Rental Terms & Conditions

La Siesta Reservation Rental Terms and Conditions   

TENANT MUST BE AT LEAST 25 YEARS OF AGE TO RENT A UNIT

These are the rental terms and conditions of the La Siesta Condominium Association, Inc. for the rental of a unit within La Siesta, a Condominium. The minimum rental period is 7 nights. The primary rental occupant is a “Tenant” per Condominium Declarations. The minimum Tenant age is 25 years old and strictly enforced. A government issued photo ID displaying the Tenant’s age and address must be provided upon request and is required to check in. If the Tenant is unable to provide identification matching the reservation, check in will not be allowed and the reservation cancelled with all monies paid forfeited. Tenant must occupy the unit for the rental term

The Tenant may reserve one (1) condominium unit. Requests for more than one unit per Tenant is considered a group reservation and the request must be directed to the La Siesta rental office for review and approval.

Any money received by La Siesta from the Tenant for occupancy of this vacation property shall be deemed the Tenant’s acceptance of these terms and conditions. It is the responsibility of the Tenant to be familiar with La Siesta rental terms and conditions.

Reservation/Payment: A $300.00 Security deposit is due on the reservation at the time of booking to place a temporary hold on a unit. A $55.00 credit card processing fee is also due. The reservation will be confirmed when Tenant provides the required payment ($355.00 total). All balance due monies for payment of rent, applicable taxes and cleaning must be received no later than sixty (60) calendar days prior to arrivals, if a unit is reserved less than sixty (60) calendar days prior to arrival, all monies on the rental are due at the time the reservation is made. If the above is not followed, La Siesta reserves the right to cancel the reservation. All rates are subject to change without notice.

Damage Withholding: The Security Deposit of the guest shall be held by the Agent upon check-in to compensate the unit owner for (a) damage to or loss of furnishings, personal property or equipment within the unit; (b) extra cleaning in the unit at time of departure as a result of the Tenant’s actions or inactions; excessive soil to the carpets; paint touch up due to damaged or marked walls; or missing or damaged linen items; (c) unauthorized or. Excessive utility charges: (d) other services provided by the Agent or its assigns; and/or to compensate the Agent for damage to the condominium property, within thirty (30) calendar days of the Tenant vacating the unit or termination of this Agreement.

Occupancy and Rental Term Limit: The Tenant agrees that no more than four (4) persons shall use and occupy a 1-bedroom unit and that no more than six (6) persons shall use and occupy a 2-bedroom unit. Maximum Occupancy and maximum Rental Term may be further limited during holiday or high season periods as determined by the La Siesta Board of Directors. During December: No more than 4 adults may occupy a unit for more than 7 nights, the primary renter of a group of 4 adults must be 25 years old and occupy the unit at all times. Photo ID’s of all occupants in a group of 4 adults are required at time of booking and must match each occupant at tie of check-in or unit entry will not be permitted,

Rules: Tenant and Tenant’s Guests Responsibilities and Restrictions:

The following behavior and/or activity is strictly prohibited and may result in the immediate suspension of occupancy rights and ejection, per Florida Statue 509.141, Refusal of admission and ejection of undesirable guests (Tenants).

Any Tenant reserving or checking into a unit and subsequently allowing anyone under the age of 25 years old to remain occupying and using the unit outside of the immediate supervision of the registered Tenant for a period greater than four (4) consecutive hours.

Any person whose conduct on the Condominium property displays intoxication, profanity, lewdness, or brawling; who indulges in language or conduct such as to disturb the peace or comfort of other Tenants or resident; who engages in illegal or disorderly conduct; who illegally possesses or deals in controlled substances as defined in Chapter 893, Florida Statutes; or whose conduct constitutes a nuisance. Further, any person in violation of the Sarasota County Air and sound Control Code, Article 1 Section 54-118. Specifically, noise regulations after 10:00pm. including audio sound from music, televisions and loud voices which can be heard outside of the unit or in common areas.

Any Tenant hosting a house party of eight (8) or more persons within a single unit

Smoking or vaping tobacco or any substance in rental units, including unit lanais, the pool area, clubhouse, all common areas, hallways, and walkways, unless as posted in designated areas of the parking lot

Tenant Vehicle Restrictions: Not Permitted: Vehicles greater than 18 feet in total length (including storage extensions), unless previously approved through the rental office and for the purpose of transportation for a group reservation, trucks with diesel engines, commercial vehicles (defined as having commercial lettering or containing commercial equipment), boats, trailers, campers, recreational vehicles of any size, motor homes, electric or gas motorized golf carts, electric or gas motorized scooters, electric or gas motorized bicycles, three wheel motorized vehicles, motorized mini bikes and mopeds, roller blades, skate boards, hover boards and motorcycles may not be parked or operated on property.

