Short-Term (Vacation) Lease Agreement

A short-term lease is a legal contract between the Landlord and the Tenant(s) for a rental period of less than thirty (30) days. Download free short-term vacation lease agreement templates by clicking on the buttons below.

Last updated April 29th, 2024

A short-term lease is a legal contract between the Landlord and the Tenant(s) for a rental period of less than thirty (30) days. Download free short-term vacation lease agreement templates by clicking on the buttons below.

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A short-term lease is a contract between a landlord and a tenant for a rental period of less than 30 days. This is commonly used for vacation, work or other temporary purposes.

Notary – a public officer who can witness the signatures of the buyer and seller.

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How to Create a Short-Term Lease Agreement Form? (Steps)

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Step 1 – Landlord & Tenant Identification

Include Landlord and Tenant full names and date of agreement in the introductory paragraph for clarity.

Step 2 – Occupancy Limits

To prevent parties and events, landlords can limit the number of people staying on the property during a tenant’s stay, which is why the platform, AirBnb, banned parties in 2022.

Step 3 – Payments

All fees shall be listed in the signed Agreement.

Step 4 – Refund Policy

Refunds are subject to the cancellation policy in the written Agreement.

Step 5 – Rules

These Rules and Regulations shall be followed by ALL Occupants:

  • No large (>10 people) parties
  • Smoking – No smoking on premises
  • Pet(s) – Require Landlord/Owner written approval
  • Noise – Limit noise during sleeping hours, 10pm – 7am
  • Check-in/out – Respect check-in and check-out times outlined in the Agreement.
  • Damages – Property damages will be deducted from the security desposits.
  • Illegal Activities – Illegal activities are banned from the rental property.

Step 6 – Indemnification

The Tenant/Occupant shall indemnify the Landlord of any loss, damage or other liability during the Lease Tenancy.

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Step 7 – Trash Removal

All waste shall be removed from the premises.

Step 8 – Landlord Access

Refer to Local State Law requirements. Typically there’s a 24-hour notice period before the Landlord can enter the rental property, unless it’s an emergency.

Step 9 – Utilities

Typically Landlords do not demand Tenants to pay for the utilities except for electrical especially if the Tenant uses above the norm (electric car).

Step 10 – Contact Details

Any authorized persons allowed to enter the rental property shall list contact information including phone number in the Agreement.

Step 11 – Disputes

Any disputes that arise shall be handled by the Landlord in a low-cost way such as private arbitration.

Sample

Short Term Rental Lease Agreement