California Vacation Property Short Term Rental Agreement

Rent out your summer home, vacation cottage or recreational property in California with this Vacation Property Rental Agreement.

This document is designed for renting out vacation homes on a short-term basis and is intended for use in the State of California. The agreement is provided as a fully editable MS Word template to accommodate your specific requirements.

Renter Responsibilities

The renter is solely responsible for any personal property they bring onto the premises. Should any injury, including death, or loss or damage to the renter's property occur, the owner is indemnified except in cases where the loss or damage is directly caused by the actions of the owner or their representatives.

Fees and Charges

The agreement outlines various fees, including charges for cancellation of the reservation after a specified date, early check-in, and late check-out. These policies ensure clarity and fairness for both the owner and renter.

Security Deposit

The owner reserves the right to use the security deposit if repairs are needed due to damage caused by the renter's party or if excessive cleaning is required because the renter did not properly maintain the property.

Property Use and Miscellaneous Provisions

The contract contains several provisions concerning the use of the property. These include:

• refund policy,
• rules regarding pets and smoking,
• prohibition on fireworks,
• instructions for trash and recycling,
• parking,
• guidelines for the use of amenities such as the pool, patio, and firepit.

Check-Out Procedures

A detailed schedule of items to be completed at check-out is included in the agreement. Failure to complete these items may result in the forfeiture of the entire security deposit.

Jurisdiction

This rental agreement is intended specifically for use within the State of California.