The Beach Bum
Beach Bum Time / Oceanfront / 2 Decks / BBQ / Chiminea / Beach Gear
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Do you have what it takes to be a Beach Bum? Are you sure? The only way to find out is to book a stay with us and give it a try!
Our Beach Bum Guarantee - You will wake up to the beautiful Atlantic Ocean every morning! Sand - it will show up where you least expect it and where you don't want it! It's always better to SPF than to not - Vacation calories don't count!
Join us! Our cozy old Florida style home right on the beach in South Ponte Vedra Beach, FL! Cozy 2nd level living area with dining area, full kitchen with stainless steel appliances and also pub top in kitchen dining. 4 Guest Bedrooms - sleeping up to 8 guests. Our second level deck has outdoor dining, a relaxation area and two double size hammocks that hold up to 450 lbs each. Our lower deck has adirondack chairs and a chiminea (firewood is not included). Beach Gear includes beach towels, a variety of beach chairs, a beach umbrella, a kids toy bundle and a Slammo Game Set for more beach fun!
Dog Friendly (max 1) - dog less than 25 lbs - additional cleaning/pet hair removal fee required. Dog must be disclosed in advance. Dog is to be treated with Advantage or similar topical flea and tick repellent three (3) days prior to arrival. Fleas and ticks are very rampant in this area and can cause harmful/fatal illness to humans and pets. All items above are the sole responsibility of the dog owner. Failure to disclose the pet in advance will result in a $500 fee. Proper pick up of doggy doo doo is a must!
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Eat - Beach - Sleep - Repeat
First Level:
Queen Guest Bedroom with Smart TV
Laundry Area
Half Bath
Second Level:
Dining Area
Living Area with Smart TV
Full Kitchen with eat in Pub Top Dining and 2 bar stools
Owner's Suite with Queen Bed, Smart TV and en suite bathroom
Guest Bedroom with Queen Bed
Guest Bedroom with two Twin Beds
Stairs are Required
Interior fireplace is not available for use
Smart TV's - be sure to bring your personal logins for Hulu, Amazon Prime, Netflix, etc - or you may watch any of the free apps available.
Chiminea - firewood is not included - it is available for purchase at area Grocery Stores, Lowe's, Home Depot, Ace hardware
BBQ - 1 tank of propane is included "in the green". If additional is needed - you may swap out the tank at any area grocery store, hardware store, etc.
As Required by St Johns County, a copy of a Government Issued Photo ID or Driver's License must be provided prior to arrival. Non-Smoking Inside & on the Upper Deck Area. Smoking may be done on the lower deck and on the beach. Proper disposal of ashes and cigarette butts is a must. If there is evidence of smoking in the home or on the upper deck, a $500 fee will be charged.
**Parties, Gatherings or Events that take us over our max occupancy of 8 guests are strictly prohibited - as noted in the rental agreement. Penalties will be enforced. The property is monitored by Noise Aware * Minut as noted in the booking agreement. There is a Ring Doorbell as well as an exterior Ring Camera facing A1A for security purposes and 1 exterior camera facing the beach. There are not any other cameras on the property. Quiet Hours are enforced - and please remember to be a good neighbor to those around us! Guests of the property have an affirmative obligation to comply with the provisions of Section 2.02.04.B.19, St. Johns County Noise Ordinance (Ord. 2015-19), and all other applicable federal, state, and local law ordinances. Guests hereby acknowledge and understand the right of St. Johns County officials to reasonably inspect the premises to assure compliance with said obligations.
Parking: there is driveway parking a Maximum # of 2-3 vehicles, depending on size. Please be aware when entering & exiting the property. A1A does have a lot of sightseers! Motor vehicles, boats, Recreational Vehicles (RVs), and trailers shall be parked only in driveways or other areas on the property designated for parking. Boats, RVs and trailers shall not be parked on any street, alley, sidewalk, or public or private Right-of-Way, or part thereof, or in required front yards, except as provided in Section 6.01.03.H.5 of this Code. Vehicles larger than an SUV (motor homes, trailers, RV's, boats,etc) must be approved in advance and must not go over the maximum # of vehicles allowed on the premises.
