rental payment.

HOUSEKEEPING

There is no daily maid service. Linens and towels are included and not to be taken from the unit. There is one towel per person for the number of people that the unit sleeps. An initial setup of trash liners, bathroom paper, and soap is provided. There is a one-time cleaning fee. Additional cleaning fees will be due in the event that requires extra cleaning and/or damages to the linen or towels. We recommend that you bring any special items that you may need.

UTILITIES

No compensation will be given for a temporary outage of electricity, gas, water, cable, or telephone service. Outages will be reported immediately, and all efforts will be made to have them restored as soon as possible. Any tenant using the internet for illegal downloads will be charged a $500 fee and/or any other charges incurred by the owner.

NONSMOKING UNIT

Smoking is strictly prohibited. The card on file will be charged if any additional deodorizing or carpet cleaning is needed.

ENTRY BY OWNER

Owner or Owner's agents may enter the premises under the following circumstances: in case of an emergency; to make any necessary or agreed-upon repairs, alterations, or improvements; supply necessary or agreed-upon services or show the premises to prospective purchasers, renters, or contractors. The Owner will try to provide the renter with at least 24 hours' notice of the Owner's intent to enter (except in the case of an emergency).

RULES AND REGULATIONS

1. Tenant agrees to leave the premises and its contents in the same condition, neat and tidy, as Tenant found the premises to be upon move-in, normal wear and tear expected. Beds should be stripped of linens and placed in a pile in each bedroom for housekeeping. Any damages found at your departure will be billed to your credit card.
2. All dishes are to be washed, and all garbage is to be removed from the premises and placed in outside receptacles. Please place trash bins in front of houses for pickup.
3. Close all blinds in all rooms.
4. The maximum number of occupants shall not exceed the sleeping capacity, not including a child in a crib.
5. Furnishings are not to be removed from the premises for use outside or in other properties.
6. "No pets" policy must be observed. Pets are not allowed on premises.
7. Smoking is not allowed in the unit.
8. Reservations are not made by or for a minor, defined as any person under the age of twenty-five (25).
9. All keys, key cards, etc., are to be returned upon move-out by the Tenant. If not, there will be a $75.00 charge to have the lock rekeyed or programmed.
10. Tenant and any guest of Tenant shall obey all laws of the state of Alabama, as well as local laws, at all times while they are on the premises. Failure to abide by the laws of Alabama or the above rules may cause the tenant to be asked to vacate the premises and forfeit all rents and security/damage deposits.

SLEEPING CAPACITY/DISTURBANCES

Tenant and all other occupants will be required to vacate the premises and forfeit the rental fee and security deposit for any of the following: occupancy exceeding the sleeping capacity, using the premises for any illegal activity, causing damage to the premises rented or to any of the neighboring properties, and any other acts which interfere with neighbors' right to quiet enjoyment of their premises.

HOLD HARMLESS

iTrip or the Owner does not assume any liability for loss, damage, or injury to persons or their personal property. Neither does the owner accept any liability for any inconveniences, damage, loss, or injury arising from any temporary defects or stoppage in supply of water, gas, cable service, electricity, or plumbing, as well as due to weather conditions, natural disasters, acts of God, or other reasons beyond its control.

POOL & PATIO

Tenant hereby acknowledges that the premises they have reserved may include a pool and the undersigned agrees and acknowledges that the pool and patio/deck can be dangerous areas, that the deck/patio can be slippery when wet, and that injury may occur to anyone who is not careful. With full knowledge of the above facts and warnings, the undersigned Tenant accepts and assumes all risks involved to Tenant and all of Tenant's guests in or related to the use of the community pool and patio areas.

MAINTENANCE

Please report any maintenance/damages to us upon your arrival. Refunds will not be made for maintenance issues, including, but not limited to, heating and air conditioning, appliances, televisions, and stereos.

INTERNET

Beaches of Alabama is not responsible for internet service interruptions due to local service provider outages/maintenance issues. Should you require internet during your stay, it is recommended that you bring a backup portable hotspot supported by your cell service carrier.

LANDLINE

Please be advised that no landline telephone service is provided or available in the unit.

PARKING

Most premises are limited to two cars unless otherwise stated. Some properties have a one-car limit. No boats, jet skis, trailers or RVs.

OWNER'S CLOSETS

Locked owner's closets are not included in your rental.

FEDERAL ORDINANCE: LIGHTS OUT AND CURTAINS CLOSED AFTER DARK

FEDERAL ORDINANCE requires ALL CONDOS with lights and/or windows facing the Gulf of Mexico to turn off exterior lights (unless amber bulbs are used) and close ALL blinds and curtains after dark. Flashlights on the beach after dark must be turtle-friendly bulbs. (red/amber/orange) ** Each violation of the federal ordinance could result in a $25,000 fine.**

ADDITIONAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS

The undersigned Tenant, for himself/herself, his/her heirs, assignors, executors, and administrators, fully releases and discharges Owner from any and all liabilities, claims, demands, and causes of action by reason of any injury, loss of damage by whatever nature which has or have occurred, or may occur to the undersigned, or any of his/her guests as a result, or in connection with the occupancy of the premises and agrees to hold Owner free and harmless of any claim or suit arising therefrom. 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 any reasonable attorney's fees and costs. You also agree to be responsible for and reimburse the property owner for any applicable costs and attorney's fees incurred for the collection of damages. Neither iTrip nor the owner will be responsible for accidents or injury to guests, or loss of money or valuables of any kind.

