Fox On The Beach - across from beach, heated pool

Welcome to Fox On The Beach located 2nd row with direct beach access to our beautiful Oak Island beaches. Our home offers 7 bedrooms, 4.5 baths, private HEATED salt water pool, (for a fee) outdoor shower, gas grill, elevator, and handicap accessible shower with shower seat located ensuite one of the queen bedrooms. 2 balconies face south to enjoy the beautiful view of the ocean plus 2 other balconies overlooking and leading to the private backyard pool. The space Our home is located across the street from beautiful Oak Island beach. Enjoy the ocean breezes from any of our outdoor living areas ~ 2 balconies located on the front of the house with amazing beautiful ocean views. Enjoy your morning coffee watching the waves and ships sailing by. The 2 other balconies off the bedrooms overlook the pool. Our home accommodates up to 16 people fitting large multigenerational families comfortably. The open concept floor plan includes the main living area on the top floor. Use the elevator to take your groceries into the well equipped kitchen. Our well stocked kitchen includes everything needed to prepare your meals including.....a Keurig, Nespresso, and drip coffee maker to start the day, pantry loaded with fresh spices and healthy oils, Cuisinart 4 slice toaster, Ninja blender to make smoothies, shakes or adult beverages, crock pot, and Green pans for clean cooking. Dining table fits 10 around the table plus 6 more chairs around the large kitchen island. There are two king bedrooms off the main living area and the other 5 bedrooms (4 queen beds in each of the 4 bedrooms and 2 twin bunk beds in bedroom 5) are located on the first floor. One queen bedroom has a wheelchair accessible shower with bench. The back yard includes a heated salt water pool and gas grill. No worries about paying to park at the beach since we have direct beach access just across the street. There is another beach access 3 houses over with a mat making it easier to walk across the dunes. We only allow two dogs max under 50lbs, non shedding preferred during busy summer season. No cats or other animals allowed. Guest access Your stay includes access to the entire home and private pool in our back yard that is fenced in. We do have three locked owners closets that are to remain locked. Tampering with locks is against our rules and you will be charged $500 if tampering is noted. Tampering with the pool equipment will result in a $1000 dollar fine. *If you would like to bring for your UNDER 50 lbs dog, there is an additional fee of $150 and $75 for a second dog. We require use of a dog crate (one medium is provided) if leaving your dog(s) unattended in our home. Dog toys and doggie waste bags are here for your use. Please clean up after your dog in our yard and everywhere else keeping our island beautiful. If dog waste is found you will be charged. *TWO DOG MAX ALLOWED. *ONLY NONSHEDDING DOGS DURING THE SUMMER SEASON. *DO NOT instant book if you are traveling with a dog. Please contact me to discuss your dogs breed and weight for pre-approval. *We do have an elevator that takes you from ground level to every floor. CHILDREN ARE NOT TO PLAY IN THE ELEVATOR. Directions and rules are posted inside the elevator. *High speed wireless Internet - 1 gig *Smart TV's or firesticks in every bedroom including 55” in living area *Gas grill *Outdoor shower with hot and cold water and shampoo to wash off after you day at the beach. There is a spray handle to wash the dog. Dog shampoo and dog towels provided (dog towels are above washer and dryer. PLEASE DO NOT USE WHITE BATH TOWELS FOR DOGS OR CLEANING. You will be charged for damaged towels. Thank you!) If using dog towels please wash and return them above the dryer. Other things to note Our lower level storage area houses all the supplies necessary to enjoy a day at the beach including beach chairs, beach umbrella, beach toys and a large and small carts available to assist with all of the above. Our private salt water pool can be heated for an additional $500/7 nights. **Upon booking with us you agree to abide by the following: OCCUPANCY ~ The number of Guests and dogs, if applicable, occupying the property is limited to the number stated on the confirmation. These limits are strictly enforced. Our home is limited to a maximum party of 16 and must be rented by and occupied by at least one adult 25 years of age or older. THE PERSON BOOKING THE HOME MUST BE PRESENT DURING THE ENTIRE STAY. Exceeding the specified occupancy constitutes a breach in the lease agreement and will lead to termination without refund of rent and possible security deposit charges. TENANT DUTIES ~ Tenant agrees to comply with all obligations imposed by the state of North Carolina Vacation Rental Act with respect to maintenance of the premises, including but not limited to: keeping the premises as clean and safe as the conditions of the premises permit; causing no unsafe or unsanitary conditions in the common areas and remainder of the premises that Tenant uses. Tenant is advised and encouraged to inspect the property upon arrival and report any existing damage to the host or co-host. This action is extremely important to assure that the Tenant is not found liable for damage that pre-existed their arrival. Tenant agrees not to use the premises for any activity or purpose that violates any criminal law or governmental regulation and may use the premises for residential purposes only. Tenant agrees to closely supervise children and dog, if applicable, at all times while occupying the premises, including on areas such as stairs, walkways, raised decks, balconies, patios, yard, etc. Tenant's breach of any duty contained in this paragraph shall be considered material, and shall result in the termination of Tenant's tenancy. SECURITY DEPOSIT ~ Any security deposit collected from Tenant may be applied to actual damages caused by Tenant during your stay. In addition, AA&E Properties, LLC may deduct from the security deposit any cable television purchases such as pay per view events and movies. AA&E Properties, LLC shall apply, account for, or refund Tenant's security deposit within 45 days following the end of the tenancy. If booked through Airbnb or VRBO, they hold your credit card information for security