Christies Gulf Beach Rentals
All terms below apply to guests and all bookings regardless of the property. By accepting a door code/key and entering a Christies Gulf Beach Rental managed property, you agree to the following terms and conditions:
Updated: April 2024
Christies Gulf Beach Rentals welcomes you,
The terms below become a legal agreement between you and Gulf Coast Property Management LLC dba Christies Gulf Beach Rentals at the time of booking. The terms govern the use of the Christies Gulf Beach Rentals site. This includes the guest cancelation and refund policy in effect at the time of booking.
Any terms used including “we, I, and us” mean Christies Gulf Beach Rentals.
The laws of the state of Mississippi and the United States apply to all use of the site and transactions. The jurisdiction for arbitration is Mississippi, Harrison County.
Please read our privacy policy with regard to the collection of information and use thereof.
The Stripe payment processing service used to receive credit card and debit card payments has its own terms and conditions which you agree to.
Airbnb, VRBO, and other companies reserving Christies Gulf Beach Rentals Properties have their own rules that you agree to.
Your responsibility as a guest includes compliance with local laws and ordinances in addition to our rules of use.
1. Definition of Services
Our platform, this website will include links to other sites for purposes of enhancing the guest experience. Guests use these links at their own risk and any decisions to use products or services provided by linked websites are strictly that of the guest and the hosts and owners are not responsible for the outcome.
1.2 From time to time our site may not be available for use. If this happens please contact your host directly by phone or text.
2. Modification of Terms and conditions
We reserve the right to change or modify the terms and conditions.
3. Optional Travel Protection Plan and Vacation Rental Damage Protection Plan
These two plans may be offered to individuals booking at ChristiesGulfBeachRentals.com. Should these plans be offered and selected you agree that you have read the terms and conditions “Plan Details” and understand that these plans are provided by Generali Global Assistance and that Christies Gulf Beach Rentals is a vendor of the product only.
4. Content rights
This site is owned by Gulf Coast Property Management LLC dab Christies Gulf Beach Rentals. Guests are permitted to use the calendar on the site to reserve properties by our rules. Guests are encouraged to leave comments about the property. Comments can be used by Christies to promote our business royalty-free on an irrevocable and perpetual basis.
The individual making the booking is the responsible party even if that person books on behalf of another. Our agreement is with the individual who books and not with those who occupy the property.
5. Overstay without permission
At the termination of the booking by the departure date and time as provided in the documentation provided to you and in our rules, you and your guests agree to vacate the property. Your license to stay at the property expires on the date and time indicated in the reservation. According to the state of Mississippi, anyone who overstays and refuses to leave is considered a vagrant and will be removed by force if necessary by local law enforcement. Individuals who overstay will be charged additional fees and legal expenses if any in the course of effecting an eviction. Overstay fees are 2.5 x the nightly rate plus other fees e.g. cleaning, damage, etc.
6. Local laws and Ordinances
There are noise ordinances and other laws that restrict some types of behavior. Should the hosts or property managers be required to pay fees or fines as a result of your stay, those charges will be passed along with legal fees. Hosts are particularly concerned with parties thrown for minors at the property. It is your responsibility to ensure that minors obey the local laws and ordinances.
You must contain trash and place it in the trash container outside of the building. The trash container must be placed for collection on the date identified in the guest information book.
Parking is permitted only where designated in the Guest Information book. Violators may be towed or ticketed by local law enforcement.
You agree when booking that you will read the Guest Information Book and follow the policies and rules which include local ordinances.
7. Occupancy Limits
Some HOAs and Cities require guests to follow occupancy limits imposed on property owners. These limits are clearly outlined in the Guest Information book provided and on this website. Please review the occupancy limits before you book to avoid unnecessary issues. If the city or HOA becomes aware that more individuals are staying at the property than the occupancy limits provide for, you will be immediately evicted with zero refund for the remaining time. The cities with occupancy limits at this time are Ocean Springs, Long Beach, Pass Christian, and Biloxi. There could be others. All condo HOAs have a limit.
8. Modifications
You may cancel your reservations at any time before the arrival date. The percentage, if any of your payments returned as a result of cancelation, will depend upon the length of time before the arrival date. See our cancelations policy for the percentage of your payment if any that will be returned. If we cancel your reservation, you will receive a 100% refund as long as that cancelation takes place before the arrival date.
If a guest is asked to leave for violating our rules or local ordinances and laws, there will be no refund of the amount paid.
9. Cancelation Policy
Full refund for cancellations up to 30 days before check-in. If booked fewer than 30 days before check-in, a full refund for cancellations is made within; 48 hours of booking and at least 14 days before check-in. After that, a 50% refund up to 7 days before check-in. No refund after that.