The owner reserves the right to terminate this Agreement at any time.

Credit Card Authorization

I understand and consent to the use of the credit card provided without the original signature on the charge slip. I understand that by "clicking" that I have read the terms and conditions of this property, I am bound by this agreement, and I have signed "electronically."

*Every effort has been made to ensure accurate descriptions and rates. However, iTrip is not responsible for changes in furnishings or rate errors.

*PLEASE NOTE: At iTrip Vacations, our goal is to ensure that your vacation experience with us is nothing short of exceptional. As part of our commitment to your satisfaction, we utilize text messaging to provide you with important information and updates before and during your stay. By accepting our rental agreement, you agree to receive these texts, and in return, you can also reach out to us via text for any assistance. You may opt out at any time by simply replying "STOP" to any message.

We kindly ask that you do not enter the unit before 4:00 PM unless you have received prior approval from the iTrip office (not housekeeping). Early entry without permission will result in an automatic $100 charge to the card on file. Arriving early can interfere with our cleaning and inspection process, as well as with guests who are still checking out. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation!

FEDERAL ORDINANCE requires ALL CONDOS with lights and/or windows facing the Gulf of Mexico to turn off exterior lights (unless amber bulbs are used) and close ALL blinds and curtains after dark. Flashlights on the beach after dark must be turtle-friendly bulbs. (red/amber/orange) ** Each violation of the federal ordinance could result in a $25,000 fine.**

HOME GUARDIAN LIMITED DAMAGE WAIVER PROGRAM

1. Terms of Waiver: As an enrolled, Covered Guest staying at an iTrip Franchisee property, under this Limited Damage Waiver (the "plan"), you will not be obligated to pay for Covered Damage (defined below) to personal property of the owner of the rental unit located within the rental unit occupied by the Covered Guest. When the Covered Guest purchases this plan, the property manager waives the right to charge the Covered Guest for Covered Damage to the unit as a result of your inadvertent acts or omissions during the duration of the Stay. The maximum limit of this waiver of liability is $1,500.00 aggregate per stay.
2. Conditions: The Limited Damage Waiver has certain conditions. Covered Damage does not include, and the Covered Guest remains liable for, the following:
   • Damages caused by Intentional Acts of a Covered Guest.
   • Damages caused by gross negligence or willful and wanton conduct.
   • Any damage that the Covered Guest does not report to iTrip staff in writing by the time the Covered Guest checks out of the unit.
   • Damage from theft without a valid police report.
   • Damage caused by any pet or other animals brought onto the premises by any Guests, unless the property is specified as "pet friendly" as a condition of the rental agreement.
   • Damage or loss of any property owned by or brought onto the premises by a Covered Guests or invitee of Covered Guest.
   • Property Damage resulting from any motorized vehicle or watercraft operated by a Covered Guest.
   • Damaged Caused by any forbidden items or property usage including but not limited to BBQ Grills, Candles, Cigarettes, etc.
3. Definitions:
   • "Covered Damage": All damages to property of the unit's owner, up to $1,500.00 in the aggregate for each Stay, that occurs during the Covered Guest's Stay and that is the result of the inadvertent acts or omissions of the Covered Guest or the Covered Guest's invitee, excluding the damages listed in the Conditions section above.
   • "Covered Guest": All registered Guests and all persons booked to share the same unit of accommodations and which have paid the required plan cost.
   • "Stay": The iTrip contracted stay at an iTrip unit, from the date of a Covered Guest's check-in to the date of check-out.
4. Administrative Procedure: iTrip staff will administer and determine at their sole discretion whether damage qualifies as Covered Damage. Such staff will have the sole authority to determine the nature and extent of damages, necessary repairs and eligibility for the waiver of liability described herein. The Covered Guest must report any theft or damage to the unit or its contents to iTrip staff by the time of check-out or any otherwise applicable damage waiver for such Covered Guest will be void. The iTrip Franchisee has ultimate administration authority under the plan. Arbitration is required prior to litigation.
5. Terms of Coverage: The plan takes effect upon check-in on the booked arrival date to an iTrip unit. The plan shall terminate upon normal check-out time of the iTrip contracted Stay or the time the Covered Guest vacates the booked iTrip unit, whichever occurs first.
6. Fee: $69.00 is the plan cost for your covered Stay.
7. Damages in Excess of Limited Damage Waiver Limit: Guest Agrees that damages not covered by the Limited Damage Waiver Program or in excess of the plan limit of $1,500.00 shall be paid by Guest immediately. Guest authorizes iTrip to charge the cost of damages to Guest's credit card in accordance with this agreement and the terms and conditions of the rental agreement.

IMPORTANT NOTE

Violation of any condition of the terms of iTrip voids the Limited Damage Waiver Program without refund of any portion of booking/ plan fee. Guest Agrees that damages not covered by the Limited Damage Waiver Program or in excess of the plan limit of $1,500.00 shall be paid by Guest immediately. Guest authorizes iTrip to charge the cost of damages to Guest's credit card in accordance with this agreement and the terms and conditions of the rental agreement. By submitting payment for this reservation, you authorize iTrip to include the costs of this plan in your reservation. Please contact iTrip directly if you do not wish to participate in this plan or assignment.

Unless Guest elects the Limited Damage Waiver Program, Guest agrees to pay for damage to the Unit or property within the Unit, except normal wear and tear, that occurs during the Guest's stay in the Unit. Guest authorizes iTrip to charge the amount of damages, as determined solely by iTrip, to Guest's credit card in accordance with this agreement.