Rental Policies

1. Check-In / Check-Out Time

   Check-in begins at 4:00 PM (CST).  Check-out time is 10:00AM (CST).  Late check-outs require special arrangements, and they may be subject to an additional fee.  Refunds will not be given for late arrivals or early departures.

2. Advance Reservations and Rates

   We accept reservations up to one year in advance. We reserve the right to correct or adjust rates to the published rates at the time of the reservation in the event that they have been misquoted due to human and/or computer error.

3. Reservation Deposit

   A reservation deposit equal to 50% of the rental fee is due at the time of reservation. This deposit will be applied towards the total rent due. It is not a damage deposit.

4. Payment of Rent

   The balance of the rental fee is due 30 days prior to the Check-In date. For stays longer than 30 days the balance of the rental fee is due ninety (90) days prior to the Check-In date. We accept electronic checks and credit cards (Master Card, Visa, and Discover). Credit cards, however, are only accepted for short-term rentals (stays of less than 30 days).

5. Cancellations and Changes

   $75.00 of the reservation deposit will be applied as an administrative cancellation fee on all cancelled or shortened reservations. Except for the cancellation fee, you Reservation Deposit will be refunded if you notify the Rental Manager of your cancellation or shortening of your stay within the Cancellation Period. The Cancellation Period expires thirty (30) days prior to your original arrival date. If you do not cancel your reservation prior to the expiration of the Cancellation Period, you will forfeit your Reservation Total.

6. 6. Peace of Mind Protection Plan - Damage Waiver

   Included within your rental fee is coverage under our Peace of Mind Protection Plan. This waiver or 'peace of mind' coverage provides you and your guests with coverage for accidental damage that may take place at the property during your stay for up to a total of $3,000.00 in damages. The waiver or coverage only applies to accidental damages that are reported prior to checkout. Damages in excess of $3,000, as well as damages or losses excluded from or otherwise not covered by the waiver clause below, will be charged to the guest. The full terms of the Accidental Damage Protection Clause are attached, and fully incorporated herein as an express term of this rental agreement.

7. Accommodation Selections

   360 Blue appreciates that its luxury accommodations offer differ appointments, designs and layouts, and that reservation holders want the peace of mind that they will stay in the specific units they selected. Accordingly, we will reserve for you the specific unit selected at the time of your reservation upon the receipt of your deposit and signed contract. Subject to availability for maintenance, owner usage, or other issues that may render the accommodations unsuitable for rental, and/or subject to the property remaining as a 360 Blue accommodation at the time of the stay, guests will be placed in the specific unit set forth in their reservation agreement, or otherwise provided with a full refund or an opportunity to stay in an equivalently priced accommodation if available. Notwithstanding 360 Blues' efforts, if the specific unit reserved is unavailable for any reason, guests will be limited to a full refund or similar accommodation at their election. In no event will 360 Blue be responsible for any direct or indirect costs, expenses, fees or other consequential damages resulting from the unavailability of a specific accommodation.

8. No Pets

   Pets are not permitted in any 360 Blue accommodations. No exceptions will be made. Guests who violate this policy will be charged an additional $500, plus the expense of any necessary cleaning. Violations may also results in immediate eviction and forfeiture of rent.

9. No Smoking

   Smoking is not permitted in any 360 Blue accommodations. Guests who violate this policy will be charged an additional $500, plus the expense of any necessary cleaning. Violations may also results in immediate eviction and forfeiture of rent.

10. Minimum stay requirements

    Most of our properties require a minimum stay of three (3) nights. Longer stays may be required during peak seasons and holidays. One week minimum stays apply at some properties during peak and holiday periods, with Saturday arrival and Saturday departure.

11. Maximum Number of Guests

    The maximum number of guests per accommodation is based on the individual accommodation's ability to comfortably and safely house our guests. If the maximum occupancy is exceeded, you may be asked to vacate the property and forfeit any rental payments.

12. Age Requirements

    All of our vacation accommodations are family rentals only absent exception being explicitly granted by 360 Blue. No units will be rented to vacationing students or young adults (under 21) unaccompanied by a responsible parent or guardian at a ratio of five (5) children to one (1) adult over the age of 25. A parent or guardian must be staying in the unit at all times. Guests who violate this policy are subject to immediate eviction and forfeiture of all rental payments. In accordance with Florida State Statute 509.41, reservations made under false pretense are null and void and check-in will not be allowed or guests will be asked to vacate the accommodations. This policy includes reservations made by parents or guardians who do not check in, and/or who leave overnight during the length of the stay.

