RENTAL POLICIES
· The total rental fee (incl. sales tax) holds a reservation on a Visa, MasterCard, or American Express. This amount is charged to the renter’s credit card at the time the reservation is made.
· Tow-behind activities are prohibited.
· You MUST be at least 21 years old with a valid driver’s license and have boating experience to rent and operate a rental boat. The renter should be experienced and capable in all aspects of the handling and operation of a powerboat. Lessons are available when you do not qualify as experienced. Ask for details.
· A $1,500 security deposit is charged to the renter’s credit card prior to rental boat departure. The renter is responsible for all damages that may occur. Gas, pump-out/additives, and other expenses will be charged to the customer’s credit card separate from their deposit.
· A signed contract (which includes operator’s driver's license number) must be on file before boat departure.
· Rental boats may leave the Harbor Marina location no earlier than 8 am & must return prior to 6 pm. Boats must stay in Gardiner’s Bay.
CANCELLATION POLICY
· NON-HOLIDAY reservations require at least 48 hours notice for cancellation to be given a refund or a credit for a future rental within the same season. Less than 48 hours notice, the customer will not receive a refund or credit.
· INCLEMENT WEATHER In the event boating is prevented by bad weather as determined by Seacoast Marine Holdings, LLC the customer will be given a credit for a future rental within the season.
· HOLIDAY reservations CANNOT BE CANCELLED. Holidays include weekends of MEMORIAL DAY, JULY 4th, and LABOR DAY.
LATE RETURN POLICY
· Renters are charged additional half hours if rental boats are returned after the specified return time.
CAPTAIN/INSTRUCTION– advanced notice required for captain or lesson requests. A 48 hr. cancellation policy applies. Lessons cancelled by the renter less than 48 hr. notice will not be refunded or credited. No exceptions! Your Certified Instructor is an independent sub-contractor hired specifically to instruct you. Please be prompt - the instructor's fee is based on a prescribed time. If you are late, you pay for the time the instructor waits for you.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
· All rental boats MUST be checked in and checked out. The operator MUST be present at both check-in & check-out. During return check-in, the operator is required to remain at the marina until it is completely inspected.
· The person signing the rental agreement MUST be the one operating the boat or rental equipment, as this person is the one held responsible for ALL damages to the rental boat and its contents.
· All rental boats are insured by Seacoast Marine Holdings, LLC for liability & collision, and carry SeaTow membership. However, any damage done due to customer negligence, for example: ripped or stained upholstery, damaged gelcoat, missing equipment, broken hatches, improper dockage, etc. is the customer's sole responsibility to pay for. The renter will be held responsible for all damages that occur. The $1500 security deposit will be withheld until the damages are assessed and a repair estimate is generated. Additional fees for repair costs may result. Please treat the equipment with respect.
- A $100 cleaning fee will be assessed is the boat is returned dirty - please pick up/cleanup after yourself, especially when fishing and eating.
· The renter must report any malfunction, breakdown, or accident of the rental craft to Seacoast Marine Holdings, LLC immediately.
· Location of a rental boat docked or moored off premise must be on file. When mooring, the minimum size mushroom mooring required to be used for boats up to 20’ is 150 lbs. For boats up to 25’ long, the minimum is 300 lbs.
· NO dusk to dawn navigation of rented equipment.
· ANIMALS (dogs, etc) are allowed on rental boats only with permission.
· Rental boats must stay within the waters of Gardiner’s Bay and surrounding areas. Rental sailboats less than 20 feet in length, rental canoes, and rental kayaks must stay within visual range of the checkout location. Larger, powered rental boats are not permitted outside of Gardiners Bay. Renters are required to undergo familiarization with a trained member of the staff to ensure they understand the location of all hazards to navigation in Gardiner’s Bay and surrounding areas and are required to complete a Boat Safety Checklist.
· ALL New York State BWI & DWI rules apply. The use of alcohol and/or narcotics is not permitted.
· Renters are responsible for the cost of gas & oil they use, plus additives, and any damage.
· Prop Damage Fees: (plus tax) If the propeller is bent, dinged, or otherwise damaged, the customer is responsible for the replacement or repair cost, including labor and haul-out expenses.