Tenant shall notify rental office when Tenant intends to leave the unit vacant for a period of seventy -two (72) consecutive hours or more, in order for the rental office to ensure the security and safety of the unit.

Refunds: No refunds will be granted for inclement weather or acts of nature. There are no refunds for early departures.

Substitution: In the event that an owner of a unit elects to occupy his unit during the time period for which Tenant has placed a reservation or elects to remove his unit from the rental program, the Agent will provide comparable accommodations or refund the balance of unused rent at the option of the Tenant.

Check-In / Check-Out: Check-In time is after 4:00 PM EST on the reservation beginning date. Upon arrival, please proceed to the Condominium rental office inside the clubhouse to check in and receive your unit key and parking pass. Please call the office (noted below) during business hours for instruction on how to obtain your key and parking pass if your arrival is after business hours. Check-Out is 10:00 AM EST without exception. Tenant and any family member, invitee or Tenant of Tenant, must vacate the unit and return the keys to the unit to the rental office not later than 10:00 am EST. Failure to check-out on time may result in a late fee and reduction of security deposit refund. .

Office Hours and Telephone Number: Office hours are Monday through Saturday from 9:00AM EST to 4:30PM EST. Telephone number 1-941-349-6454, or 1-877-635-1215, toll free North America. The after-hours emergency service number is 941-346-3333 and is posted on the bulletin board outside the clubhouse

Arrival: Upon arrival, the Tenant shall immediately inspect unit and notify the rental office of any missing or inoperative furnishings or equipment or any weak or unsafe conditions which may result in injury. Occupancy by Tenant shall be conclusive evidence that the unit is in satisfactory condition and acceptable to Tenant. During Tenant’s stay, Tenant shall promptly report any problems with the unit or its furnishings the rental office, so that the reported condition may be addressed and corrected as needed.

Keys: Two (2) sets of unit keys are issued at arrival check-in. There will be a $75.00 charge assessed against the security deposit for each set of unit keys not returned to the rental office or not left in the lock box outside the rental office.

Unit Amenities: The unit includes furnishings required for normal living conditions, a reasonable supply of linens and towels, a reasonable supply of dinnerware, silverware, glassware, and cooking utensils. Kitchens are furnished with oven/stove, refrigerator, sink, dishwasher, garbage disposal, microwave, and cabinet storage. The unit includes combination dining and living room arrangements, central air conditioning, screened patios, basic cable TV and telephone service. The following items are not provided: paper products, trash bags, dish or laundry soaps or any other day to day consumable living or cleaning products. Laundry facilities are operated by credit card and are located on the 2nd, 3rd, and 4th floor common areas.

Repairs: La Siesta makes every effort to ensure that the unit is kept in good working order at all times but cannot guarantee against every possible equipment, furnishing or appliance malfunction. Should a failure occur that is promptly reported to the rental office Agent during Tenant’s use and occupancy of the unit, the rental office Agent shall make reasonable efforts to repair or replace the equipment, furnishing or appliance that is not functioning. There will be no refund given due to malfunction or failure of any unit equipment, furnishings or appliances including air conditioning.

Locked Closets Or Cabinets: The owner of the unit may have personal property locked in an area of a closet or cabinet.

Locked areas are not included in the unit rental and are not to be tampered with.

Cleaning: The unit will be clean upon arrival. Bed linens, towels and dishes will have been washed. At departure, the Tenant shall leave the unit in generally as clean of condition as the unit was in upon arrival. The Tenants is responsible for daily cleaning of the unit during the Tenants use and occupancy. Should the Tenant leave the unit in an unreasonably dirty condition, the Tenant’s security deposit may be reduced or not refunded. Charges will be assessed for dirty dishes and additional cleaning at a rate of ($100.00) per hour.

Pets and Animals: Pets are NOT permitted within the Condominium. No Tenant or family member, invitee or Tenant of a Tenant may bring a pet onto, or house or harbor a pet within, the Condominium property. A tenant/guest that intend to have an Emotional Support or Service Animal on property must provide notice and required medical documentation per Florida Statue SB 1084 (ESM’s) or 413.08 (SA’s) to the Association at time of reserving dates.

Liability: Neither La Siesta, nor its employees or agents or the owner of the unit shall be liable for any damages or injury to the Tenant, or a family member, invitee, or Tenant of the Tenant, for damage to any person or property occurring within the unit or the Condominium property and the Tenant agrees to indemnify, defend and hold La Siesta, its employees or agents and the owner of the unit harmless for any claims for damages, no matter how caused. La Siesta will not be held responsible for acts of theft, vandalism or other damage to Tenants’ personal property or vehicle

Agency: The Tenant acknowledges and agrees that La Siesta Condominium is serving as the rental agent for the owner of the unit.