deposit and charge you if any terms as stated in this contract are found violated requiring a deduction(s). Pet fees are not refundable. KEY ~ We will contact you a few days prior to your arrival to discuss check in door code. When exiting the home at checkout, please leave all keys where they were found, lock all doors. On keypad, push the lock icon to lock the door from the outside. ACCOMMODATIONS ~ Tampering with Owners the three locked owners closets will result in a $500 fee. Removal of any items from home that are not returned will also result in a charge to your deposit. PERSONAL PROPERTY ~ AA&E Properties, LLC, and homeowner will not be responsible for personal items lost, stolen or damaged. Please contact us if you do think you may have forgotten a personal item. We will do our best to try and find it and return it to you, if found. PETS ~ Only dogs are allowed in the home. Any and all dogs, maximum of 2, must be pre-approved and deposit received prior to your vacation stay. AA&E Properties, LLC and the homeowner will not be held responsible for any actions, supervised or unsupervised, that may cause harm to tenants, visitors, neighbors or property. Please clean up after your pets, as deductions to security deposit will occur if pet waste is found in our yard plus also including neighbor’s yard. Pet fee/deposit is not refundable. FURNISHINGS ~ The owner has furnished the unit with basic needs for housekeeping, cooking, etc. Tenants are not permitted to move furnishings, and are expressly prohibited from taking interior furnishings outdoors or on exterior decks, balconies and patios. Water and electricity usage on the island is expensive. Please conserve water usage during your stay. Any above normal wear and tear on the home, furnishings, and items provided by the owner for your comfort and ease of use can be charged from your deposit if abuse is found. Excessive water and lowering AC, leaving windows or doors open or increasing heat pump use may also be charged to your deposit. If traveling with a dog who enjoys lounging the furniture, we do ask you bring a large blanket or sheet to cover and protect the couch or bedding. You will be charged for any damage or dog debris left on furniture/beds. TENANT RESPONSIBILITIES DURING STAY ~ Tenant shall comply with all laws and keep the premises clean and safe, including locking the doors whenever leaving, during their stay. Please read and refer to our guest book located in the home upon arrival. Most common questions can be found in our book. We also have information about the area on the Airbnb listing page. Tenant is advised to inspect the home upon check-in and report any damage that exists upon their arrival. This will assure that the tenant is not held responsible for damage that was pre-existing on the property. Dispose of all garbage and properly use the town trashcans as provided and required. Please place the trashcan and recycle bins at the street on the days indicated in the guest booklet for trash day pickup. Keep the plumbing free of toys and other foreign items. Tenant is not to allow or cause damage to premises. Report all damages and problems to the owner. IN CASE OF STORM/EVACUATION TENANT SHALL: (1) Lock all windows and doors. (2) Take porch/patio furniture inside or otherwise secure as well as possible. (3) Close all blinds. (4) Secure outside trashcans into locked storage area. NO SMOKING ~ *Notice: Smoking of any type of products including vaping is prohibited inside the home including ALL exterior living areas, porches, balconies and screened in porches, no exceptions. Smoking in any of these areas will result in an automatic forfeiture of entire security deposit. Please dispose of cigarettes in trash containers ensuring they are properly extinguished. Any cigarettes not disposed of properly and found on and around the property will result in security deposit deductions. SUBLETTING OR ASSIGNMENT ~ Any other guest staying in the home other than listed and preapproved will result in immediate evection and loss of deposit. PREPARING THE HOME FOR CHECK-OUT ~ Please follow check out directions as listed in the kitchen and guest booklet. Please place all WHITE TOWELS AND SHEETS in LINEN BAGS located in the laundry area. All blankets, comforters or anything labeled FOX stays in the home. Failure to follow check out procedures can lead to a charge to guest security deposit. Check out is BY 9 a.m. You will be charged $50 for every 15min past 9 a.m. Our cleaning crew will not pull in the driveway if your car is there and will notify us. Indemnification and Hold Harmless, Right of Entry, Assignment ~ Tenant agrees to indemnify and hold harmless AA&E Properties, LLC and the owners from and against any liability for personal injury or property damage sustained by any person (including Tenant's guest and any minors) as a result of any cause, unless caused by the negligent or willful act of AA&E Properties, LLC or the owners, or the failure of the owner to comply with the Vacation Rental Act. Tenant agrees that AA&E Properties, LLC, the owner of and their respective representatives may enter the premises during reasonable hours to inspect the premises, to make such repairs, alterations or improvement thereto as the owner may deem appropriate, or to show the to prospective purchasers or tenants. Tenant shall not assign this Agreement or sublet the premises in whole or part without written permission of AA&E Properties, LLC. Governing Law, Venue ~ The parties agree that this Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of North Carolina, and that in the event of a dispute, any legal action may only be instituted in the county where the premises is located. Fair Housing - AA&E Properties, LLC conducts all business with respect to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, handicap, or family status of tenant. Upon booking, the renters and anyone in their party hereby agree to the above listed vacation policy and warrant that they have read, understand and agree to the terms and conditions of this application, and agree to abide by homeowners/agents/association restrictions on use of said property. They further understand and represent that they are executing this application on behalf of all parties that will be staying on the premises.