BOAT RENTAL SECURITY DEPOSIT All boats are subject to a Security Deposit. Security Deposits range from $500-$2,500. Depending on the boat's Value. Your deposit will be refunded if there is no damage, with the gas used deducted. Your deposit will only be refunded if your watercraft is returned in the same condition it left. Deposits are NOT refunded on the same day of rental. All watercraft are inspected upon return to the BRBR Facility and refunds are processed the next business day, if applicable. In case of gross negligence, this charge doesn’t apply to damages on boats that have occurred that are not owned by BRBR. The following list includes but is not limited to, the possible ways your deposit may be forfeited. A portion or all of your security deposit will NOT be refunded if any of the following are present when the watercraft is returned: PROPELLER DAMAGE
INBOARD/OUTDRIVE DAMAGE
BIMINI TOP DAMAGE
BENT OR DAMAGED LADDERS
DAMAGE TO TOW BAR (TOW BAR MAX CAPACITY 500 LBS OR 2 PERSONS) DAMAGE TO BOAT INTERIOR FLOORING, SEATING, ETC. EXCESSIVE DIRT, GARBAGE, OR SPILLS INSIDE THE BOAT
IF YOU HAVE BEACHED THE BOAT
EVIDENCE OF RECKLESS OPERATION THE BOAT HAS NOT RETURNED BY THE RETURN TIME LISTED ON THE CONTRACT Loss of your rental deposit does not release you from your responsibility for the cost of damages incurred to your rental.
PERSONAL WATERCRAFT (PWC) DEPOSIT All PWCs are subject to a $750 security deposit. Your deposit will only be refunded if your PWC is returned in the same condition it left. Deposits are NOT refunded on the same day of rental. All PWCs are inspected upon return to the dock and refunds are processed the next business day, if applicable. The following list includes but is not limited to, the possible ways your deposit may be forfeited. Your security deposit will NOT be refunded if any of the following are present when the PWC is returned: IMPELLER DAMAGE ROPE IN THE IMPELLER
THE PWC HAS BEEN ROLLED OVER THE PWC HAS INGESTED WATER IN THE ENGINE
HULL DAMAGE
EVIDENCE OF RECKLESS OPERATION
HAS BEEN TOWING ANY WATER SPORTS (TUBES AND SKIS)
IF YOU HAVE BEACHED THE PWC
EVIDENCE THAT THE PWC HAS BEEN TOWED OR USED TO TOW ANOTHER WATER VEHICLE
PWC NOT RETURNED BY THE RETURN TIME LISTED ON THE CONTRACT
Loss of your rental deposit does not release you from your responsibility for the cost of damages incurred to your rental. BOAT OR PWC RESCUE If you have any issues with the proper operation of your rental, please call us immediately. To prevent damage to your rental DO NOT attempt to tow or be towed back to the docks unless authorized by BRBR. We will make every effort to remedy the issue so that you can enjoy your time on the lake. You are responsible for watching your gas gauge. If we do have to bring gas to you, there will be a nominal fee. If you have mechanical issues with the boat/PWC, we will gladly assist you.
TERMS & CONDITIONS All Rental Fees are Due upon Booking Rental is paid in full at the time of booking for taking the watercraft off-line. Payment can be made online via credit card. Day of Rental Deposits will be authorized with a credit card on the day of booking and will stay authorized for seven business days.
Cancellation Policy Any Cancellation of any kind will result in a cancellation/restocking fee of 10% of your rental. During peak season (May through September) Customers must cancel one month in advance to receive 90% of their money returned. This is to ensure that only serious inquiries apply and guests can plan their vacations accordingly. Cancellations not in peak season must cancel one week in advance to receive 90% of their money returned. Cancellations made outside of the grace period will result in 50% of the money returned. Cancellations/Refunds will not be made if the customer already has possession of the watercraft and asks to cancel their reservation. Weather does not justify a cancellation.
