1. AGENCY DISCLOSURE - TGIF Cabin.com serves as the agent & representative of all owners of vacation properties in its rental program, and is acting at all times, in and for the best interests of the owners.

2. CHECK-IN TIME IS 3:00 PM - At the following:  TGIF Cabins.com  36 River Street Ellijay, GA, 30540.  Keys are NOT available until the property is ready for occupancy. No exceptions to this policy will be made. Agent will use reasonable efforts to have the Premises ready for Guest occupancy at check-in time, but Agent cannot guarantee the exact time of occupancy. Check-in packets will be left in the LOCKBOX by the office door for guests arriving after the office has closed. Please call in advance if you may be arriving after 5:00 PM so that arrangements can be made for Guest property keys to be picked up. Please Note - NO ARRIVALS ARE ALLOWED ON THANKSGIVING DAY (NOV. 28) CHRISTMAS DAY (DEC. 25) and NEW YEARS DAY (JAN.1).

3. CHECK-OUT TIME IS 11:00 AM! Check-out takes place at our office and is strictly enforced so that Agent(s) have adequate time to prepare the property for the next guest. Please return keys to the front desk before leaving. If the office is closed, put the keys in the key return drop box to the right of the office door. (Unless prior arrangements are made in writing with AGENT, Guests that do not vacate the rental property and return the keys by 11:00 AM or in the event Guest return to the premises without the consent of the Agent after turning in the keys and checking out, a fee equal to the rental rate for one (1) day will be assessed to Guest(s).

4. RESERVATION REQUIREMENTS - 50% of the total rental fee paid by credit card required in advance to hold reservation.  Balance is due 14 days prior to check-in with cash, Traveler's Checks, Visa, Mastercard, Discover or American Express. Balance will automatically be applied 14 days prior to check-in to the credit card on file unless otherwise notified. Upon receipt of reservation deposit, confirmation and directions to our office will be forwarded to Guest. WE DO NOT ACCEPT CHECKS AT CHECK-IN!

5. SECURITY DAMAGE WAIVER – Guest is required to pay $20.00 for a non-refundable Damage Deposit Waiver to cover any unintentional damage up to $100. Damage in excess of $100 or damage that is deemed by TGIF Cabins.com  to not be of an unintentional nature, will be charged to guest's credit card. This Damage Waiver does NOT cover intentional damage, theft, excessive cleaning, or any damage or flea infestation caused by pet.

6. CLEANING FEE - For each reservation, guest will pay a cleaning fee. The cleaning fee includes standard housekeeping services to clean property after guest(s) check out as well as draining, cleaning and re-filling the hot tub. Extra cleaning fees may apply for excessive cleaning or if #29 Checkout Procedures are not followed.

7. CANCELLATION - A $100.00 administration fee is assessed for all cancellations. However, if Guest(s) cancel less than fourteen (14) days prior to their arrival date,  the entire advance payment will be forfeited. No Cash Refunds Are Given!

8. RESERVATION CHANGE FEE - All reservations that need date and/or property changes are subject to a non-refundable A 30.00 rescheduling fee per change. Changes must be made by Guest fourteen (14) days prior to the arrival date. Agent may approve changes to reservation (13) thirteen days or less at the Agent's discretion. 

9. NO SHOW POLICY - The total amount of the reservation will be charged.

10. RETURNED CHECKS - A $50.00 service charge will be incurred for any returned checks.

11. CUSTOMER SERVICE - After your reservation has been made, if you have any questions about your reservation, we will be pleased to answer them for you on our customer service number: 706-276-4448.

12. CONFIRMATION - Confirmation of the reservation will be e-mailed to Guest(s) upon receipt of the reservation advance payment. Please read the confirmation for accuracy of dates, mailing address, number of adults and/or children and accommodations. Any errors must be directed to our office within seven days. Pay close attention to the number of persons (Adults/Children) on the confirmation and lease! Occupancy is limited to REGISTERED GUESTS ONLY. Absolutely no overnight visitors are allowed. In the event this occurs your security deposit and rent will be forfeited and you will be asked to vacate the property.

13. ADDITIONAL GUESTS (More than the lease states) - Additional guests and visitors must be pre-approved by Agent(s) in advance. (Each child counts as one guest). For approved additional guests (4 years or older), you will be charged $10.00 (Ten U.S. Dollars) per night per guest. IF YOU BRING IN EXTRA GUESTS OR VISITORS WITHOUT PRIOR APPROVAL, GUEST (S) WILL BE ASKED TO VACATE THE PROPERTY, GUEST (S) SECURITY DEPOSIT AND RENT WILL BE FORFEITED!