13. Housekeeping

    Your vacation accommodations will be cleaned to quality standards prior to your arrival and after your departure. You will be responsible for the cleaning of your unit during your stay and for leaving the unit in good condition at check-out. We respectfully request that you remember that you are staying in someone's home during your vacation; please treat it with the care you would your own. If units are found abnormally dirty at check-out, additional charges will be charged to your credit card to assist in performing a deep cleaning of the unit. Your unit should have plenty of initial supplies of trash liners, toilet paper, bath soap, towels etc…. Please let us know upon arrival if any additional items are needed. All stays will be subject to a cleaning fee. Additional cleanings can be arranged during your stay for an additional fee if you prefer.

14. Beach & Pool Towels

    Please bring beach and/or pool towels as we do not permit bath towels or linens to be taken from the unit except for laundering.

15. Maintenance

    During your stay, promptly report any maintenance problems to your Rental Manager. No refund or rate adjustment will be made for unforeseen failures such as the supply of electricity, water, pool filtration systems, air conditioning, telephone, television or cable service, appliances, etc.

16. Damage Policy

    Guests are responsible for the property, its contents, and themselves during occupancy. Guests must lock windows and doors securely when not in the premises. Rearranging the furniture or removing any items from the unit is prohibited. After Check-Out, the Rental Manager will inspect the unit for damage, missing items, and abnormally dirty appearance. If the Rental Manager determines that damage is present, items are missing, or the unit is abnormally dirty, the Rental Manager will repair the damage, replace the missing items, and/or perform a deep clean of the unit at Renter's expense. Renter authorizes Rental Manager to charge the credit card on file to reimburse the Rental Manager for any such expenses.

17. Hurricanes and Severe Weather

    We will refund the pro rata rental fees for guests staying in accommodations who leave because they are located within a Hurricane Warning Area set forth by the NOAA/National Hurricane Center. Please note that for rentals of more than one week, refunds will only be given for the days that the accommodations remain in the Hurricane Warning Area, or for days following the Hurricane during which the accommodations remain unusable or reasonably inaccessible as a result thereof. We will not refund rents or deposits for cancellations or early departures due to any other inclement weather.

18. Security of Personal Property

    We are not responsible for any acts of theft or vandalism, or other damages to any personal property or for personal items left by guest in the accommodation at departure.

19. No Subletting

    The rental property may not be sublet. Your reservation is not transferable to any other party.

20. Good Neighbor Policy

    Please remember you are staying in someone's home during your vacation. Please treat it with care and leave it in good condition at checkout.

21. Property Rules and Regulations

    Please observe all rules and regulations governing the use of the property you are occupying. These rules apply to both owners and guests, and failure to comply can result in eviction.

22. Golf Cart and Bike Liability

    By signing the Rental Agreement electronically and accepting the terms and conditions attached thereto, Guests who rent units that provide complementary Golf Carts and/or bikes further consent to the express terms, conditions and waivers set forth in the attached Golf Cart Waiver and Damage Addendum and Bike Waiver and Damage Addendum, the terms and conditions of which are expressly incorporated herein.

Peace of Mind Protection Plan - Accidental Damage Waiver

Guests of 360 Blue, LLC ("the Company") who have paid the non-refundable $69.00 Damage Waiver fee prior to checking in to a property ("the Property"), will not be obligated to pay the first $3,000 in damages, subject to the conditions and limitations set forth below. This accidental damage waiver is not insurance. It is a non-refundable, one-time charge per reservation that covers accidental damage reported by the guest prior to check-out for guests who have complied with the Rental Agreement. In exchange for the payment of the Damage Waiver fee and the execution of this Rental Agreement, which incorporates the terms of this limited waiver clause, the Company hereby waives the right to charge the guest for any reported damages to the Property that result from the guests' accidental or inadvertent acts or omissions during the duration of their stay for damages up to but not exceeding $3,000.

Guests will be responsible for any damages or losses in excess of $3,000, as well as any damages or losses excluded from the terms herein.

Conditions & Limitations

The Accidental Damage Protection clause has certain conditions, limitations and exclusions. This clause will not waive the guest's liability for damage to the Property resulting from:

1. Intentional acts or omissions, abuse or neglect by a guest or a guest's invitee. This includes any damages to the Property that could have been foreseen by a reasonable person including damages resulting in any additional cleaning and/or maintenance costs.

