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Beach Real Estate Hurricane Ike
Sorry for anyone trying to
reach me by telephone or e-mail since Ike destroyed the Bolivar peninsula.
My office was flooded to the ceiling. This includes all of my office
equipment, files, and my reservation system software. In case you've
been wondering about next summer's rentals, the only houses still standing are
Glad Tidings, Pelican's Landing, and Talk A' Bot. An armada of trucks and heavy
equipment have begun debris collection and utilities are being restored.
Reservation deposits: I have no records of whom I owe deposits too except
names--but no addresses. I can be reached on my cell phone at 409 739-5280 or by
e-mail at buster.2u@hotmail.com. Please note the dot at the end of buster and be
sure to include it in my email address.
Accessibility: As of November 12, both the bridge at Rollover pass
and the ferries are now open for public access to the peninsula. The curfew is
now 10PM to 6AM.
Buster
Martin & Associates
Beach Properties PO Box 1919 Crystal Beach, Texas 77650 409 684-0077 buster2u@camtel.net
Thank you for inquiring about
our fine vacation rental properties in Crystal Beach. Our goal is to make your
vacation as care-free and relaxing as possible by ensuring that all of our homes
are spiffy clean, functional, well equipped and cool for your arrival. Children are welcome, and some
homes offer handicap access. If you have any questions, or would like to inquire
about availability or previewing, we welcome your call.
Please enjoy a tour of our Web site,
where you will find detailed information on our fine vacation rental properties
and both interior and exterior full-color photos of each house.
All information is provided
as a courtesy and subject to change at anytime without notice.
It is the User's responsibility to independently verify the accuracy of
information contained herein.
Broker is not responsible or liable for changes in conditions, furnishings,
omissions and/or errors.
May 22, 2006 - September 7, 2006
All dates not included in summer season
NOTE: New Year's holiday is at summer rates.
Availability: Summer season
vacation rentals are available by the week. Weekends are available only when
they do not interfere with weekly rentals. Winter season vacation rentals are
available by the weekend or week. Some rentals may be available by the month
during the Winter Season.
Weekly Rentals: Weekly rentals
begin on Monday at 12 Noon and end on Sunday at 4 PM OR begin on Friday at 12
Noon and end on Thursday at 4 PM.
Weekend Rentals: Weekend rentals during the Summer Season are only
available, when they DO NOT interfere with the weekly rentals. Because our weeks
can begin on two separate days of the week, this sometimes causes a weekend gap
in the weekly rentals and this is how weekend rentals become available. Weekend rentals: begin on Friday at 12 Noon
and end on Sunday at 4 PM. Summer season rentals not rented for the week become available for
weekend rental on the Monday before. Middle of the Week Specials: begin on Monday at 12
Noon and end on Thursday at 4 PM at the weekend rate when available.
Rates and Amenities: Rental rates
listed in our brochure include rent and state occupancy tax (Hotel/Motel).
Occupancy tax is subject to change without notice. While we make every effort to
publish accurate rates and rental amenities, we cannot be held liable for
errors/omissions in publication. Buster Martin & Associates is not liable for
owner changes in house furnishings or the condition of house furnishings.
Office Hours: Our office is located
10.5 miles from the ferry landing on the right, or 9.5 miles from Rollover Pass
on the left. We are open all year Monday through Sunday from 9 AM until 5 PM,
unless otherwise noted. We are closed New Year’s Day, Easter, Thanksgiving and
Christmas holidays. Telephones will be answered for rental emergencies and
arrangements will be made for holiday check-ins. All recorded messages will be
returned promptly and courteously.
Use of Property: Our vacation
rental properties are for adults only. No rentals to persons under 26 years of
age. All rentals will be at the discretion of Buster Martin & Associates. No
spring break, prom, graduation groups, chaperoned or not, will be permitted. Keys
will not be released to any person under 26 years of age. Sorry, no exceptions.
Furnishings: All vacation rental
homes are completely equipped to accommodate the same number of guests they
sleep. They include coffee makers, refrigerators, microwaves, dishes, cookware,
utensils, BBQ grills, central air and heat, basic cable or satellite, local
telephone service, deck furniture, pillows, towels, kitchen linens, washers and
dryers and basic cleaning products. Items not furnished which may be bought
locally include paper towels, toilet paper, plastic garbage bags, bath soap,
laundry soap, dish soap, dishwasher soap, beach towels/chairs/toys, charcoal and lighter
fluid.