· The total rental fee (incl. sales tax) holds a reservation on a Visa, MasterCard, or American Express. This amount is charged to the renter’s credit card at the time the reservation is made.
· Tow-behind activities are prohibited.
· You MUST be at least 21 years old with a valid driver’s license and have boating experience to rent and operate a rental boat. The renter should be experienced and capable in all aspects of the handling and operation of a powerboat. Lessons are available when you do not qualify as experienced. Ask for details.
· A $1,500 security deposit is charged to the renter’s credit card prior to rental boat departure. The renter is responsible for all damages that may occur. Gas, pump-out/additives, and other expenses will be charged to the customer’s credit card separate from their deposit.
· A signed contract (which includes operator’s driver's license number) must be on file before boat departure.
· Rental boats may leave the Harbor Marina location no earlier than 8 am & must return prior to 6 pm. Boats must stay in Gardiner’s Bay.
CANCELLATION POLICY
· NON-HOLIDAY reservations require at least 48 hours notice for cancellation to be given a refund or a credit for a future rental within the same season. Less than 48 hours notice, the customer will not receive a refund or credit.
· INCLEMENT WEATHER In the event boating is prevented by bad weather as determined by Seacoast Marine Holdings, LLC the customer will be given a credit for a future rental within the season.
· HOLIDAY reservations CANNOT BE CANCELLED. Holidays include weekends of MEMORIAL DAY, JULY 4th, and LABOR DAY.
LATE RETURN POLICY
· Renters are charged additional half hours if rental boats are returned after the specified return time.
CAPTAIN/INSTRUCTION– advanced notice required for captain or lesson requests. A 48 hr. cancellation policy applies. Lessons cancelled by the renter less than 48 hr. notice will not be refunded or credited. No exceptions! Your Certified Instructor is an independent sub-contractor hired specifically to instruct you. Please be prompt - the instructor's fee is based on a prescribed time. If you are late, you pay for the time the instructor waits for you.
CUSTOMER RESPONSIBILITIES
· All rental boats MUST be checked in and checked out. The operator MUST be present at both check-in & check-out. During return check-in, the operator is required to remain at the marina until it is completely inspected.
· The person signing the rental agreement MUST be the one operating the boat or rental equipment, as this person is the one held responsible for ALL damages to the rental boat and its contents.
· All rental boats are insured by Seacoast Marine Holdings, LLC for liability & collision, and carry SeaTow membership. However, any damage done due to customer negligence, for example: ripped or stained upholstery, damaged gelcoat, missing equipment, broken hatches, improper dockage, etc. is the customer's sole responsibility to pay for. The renter will be held responsible for all damages that occur. The $1500 security deposit will be withheld until the damages are assessed and a repair estimate is generated. Additional fees for repair costs may result. Please treat the equipment with respect.
- A $100 cleaning fee will be assessed is the boat is returned dirty - please pick up/cleanup after yourself, especially when fishing and eating.
· The renter must report any malfunction, breakdown, or accident of the rental craft to Seacoast Marine Holdings, LLC immediately.
· Location of a rental boat docked or moored off premise must be on file. When mooring, the minimum size mushroom mooring required to be used for boats up to 20’ is 150 lbs. For boats up to 25’ long, the minimum is 300 lbs.
· NO dusk to dawn navigation of rented equipment.
· ANIMALS (dogs, etc) are allowed on rental boats only with permission.
· Rental boats must stay within the waters of Gardiner’s Bay and surrounding areas. Rental sailboats less than 20 feet in length, rental canoes, and rental kayaks must stay within visual range of the checkout location. Larger, powered rental boats are not permitted outside of Gardiners Bay. Renters are required to undergo familiarization with a trained member of the staff to ensure they understand the location of all hazards to navigation in Gardiner’s Bay and surrounding areas and are required to complete a Boat Safety Checklist.
· ALL New York State BWI & DWI rules apply. The use of alcohol and/or narcotics is not permitted.
· Renters are responsible for the cost of gas & oil they use, plus additives, and any damage.
· Prop Damage Fees: (plus tax) If the propeller is bent, dinged, or otherwise damaged, the customer is responsible for the replacement or repair cost, including labor and haul-out expenses.
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