2. Gross negligence which, for the purposes of this Agreement, shall be defined as an act by a guest or a guest's invitee in reckless, willful or wanton disregard as to the consequences to the Property.

3. Any cause, if the guest does not report the damage immediately to Company staff prior to checking out of the Property.

4. Theft when the guests failed to lock or secure the premises or property, including items such as bikes.

5. Any damages caused from an animal or damages resulting from unauthorized smoking in a unit.

6. Loss or Damage in excess of $3,000.

7. Loss or Damage to any of guest's personal property.

The Plan applies only to the direct physical loss or damage to covered property. It does not cover loss of use of such property.

This waiver is not intended in any way to provide reimbursement or coverage for the following items, which shall remain the responsibility of the owner of the Property.

1. Damages that constitute normal wear and tear.

2. Damages resulting from acts of God, including but not limited to acts resulting in fire, flood, or other natural disasters.

3. Damages or losses to Property which are unrelated to the actions of the guest.

4. Theft that occurs despite the guests' reasonable efforts to secure the Property and related items.

Procedures

When a guest provides notice to Company prior to check-out of accidental or inadvertent damage to the Property, the Company will investigate the damage to determine whether the damage appears to have been caused by accidental or inadvertent actions, and to determine the nature and extent of the damages and the necessity for and costs of the repairs or replacements. Such determination shall be made in the sole and absolute discretion of the Company provided there is some reasonable basis for making such a determination. The Company has ultimate claim administration authority, and in the event of any dispute relating to this waiver Guests agree to submit to binding arbitration in Walton County, Florida.

Golf Cart Liability Waiver & Damage Addendum

The following terms apply to the use of any complimentary golf carts provided at one of 360 Blue's Rental Properties:

1. The person responsible for renting through 360 Blue, LLC (who executes this Rental Agreement via their electronic signature) (hereinafter "Operator") assumes complete liability for the care of and use of the golf cart during their stay, and assumes full liability and responsibility for ensuring adherence to the rules and safety information provided herein.

2. Operator authorizes 360 Blue to charge the damage deposit credit card or checking account on file for any damages, costs or liability resulting from or arising out of the use of the golf cart consistent with the terms of this waiver and agreement. The Peace of Mind / Accidental Damage Waiver does NOT cover damage to the golf cart or damage caused by the use or misuse of the Golf Cart, whether accidental or otherwise.

3. Operator expressly acknowledges and agrees that operating a golf cart involves the risk of serious bodily injury or death, and/or property damage and hereby assumes such risk knowingly and voluntarily.

4. Operator expressly acknowledges that he/she and any additional operators permitted to use the golf cart are licensed drivers, over the age of 20, and that they are familiar with the safe operation of golf carts and are certain of their own ability to operate a golf cart safely. Because many of the local communities have a no tolerance policy for the operation of golf carts by persons under 21, which may result in the home owner's loss of use of the golf cart, 360 has adopted a similar no tolerance policy. If a person under 21 is found to have operated the Golf Cart provided, Operator will be fined $750.00 on the credit card or account provided.

5. In consideration of being permitted to operate and ride on the golf cart being provided, Operator does for themselves, their guests, their heirs, executors, administrators and assigns, hereby release and forever discharge 360 Blue, LLC, 360 Blue, LLC's owners, agents, employees and assigns, as well as the Owners of the rental property and their assigns, from any and every claim, demand, action or right or action of whatever kind or nature, either in law or in equity, arising from or by reason of any bodily injury or personal injuries, known or unknown, death or property damage resulting, or to result, from any accident that may occur and any activities in the operation of the golf cart whether by negligence or otherwise that result in injury or damage.

6. No one is permitted to operate or drive the golf cart unless they are at least 21 years old and possess a valid driver's license, and are operating the golf cart with the express permission of Operator, who hereby indemnifies and hold harmless 360 Blue, LLC, its owners, agents, employees and assigns, as well as the Owners of the rental property and their assigns, from and against any claims or suits made or filed by said authorized driver.

7. Golf carts are only allowed to be driven on the street within the property's subdivision. The golf carts shall never exit the gated subdivision at any time for any reason.

8. Rules of the road apply when golf carts are being driven through the subdivision. Operator will obey all local, state and federal regulations regarding the operation of this equipment on public traffic ways, parking lots, and in public areas.