Occupancy: Occupancy is to be
limited to the designated capacity (including adults and children) as described
in the rental brochure for each specific home. Sorry, but we cannot permit
overcrowding, out-of-control parties, or unlawful acts. In the event these
actions occur, all parties will be asked to vacate with no refund of rental or
damage deposit monies.
Security: Tenant assumes full
responsibility for their rental property and it’s contents. Tenant is also
responsible for their personal property, including automobiles. Always lock
doors and windows when you leave your house.
Making a Reservation: When you make
a reservation by telephone, it is entered into our computerized reservation
system. A reservation deposit is due within seven days from that date. If your
deposit isn’t received within seven days, your reservation will be canceled without
further notice. Upon receipt of your deposit, you will be sent a rental
confirmation. If you don’t receive a printed confirmation, this means your
reservation is not confirmed. Please call us immediately if there is any doubt.
Reservation Deposits: Reservation
deposits are deposited into an escrow account. They are non-refundable and
non-transferable unless we are able to re-rent the vacation rental for your
designated time. A processing fee of $25 will be deducted from your reservation
deposit for all cancellations. Any requests for refunds or transfers of deposits
must be submitted in writing in the U.S. Mail. For your own protection, phone
calls, including a fax, will not be accepted. Upon your arrival, your
reservation deposit will be applied as your damage deposit. Your damage deposit
will be refunded within seven business days of your departure assuming there are no
damages, no missing linens or other items, and the vacation rental property is left clean. You will be notified in
writing of any damage charges.
Reservation Conflicts: The owners
of the Rental Property and Buster Martin & Associates will use their best
efforts to avoid reservation conflicts. However, if through error, or omission,
the owner or other tenants are occupying the Rental Property or the Rental
Property is otherwise unavailable for any reason, and if alternative
accommodations of similar quality and price range are available when error is
discovered, such accommodations will be provided to Tenants at a rate within the
price range previously quoted to Tenant. Tenant, as his/her sole remedy, has the
right to accept such alternative accommodations or cancel the reservation and
receive a full refund of the Deposit. In no case will Tenant be permitted to
demand removal of those occupying the Rental Property.
Rental Balances: The balance of
rent is due upon check-in at our office. Acceptable payment includes credit
cards, in-state
(Texas banks) personal checks, traveler’s checks, money orders, cash and
credit cards..
Sorry, but we cannot accept multiple payments at the time of check-in; and
corporate credit cards are not accepted. You will
also be asked to sign a vacation rental lease agreement at this time. If
you’re planning to check in late, you’ll need to make arrangements for
payment and lease agreement with our office.
Pets: Pets under 25 pounds are
allowed in some homes for an additional $75 fee and must be so stated at time of
reservation. Non-compliance is grounds for immediate eviction without refunds of
rental and deposit monies.
Hurricane Policy: In
the event of a "Voluntary Evacuation", the rent will be pro-rated
until the time of such evacuation and the balance refunded. Should a hurricane
occur prior to your arrival and the house is damaged or unsafe, all monies paid
will be refunded. If you house is not damaged, there will be no refunds.
Check In: Check-in time is 12 Noon.
We are in our office until 5 PM. If you plan to arrive after 5 PM, please call
our office at least 24 hours in advance to make arrangements for late check-in.
If you do not make arrangements for a late check-in, a $50 fee will be deducted
from your damage deposit.
Damages: You will be responsible
for all damages to the vacation rental property and its contents. All costs
associated with repairs, clean-up or replacement of contents shall be deducted
from the damage deposit. In the event the damage deposit does not cover the cost
of repairs or replacements, you will pay cost within fifteen (15) days of
receipt of notice of cost. A fee of $50 will be deducted from damage deposit in
the event furniture in the vacation rental property has been moved and not
returned to it’s original location.
Check Out: Check-out is 4 PM. If
you check out late, you will be charged a fee of $50 per hour until the keys are
returned to the office and the rental property is vacated. This fee will be
deducted from your damage deposit. You are responsible for leaving the house
clean and linens washed, dried and folded. Cleaning and/or linen fees will be
deducted from your damage deposit. Tenant is responsible for removing all
personal items from the property. Lost items will be stored for 10 days before
being donated.
Repairs and Maintenance: We try to
make sure repairs and maintenance are complete prior to your arrival. However,
there may be times when repairs have to be made while you are occupying the
property. We will try to schedule the repairs at a convenient time but we are
unable to make any guarantees. Service call fees and repairs fees resulting from
carelessness or abuse will be deducted from your damage deposit and a copy of
the repair bill will accompany your refund statement. No refunds will be given
for malfunctioning or missing equipment.
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