Owners have the option to rent their residences to offset costs through our Guest at Sea rental program.Please see our website for more details: www.storylines.com/guest-at-sea-program.
3.5 -4 mo is the ‘break even’ point for you being on board. Renting it out the rest of the time would cover the annual assessment fees.
If my friends rent their own unit, would this be another owner’s cabin?
Yes.
Could my home be rented out to someone else’s guests, for shorter periods than the general minimum 3 months requirement?
Yes, family or friends of Storylines residents can rent other owners’ units for less than 3 months. For other guests who are not friends/family, rental periods must be a minimum of three months or longer to preserve continuity and community on board.
Storage Available Onboard for Personal Items
As of now, there are no dedicated storage lockers available for purchase. Storage lockers are assigned to residents provided they meet certain criteria, the primary one being that the resident/s must be absent from the vessel for a minimum of 2 months. Once approved, a small storage locker would be issued large enough to secure personal belongings the resident chose to leave behind. The vessel is not equipped to store large, bulky items such as luggage so please bear that in mind when making travel arrangements.
Distribution of Rental Earnings
Rental fees less applicable management fees are credited to your owner’s account. Details of this and your total financial position with Storylines will be available to you via our APP 24/7.
Determination of Rental Price
Storylines rental prices are advised by cruise agencies. World cruises and those over two months sell-out over a year in advance, combined with the unique slower pace of Storylines’ cruising averaging 3 days in each port with many overnight stays, and Storylines’ unique residential community style, ensure strong demand, and will earn our residents the highest possible return on investment.
Sourcing of Rental Clients
Storylines handles all rental activity on your behalf. The Storylines team markets your residence’s availability within our network, as well as through the travel agent community and online cruise resellers.
To ensure that the onboard community is not affected by a change in passengers, we have set certain criteria and safeguards in place. As an example, you may not rent out your residence on Airbnb and there is a 3-month minimum stay for guests unknown to you.
Family and personal friends may stay for as little or as long as they would like.
Referral of Renters
You are most welcome to refer renters for your home while you are away. Please direct them to your Residential Advisor, and we will take it from there on your behalf.
Liability in Case of Damage During Rental
Renters are liable for damages. Should the need occur, Storylines will arrange for any repairs needed and pursue the renter for costs incurred.