14. KEYS - All keys must be returned to office at time of Check-Out. Guest(s) are issued one set of keys at check-in. As these are privately owned properties, Guest(s) are responsible for lost-keys. The property must be re-keyed in the event that keys are lost, misplace, or non-returned keys. The Guest(s) will be responsible for cost of this procedure.

15. LOCKOUT POLICY - In the event a Guest(s) is locked out of a property, the Guest(s) can borrow a key by coming to the office. After business hours, the Guest(s) must call Agent(s) at 706-889-5635. An agent will meet the Guest(s) at the office. A charge of $50 is payable for obtaining the key after business hours (If there is an agent in the office after hours there is no charge). If an agent is not available for late hour calls after 11 PM. A locksmith will be required. The Guest(s) will be responsible for cost of this procedure.

16. SATELLITE/CABLE TELEVISION - All properties are privately owned and have different subscription packages for cable and/or satellite. Agent(s) does not guarantee any programs or events, Guest(s) are liable for ordering any pay per view, and programming charges.

17. PHONE CALLS - All properties are equipped with a telephone; Guests agree to make all long distance calls with a calling card. 

18. FIREPLACES - Wood burning and gas log fireplaces are seasonal and are not operational from May 15th thru September 25th! Guest(s) are not to rearrange logs or attempt to burn paper or any other objects in gas log fireplaces. This is not only a safety hazard but will damage the gas logs.  If the guest burns anything in the gas log fireplace there will be a $250.00 fee applied to their credit card.

19. FIREWOOD – Rental properties are provided with an initial supply of firewood for wood burning fireplaces only. Firewood is not provided for use in outdoor fire rings.

20. SMOKING - Smoking is not permitted inside. Outside smoking is permitted but please do not litter. Failure to obey this rule will result in an additional cleaning fee charged to the Guest(s) credit card.

21. ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES - No drinking of alcoholic beverages by persons under the legal age of twenty-one (21) is allowed. Should a Guest(s) or guest of Guest(s) be arrested for underage drinking at the rental unit property or should Agent(s) observe a Guest(s) or guest of Guest(s) under the age of 21 drinking alcoholic beverages, this rental agreement may be terminated and the Guests evicted at the option of the Agent(s). Illegal drug use is strictly prohibited. Kegs are not permitted on any property.

22. PETS (DOGS ONLY) - You acknowledge that NO PETS are allowed in or on the premises unless Agent(s) has expressly authorized such use. Some homes allow pets (DOGS ONLY). The pet fee is $15.00 per night/per pet (DOGS ONLY). Pet limits vary by house. Our No Pet homes do not allow pets anywhere on or about the premises. IMPORTANT: IF YOU HAVE A DOG AND IT IS NOT LISTED ON THE LEASE THE UNAUTHORIZED OCCUPANCY OF PETS WHERE PROHIBITED WILL RESULT IN IMMEDIATE EVICTION AND LOSS OF ALL RENTS! Prior permission must be granted. Specific rules must be followed. An additional pet deposit may be required. PETS ARE NOT ALLOWED ON FURNITURE OR BEDDING.

23. HOMES ~ FURNISHINGS ~ EQUIPMENT ~ ETC. - All cabins are privately owned property furnished and equipped by its OWNER. As such, Agent(s) cannot make any changes to the furnishings or equipment provided by the owner. If Guest(s) requires special appliances or equipment, please bring them with you. Decor, style, and color will vary. Furnishings are subject to change without notice. Under NO circumstances are furniture, bedding, mattress pads, utensils or any other property supplied with the rental property to be taken out or transfered from one property to another (will result in a charge against Guest(s) credit card. Moving of furniture is prohibited! Any evidence of such or evidence of removing furnishings supplied with the property as well as damage to the property or furnishings in excess of normal wear and tear will result in a charge against Guest(s) credit card. Certain areas in each rental property are locked for the OWNERS personal storage and are not included in this rental.

24. LINEN - A basic supply of linen is provided in each property. Bed linen and bath towels are not changed during your stay, unless you request before your arrival, an additional midstay clean. There is an extra charge for this service. There is a startup supply of bath soap, toilet tissue, trash bags, dish soap, and dishwasher packets which are not replenished unless Guest(s) requests a mid-stay cleaning.