9. Golf carts may be driven at night only if they are equipped with proper headlights and taillights.

10. Operator agrees to properly secured the golf cart at all times to avoid theft, damage or unauthorized use.

11. Operator agrees that the golf cart will only be left at his/her rental property overnight and not at any other locations.

With your signature or electronic signature to this Rental Agreement its incorporated Addenda, you consent that you have read, understand, and agree to this Golf Cart Liability Waiver and Damage Addendum. You are also stating that you, your family, your guests, or anyone that utilizes the golf cart from your reserved rental property has read, understands, and agrees to this GOLF CART WAIVER and holds both 360 Blue, LLC and the owner of the rental property you are staying in completely harmless and free of any and all liability that may arise from use of the golf cart as provided for my fully above.

Bike Liability Waiver & Damage Addendum

The following terms apply to the use of any complementary bicycles and related biking equipment provided at one of 360 Blue's Rental Properties:

1. The person responsible for renting through 360 Blue, LLC (who executes this Rental Agreement via their electronic signature) (hereinafter "Operator") assumes complete liability for the care of and use of any complementary bicycles provided during their stay, and assumes full liability and responsibility for ensuring adherence to the rules and safety information provided herein.

2. Operator expressly acknowledges and agrees that operating a bicycle involves the risk of serious bodily injury or death, and/or property damage and hereby assumes such risk knowingly and voluntarily.

3. In consideration of being permitted to ride the bicycles provided, Operator does for themselves, their guests, their heirs, executors, administrators and assigns, hereby release and forever discharge 360 Blue, LLC, 360 Blue, LLC's owners, agents, employees and assigns, as well as the Owners of the rental property and their assigns, from any and every claim, demand, action or right or action of whatever kind or nature, either in law or in equity, arising from or by reason of any bodily injury or personal injuries, known or unknown, death or property damage resulting, or to result, from any accident that may occur and any activities in the operation of the bicycles whether by negligence or otherwise that result in injury or damage.

4. Operator also hereby indemnifies and holds harmless 360 Blue, LLC, its owners, agents, employees and assigns, as well as the Owners of the rental property and their assigns, from and against any claims or suits made or filed by anyone who rides the bicycles provided to Operator through this Rental Agreement.

5. Rules of the road apply when bicycles are being ridden. Guests will obey all local, state and federal regulations regarding the operation of this equipment on public traffic ways, parking lots, and in public areas, including but not limited to:

   
   
   1. A bicycle rider or passenger (including a child who is riding in a trailer or semitrailer attached to a bicycle) who is under 16 years of age must wear a bicycle helmet that is properly fitted and is fastened securely upon the passenger's head. Each property is outfitted with free helmets for the number of adult and children's bicycles provided. If you do not have enough helmets upon your arrival, call 360 Blue's office and we will deliver additional helmets immediately.
   
   
   2. Children under 4 years of age, or who weigh 40 pounds or less, must be in a seat or carrier that is designed to carry a child of that age or size and that secures and protects the child from the moving parts of the bicycle.
   
   
   3. A bicycle rider may not allow a passenger to remain in a child seat or carrier on a bicycle when the rider is not in immediate control of the bicycle.
   
   
   4. Please always ride in the lane marked for bicycle use if one is available.
   
   
   5. Because the bicycles provided are not equipped with the statutorily required lighting sufficient to allow riding in the dark, no riding between sunset and sunrise is permitted.

6. Parent and guardians are responsible for ensuring that your minor children are in compliance with these safety guidelines.
7. Operator agrees to properly secure the bicycles at all times to avoid theft, damage or unauthorized use. This includes ensuring that all bikes are locked and properly secured when they are ridden to another location. Every bike should come with a lock. In the event you don't have sufficient locks to secure the bikes, please let us know immediately. If bikes are left unsecured in any location and stolen or misplaced during your stay, your credit card or checking account on file will be charged for the replacement cost of the bike.
8. Operator agrees that the bicycles will only be left at his/her rental property overnight and not at any other locations.

With your signature or electronic signature to this Rental Agreement and its incorporated Addenda, you consent that you have read, understand, and agree to this Bike Liability Waiver and Damage Addendum. You are also stating that you, your family, your guests, or anyone that utilizes the bicycles from your reserved rental property has read, understands, and agrees to this Addendum and holds both 360 Blue, LLC and the owner of the rental property you are staying in completely harmless and free of any and all liability that may arise from use of the golf cart as provided for my fully above.