Houseboat Rental Agreement
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1. General Information
2. Instructions and Checklist
3. Houseboat Rental Agreement
Houseboat Rental Agreement
General Information
Houseboat Rental Agreement
This Houseboat Rental Agreement is for use by a houseboat owner or rental
agent and an individual who wants to rent a houseboat. This agreement
sets out the specific terms of the arrangement including the rental period,
payment schedule and the conditions of use for the rented houseboat. It
also sets forth the insurance and liability requirements of both parties and if
a deposit to rent the houseboat is required.
It is important that a Houseboat Rental Agreement be clearly set out in
writing. A written agreement will prove invaluable in the event of an
accident, or if there are disagreements or misunderstandings regarding the
uses and rental of the houseboat.
Houseboat Rental Agreement
Instructions and Checklist
Houseboat Rental Agreement
Both parties must read the agreement carefully.
Insert all requested information in the spaces provided on the form.
This form contains the basic terms and language that should be
included in similar agreements.
Read the "Use of Boat" provision carefully and ensure that it contains
all pertinent conditions. If there is a disagreement, it will likely focus
on this provision.
Both the houseboat owner/rental agent and renter must sign the
agreement.
Both parties should retain either an original or copy of the signed
agreement.
All legal documents should be kept in a safe location such as a
fireproof safe or safe deposit box.
Houseboat Rental Agreement
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Houseboat Rental Agreement
HOUSEBOAT RENTAL AGREEMENT
This House Boat Rental Agreement (“Agreement”) is entered between
___________________ (“Owner”) and ____________ (“Renter”), regarding the
boat ___________________ [Boat Name] (hereinafter referred to as “Boat”) on
_________ [Date] at __________________ [Place].
1. Rental Period:
The Owner agrees to rent the Boat to the Renter for a period of
_______ beginning at ____ a.m. on _______ (MM/DD/YY) from ________
and ending at ________a.m. on ________ (MM/DD/YY) at which time the
Boat shall be returned to ________________.
2. Payment Schedule And Details:
The Renter hereby agrees to pay the Owner at the rate of ____________
for the entire term of the Agreement. The payment shall be made in
the form of check / cash. All fuel used shall be paid for by the Renter.
The Renter shall be liable to pay the Owner the penalty charges due
to late payment of the rent.
3. Use of Boat:
The Renter agrees to the following conditions of use:
a. That the rented Boat shall not be used to carry passenger or
property on hire.
b. That the rented Boat shall not be used to carry passenger or
property in excess capacity of the Boat.
c. Not to be used for illegal purpose and not to have alcohol on
Boat.
d. To operate the Boat in lawful and safe manner.
e. Not to permit anyone to operate the Boat without the written
permission of the Owner.
f. Not to tamper or remove with any of the Boat equipments.
g. Not to use the Boat for any race, competition or stunts.
4. Disclaimer:
Owner represents that, to the best of his knowledge and belief the sail
Boat (and motor, if any) is free from any known faults or deficiencies
that would affect safe and reliable operation under normal and
prudent usage.
Owner further represents that all required lifesaving equipments are
aboard the Boat and in good order and condition at the time of
delivery to the Renter.
Houseboat Rental Agreement
The Renter admits having inspected the boat and lifesaving and safety
equipment on board the boat to his/her satisfaction and agrees that
they are in compliance with the regulations pertaining to his intended
area of use of the boat.
5. Qualification:
The Renter states that he is physically and legally qualified to operate
the Boat.
6. Insurance and Liability:
The Owner acknowledge an active insurance policy covering the
Renter and passengers for any damages incurred to the Boat and its
equipment, fire , theft, loss of vessel and personnel liability. The
premium is included in the rental price. The Renter may choose to
take supplemental insurance to cover any deductable.
The insurance policy does not cover personal injury to the Renter or
the passengers. The Renter or the passengers are encouraged to seek
injury insurance elsewhere.
The Owner is not responsible for the loss or damage of any personal
property belonging to the Renter or the passengers.
The Owner is not responsible for the any indirect damages caused to
the Renter such as difficulties between the Renter and passengers,
non-execution or partial execution of this Agreement or acts of god.
7. Deposit:
The Renter further agrees to make a deposit of ______________ with the
Owner, said deposit to be used, in the event of loss of or damage to
the boat or equipment or motor or trailer during the term of this Boat
Rental Agreement, to defray fully or partially the cost of necessary
repairs or replacement. In the absence of damage or loss, said
deposit shall be credited toward payment of the Rental Rate and any
excess shall be returned to the Renter.
8. Return of Boat:
The Renter hereby agrees to return the Boat at the physical address
_______, no later than __________________________.
9. Governing Law:
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This Agreement shall be governed and construed in accordance with
the laws of the state of _______________________.
The parties hereby indicate by their signatures below that they have
read and agree with the terms and conditions of this Agreement in its
entirety.
Owner Renter
________________________________ _________________________________
Signature Signature
Name: __________________________ Name: ___________________________
Address: ________________________ Address: _________________________
_______________________________ ________________________________
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