Sleeping Arrangements
Bathroom Configuration
Property Rules
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Frequently Asked Questions
Tree Frogs & Lizards are also indigenous to our tropical climate and will be around all of our properties. These are good for the environment and are not anything that we treat for! You may find the occasional one has gotten into the property and not made it out - or has gotten in and is hopping around. There is nothing wrong with this - it is part of our local environment.
This is really just informational. They are a part of our Florida Tropical Climate. No refunds are given for these issues. Thank you!
Tenant is at least twenty-five (25) years of age and will be an occupant of the unit during the entire reserved dates. In addition to Tenant, other authorized occupants that have been identified to us are included. Should any unauthorized persons occupy or use the Premises, Tenant shall vacate the premises immediately without any refund. Rental status is transient and gives no residential claim to the guests. Transient accommodations, or "short term rentals" are also subject to applicable Florida Sales and County tourist development taxes which are added as a part of your total payment. Should the laws change regarding applicable taxes, we will adjust your reservation accordingly. This may include an additional charge should tax rates be increased or a refund if tax rates are decreased.
FAMILY RENTAL ONLY
Reservations made for teenagers or young single groups will not be honored without any accompanying adult staying in the unit at ALL times. We require at least one member of the party to be 25 (twenty-five) years of age! Any violators will be evicted according to Florida Statute 508.141 with forfeiture of all monies.
GROUP SIZE
The maximum number of occupants allowed per property is listed in the property description. Maximum capacity applies to any given time, such as during a gathering of people at the property that includes guests that are not staying overnight. If maximum capacity is exceeded, occupancy may be terminated without a refund.
FALSIFIED RESERVATION
Any reservation obtained under false pretense will be subject to forfeiture of reservation deposit, damage deposit, and/or balance of rental payment.
PET POLICY
Dogs only are allowed on property - must be disclosed in advance and pet fee paid. Max 1. If there is evidence of pets without disclosure, a $500 fine will be charged. Less than 25 lbs only.
NONSMOKING UNIT
Smoking is strictly prohibited. Your damage deposit will be forfeited, and you will incur an additional charge for carpet cleaning and deodorizing if any evidence of smoking is found. Or you will be billed a $500 penalty for violating the Smoking Policy. Smoking would include all forms of tobacco, cigarettes, pipes, cigars, e-cigarettes, vaping, etc.
LINENS/TOWELS/SUPPLIES/FURNITURE
Linens & towels are provided. Excessive Stains, Damage or loss of the Linens will result in a $50 Charge. An initial supply of paper products is provided. Extra items needed are the responsibility of the Tenant. Limited cleaning supplies are provided. There is a $50 fee to restage the house if furniture is moved around and not returned to its original place.
DAMAGES / EXCESSIVE CLEANING
Property Damage must be advised BEFORE departure. Failure to disclose may result in an additional charge.
CHECK OUT INSTRUCTIONS
Posted on the refrigerator & are standard for short term rental properties. Failure to complete these instructions will result in an additional charge of $50 per hour for completion.
Firearms & Weapons
- Guests must abide by all Federal, State and local laws.
- Firearm and weapons must be appropriately registered.
- Firearms must be unloaded
- No cleaning of firearms is permitted on the premises.
- Firearms and weapons must be safeguarded and secured in either a locked, hard sided firearm container or a soft gun case provided by the guest, at all times and clearly labeled with their name and contact information.
- No fireworks of any kind, including sparklers.
When you book our property, we will text, message or email you the code to your identified contact preference - 2 hours prior to your arrival. This will give you access to the front door of the property. Additionally, names & ages of each guest are required in advance of your arrival; make/model of your vehicle(s) are required upon arrival. Maximum Occupancy of both persons and vehicles is enforced.
To maintain the quality of our property and ensure a pleasant experience for all guests, please refrain from using hair dye or any other staining substances on the premises. Any guest found to have used hair dye in a way that results in stained linens, towels, or other property items will be subject to an additional cleaning and damage fee.
To maintain the quality of our property and ensure a pleasant experience for all guests, please refrain from using hair dye or any other staining substances on the premises. Any guest found to have used hair dye in a way that results in stained linens, towels, or other property items will be subject to an additional cleaning and damage fee.
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