Booking terms
Payment
Connecting Rentals of Bethel
accepts payments made by credit card or PayPal for reservations booked through our platform. The following payment methods are also accepted for bookings made through our office: personal check, bank check, money order, or Venmo. We accept cash payments as long as payment is received 30 days prior
to the arrival date.
A credit card is required for all
reservations, which will be held on file as security for the rental. The card will be verified at
booking and on check-in day, and charged only for damage, excess cleaning,
missing items, or fees in the event any of these items occur during your stay.
Payment Terms
Payment is due upon booking a reservation.
If a personal check is returned by
the bank for any reason there will be a $50 service charge.
Checks should be made payable to
Connecting Rentals of Bethel, LLC and mailed to:
Connecting Rentals of Bethel, LLC
PO Box 917
Bethel, ME 04217
On the subject line please write
in the name of the property you have reserved.
Each reservation is subject to 9% Maine Lodging Tax, cleaning fee, and damage deposit.
Cancellation Policy
Outside of 30 days of arrival,
your funds are refunded in full minus a $200 cancellation fee.
NO REFUND within 30 days of
arrival unless the property is re-booked by Connecting Rentals of Bethel for
the entire length of the original booking.
Vacation Rental Insurance is
recommended and can protect you in the event you need to cancel or cannot commit
to your reservation within the 30 day period.
Check-In time is 4:00 p.m.
Early check-in is not permitted unless agreed upon in writing prior to your arrival.
Check-Out time is 11:00 a.m.
Late check-out is not permitted unless agreed upon in writing prior to your arrival.
Please do not forget to:
- Close and lock all windows.
- Lock all doors.
- Leave no burning embers in the
fireplace if the property has a fireplace.
- Make sure the hot tub cover is
securely on if the property has a hot tub.
- Turn the heat down to 55 degrees.
- Turn all electronics and lights
off.
Booking Age
The person responsible for booking
the reservation must be 25 years of age or older and present during the
entirety of the reservation.
Guest Occupancy
All properties are limited to the
maximum occupancy as stated in your Reservation Confirmation. The Guest(s) need
to obtain written consent from Connecting Rentals of Bethel if the total number
of Guests, day or night, will exceed the maximum occupancy for the property.
Keys
One key for the property will be
provided. If additional keys are required, Connecting Rentals of Bethel must
receive notification in advance prior to the arrival date.
Pets
Due to property Owner preference
or allergy concerns, pets are not allowed in properties without prior written
consent from Connecting Rentals of Bethel, evidence of pets at the property
will result in immediate eviction and forfeiture of all amounts paid and will
result in additional cleaning fees.
Subletting
Guest acknowledges that the rental
property may not be sublet. Subleasing shall immediately void the Reservation
Confirmation and require immediate departure with no refund.
Supplies
Each property will have a start-up
supply of consumables provided (paper towels, toilet paper, garbage bags, hand
soap, dish washing detergent, laundry detergent). If supplies run out, Guest(s)
are required to provide their own supplies to meet their needs during their
stay at their expense. This also includes propane exchanges for properties with
grills.
Linens
Linen service is included in the
rental rate. All beds will be made with fresh sheets. Each Guest will be
provided with 2 bath towels, 1 hand towel and 1 wash cloth along with pillows
and blankets.
Noise
For other Guests and neighbors enjoyment,
please be cautious of noise levels at all times. Any enforcement actions by the
Town, County or Home/Condo Association are at the sole risk and expense of the
registered Guest and may result in immediate eviction without refund.
Construction
Connecting Rentals of Bethel is
not responsible for reimbursements or relocation to another property due to
construction that may occur on around the rental property.
No Smoking
Smoking inside properties is not
permitted. Evidence of smoking inside a property will result in immediate
eviction without refund, and will result in additional cleaning fees.
Parking
Parking is limited at certain
properties. Excess vehicles on property are subject to removal at Guest(s)
expense.
Certain properties, for example
ski-in / ski-out properties, may require Guest(s) to have a parking pass. A
pass or passes will be provided for vehicles if necessary.
Cleaning
Guest(s) are required to leave the
property in the same general condition as prior to arrival. Housekeeping
appreciates if linens are together and the dishwasher and washing machines have
been started.
Rubbish Removal
Guest(s) will be responsible for
disposing of their rubbish during their stay. Some properties offer dumpsters
on-site for Guest(s) use. If no dumpster is on-site or nearby, the Guest(s)
will need to bring rubbish to the nearest transfer station. Up to 3 bags may be left at the property upon
departure.
Damages
Any damages, outside of what is
deemed normal wear and tear, are the responsibility of the Guest(s). A credit
card is required upon booking a reservation and will be held against damage or
excessive cleaning, and may be used immediately for any and all damages, fines,
excessive cleaning or missing items.
Cause for Eviction
The registered Guest and all parties of the registered Guest will be subject to immediate eviction from the property if the registered Guest or parties of the registered Guest violate any terms of this agreement, including but not limited to, violation of occupancy limits, pet provision, smoking, noise disturbances or parking. In the event of eviction from the property, the registered Guest shall forfeit all amounts paid without refund.
Liability & Hold Harmless Agreement
The registered Guest and parties of the registered Guest agree to defend, indemnify and hold harmless Connecting Rentals of Bethel and represented property Owners from and against all claims, demands, loss, liability of any kind and character, including cost of defense, arising out of or in any way connected with the tenant’s use of the property. In the event the registered Guest or parties of the registered Guest suffer personal/physical/property damage, injury, or loss, Connecting Rentals of Bethel and represented property Owners are not responsible. Connecting Rentals of Bethel and represented property Owners are also not responsible for lost or stolen items in or around the property.