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Private bedroom | Shared house and bathrooms

This particular offering grants you exclusive access to a bedroom in the farmhouse. Meals may be ordered at the on-site farm-to-table cafe for the duration of the stay. Property owner and vendors for the property will be on-site during your stay, including a gardener and pool upkeep.

This rental agreement (“Agreement”) is by and between Casita Jewel, LLC dba Avocado Bliss Retreat (“Manager”) and the Farm Resident, known as "Guest".

1. ARRIVAL TIME IS as early as 10 AM on arrival date.  DEPARTURE TIME IS BY 4 PM on departure date. Early arrival and late departure may be available and is billed at $50 per hour in one-hour increments unless otherwise agreed upon in writing. 

2. OCCUPANCY: NO PARTIES OR EVENTS ARE ALLOWED. Guest’s Group is limited to those on the reservation. The individual person cannot change or be substituted after check-in. Only the Farm Resident included in the booking amount and permitted to sleep in, enter, or occupy the Property between the hours of 9:00 pm and 9:00 am, and there will be a fee of $200.00 (per night) for each person in excess of this limit. Exceeding maximum occupancy, smoking, or having animals on the Property each shall constitute defrauding a merchant under California Penal Code #537.  

3. FALSIFICATION; BREACH: Guest warrants that he/she is of full adult age, has the legal right to contract in his/her own name, and shall provide government identification within one week of booking. If any terms of this Agreement are breached or if any House Rules or laws are violated, Guestand entire Guest’s Group will not be allowed to check in, or if already checked in, Guest and the entire Guest’s Group will be required to vacate the Property immediately without any refund, and if Property is not completely vacated immediately, the security deposit will not be refunded.

4. HOUSE RULES AND LAWS: Guest is completely responsible for every person in Guest’s Group and any visitors. Guest agrees to follow all House Rules contained herein and provided at check-in as well as all laws.  Guest shall ensure that all people in Guest’s Group and all visitors follow all House Rules and laws. Guest shall never leave children or minors alone or unattended. Quiet Time is from 10:00 pm to 7:00 am. If a noise or other complaint is made by any neighbor or the police are called, there will be a $200.00 fee for the first complaint and a $300.00 fee for each additional complaint, in addition to any police or city fines and any other costs.

• No fires of any kind or fireworks

• Children and minors shall never be left alone or unattended.

• Nobody is allowed to climb on or over any railings or furniture anywhere on or in the property.

• Do not try to open any locked owner closets or sheds.

• None of the following is allowed on, in, or near the Property at any time: DJ, amplified sound or music equipment; weapons, illegal drugs, lighting equipment; glitter or confetti; beer kegs or other kegs; excessive alcohol or drinking; drinking games; yelling or shouting; commercial vehicles; loud vehicles; or anything else that could contribute to degrading the image of the Property or the neighborhood or disturb any neighbors.

• The orchard is organic - no dumping of toxins or chemicals of any kind is allowed on the property grounds. 

• Do not leave food or beverage remnants in the pool area overnight, so there aren't any uninvited critters during your stay.  

• NO SMOKING: A $1,000 fee (per day/night) will be charged if any smoking, vaping, or e-cigarettes are used inside or near an open door/window to the property, in addition to any actual and consequential damages.

• NO ANIMALS: A $1,000 fee (per day/night) will be charged, per animal, if any pets or service animals are allowed in the Property, in addition to any actual and consequential damages. No service animals are allowed due to host's health condition.

• Commercial filming is not permitted without prior owner consent. 

• Guest must check the bathtubs to make sure they are not slippery or could slip before using.

Manager assumes no responsibility for lost, stolen or damaged items on the Property or your vehicles. Please lock all doors, windows and vehicles.

5. PARKING: There is parking on the driveway. Guest agrees to not park any vehicles illegally or that block any part of the street, or other parking spots. Guest understands and agrees that this parking spot is not available until after Guest’s check-in time and vehicles are subject to towing at Guest’s expense if parked before the check-in time or after the check-out time without written permission.  

6. CLEANING; WI-FI; SMOKE DETECTORS; OTHER: If excessive cleaning is necessary, an additional fee may be charged. Daily maid service is not included. Guest is responsible for checking and making sure all smoke and carbon monoxide detectors are operating properly. Manager has no control over the strength of any wi-fi signal or internet outage. Refunds cannot be provided for loss of internet. Please bring a personal wi-fi with you if you are planning on working to ensure connectivity.

