GENERAL INFORMATION ON RENTALS


Steve Titcomb's Big 'Ole Fish, Sebago Lake

Fall is a great time to visit Maine. We have warm days and cool nights and you'll practically have the place to yourself!

Thank you for choosing Jordan Rentals to help you plan your well deserved Maine Vacation this year. Nestled between the mountains and the sea you'll find the Sebago / Long Lake Region of Southern Maine. This beautiful area greets the vacationer with open arms offering swimming, fishing, boating, golfing, hiking, shopping and restaurants. Start thinking of warm and sunny days, and choose your date and properties which interest you and call us today - cottages fill up fast. 1-800-942-5547 - EMAIL: etitcomb@hotmail.com

When to call. The best time to get in touch with our rental desk is Monday - Saturday from 10:00 to 4:00. We are open on Sundays from late May through mid-September from 10:00 to 2:00: during the winter months we are open on Sundays by appointment only.

Cottage rentals are weekly, monthly or by the season. Unless shown differently, rates shown are for one week periods. The rates shown do not include the 7% Ste of Maine Lodging tax, booking fee or security deposit. Rentals run from Saturday to Saturday unless otherwise noted. Check In Time. Check in time begins at 3 p.m. at our office. Directions to the cottage will also be given with the keys. Check out time is 10 a.m. sharp on the day of your departure.

Prices are subject to change without notice. ALWAYS verify the rate when making your reservation. All rentals are subject to a 7% State of Maine lodging tax.

RESERVATIONS: Once you decide on a property, we will make your reservation and either mail or email you two documents: one is the confirmation which outlines monies due, deposits and dates for payment; the other will be the Guest License Agreement which you must read, sign and send along to our office. WHEN YOU MAKE THE RESERVATION, THE PROPERTY IS BLOCKED OFF, AND WE ASSUME THAT YOU WILL BE COMING. IF YOUR PLANS CHANGE AND YOU CANNOT COME, WE NEED TO HEAR FROM YOU IMMEDIATELY SO WE CAN PUT THE PROPERTY BACK ON THE AVAILABILITY LIST. DO NOT ASSUME THAT NON-PAYMENT IS A SIGNAL TO US THAT YOU ARE NOT KEEPING THE RESERVATION. PLEASE CALL.

ACCOMMODATIONS. All of our properties are privately owned and reflect the tastes of each owner. All cottages are furnished for housekeeping with the exception of linens (sheets and towels), unless otherwise indicated in the property description. Sheets and towels are available for rent through the office for $10.00 per week per set, but you must call the office to arrange for linen rental at least two weeks in advance. Do plan to bring paper goods, light cleaning supplies and trash bags. All but a few cottages have either a shower or tub - and all have hot water. Most cottages have heat. The property information sheet is intended to provide you with an accurate description of the property and its contents. However, we cannot be liable for changes in equipment and furnishings. We hope every day of your vacation is warm and sunny but, of course, we make no guarantees with regard to weather - we wish we could! Also, lake water levels vary from year to year. Consequently we cannot always guarantee beach size and/or dock placement in the event of extremely high water. In addition, if you do not personally inspect the premises prior to signing the Tenant Rental Agreement, you agree to accept the property as is upon arrival and that you will not be entitled to any refund of rental money and will have no claim or recourse against the Rental Agent. Look for symbols noted on the cottage description lists: each (bed) equals one bedroom; and a paw print symbol indicates pets may be allowed. Some of our cottages have internet access, and we are trying to flag those with a computer mouse as that symbol. Additionally, many of our cottages are heated and available into the beautiful fall season. Look for the to see which ones may have available weeks.

BOATS: If you plan on bringing or renting a boat, please let us know when you are inquiring about a particular property. There are many boat rental businesses in the area and we can direct you to the one closest to your rental. All boats, unless otherwise specified, are not to be left on a dock overnight or during rough weather. Moorings are used at your own risk. It is suggested that you bring your own mooring line. The State of Maine law states that a life jacket is required to be in a boat (whether motorized or not) for each passenger.

DAMAGE/CLEANING/SECURITY DEPOSITS. The majority of our owners require a security deposit of between $200 and $500 which is due with the final balance payment. The security deposit will be returned within thirty days of your departure provided there is no damage or other charges against it. If there is damage done to the property or furnishings during your stay, please let us know. Accidents happen, but you are responsible. Other charges that could be levied against your security deposit include excessive cleaning after checkout, extra trash pick-ups, failure to return rented linens or keys, not returning moved furniture back to it's original location, failure to properly dispose of pet waste, or checking out late. Please also read the section below relative to septic systems. If the owner intends to keep any portion of your deposit due to damage, we will contact you in writing within 30 days of your departure. For cottages that have internet access, do not assume that you can access the internet using your home connection, as often times the calls are long distance. Internet access codes are usually noted at the cottage. The property and/or it's premises is not to be altered in any way without the express written permission of the owner.

COTTAGES THAT ARE FOR SALE AS WELL AS FOR RENT: Sometimes cottages we rent come up for sale. If you call to reserve a cottage that is currently on the market, we will inform you so. If you rent a "for sale" property, you agree that the property may be shown to prospective buyers at reasonable times during your rental period. If the cottage is sold before you arrive for your vacation, we will notify you right away. Often times new owners will honor prior rental periods; if not, you can either select another cottage or we will refund in full any payments you have made. If an owner decides to place a property on the market after you have reserved a rental period, you may choose another cottage if you wish, otherwise you agree to allow the property to be shown.