Launch Time & Pick-Ups Renters must arrive at the BRBR rental office 15-20 minutes before reservation time to complete the necessary safety information and boat/jet ski inspection. These items are required; if you are late, time will not be extended to the rental period. Late fees of $50 per 15 minutes of being late will be charged to the card on file during Peak Season (May- September), as we run on a tight schedule to ensure everyone gets on the lake promptly. If renters are late for their pickup by more than one hour, a call must be made to the office. If no call is made, the rental may be forfeited, as well as all rental fees. No refund will be issued. “No Show” renters will be charged the total rental amount. Requests to be taken out of the water earlier than your pick-up time will NOT result in a refund issued for time not used.
Weather Policy Please understand, that Blue Ridge Boat Rentals is based in the North Georgia Mountains, which is a rainforest type of climate. We cannot control the weather, and it does rain almost daily for very brief periods. BRBR reserves the right to cancel any reservation due to dangerous weather conditions. If BRBR does cancel a reservation due to inclement weather, a refund for the total rental amount will be issued to the customer in the form of a rental voucher that is valid for one year. The prediction of inclement weather, light rain, and/or clouds does not justify a rental cancellation. If the watercraft is out on the lake for more than 4 hours and returns early because of inclement weather, there will be NO refund. If the watercraft is out on the lake for less than 4 hours and returns early because of inclement weather, there will be a rental voucher of $150. If the following conditions exist on the lake: heavy rain lasting more than 1 hour, lightning, thundering, tornado advisory, severe winds, or any conditions BRBR considers unsafe boating conditions, then the renter will be given a rental voucher for time not used during the rental. Weather conditions and weather checks can only be given in person on the day of the rental based on the actual weather conditions on the lake at the time of the rental, not future weather predictions and/or forecasts.
Gasoline Watercraft fuel tanks will be full at the time of departure. The renter will be responsible for paying for the fuel cost for the duration of the rental. This charge will be charged to the card on file.
Pre & Post-Rental Inspection The pre-inspection is to go over any previous damage to the watercraft, as well as a safety tutorial. The post-inspection is to go over the watercraft, just like the pre-inspection, to see if there is any visible damage to the watercraft. If the watercraft is not taken out of the water after your rental, our mechanics will inspect BRBR. BRBR has the right to inspect the watercraft up to 7 business days post rental for any damage that was not noticed while in the water.
Towables (tubes, water skis, wakeboards, etc.) Renters ARE NOT allowed to bring and use their personal towables. Towables include tubes, water skis, wakeboards, kneeboards, etc. Other items not allowed to be brought on BRBR watercraft include kayaks, surfboards, and paddleboards. Bringing and/or using a personal tube will result in losing your deposit. Water toys and floats, such as noodles and lounging floats, are allowed. Tow equipment failure or non-use of towing equipment during the rental period WILL NOT result in a refund. If there is a failure with a rental item, call the office (706-900-0033) as soon as possible. The equipment will be replaced as soon as possible. Sea-Doos and Wave Runners ARE NOT allowed to pull any towable of any kind! If this policy is not adhered to, Renter will forfeit their security deposit.
Arriving Late Fee Renters are required to arrive at our office by the designated rental time. We suggest arriving at least 10-15 minutes before. Arriving late could result in a fee of $50 for every 15 minutes the renter is late.
Returning Late Fee Renters are required to arrive at the Lakewood Landing Boat Ramp by the designated return time assigned. Returning the watercraft after the designated return time will incur a late fee. This charge is $50 for every 15 minutes the Renter is late.
Damages The entire security deposit will be authorized on the day of the rental to the Renter’s credit card on file for each watercraft rented. If there is ANY damage to the rented watercraft, the Renter will be responsible for that damage. This applies to all damages, no matter how big or small. The deposit will be released if no damage has occurred. If damaged and after an appropriate deposit is paid, BRBR will take the craft to be accessed (by the repair shop of BRBR’s choosing) for the remaining repairs required to get the watercraft back to the condition it was before the rental. Suppose the required repairs cost more than the deposit. In that case, the renter’s credit card on file will be charged the remaining amount, plus associated costs (including transportation fees, parts, labor, and lost revenue). A lost revenue fee amounting to the daily rental rate of the boat will be charged to the renter for each day the damaged watercraft is out of commission. Protect your Rental
Protect your rental from an unforeseen accident. Accidents happen, and we understand that! Protect yourself from additional charges. This rental protection covers; lost buoys, anchors, docklines, ropes, first aid kits, paddles, throwables, or phone cords. This protection also covers damage to any accessories such as tubes, waterskis, wakeboards, wake surfboards, kneeboards, or lily pads, as well as any accessory ropes included with the towable.
