Refunds, Cancellations, Terms, & Conditions

Terms & Conditions

Boat details:

  • Make: Four Winn
  • Model: Horizon 170LE Year: 2000
  • Type: 4 Cylinder 2-stroke Outboard Power Motor
  • Maximum Occupancy: 6 adults or 1500lbs.

Hereinafter referred to as the (“BOAT”).

OWNER – person who is registered as own of the boat with Texas Park and Wildlife. 

RENTER – person who is renting the boat from the Owner as per the booking details.

The OWNER and RENTER agree to the following terms and conditions in regards to the renting of the BOAT for personal enjoyment:

Refundable Security Deposit:

Upon arrival, a security deposit of $500.00 will be required prior to the BOAT can depart. The deposit may be a credit card charge or cash. The security deposit will be returned after the rental boat is returned and walkthrough completed without any damage and rental bill is paid in full.
A BOAT RENTAL WILL NOT BE ACCEPTED WITHOUT A CREDIT CARD AND A VALID TEXAS DIRVER’S LICENSE ON FILE FOR RENTER.
Rates and Fees: The RENTER has agreed to rent the BOAT based on the the rental rate selected and paid thru the web site.

Refund and Cancellation Policy:

  • Full refund if cancelled 10 days before rental date.
  • 50% refund if cancellation between 5-10 days before rental date.
  • No refund if cancelled within 5 days of rental date. (I can’t rent it out on short notice).
  • This BOAT rental is subject to inclement or impending bad weather or winds in excess of 20mph. Rental fees will be prorated by ½ day increment based on usage.
  • If the BOAT fails to start at time of pickup, a full refund will be issues.
    • Once the boat is accepted and leaves the docs and subsequently if mechanical issues develop with the BOAT, if you choose to bring the BOAT back due to mechanical issues, you will be refunded based on the ¼ day increment based on usage. 

Rental Dates and Equipment:

RENTER has made a booking and paid for it on the web site and OWNER has approved the booking based on the dates selected by the RENTER.
In the event the BOAT is not returned at time specified herein, RENTER agrees to pay for Late Fee at rate as of $75.00 per each hour or partial hour up to the hour.

OWNERS ability to provide the rental BOAT if reserved, is contingent upon and subject to the return of the boat by the previous renter, or any other cause beyond OWNERS control.


BOAT & Equipment Condition:

  1. The RENTER certified that he/she will examined the BOAT and rented equipment at time of pickup and will notate any existing damage on the inspection checklist. RENTER agrees to bring back the BOAT and rented equipment in same condition. Any damage that is not noted in the inspection checklist, will be the responsibility of the RENTER.
  2. In the event of malfunction, breakdown, or if any defect is discovered after acceptance of the rental BOAT the RENTER will immediately report it to OWNER. RENTER is advised to return the BOAT. Continued use of it shall entirely at the RENTERS risk and thus RENTER assumes all liability of injury and damage to all persons and property that may become involved by its continued use.
  3. RENTER explicitly authorizes and allow OWNER to apply the Security Deposit amount and additionally charge to his/her credit card for the full repair cost of any damages or loss of boat and equipment or clean up fee for bring the BOAT back dirty that requires detailing so the BOAT and equipment can be restored back to its original rental condition.
  4. RENTER AGREES TO REPORT ANY ACCIDENT, MALFUNCTION OR BREAKDOWN OF RENTAL CRAFT TO OWNER AND EMERGENCY AUTHORITIES IMMEDIATELY.

BOAT Operation and Conduct:

RENTER, certify that he/she is experienced and capable in all aspects of handling and operation of a water vessel and the BOAT.

RENTER agrees the BOAT will not be occupied by a greater number of persons that is shown in the rental booking through the web site. RENTER is aware of the NO WAKE area rules and is responsible for any damaged caused by my wake.

RENTER agrees not to use, nor permit the use of the BOAT:

  1.  For any unlawful purpose;
  2.  In a careless or negligent manner;
  3.  While under the influence of alcohol or narcotics, or any other drugs;
  4.  By any other person not the signatory of the agreement, or not equally qualified;
  5.  By persons under the age of 25.
  6.  Persons operating the BOAT who are born after Sept 1, 1993 are certified by the Texas Parks & Wildlife to operate a boat.
  7.  Will watch the boating safety video that is provided on the main page of the web site at www.alexboatrental.com prior to operating the BOAT.

Indemnifications:

RENTER acknowledges his/her responsibility for the safe and proper operation of the BOAT and for the safety and welfare of other boaters, persons, and passengers. IT IS AGREED AND UNDERSTOOD BY RENTER that the OWNER shall not be held liable for damages, inconvenience or time lost caused by accident, breakdown or malfunction of the rental BOAT. RENTER FURTHER AGREES to indemnify, hold harmless, and defend the OWNER and its agents, affiliates, and personnel from, and against any and all claims for loss of or damage to property or injury to persons (including death) resulting through the use, operation or possession of said BOAT. RENTER further agrees to hold the OWNER harmless should loss or damages occur to any RENTER’s personal property while carried in, or on, the rental BOAT, including loss or damage by fire, water, theft or any other causes whatsoever.

RENTER explicitly agrees to indemnify and hold OWNER and its agents, affiliates and personnel, harmless of, from and against any and all loss, cost, damages, attorney fee and/or liability in connection with the enforcing of the forgoing rental contract by OWNER, including expense incurred in connection with attempting to collect delinquent rent and in the event of suit by OWNER, to recover possession of said rental property and/or to enforce any terms, conditions and/or provisions hereof. It is understood and agreed that Venue and any action hereunder shall be in the Tarrant county, State of Texas.

Should any term or condition of Rental Agreement be held void or unenforceable, then that term shall be deemed severed from this Agreement and unenforceable, then the remainder Agreement and the enforceability shall not be affected and will remain in full force and effect.

This Terms and Conditions are meant to outline some basic understanding between the OWNER and RENTER as two layman persons.

THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS LISTED HEREIN CONTAIN THE ENTIRE UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN RENTER AND OWNER AND NO OTHER REPRESENTATION OR INDUCEMENT, ORAL OR WRITTEN, HAS BEEN MADE WHICH IS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RENTAL.