VACATION RENTAL AGREEMENT

This Agreement is not a lease and conveys no rights in real property; use limited to these terms.

• Occupancy: Maximum occupancy under our short-term renal permit is the number in the property listing +2, whether staying overnight or visiting. This includes any guests or vendors (e.g. private chef, massage therapist) that you may invite to the property.  Unauthorized persons above this limit may result in fines from regulatory authorities that will be charged to you.

• Check-in/out: Access is from 4 PM check-in to 11 AM check-out, unless otherwise approved in writing. No check-in after 9 PM without prior approval. Unauthorized early arrival or late departure will incur 50% of the daily rate.

• Pets: Only dogs are permitted, with prior written approval, payment of an additional cleaning fee, and at select properties. Owners must: use provided protective sheets on furniture; leash dogs outdoors; promptly pick up waste; never leave dogs unattended. Extra cleaning (minimum $50) or repairs due to pets will be charged in addition to the dog cleaning fee. No other animals allowed.

• Vehicles/Camping: No RVs, motorcycles, camping, or overnight accommodations outside the property. Violations may result in termination without refund.

• Rural Area: Properties are in remote areas; services and vendors may not be immediately available. Situations beyond our control that do not warrant refund, credit, or relocation include: acts of nature; wildlife or insects; utility outages; government actions; amenity closures for maintenance, safety, or other causes outside our control.

• Cell/Internet/TV: Due to our rural nature, service may be limited or unreliable; no refunds for outages. No illegal or abusive use. Guests that log into personal accounts must log out before departure; we are not responsible for charges on guest accounts.

• Power Outages: Due to our rural nature, outages may occur; no refunds for unplanned outages. For planned outages over 4 hours, we will attempt relocation if requested.

• Photoshoots/Events/Commercial Use: Prohibited without prior written approval, any necessary permits and payment of additional fees. This includes weddings, parties, or other events exceeding the number of allowed guests above. Any unauthorized use will incur a $10,000 penalty and the payment of any fees imposed by a municipality.

• Water Amenities: Use of pools, hot tubs, and plunge pools is at guests’ risk. No glass/pottery near water; breaking glass requires draining/refilling and lost revenue reimbursement. No minors unattended. Uncovered amenities may incur $100+ cleaning/filling/heating fee. No lifeguard on duty; guests waive liability for injuries.

• Access for Maintenance: Owner/representatives may enter for landscaping, maintenance, cleaning, repairs, inspections, and pool/hot tub service, we will make reasonable attempts to communicate all access needs. 

• Property Unavailability: If beyond owner’s control, reservation may be canceled with refund of fees paid.

• Smoking: Prohibited indoors and within 15 feet of exterior doors. Dispose of cigarette waste properly. Violation incurs $250 minimum charge.

• Firepits/Fireplaces: Propane fixtures may not burn wood or other materials; violation incurs $500 minimum cleaning fee And the payment of any fines imposed by a municipality.

• Firearms: Prohibited.

• Noise: Follow local ordinances; quiet hours 10 PM–7 AM. Guest responsible for fines plus $500 administrative fee for violations.

• Payments: Full payment due 60 days before check-in (or upon booking if within 60 days).

• Deposits/Damage: Security deposit required per platform. With payment of an accidental damage protection fee, accidental damage up to $1,000 is covered if reported during stay (excludes intentional acts, gross negligence, and pet damage). We may withhold deposit or bill for costs exceeding it for violations, damage, missing items, excessive cleaning, unauthorized guests/pets, noise violations, trespassing, late check-out, or ordinance violations.

• Liability: Guests assume all risk for injury or property loss/damage and hold owner/manager harmless.

• Issue Resolution & Refunds: We strive to keep all properties well-maintained. If a material issue impacts your stay, we will make commercially reasonable efforts to resolve it promptly, which may include dispatching maintenance, arranging repairs, or relocating you to a comparable property. If you decline a reasonable remedy or relocation, you accept the property as-is and no further refund, credit, or compensation will be due. Any goodwill gestures are at our sole discretion and do not create obligations for future stays.

• Excessive Cleaning:  you must leave the property in a reasonably clean condition, failure to do so will result in additional cleaning fees.

• Check-in Requirements: Guests must be 21+ years and present a government issued photo identification prior to check-in via our virtual check-in process. We may cancel reservations anytime if not provided.
  

SPECIAL RULES – THE BUNGALOWS: RETREAT BY HOMESTEAD MODERN

• Deposit Policy: Room reservations require a 48% advance deposit, with the remaining balance (52%) payable 2 days prior to arrival.  * Note that if you book within 3 days of arrival these two charges may post at the same time and look duplicated, but they are not.  Please review the rate details, terms, and conditions. A $250 security deposit will be held on your credit card before arrival and released seven days after checkout if unused. Homestead Modern may use this deposit for damages or rule violations. 

• Cancellation Policy: Changes or cancellations must be made at least three days (72 hours) before arrival, excluding the day of arrival. Cancellations made three days prior are eligible for a full refund, minus the credit card processing fee, while those made within three days will be charged 100% of the accommodation fees.

• Occupancy: The number of people on the property cannot exceed the number of guests listed in your reservation confirmation, whether they are staying overnight or just visiting. Unauthorized guests will incur additional fees starting at $65 per person per night unless you obtain prior approval. 

• Check-in/out: Your sole right to access the property begins with the 3 PM check-in and ends at the 11 AM check-out unless other times are approved in writing in advance. Check-in is not allowed after 9 PM unless approved in advance. We will charge a fee of $65 for an unauthorized early arrival or late check-out. 

• Pets: Let us know if you plan to bring a dog, as there is a $100 fee per pet. We allow two dogs up to 40 lbs and can provide a dog bed. Dogs must be leashed outside and cannot be left unattended in the room. Dog owners agree to the following additional rules: use protective sheets to cover any place where your dog may lie (we are not equipped to shampoo furniture or rugs or dry clean bedding after your departure); dogs must be leashed at all times when outside (there are coyotes in the High Desert, which present danger to unleashed dogs) and owners must immediately pick up after their dogs and deposit waste in a plastic bag and place it in the garbage bin; dogs are not to be left unattended in the property at any time. In addition to our additional dog cleaning fee, we will deduct the costs of extra cleaning (including at least $50 for pet fur left on furniture due to lack of use of the provided protective sheets) or repairs necessitated by the presence of your dog.

• KindTravler: ​​Homestead Modern Bungalows, in partnership with Kind Traveler’s Every Stay Gives Back program, supports Mojave Desert Land Trust. The mission of Mojave Desert Land Trust is to protect the Mojave Desert ecosystem and its scenic and cultural resource values. Their vision of the Mojave Desert includes dark night skies, clean air and water, broad views and vistas, and an abundance of native plants and animals. Through our community impact program, $2 per stay will fund Mojave Desert Land Trust. 100% of funds are given to Mojave Desert Land Trust. Learn more about your travel dollars are positively impacting the local community: Homestead Modern Bungalows | Every Stay Gives Back | Kind Traveler

• Age Requirement: All guests must be 18 years or older to enter the property. 

• Smoking: Smoking is prohibited inside the property or within 15 feet of any exterior door. Please dispose of your extinguished cigarette waste in a plastic bag and the outdoor garbage can. Do not leave cigarette waste on the grounds. If these rules are violated, we will charge a minimum of $250.

• Noise: Local ordinances prohibit any loud, excessive, or intrusive noise that disturbs the peace or causes discomfort or annoyance to any reasonable person at any time, and strict quiet hours are in place between 8 PM and 8 AM.  You must adhere to these rules.