*This protection does not include damages to the watercraft itself! Each rental will be subject to a rental security allowance that will be held on the card for the duration of the rental. For more in-depth information about our rental security deposit, please see “Rental Deposit” on our website and your waiver. *
Safety Gear We provide safety equipment for all watercraft; safety jackets, throw cushions, fire extinguishers, oars/paddles, and anchors and lines. Safety items are not to be used for any purposes other than in the event of an emergency. Any equipment that has been misused will be charged to the Renter. Charges will come out of the security deposit. Anyone under thirteen (13) must wear a life vest while the boat is in motion. Any individual on a towable must be wearing a life vest while riding. Individuals on a PWC must wear a life vest at all times.
Age Limit You must be 25 to rent and operate any rental watercraft and have a valid driver’s license.
Smoking/Grills Sorry, no smoking or grills are allowed on our watercraft. We do not allow cooking/grilling on any boat. No smoking on any watercraft. There will be an additional cleaning charge of $100 if evidence of smoking of any kind is determined.
Pets We are a dog-loving family! You may see our dogs here during your day! That said, we value the quality and condition of all our watercrafts and want them to remain in excellent condition. We have a two-pet limit per boat; please remember they add to your weight limit on the watercraft. We ask that the watercraft return in the same condition it was left in. We have a $10 per pet fee that will be added for additional cleaning. If the watercraft returns with an excessive amount of the following; pet hair, dirt, clay, sticks, paw prints, seat tears/rips, seams ripped, carpet ripped, etc., fees will apply. Detailing is $20 a foot based on the watercraft you rent. (24 ft x $20= $480) Please be respectful of this policy.
Cleanliness Any boats/equipment returned highly muddy, and dirty, with food and trash, were strewn about, will be subject to an additional cleaning charge, to be determined upon inspection. All trash must be taken off the boat with Renter.
Acknowledgments THE RENTER understands that conditions (weather, water levels, etc.) are variable and that they must exercise caution, pre-planning, and good judgment in the use of the watercraft. At no time should the total weight in the boat or on the inflatable exceed the maximum listed weight. Even if the weight limit has not been reached, caution must be exercised so as not to allow waves to enter the watercraft from rough water or water sports activity.
THE RENTER acknowledges and understands that BRBR cannot guarantee against mechanical failures of the rental equipment. RENTER agrees to immediately notify BRBR of defective or non-working equipment. BRBR will make every reasonable effort to repair or replace the equipment as quickly and efficiently as possible, although this is not always possible during the rental period. BRBR will make repairs due to normal wear and tear on the equipment. Should a repair person make a call to repair or replace equipment that is found to be in working order, and the problem was due to RENTER’s oversight, misunderstandings, damage, neglect, or misuse, RENTER agrees that the repair and all costs will be billed to the RENTER’s security deposit or credit card on file. RENTER must be approved by a BRBR representative, allowing any mechanical adjustments to be made to the watercraft.
THE RENTER agrees that they will provide BRBR with a valid credit card to be kept on file. This card will only be charged if damage or additional RENTER charges exceed the security deposit.
THE RENTER acknowledges and understands that they will return the equipment to BRBR no later than the time reserved. Late returns will result in fees of $50 per hour starting 15 minutes after the time specified in this paragraph. If BRBR is scheduled to pick up the boat/equipment at a set time, and we are not there, the RENTER is not responsible for such a delay in returning the boat/equipment. THE RENTER acknowledges and agrees that the equipment will be operated by the RENTER(s) named in this agreement. RENTER warrants that RENTER is a qualified operator of said equipment. RENTER will not allow any person under the age of 25, or anyone who is not qualified to operate the watercraft to be in charge of the boat while on the water. All operators must sign and provide a valid license to operate the watercraft. The RENTER who provides the credit card is responsible for all financial responsibility regardless of who is operating the watercraft. RENTER will not operate the watercraft, or permit anyone to operate the watercraft while under the influence of alcohol or drugs. RENTER will be responsible for the operation of the watercraft within all local, state, and federal laws and regulations.