7. RESPONSIBILITY; SECURITY DEPOSIT: Guest is completely responsible for the entire Property and its contents and accessories. Guest agrees to pay for any and all damage, including consequential damage, and loss to the Property and any of its contents and accessories. There shall be no limit to the Guest’s liability.  Guest agrees to pay $100 for each remote that is not returned. Guest is required to pay a refundable security deposit of $500, to be paid by credit card or bank wire/ transfer through Stripe, at the Guest’s option. Guest agrees to pay all costs for (and security deposit may be used for) any or all of the following: a. restoring any damage to Property or its contents; b. replacing any missing or damaged linens, towels, or other contents or accessories; c. replacing any remotes that are lost or re-keying locks; d. any change or cancellation fees or early check-in or late check-out fees; e. any unpaid Usage Fees or charges or fees incurred for animals, smoking, noise, excessive occupancy or people, excessive cleaning, contraband, collection fees, credit card, bank, or other fees, attorneys’ fees, and legal costs; f. any costs associated with having Guest or Guest’s Group vacate the Property due to breach of this Agreement; and g. any other costs or fees associated with Guest use or this Agreement. If a damage waiver or property damage protection has been paid for, it is nonrefundable and covers accidental minor physical property damage to the Property caused by Guest up to $200.00 or 25% of the total damages, whichever is lesser.  

8. DEPOSIT; CANCELLATION; OTHER: There shall be no refunds for cancellations made less than 30 days before the Arrival Date. If Guest vacates the Property before the end of the rental period or does not arrive on the Arrival Date, the unused portion of the rental period shall return to Manager. The Total stated on the Rental Agreement is due in full the sooner of the date stated on the first page or 30 days before the Arrival Date. Failure of Guest to pay any balance due by the due date shall constitute Guest cancellation. There shall be no refunds for any unused portion of this usage for any reason whatsoever, or for any change or cancellation requested with less notice than is required. If any amenity, accessory, appliance or fixture does not operate fully or there are any other problems, Manager will make efforts to resolve any issues, and explain to Guest how to resolve any issues. No refunds shall be provided for any electrical blackout, brownout or outage; other utility outage; electrical, plumbing, appliance or mechanical failure; fire; earthquake; storm; flood; disaster; accident; virus; outbreak; pandemic; act of god; act of law; act of any government official; or anything else which prevents Guest from being able to use the Property. Guest must obtain this insurance directly if they want coverage for this. Guest is advised to purchase their own travel insurance if there is any chance this reservation may need to be canceled for any reason whatsoever and to cover any travel restrictions. Guests with reservations made after March 15, 2020, understand and accept all risks, worldwide hazards and health risks regarding the COVID-19 coronavirus. Guest understands and agrees to adhere to Manager’s currently set cancellation policy and will continue to do so regardless of any extenuating circumstances, force majeure, or forced circumstances policy. This Agreement shall prevail over any rental platform terms, and all other terms to the extent there is any inconsistency or policy changes.  

9 INDEMNITY: GUEST SHALL INDEMNIFY, DEFEND, RELEASE, ANDHOLD HARMLESS MANAGER, COURTNEY ANDREWS, THE PROPERTY OWNER, THE COUNTY OF SAN DIEGO, THEIR SUBSIDIARIES, AFFILIATES, EMPLOYEES, CONTRACTORS, AND REPRESENTATIVES (“RELEASED PARTIES”), FROM AND AGAINST ANY AND ALL CLAIMS, LIABILITIES, SUITS, DAMAGES, COSTS, LOSSES, OR EXPENSES OF ANY NATURE WHATSOEVER, INCLUDING ALL ATTORNEYS’ FEES AND LEGAL EXPENSES, INCURRED BY ANY OR ALL OF THEM ARISING FROM OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE OCCUPANCY OR USE OF THE PROPERTY OR ITS CONTENTS, ANY OTHER ACCESSORIES, OR BREACH OF THIS AGREEMENT.

10. LIMIT OF LIABILITY:  IF, DESPITE THE ABOVE RELEASE, LIABILITY IS IMPOSED ON ANY RELEASED PARTIES FOR ANY REASON, THE TOTAL LIMIT OF THE ENTIRE LIABILITY OF ALL RELEASED PARTIES, INCLUDING ALL ATTORNEYS’ FEES AND LEGAL EXPENSES, SHALL IN NO EVENT EXCEED $1,000 IN THE AGGREGATE.  

