Rental Agreement

Lease Agreement: This lease agreement made on November 24, 2009

between LANDLORDS: Christopher and Ellen Krapf
Address: 16 Redwood Lane, South Setauket, New York, 11720
Phone: 631-698-8035
TENANT: Annette Bednarz

Address:

Home Phone #: Cell Phone #: Work Phone #:

Social Security #:

PREMISES RENTED: 4 Pine Lane, Chestertown, New York, 12817

Rented to: (#) Adults/Children : 8 adults, 0 children

The leased premises are to be occupied for residential purposes only by the Tenant(s).
Tenant(s) agrees not to use the premises for any unlawful or immoral purpose, and
approval of the Landlord is necessary for any gathering of more than 8 (eight) people
(including children). TERM:
For a period of: Month(s) Week(s) 4 days, 3 nights Day(s)
Commencing: Thursday, December 31, 2009 Ending: Sunday, January 3, 2010

RENT PAYMENT SCHEDULE:

A TOTAL RENT OF: $ 1700.00 Payable as follows:

AMOUNT DATE PURPOSE PAYABLE TO:

$1700 (deposit) on signing of agreement rent Christopher & Ellen Krapf

$500.00 on signing of agreement security Christopher & Ellen Krapf

30 days prior to arrival date rent Christopher & Ellen Krapf

QUIET ENJOYMENT: The Landlord agrees that the Tenant(s), on paying the rent
and performing all the terms, covenants, and conditions of this lease, shall be peaceably
and quietly have, hold the premises for the term of this lease. The Landlord(s) may access
the property for the purpose of the use of the boat and/or necessary repairs.

1. CHECK-IN TIME IS AFTER 3 P.M. EST AND CHECK OUT IS 10 A.M. EST.
NO Early Check-ins or Late Check-outs.
2. This is a NON-SMOKING house.
3. Pets are NOT permitted in the house at any time.
4. DAMAGE/RESERVATION DEPOSIT - A damage/reservation deposit of $500.00
(American funds) is required. This must be received within two (2) days of booking the
reservation. The deposit automatically converts to a security/damage deposit upon arrival.
The deposit is NOT applied toward rent; however, it is fully refundable within fourteen
(14) days of departure, provided the following provisions are met.
a. No damage is done to the house or its contents, beyond normal wear and tear or to
the association’s common areas i.e., the beach, dock areas or roads.
b. In the case of extraordinary cleaning requirements caused by anyone in your party or
your guests, there will be additional fees incurred which will be deducted from the
security deposit.
c. No charges are incurred due to contraband, or collection of rents or services rendered
during the stay.
d. Tenants are responsible for removal of all debris, rubbish and trash. A landfill
permit is provided for the use of the tenants. The tenant is responsible for the fees
incurred at the landfill. Soiled dishes are to be placed in the dishwasher and cleaned.
e. All charges accrued during the stay are paid prior to departure.
5. PAYMENT – An advance payment equal to 50% of the rental rate is required 60 days
before arrival. The advance payment will be applied toward the rental. Please make
payments in the form of traveler's checks, bank money orders, or cashiers checks payable
to Christopher and Ellen Krapf. The advance payment is not a damage deposit. The
BALANCE OF RENT is due thirty (30) days before your arrival date. If booking within
thirty (30) days of your stay, your entire payment is due when you send the signed lease
including the security deposit.
6. CANCELLATIONS - A sixty (60) day notice is required for cancellation.
Cancellations that are made more than sixty (60) days prior to the arrival date are subject
to a 5% Cancellation fee or $50 whichever is greater. Cancellations or changes that result
in a shortened stay or that are made within 60 days of the arrival date, forfeit the full
advance payment and damage/reservation deposit. Cancellation or early departure does
not warrant any refund of rent or deposit. You may choose to purchase travel insurance
separately. See item number sixteen (16) of this contract.
7. MONTHLY RESERVATION CANCELLATIONS – Monthly renters must cancel
one hundred twenty (120) days prior to check-in. Monthly renters who make a change
that results in a shortened stay must be made at least ninety (90) days prior to check-in.
8. MAXIMUM OCCUPANCY - The maximum number of guests per house is limited to
eight (8) persons.
THIS PROPERTY REQUIRES A THREE (3) NIGHT MINIMUM STAY; 4 nights
during peak and holiday seasons at the discretion of the landlords.
9. Longer minimum stays may be required during holiday periods. If a rental is taken for
less than three days, the guest will be charged the three-night rate.
10. LINENS AND TOWELS are the responsibility of the tenant(s) unless otherwise
stated. Blankets and pillows are provided for the use of the tenants and remain on the
premises at the end of the lease period.
11. RATE CHANGES – Rates subject to change without notice.
12. FALSIFIED RESERVATIONS – Any reservation obtained under false pretense will
be subject to forfeiture of advance payment, deposit and/or rental money, and the party
will not be permitted to check in.
13. WRITTEN EXCEPTIONS – Any exceptions to the above mentioned policies must
be approved in writing in advance.
14. FIREPLACES - The fireplace is a non-vented propane gas log fired firebox. Please
do not throw any paper or other combustible materials in the fireplace. The fireplace is
turned off from April 15-September 15; it is not operational during this time of the year.
15. STORM POLICY/ROAD CONDITIONS - No refunds will be given for storms.
Mountain roads can be curvy and steep. Gravel drives are well maintained, however we
do not refund due to road conditions.
16. TRAVEL INSURANCE - We highly recommend your purchase travel insurance. If
you wish to purchase travel insurance, go to www.InsureMyTrip.com for details and to
purchase.
17. WATER AND SEPTIC - These houses are on wells and septic systems. The mineral
content in the water is high.
18. LIABILITY OF THE LANDLORD - The Landlord shall not be liable for any
damage to the Tenant(s) or tenant’s guest property unless specifically caused by the
Landlord. Tenant(s) agree to hold Landlord (and Landlord(s) agents) harmless from any
claim and lawsuits resulting from tenant(s) use or the use by any guest of the tenant(s) of
Friend’s Lake for swimming or boating or any other casualty.
19. ALTERATIONS: The Tenant(s) will not paint, paper or make any alterations,
additions or improvements in or upon leased premises without permission of the landlord.
No tacks, pins, nails of any kind in walls, ceilings or doors. All furnishings are to remain
in place.

The septic system is very effective; however, it will clog up if improper material is
flushed. DO NOT FLUSH anything other than toilet paper. No feminine products
should be flushed at anytime. If it is found that feminine products have been flushed and
clogs the septic system, you could be charged damages of up to two hundred dollars
($200).

I agree that all rental monies are non-refundable per cancellation policy above. I have
read my rights to purchase travel insurance. By Signing Below, I agree to all terms and
conditions of this agreement.

Tenant: __________________________________________________ Date: __________

(Print full name)

Tenant: _________________________________________________ Date: __________

(Signature)

Landlord: ________________________________________________ Date: _________

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