25. LISTINGS & PRICING - Information regarding individual listings is believed accurate but cannot be guaranteed. We have made every effort to ensure that all the information on Agent(s) website is current and accurate. The possibility of errors and omissions exists. We will be happy to confirm all data contained herein or answer any questions you may have prior to booking your reservation. Rates, furnishings, fees, and taxes are subject to change without notice.  Rates for weekly stays are shown on our website at tgifcabins.com are based on a party of 4 and include one "FREE NIGHT".  Rates do not include tax and are subject to change. Rates for holidays, special events, and weekends may be higher.  Most of our properties can be rented with a two-night minimum year round. Minimum night requirements may vary for holidays & special events.

26. DOUBLE BOOKINGS - Double bookings are rare. In the event that Guest(s) reservation for the rental property overlaps or matches the reservation of another tenant, Agent(s) reserves the right to relocate Guest(s) to a different rental property within the Agent’s rental program or that of another company. Every effort will be made to ensure that the replacement property is reasonably comparable to the original rental property booked. Agent(s) shall have the sole right to select such replacement rental property. Agent agrees to pay any additional charges due in excess of the rental amount for the rental property, and refund any amounts paid by Guest(s) in excess of the replacement property rental amount. Guest(s) will have the option to (1) accept the replacement property or (2) reject the replacement property and receive a refund of all rents and fees paid for the rental property. Guest(s) agree that Guest(s) choice between these alternatives will be Guest(s) sole remedy for any and all damages, liability, or inconvenience arising out of the double booking.

27. CLEANING REQUIREMENTS – Guest(s) are required to leave the property in the same general condition it was when Guest(s) arrived. Dishes should be cleaned,  but beds do not need to be made. Agent(s) will dust, vacuum, sanitize, and clean all towels and linens upon your departure. If additional cleaning is required, appropriate charges will be deducted from your credit card. Guest(s) is responsible for any damage, abuse, excessive cleanup requirements, or loss caused by any member of Guest(s) party to the property or its contents during Guest(s) occupancy. Inspectors walk through each property after checkout to ensure the property is left in good order. Agent(s) will make that final determination of the necessity of any charges to Guest(s). Maid service and other cleaning arrangements during your stay are available for an additional charge.

28. HOT TUB - Hot Tubs have been cleaned prior to your arrival. There will be a $35.00 charge if guest(s) require an additional cleaning of the Hot Tub during Guest(s) stay. Children under the age of 10 years are not permitted in hot tubs. 

29. CHECK OUT PROCEDURES - The following items must be complied with before check out or the Guest(s) credit card will be charged:
(a). Dishes, Pots, Pans, Silverware, and Utensils must be washed and dried and the stove/oven shall be left in a clean condition.
(b). Refrigerator should be left clean and free of food.
(c). Windows and doors must be left closed and locked with the air conditioner on 78 degrees or heat on 55 degrees depending on the outside temperature.
(d). All trash put in outside garbage cans when applicable.
(e). All litter, cigarette butts and pet waste must be picked up from the yard, front and back, and placed in the outside garbage cans tied securely in trash bags.
(f). Property should be left neat and in the same general condition it was when the Guest(s) arrived.

30. REPAIRS ~ SERVICE CALLS~ REFUNDS – Agent(s) cannot guarantee against mechanical failure of heating, air conditioning, Hot Tubs, Televisions, Satellite Receivers, VCRs, or other appliances. Please report any inoperative equipment to our office immediately. Agent will make every reasonable effort to have repairs done quickly and efficiently or move Guest(s) to a different property if possible. Should a repairperson make a call to a unit and find that the equipment is in working order and the problem was due to the Guest(s) oversight or neglect, the charge for service will be the Guest(s) responsibility. No refunds or rent reductions will be made due to failure of appliances or equipment. All maintenance requests must be reported to the office between 10 AM and 5 PM. Guest(s) understands and agrees that Agent(s) may enter the rental property at any time for the purpose of making needed repairs. Construction of new accommodations and attractions does occur in resort areas. Refunds or rate adjustments are not made for any inconvenience due to construction, road repair, etc. Please DO NOT ask for refunds. ~ No refunds for early departures (less days than reserved) ~ No refunds will be given for delayed arrival ~ No refunds for reducing the number of nights reserved with less than 7 days notice ~ No refunds or reschedules due to inclement weather.

31. TERMINATION BY OWNER/SUBSTITUTIONS – Agent(s) strives to comply with all reservation requests for specific vacation properties. However, due to ownership changes, properties being removed from rental use, mechanical problems, or other unforeseen circumstances, Agent(s) cannot absolutely guarantee a specific rental property. Agent(s) reserve the right to change assignments without notice or liability should the unit or property become unavailable. When comparable accommodations are not available, Guest(s) will have the option of selecting from available properties at the published rate or receiving a complete refund of their reservation deposit. 