Lockouts: In the event that the Tenant, or a family member, invitee or Tenant of the Tenant, accidentally or intentionally locks Tenant, or a family member, invitee or Tenant of the Tenant, out of the unit outside of normal office hours the Tenant agrees to pay a $50.00 charge, which will be assessed against the security deposit, in order for the rental office to supply keys to unlock the unit.

After Hours Calls: After normal office hours, maintenance service is available for emergency situations only, i.e. plumbing leaks, power failure etc. Should maintenance services respond to a situation that is deemed to be a non-emergency there will be a charge of $15.00 per call assessed against the security deposit. The after-hours emergency service number is 941-346-3333 and is posted on the bulletin board outside the clubhouse

Disclaimer: The Tenant agrees to be responsible for any damage to the unit, dwelling, furnishings, grounds or common area which occur through acts or negligence of or by the Tenant, or a family member, invitee or Tenant of the Tenant. The Tenant agrees to surrender and vacate the unit at the time and date specified in the same condition as it was when the Tenant took possession; except for reasonable wear, act of God, and/or causes over which the Tenant has no control. If the unit is not left in satisfactory condition, the cost for repair and restoration to satisfactory condition, will be deducted from the tenants Security Deposit.

At the time of reservation confirmation the Tenant certifies that he/she has read carefully and understands and accepts the limitations and obligations as set forth in these terms and conditions.

CANCELLATION POLICY: * All cancellations must be submitted in writing via email or mail 60 days prior to arrival. Reservation cancellations prior to 60 days before arrival: – A $55.00 administration fee will be charged against your reservation/security deposit, any rental fee and taxes paid in advance will be refunded. ** Reservation cancellations with less than 60 days to arrival: – A $55.00 administration fee will be charged against your reservation/security deposit. All advanced rent monies of the reservation will be held for forfeiture to the owner. The amount of forfeiture will be calculated by the number of days the unit was not re-rented during the full number of days of your original reservation, and any costs incurred or paid by La Siesta resulting from the reservation. Should the unit be re-rented for full number of days of the original reservation, all advanced rent monies of your reservation will be returned less incurred costs.

Accepted payment methods: Checks*, debit cards, Visa, MasterCard and Discover Card

*Make checks payable to: La Siesta Condominium Assn., Inc. and mail to: 909 Beach Road Sarasota, FL 34242

La Siesta Condominium Rental Policy Rules

Applies to all unit rentals regardless of ownership, program participation, and reservation source

Reservations/Booking

  • The Association requires primary “Tenant” reservation to be a minimum age of 25 years old and shall be strictly enforced.
  • A government issued photo ID displaying the Tenant’s age and address must be provided upon request and is required to check in to the unit. If the Tenant is unable to provide identification showing age and address that matches the reservation, check-in will not be allowed the reservation canceled and all monies paid forfeited. Upon request Tenant must also provide a working cell phone number where the Tenant can be immediately reached.
  • The Tenant may reserve one (1) condominium unit. Requests for more than one unit per. Tenant is considered a group reservation and the request must be directed to the La Siesta rental office for review and approval

Tenant and Guest Behavior Responsibilities: The following behavior and/or activity is strictly prohibited and may result in the immediate suspension of use and occupancy rights, per Florida Statue 509.141. Refusal of admission and ejection of undesirable guests (Tenants)

  • Any Tenant reserving or checking into a unit and subsequently allowing anyone under the age of 25 years old to remain occupying and using the unit outside of the immediate supervision of the registered Tenant for a period greater than four (4) consecutive hours.
  • Any person whose conduct on the Condominium property displays intoxication, profanity, lewdness, or brawling; who indulges in language or conduct such as to disturb the peace or comfort of other guests or resident; who engages in illegal or disorderly conduct; who illegally possesses or deals in controlled substances as defined in Chapter 893, Florida Statutes; or whose conduct constitutes a nuisance. Further, any person in violation of the Sarasota County Air and Sound Control Code, Article V, Section 54-118.
  • Audio sound including music, televisions and loud voices which can be heard outside of the unit or in common areas
  • Placing towels, baths suits or laundry on any railing. Leaving carts or beach equipment in a walkway
  • Tenant hosting a house party of eight (8) or more persons within a single unit
  • Smoking or vaping tobacco or any substance in rental units, including unit lanais, the pool area, clubhouse, all common areas, hallways and walkways, unless as posted in designated areas of the parking lot

Vacating Requirement: Tenant shall notify rental office if Tenant intends to leave the unit vacant for a period of seventy-two (72) consecutive hours or more. Failure to do so may result in Tenant liability for the unit. Any monies received from the Tenant for rental occupancy of a vacation unit shall be deemed the Tenant’s acceptance of the La Siesta Rental Terms and Rental Policy Rules. It is the responsibility of the Tenant to understand and comply with all La Siesta rental terms and policy rules

Acknowledged by Tenant: _________________________________________________

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