OCCUPANCY AND ADDITIONAL RENTAL TERMS. It is understood and agreed between TENANT, AGENT and OWNER that any disturbance resulting in neighborhood complaints or police action shall cause tenancy to be subject to termination forthwith, and all monies to be forfeited. The maximum occupancy limit is stated in your tenant rental agreement and on the property information sheet. Owners reserve the right to set occupancy limits (including the number of day guests allowed), on the allowance of smoking, and pets. There is also a 3 boat limit for motor boats at any one cottage. Your security deposit may be jeopardized and you may be subject to eviction by violating the occupancy limit, the 3 boat limit, smoking, and allowing pets where restrictions apply and are all considered violations of your Rental Agreement.

SEPTIC SYSTEMS. Cottages and homes in this area have private septic systems which are VERY sensitive. DO NOT flush any dental floss, diapers, personal hygiene products or any other foreign items down the toilet. Many systems have pumps that are easily clogged by these items. Your security deposit could be jeopardized if a system failure is caused by your family or guests flushing improper items. Have this discussion with everyone utilizing the property during your stay, including day guests. Occupancy limits are set by the owner in order to protect the septic system and wear and tear on the property. Exceeding the occupancy limits or exceeding the number of day guests allowed at the property is a violation of the Guest License Agreement you signed agreeing to the terms set forth.

CLEANING. If the cottage and grounds are not clean upon arrival, please report this to the office THE DAY OF YOUR ARRIVAL so we can remedy the problem. Otherwise it is to be presumed that everthing is satisfactory. If, upon your arrival you find any items broken, please let us know as soon as possible, otherwise it will be presumed that the damage was done during your stay and your security deposit could be in jeopardy. You are responsible for cleaning during your stay and for leaving the property in a clean condition at check out. "Clean" means: Floors swept and wet-mopped if necessary, ALL food removed from refrigerator; stove, coffee pot, and microwave clean; bathroom clean, all dishes washed and put away; counters wiped; any furniture moved put back to it's original location; patio and beach furniture returned to their original place; toys and books, movies and games put back where they are properly stored; and all windows and doors closed tight and secured; and if a pet was allowed at the premises-all pet waste picked up and properly disposed of (Not Flushed). Any excessive cleaning may result in a security deposit deduction. Some owners charge a non-refundable cleaning charge which will be explained when reserving if applicable to the cottage being reserved.

WATER LEVELS AND NOISE: Neither Jordan Rentals or the property owner can be held responsible for lake levels, (which affect both the size of the beach and dock installation) or nearby noise from construction, landscaping, logging operations, or acts of nature resulting in power outages or damages or such uncontrollable intrusions affecting the use and enjoyment of the property and refunds will not be given.

PAYMENTS. Personal checks, bank checks, and money orders are accepted. To pay by ATM debit and credit cards, or Visa or Mastercard see Pay Pal instructions below. We do not accept credit cards here directly. A Tenant Rental Agreement will be sent which must be signed and returned along with the deposit payment (50% of total rental plus the $50 booking/administration fee), within 14 days. The remaining balance is due 30 days prior to your arrival. Reservations made within 30 days of arrival require payment in full by cash, certified check or money order. A nonrefundable booking fee of $50 is applied at the time of reservation and is due with the first payment. The State of Maine charges a lodging tax of 7% which will be added to your final payment. A $50 fee will be charged for returned checks.

For Credit Card Payments: NOTE: see PayPal information below before logging on to paypal. If you wish to pay by credit card, please use PayPal. Log on to their site at http://www.paypal.com

PayPal information:
Log on to paypal.com. It's easy! You will have to set up an account, which is free of charge. Follow the instructions. Make sure to fill out each field. Once your account is set up, you can click on the blue tab at the top which says 'Send Money'. When PayPal requires you to enter the e-mail address for payment, type in 'campcounselor1@hotmail.com' DO NOT USE THE 'etitcomb@hotmail' ADDRESS. When filling out the description, make sure to include the cottage name (for example, '50% deposit on Chickadee wk of 7/6/12' or 'full payment on Chickadee wk of 7/6/12.'

CANCELLATION POLICY. In the event you cancel your reservation, all monies will be returned if the property is re-rented for the entire period reserved minus a $50 processing fee and the $50 booking/administration fee. If the property is not re-rented, all monies paid will be forfeited.

DIRECTIONS TO OUR OFFICE:

  • From the Boston area - get on Route 95 to the Maine Turnpike to exit 42
  • No toll here. At the light take a left and follow this road until you see Shaws Supermarket on your right and SAM's Club ahead on left.
  • Take a left here onto Route 114 North and continue through the town of Gorham and to Sebago Lake Village (this is the intersection of Route 35 and 114 at a 4 way stop).
  • Continue straight on 114 North approximately 7 miles to Jordan Rentals and The Maine Real Estate Network (right after the Sebago Lake Campground) on your left - can't miss us - we have a BIG SIGN...Our physical address is 2 Sebago Road, Sebago, Maine 04029. Our mailing address is 1554 Richville Road, Standish, ME 04084.

     


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