Upon booking, you agree to the below rental rules.
1. SMOKING: There is absolutely no smoking indoors.
2. TRASH: The trash and recycling bins are located in the garage. Throwing away all trash is not mandatory but very much appreciated.
3. QUIET HOURS: The Tenant shall behave in a civilized manner and shall be good neighbors respecting the rights of the surrounding property owners. The Tenant shall not create noise or disturbances likely to disturb or annoy the surrounding property owners. Creating excessive noise or disturbances shall be grounds for immediate termination of this Agreement and Tenant’s removal from the Property. Quiet hours are from 10:30 PM to 8:00 AM every day. All noise should always be at levels that are courteous to our neighbors but especially during quiet hours. Outdoor areas are available for use during quiet hours as long as noise cannot be heard by our neighbors.
4. AMENITIES: Towels, linens, toilet paper, hand soap, dish detergent, cups, knives, forks, spoons, dishes, and other items as commonly used by an occupant of the Property will be provided. Uncommon Grounds is not responsible for replenishing items after the rental term has begun. If consumables exist at the Property when the Tenant arrives, WHICH ARE NOT MARKED AS PRIVATE, the Tenant is free to use them. Food in the refrigerator, IF IT IS NOT MARKED AS PRIVATE, is available for use by the Tenant. Uncommon Grounds makes no representations or warranties regarding any food left in the refrigerator. Towels are never permitted to be taken from the house. Stained towels, sheets or property of Owner removed from the Property, whether marked or unmarked, will be claimed on the Policy or charged to the Tenant Credit Card if no claim can be made or is otherwise denied.
5. OUTAGES: Outages and other interruptions of service with respect to water, electricity, cable and internet (if provided) and wastewater are beyond Uncommon Grounds control. Tenant shall report outages to Uncommon Grounds as such occurs. No refunds or compensation will be given to Tenant for any such outages or interruptions in service. We will review to make sure this is fair to the tenants. It is our goal to ensure a near perfect stay every time!
6. WEATHER: There shall be no refunds of any fees because of shortened stays or ruined expectations due to weather conditions.
7. FIREARMS: The possession of firearms at the Property shall only be permitted if such possession is in compliance with all applicable laws.
8. HAZARDOUS MATERIALS: Tenant agrees that fireworks and other hazardous materials shall not be brought onto or used in or around the Property.
9. PRIVATE AREAS: Tenant agrees not to access the “owner’s closet” or any other areas marked “private”, even if unlocked. Such areas contain Owner’s property as well as cleaning supplies and chemicals that could be hazardous to children and adults.
10. GAS: Tenant is advised that the Property contains a gas stove and cook top, grill, and other gas powered items and Tenant will seek help from management if the proper operation of such items is not fully understood.
11. FIRE EXTINGUISHER: The Property has three fire extinguishers: One in the laundry room, one under the kitchen sink, and one under the sink in the upstairs master bedroom. Tenant agrees to use the fire extinguisher only for true emergencies.
12. FIRE ALARMS: The Property has fire alarms and/or smoke detectors installed and which to UG’s knowledge are properly functioning at Check-In Date. Tenant will notify management without delay if a fire alarm or smoke detector “chirps” or has a low battery condition.
13. CARBON MONOXIDE DETECTOR: Tenant is advised that there is a carbon monoxide detector on site.
14. SECURITY: Tenant shall see to their own security while in the Property by ensuring that doors, windows, garage doors, etc. are locked at all times. Further, Tenant agrees to insure that all doors and windows are locked when no Tenants are at the Property.
15. TV: UG’s has three SmartTV’s on site, all of which come with streaming capabilities. FuboTV and Hulu are complimentary. Any television services purchased by the Tenant using the Owner’s account will be charged to the guest after check out. Tenant agrees to notify UG’s by phone or email if any television services are purchased.
16. INTERNET: High speed wireless internet may be provided as a convenience only and is not integral to the Agreement.
17. COMMERCIAL USE: No commercial use of the Property without written agreement, specific arrangements and proof of separate insurance.
18. SPILLS: Tenant and all Tenant’s guest shall properly and immediately clean up spills on the Property, furnishings or floors.
19. REPORTING DAMAGES: Tenant is responsible for reporting anything broken, damaged, disabled or not in working condition immediately to UG’s. Do not wait until check-out to inform as this may result in the item or items being charged to the Tenant Credit Card or deducted from any applicable Security Deposit.
20. MAKE-UP REMOVAL: Please, please do not use wash cloths or towels for make-up removal. UG’s will provide wipes.
21. WASTE: Guest shall not flush anything down the toilet other than organic waste. LANDSCAPING: Tenant is responsible for all damage to landscaping or exterior premises that occur during the Term of the Agreement.
22. KEYS: Tenant is responsible for any keys provided to Property and shall return all keys as instructed in writing upon departure.
23. FIREPLACE: Paper or other combustible items should never be placed in any fireplace. Only wood shall be placed in wood burning fireplace. Nothing shall be placed in gas fireplaces
24. CHECKOUT PROCEDURES: Failure to comply with Check-out times and procedures will result in a penalty equal to the rental fee for one night at the Property.
25. EXERCISE EQUIPMENT: Tenant acknowledges, understands and accepts the risks involved with the use of exercise equipment, regardless of the care taken to avoid injuries. The use of exercise equipment is voluntary. Tenant and guests shall be responsible for all damage to and personal injury from the use of and assumes all inherent risks of the activity on behalf of themselves and their guests in its entirety, including minors if applicable.
26. CREEK OR BROOK ON PROPERTY: There is a creek, or brook, which contains flowing water on a seasonal basis, which is located at the back of the Property and it is available for enjoyment by Tenant. Tenant agrees that the use of the creek in any way is at its own risk. Tenant fully acknowledges, understands and accepts the risks involved and associated with the use of a creek, as it is at times a natural flowing stream of water and it is not managed or controlled in anyway by Uncommon Grounds. The possible hazards associated with a creek include, but are not limited to, moving water, shifting rocks, occasional fallen trees and limbs, floating debris, creek banks shifting and natural wildlife being in or around the creek bed. This Property is located in the State of Texas and Texas has a number of creatures which can result in someone's injury or death, including, but not limited to, insects, vermin, snakes, animals, birds, etc. Tenant understands and agrees that these are beyond the control of Uncommon Grounds and Owner. Tenant agrees to inform Tenant’s Guest of these dangers and that Tenant is solely responsible for any injuries, deaths or property damage resulting to Tenant or Tenant’s Guest arising from these creatures. Tenant understands that this creek is a seasonal creek and fluctuates in water flow and sometimes you can walk in the creek bed, because it is dry, and sometimes you cannot. The flowing creek is a beautiful and a serine portion of the Property and is available for the Tenant’s enjoyment; however, Tenant agrees that each Guest, out of an abundance of precaution, should know that the creek is located on the Property and that all minors will be supervised by an adult when using the creek. Tennant accepts the responsibility to notify all Guests of the location and existence of the creek on the Northwest side of the Property. The use of the creek or brook is voluntary. Tenant and Guests shall be responsible for any and all damage, including but not limited to personal injury, from the use of the creek and assumes all inherent risks of any activity in or around the creek bed on behalf of Tenant or their Guests in its entirety, including minors if applicable.