(Undisclosed Address), Melrose, FL

Lease terms

1. Lease Term Short-term: Typically under 30 days (vacation-style stay). Mid-term: 1-4 months (ideal for travel nurses, visiting faculty, remote workers). Include a clear start and end date and whether extensions are allowed. 2. Rent & Payments Base monthly rate: $2135 Define: o When rent is due (1st of each month) o Late fee policy ($50 after 5 days) o Accepted payment methods (Zelle, cash, check, Venmo) o Security deposit (one month's rent for mid-term stays over one month, $500 refundable deposit for less than one month) 3. Utilities & Services Which utilities are covered (electric up to $150, water, internet, trash, pest control) A utilities cap (e.g., "up to $150/month; excess billed to tenant") Services like housekeeping and yard care are provided on a set schedule 4. Maintenance & Repairs Tenant must report any issues promptly. If an issue is reported and a service person is sent to the unit and does not find said issue, tenant is responsible for service charges). Landlord handles structural or major system repairs. Tenant responsible for cleaning, laundry and damages beyond normal wear and tear and loss. 5. Use of Property No smoking indoors or on porches. Allowed only outdoors or in Gazebo. No subletting or over-night guests without written approval. Quiet hours 11pm to 7am. No events such as weddings, parties, etc. without approval Not recommended for children under 12. House is not child proofed. Teens and young adults cannot be left alone during the stay...adult lease holder must be present at all times. 6. Check-In / Check-Out Procedures We provide an inventory checklist (furniture, appliances, etc.). Require tenant to return property in similar condition. Allow for walkthrough at move-in and move-out. 7. Insurance & Liability Require renters to carry renter's insurance (even for short stays over one week). Include a liability waiver for lake use (kayaks, hot tub, canoe, peddle boat, paddleboards, etc.). Provided at check in. Not recommended for children under 12. Not child proofed. Owner has the right of refusal regarding pets and children under 12. 8. Legal Clauses Includes governing law of State of Florida in our contract. This is a temporary housing agreement, not a traditional residential tenancy (if under 6 months). Eviction rights or immediate termination terms (for nonpayment, damage, or violation of rules such as overnight guests without notification, more than one small approved dog, smoking, drugs, etc. ). 9. Documentation We have a custom short-term or mid-term lease not a standard 12-month residential lease. 10. Add-Ons Early termination fee $2135, one month's rent (if you leave before the agreed end date) Photo/video condition recorded before occupancy Replacement of water amenities if lost or damaged (hot tub, boats, floats, etc.)