32. VACATION HOME UNDER CONSTRUCTION - If Guest(s) have selected a Cabin's property, which is under construction, and the Cabin's property is not completed prior to Guest(s) Arrival Date, Agent(s) will use its commercially reasonable efforts to arrange for comparable accommodations at similar rents. If comparable accommodations at similar rents are not available, neither Agent(s) nor Owner will be liable to Guest(s) beyond the obligation to refund to Guest(s) all payments made by Guest(s).

33. ACTS OF GOD/CONSTRUCTION NOISE - Neither Owner nor Agent(s) shall be liable for events beyond their control which may interfere with Guest(s) occupancy, including but not limited to acts of God, acts of governmental agencies, fire, strikes, war, inclement weather and construction noise from nearby sites. NO REBATE OR REFUND will be offered in these circumstances.

34. HOUSE PARTIES – ARE NOT ALLOWED! Rental Guest understands that Agent(s) will accept families, married couples, and responsible adults over the age of 23 ONLY. Guest(s) agree that more than the number of people stated on the lease shall not occupy the premises. If the rental property is occupied by more than the number of people stated, it will result in loss of total rent and or additional charge to Guest(s) credit card. Occupancy in use of premises shall not be such as to disturb or offend neighbors. The use of firearms, or fireworks is strictly prohibited. Guest(s) certify that they have read carefully the limitations placed on the number of persons permitted to occupy the premises, and agree to abide by such limitations: if not, Guest(s) will be asked to vacate the property which will result in loss of total rental and security deposits with no refund.

35. RIGHT OF ENTRY - Guest(s) agree that the Agent(s) reserves the right to enter the rental property anytime to investigate disturbances, check occupancy, check for damage, to make such repairs, alterations or improvements thereto as Agent(s) may deem appropriate, or to show property to prospective purchasers or guests.

36. EXPEDITED EVICTION - A material breach of this Agreement by Guest(s), which, in the sole determination of the Agent, results in damage to the premises, personal injury to Guest(s) or others, a breach of the peace, a nuisance to others, or a violation of criminal law or local code, shall be grounds for termination of Guest(s) tenancy. Violation of any of the rules contained here in will result in IMMEDIATE EVICTION and forfeiture of rent and security deposit. If the tenancy created hereunder is for 30 days or less, the expedited eviction procedures set forth in the Cabins Act will apply. Guest(s) may be evicted under such procedures if Guest(s): (i) hold over in possession after Guest(s) tenancy has expired; (ii) commit a material breach of any provision of this Agreement that according to its terms would result in the termination of Guest(s) tenancy; (iii) fail to pay rent as required by this Agreement, or (iv) have obtained possession of the Premises by fraud or misrepresentation. Any reservation made under false pretenses will result in forfeiture of advance payments and the party will not be permitted to check-in.

37. INDEMNIFICATION AND HOLD HARMLESS – Guest(s) agree to indemnify and save harmless the Owner and Agent(s) for any liabilities, theft, damage, cost or expense whatsoever arising from or related to any claim or litigation which may arise out of or in connection with Guest(s) use and occupancy of the rental property including but not limited to any claim or liability for personal injury or damage or theft of property which is made, incurred or sustained by Guest(s). The terms “Agent(s)” and “Owner” as used in this Agreement shall include their heirs, successors in interest, assigns, employees, agents, and representatives where the context requires or permits. The terms “Guest(s),” “You,” and “Your” as used in this Agreement shall include Guest(s) heirs, successors, assigns, guests, invitees, representatives and other persons on the rental property during Guest(s) occupancy (without regard to whether such persons have authority under this Agreement to be upon the rental property), where the context requires or permits.

38. DISPUTES - This Agreement shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of Georgia, and shall be treated as though it were executed in the County of Gilmer, State of Georgia. Any action relating to this Agreement shall be instituted and prosecuted only in the Gilmer County Superior Court, Georgia. Guest(s) specifically consent to such jurisdiction and to extraterritorial service of process.

39. TGIF CABINS.COM . RESERVES THE RIGHT TO REFUSE SERVICE TO ANYONE - All rental properties are leased without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin or handicap.

40. VIOLATING AGREEMENT- If Guest(s) violates any of the conditions of this Agreement; Agent(s) may terminate this Agreement and enter premises immediately and forfeit all rents. 

41. CREDIT CARD - I am providing my credit card number as a guarantee. I agree to pay all rent and/or any outstanding long distance phone charges, accept all terms of the lease agreement and accept all liability for any damage beyond normal wear and tear during the term of my lease with TGIF CABINS.COM.  If I fail to do so, I understand that these costs will be charged to my credit card and all credit card sales are final!

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