10. Substitution of property
Properties offered by Christies are done on the basis that the property required will be provided as long as it is possible to do so. In the event a property is sold or is unavailable due to maintenance or another issue, Christies reserves the right to substitute a property of comparable size to accommodate your party. If we can not locate a substitute property through no fault of yours, you will receive a full refund or you can choose to book another property in the future with a 10% discount.
11. Calendar
At the time you book, the calendar will reflect that the property is unavailable to others. It may be possible the ith use of several third-party reservation sites and the calendar synchronization software in use a double booking could occur. Should a double booking occur through no fault of yours, Christie’s will attempt to find alternative accommodation and inform you of such. Should you decide not to accept the alternative accommodation, you will receive a 100% refund.
12. Insurance
We encourage our guests to obtain travel insurance if the length of time, cost of travel to the area, or other expenses are significant. Travel insurance that is not provided by Christies could compensate you should you have to cancel your reservations with us at a time when your refund is less than 100%. The cost of travel insurance is modest and may be a good investment for some.
13. Hurricane/Named Storm
The Mississippi Gulf Coast is located in an area subject to hurricanes and storms. The general season is June through October each year. Guests understand that a hurricane designated for landfall on or very close to the Mississippi Gulf Coast may cause them to cancel or alter their travel plans. These changes are not the responsibility of Christies Gulf Beach Rentals as hurricanes and storms are natural events. Christies follows the same policy as Airbnb which means that natural events will not cause the host to refund a guest due to a natural event.
It’s incumbent upon guests to plan their travel based on checking the Mississippi Gulf Coast weather. This can be done by going to the home page and clicking in the footer for the National Weather Services or one of the local TV stations. During the season June-October, be observant. If the National Weather Service forecasts a named hurricane will hit the Mississippi Gulf Coast as a category 3+, we strongly recommend that guests not come. Guests that are already in a Christies property will be contacted.
14. Emergencies
Please contact us immediately for a legitimate emergency including threats to life or health. This includes leaking water. Do not contact us after 9:00 PM for remote control batteries, or other things that can wait until the next day without affecting the structure of the house or health issues.
15. Destruction of property
Guests are expected to respect the furnishings and personal property located in and around the vacation rental. Any damage must be reported. Guests will be charged for repair or replacement of items broken or removed from the property. Stains on carpets, furniture, or flooring will be repaired at guests’ expense. The cost of repairs will include third-party vendors and a management fee to supervise. Christies Gulf Beach Rentals offers vacation damage insurance on its website for a modest one-time charge per stay. Guests with large parties and children are encouraged to obtain this insurance at check-in or before they arrive.
16. Homeowners Association Rules
Some properties are located within an HOA. These rules are provided on the property and you are expected to read and follow them. Fines charged to property owners as a result of guest violations will be charged back to you.
17. Pool rules
Some properties have swimming pools. Ones in HOA’s have their own use rules located in the information provided in the property. Children under 12 are never to be left alone in a swimming pool. Children should always use flotation devices. You agree to indemnify the property owners for any all incidents that may occur to your party for use of the swimming pools.
18. Pet Policy
Check the property before you book to determine if pets are permitted. Most properties that permit pets have a limit on the type of pet and the number and size of pets. Pets can not be left alone on the property unless they are inside portable kennels. Barking dogs that disturb the neighbors may cause us to ask you to board your dog or leave the property without a refund. Guests with dogs and cats must collect waste, place it in sealed containers, and dispose in the large trash container outside.
A non-refundable fee is required for pets. If you fail to pay this fee upon making a reservation, the amount will be 1.5 times upon arrival. If you bring a pet without permission, there is a minimum charge of $350 plus a cleaning fee depending upon the condition of the property. Cleaning fees can range from $200 to $900.
19. Smoking
Smoking is not permitted inside any of Christies properties. Smoking is not permitted on porches or decks when the doors to those areas are open. Our cleaning fee for properties that have been smoked in is $950 plus loss of income from any bookings that could not be accommodated before cleaning could occur. This does not include cigarette burn damage which is extra.
20. Lockout
You are provided a door code by text just before you arrive. Remember this code, give it to other members of your group who are staying on the property. If the battery fails, please contact us. If you were given an emergency code to a key lock box by the door, return it to the staff member who comes to replace the batteries. You may be instructed to leave the key in the property in a specific location when you leave.
21. Grilling-BBQ
Never create an open flame under a building overhang. Do not leave grills with flames unattended. Be watchful for tree branches. Keep children away from hot BBQs even after you are done grilling. Clean food and condiments from the grilling area when you are finished. If you are using a Condo BBQ, be sure to throw trash away in the appropriate containers.