11. SEVERABILITY; WAIVER: If a court or other competent legal authority finds a provision to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable, such determination shall not affect any other provision in the Agreement all of which shall remain in full force and the parties shall in good faith consult toagree to the extent of any amendment that might be possible to make the provision valid, enforceable or legal whilst reflecting as far as possible the original intention of the parties. If a party waives any provision of this Agreement, the waiver in such an instance shall not be deemed to be a continuing waiver, and no waiver by either party shall prevent such party from enforcing any and all other provisions.  

12. ENTIRE AGREEMENT; COUNTERPARTS: Unless a separate rental or usage Agreement was signed by hand to confirm this booking, these Terms and Conditions constitute the entire agreement among the parties relating to its subject matter; supersedes all prior proposals, agreements, representations and understandings, including any and all terms from all online rental platform websites; and may not be amended, except in writing and signed by each party, except that Manager may modify this agreement by posting any amendments.

13. MISCELLANEOUS: Guest may not sublet, transfer, sell or assign this Agreement. If any payment or the security deposit is not received by the due date, any discounts will be void and a 5% fee will apply, or Manager may cancel the reservation without any refund. Guest is responsible for all taxes which are required in some areas. If they are not required, they are part of the rental fee. Guest understands and agrees that this Agreement is for the rental of a condo or license and is not for consumer goods or services. This Agreement, its terms, attachments, and House Rules, the discussions and transactions between the parties, and any details regarding this rental, usage, or license are confidential and they may not be disclosed by Guest, in whole or in part, to any third parties. Guest agrees not to make any statements, written or verbal, and guarantees that nobody in Guest’s Group, any visitors or associates will make any statements, written or verbal, that defame, disparage or in any way complain about or criticize the Property or neighbors or the personal or business reputation, practices, or conduct of Manager or Property owner, including but not limited to any review or rating on any website. Guest understands and agrees that the previous two sentences are material provisions of this Agreement and that any breach or violation or threatened violation of these provisions: (a) shall be a material breach of this Agreement; (b) would cause Manager to be irreparably harmed; and (c) for each occurrence, Guest shall pay Manager $10,000 as liquidated damages. The Property may be entered by Manager or Manager’s representative upon notice and the common area may be entered without notice. The exterior of the building has security video cameras which may be used to protect the Property and the terms of this agreement. IfGuest consists of two or more entities or individuals, Guest’s obligations are jointly and severally those of all such entities or individuals.  

14. GOVERNING LAW; MEDIATION: All claims and disputes arising out of or related to this Agreement shall be subject to mandatory mediation as a condition precedent to the institution of legal or equitable proceedings by either party, except for eviction or unlawful detainer. The mediation shall be conducted in San Diego County by a mediator mutually agreed upon. Each party must attend in person, and a good faith effort must be made to resolve all claims and disputes. If one party fails or refuses to go to mediation in person or make a good-faith effort to resolve all claims and disputes, that party shall be barred from filing suit, making a counterclaim, or proceeding with legal or equitable proceedings except for eviction or unlawful detainer, and only the other party may then do so. For any claims or disputes of $10,000 or less, both parties hereby expressly consent to the exclusive jurisdiction of Small Claims Court in San Diego County, California, and both parties must appear in person. This Agreement shall be interpreted, construed and enforced in accordance with the laws of the State of California, USA. Venue for all disputes arising under this Agreement shall lie exclusively in San Diego County, California, USA. Guest understands and agrees that Manager is not a landlord, Guest is not a tenant, and Guest shall not have any tenant rights, including, but not limited to, California Civil Code sections 1940-1950.5. The substantially prevailing party shall be entitled to recover its reasonable attorneys’ fees, legal costs, and expenses, except for claims brought in Small Claims Court.  

15. CHECK-OUT: Guest must follow the check-out procedures listed below prior to Guest’s final departure:  
• Put any appliances or furniture that was moved back where it came from.  
• Close and lock all windows and doors. To lock the front door, simply close the door and (while pulling the door handle towards you) press the bottom button on the keypad (with the lock symbol on it).  
• Clean up any food messes inside and outside.
• Vacate the parking spot.  
• Send Manager a message to confirm departure.

Rental Term. The Rental Term shall be the dates booked by the Guests. The Guest acknowledges that this Agreement is for transient occupancy and that they do not intend for it to create a long-term occupancy or residence. In the event the Guests do not check out by the check-out time specified, additional rent shall be due and immediately payable at the rate of $50 per hour, unless otherwise agreed to in writing. Further, if Guests do not timely check out, and their failure to do so precludes ABR of the ability to timely prepare the premises for the next guests, Guests will be responsible for reimbursing ABR for any loss of income ABR suffers as a result. (That can include the cost to make other accommodations for the next reservation's guests.)