I, the RENTER, am responsible for all legal fees, collection agency fees, and court costs for myself and BRBR incurred by any dispute in damages if legal action is necessary, because of my neglect to return the boat/equipment in the same condition that it was received at the beginning of my rental period.
I, the RENTER, hereby release and hold harmless from any legal liability, BRBR, and its owners and agents from any liability for damage and injury or death to myself and or any person or property resulting from the selection, maintenance, or use of this equipment; and for any claims based upon negligence, breach of warranty, contract, claim, or other legal theory, accepting myself, the RENTER, full responsibility for any such damages or injury which may result. It is understood and agreed that the Rental Fee is a presently earned fee for the use of the equipment and that the Security Deposit is a deposit against costs of repairs or cleaning that may be required as a result of physical damage to the equipment during the rental periods or against any liability that RENTER may incur to BRBR according to this agreement. Further, I, the RENTER, am responsible for all damages and/or losses to the watercraft/equipment or any of its contents during that period. RENTER indemnifies and holds BRBR harmless from any loss, damages, expense, or claim, including attorney’s fees, and costs arising out of the RENTER’s acts or omission to act.
I, the RENTER, understand that the sports of boating, water skiing, wake surfing, wakeboarding, riding water toys, or any water sport are HAZARDOUS activities. I, the RENTER, understand that engaging in these sports and use of the equipment involves a risk of injury to all parts of the user’s body and possible DEATH. I, the RENTER, hereby agree to freely and expressly assume, and accept all risks in the use of the equipment rented; and to all individuals that are upon the boat/equipment at any time during the rental period. In the event, that someone is injured during the use of the watercraft and/or accessories, or if someone other than RENTER is operating the equipment during the rental period and is injured, RENTER agrees to pay all deductibles and costs for physical and property damage to all parties involved as proven in a court of law to be the fault of the RENTER or those who were operating the watercraft and/or accessories from the time the RENTER’s pick up the watercraft/accessories until it is returned to the control of BRBR via the agreed-upon check-in procedure.
I, the RENTER, am responsible for all legal fees, collection agency fees, and court costs for myself and BRBR incurred by any dispute in damages if legal action is necessary, because of my neglect to return the boat/equipment in the same condition that it was received at the beginning of my rental period.
BRBR or its agents reserves the right to (a) authorize the use of the equipment and (b) revoke the use of the equipment. Decisions on the part of BRBR or its agents concerning the use of the boats/equipment by RENTER are made for safety reasons, including, but not limited to; unsafe operation of the equipment, lack of sobriety of the RENTER, and unsafe weather conditions.
It is expressly agreed that BRBR shall not be liable for the loss or damage to any property left or stored by RENTER or any other person in or upon said equipment after the return thereof to BRBR. RENTER agrees to hold BRBR harmless from, and against, any such claims.
I agree that this waiver is affecting this rental and all rentals after with Blue Ridge Boat Rentals LLC.
The parties hereto agree that they have read this document in its entirety, and understand and agree to all terms and conditions.
May 5, 2024
BRBR Safety Video
Georgia Boater & Safety Liability Release The Driver is the only one needed to watch this 7-minute safety video.
I agree to adhere to all Georgia Boater and Safety rules, regulations, and laws.
On behalf of myself and my heirs, wards, minor children, executors, and administrators do hereby forever waive, release, and discharge and agree to indemnify and hold harmless Blue Ridge Boat Rentals, LLC, and all its respective contractors, staff, directors, officers, committee members, and their successors and assigns, jointly and severally, from all responsibility, liability, losses, damages, actions, causes of action, claims, rights, judgments, and executions, demands, and expenses, of whatever nature or kind, foreseen or unforeseen, known or unknown, direct or indirect, now or hereafter arising, or otherwise, in any way connected with, arising out of, or resulting from not watching and adhering to all boater safety regulations.
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