22. Guest Comments
We encourage all guests to leave comments on our website and in the book located at each property. Your comments will help us become better hosts and improve the experience for others. By leaving comments, you are permitting us to display your comments on our website. Christies will never provide contact information to the public. If we use your comments in a blog or other use, we will never expose your identity other than the first name that we request that you use. We may also indicate the month and the property you stayed in.
23. Damage to property
You are responsible for leaving our property as you entered it. This means that other than soiled linens, you are expected to throw your trash into the trash cans and if provided with outside bins use them. You are expected to use the dishwasher if provided otherwise clean the dishes, plates, flatware, and glasses that you used. Wipe down the kitchen counter and pick up any food or other debris on the floor.
The cleaning fee charged is primarily to launder the linens, clean tubs, bathrooms, and floors, and wipe down the property.
Should you or your guests damage any property or remove any property you agree to compensate Christies for replacement or repair. Your travel insurance may be effective on damages.
24. Taxes and Fees
Sales tax is required of all guests. There are several components of this tax which is currently 12% of the total charged for the stay (not including cleaning or other fees). We collect this tax and pay it for our owners as part of registration with the state of Mississippi. Your invoice will show a separate charge for taxes.
We charge a booking fee that is designed to reimburse Christie’s for the cost of a credit card and other costs directly related to your stay. These costs are listed separately. The booking fee is a fixed fee for your entire stay. Most other fees, if any are charged as a fixed fee for the entire stay.
You will not be charged any other fees above that which were included in the original invoice that you paid in advance unless you request additional services. Should there be an occasion to charge you for damage or additional cleaning charge these would be billed separately
25. Trash – Garbage
Do not leave trash bags in the house. When a bag is full in the rigid container, remove it and take it to the trash can or bin. Never leave bags outside of the property unless they are inside of a trash bin. For properties that require moving trash bins to the curb for trash day, check with the Guest Binder for the trash days. The Mississippi Gulf Coast has a warm and often humid climate which can attract vermin. It’s important that you comply with the trash requirements.
26. Parking
Cities are watchful for violations of parking rules. Park in designated spaces as indicated in the Guest Binder. Never block a driveway or park on another property not part of the property you are renting. Display parking permits if required. Use public parking for extra vehicles. Remove any items of value that can be seen from the windows. Lock your car.
27. Items left behind
Christies Gulf Beach Rentals is not responsible for any personal items that you have neglected to take with you. Should you request an item to be shipped to you, the cost will be invoiced to you in advance of shipping. You can use a credit card. The fee will cover time and expenses to pack, deliver to UPS, and shipping costs. All items left behind will be discarded after five days.
28. Restricted/Prohibited Activities
No illegal drugs are permitted. At present, marijuana is considered a class one narcotic in Mississippi.
No alcohol for minors under the age of 21
No smoking inside the property at any time including standing at the entrance door while smoking
Do not leave children unattended on our properties
No parking in front of neighbors’ properties or in areas where parking is prohibited.
Firearms are permitted, discharge on our property except in self-defense is not permitted. Children under the age of 18 can not possess firearms.
Animals are not permitted unless you have received specific permission to bring your pet.
Do not enter our property if you know you have a communicable disease unless prohibited would be a violation of any applicable laws
Do not modify any property e.g. modifying steps, taking inside furniture outside, etc.
Do not conduct any illegal activity on the property.
Changing automotive fluids is prohibited on the property unless you receive permission in writing in advance.
29. Liability
You agree that you are responsible for the reasonable use of our property and that you are entirely responsible for any actions taken by you or your guests.
30. Indemnification
You agree to indemnify Gulf Coast Property Management LLC, dba Christies Gulf Beach Properties, their employees, associated businesses, and property owners from any accidents or incidents that may arise as a result of your stay at our property. This includes any act of nature, thefts, damage to guest property, or injuries that may occur while you are staying at our property. Guests are encouraged to purchase insurance for their stay that will compensate property owners for damage to the property and compensate guests for medical expenses incurred as a result of the booking.
31. Dispute resolution
You agree that in the event of any dispute arising from your stay shall be resolved by binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association.
32. Health and Safety
The health and safety of all guests is our top priority. Any guest who contacts Christies after arrival with complaints about the possible existence of mold or mildew may be asked to leave the property immediately. No free nights or reduction in rates will be permitted as financial adjustments will not solve any potential issues with mold or mildew. Christies will inspect the property after guests have left.
Privacy policy.
Information that you provide to us for booking will only be used by Christie’s and affiliated companies for marketing purposes. Information will not be sold, bartered, or provided to any individual or entity not affiliated with Christies. Information provided to us is stored in the cloud under encrypted password protection. We will make efforts to protect the information provided to us which never includes your Social Security number.
This concludes the contract for the use of a Christies Gulf Beach Rentals property. When you enter the property, you are acknowledging agreement with these terms and conditions. You can receive a copy of this document by clicking on this link.