TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Last Updated: January 30th, 2025
1. INTRODUCTION
Cozy Oaks Farm Inc. (“us,” “we,” “our,” or “Website Owner”) owns and operates cozyoaksfarm.com (“Website”). Cozy Oaks Farm Inc. provides information about our venue rental services for weddings and private events, as well as our U-Pick blueberry farm, subject to these Terms and Conditions (“Terms”), our Privacy Policy, and any other terms, conditions, policies, or notices applicable to specific sections of this Website (collectively, “Agreement”).
Please read these Terms carefully. By browsing, accessing, or using this Website, using any facilities or services made available through it, or transacting on it, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you disagree with any part of these Terms, please discontinue use of this Website.
2. WEBSITE AVAILABILITY
Cozy Oaks Farm Inc. may suspend this Website for any reason whatsoever, including but not limited to repairs, planned maintenance or upgrades, and shall not be liable to you for any such suspension.
Cozy Oaks Farm Inc. reserves the right to make any changes to this Website or to discontinue any aspect or feature of this Website without notice.
In the event that Cozy Oaks Farm Inc., in its sole discretion, considers that you are making any illegal and/or unauthorized use of this Website, and/or your use of this Website is in breach of these Terms, Cozy Oaks Farm Inc. reserves the right to take any action that it deems necessary, including terminating, without notice, your use of this Website and, in the case of illegal use, instigating legal proceedings.
3. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
We own all intellectual property (registered or unregistered) relating to the content on this Website, including any and all copyrights, trademarks, design rights, and other intellectual property rights (registered and unregistered).
Information on this Website may be copied for personal use only. No part of this Website may be reproduced, stored, or transmitted in any form or by any means—electronic, mechanical, photocopying, recording, scanning, or otherwise, except as permitted under Section 107 or 108 of the 1976 United States Copyright Act, without the prior written permission of the author. Requests to the author and publisher for permission should be made using the contact form on this Website.
Nothing in these Terms grants you a right or license to use our information or intellectual property without explicit permission.
4. WEBSITE CONTENT
All content on this Website is for informational purposes only and is provided “as is”. We do not make any representations regarding the completeness or accuracy related to the information found on this Website. We are not responsible or liable for the accuracy, usefulness, or availability of any information, nor for any loss or damage arising from your use or reliance on such information provided on this Website. The access and use of any content on this Website does not guarantee any specific results and we are not responsible or otherwise liable in any way for your reliance, acts, or failures to act with regard to the information presented on this Website. You are responsible for your own actions and your reliance upon the content of this Website is done solely at your own risk.
5. BLOG COMMENTS OR USER GENERATED CONTENT
Any user generated content on this Website (e.g., blog comments, testimonials, social media posts) may be publicly available. You own the rights to any content that you post on this Website, but grant us a license so that this content can be displayed and shared on this Website.
We reserve the right to remove any content that we determine to be unlawful, inappropriate, offensive or otherwise objectionable or violates any party’s intellectual property or these Terms. By posting or submitting any material or information to this Website, you agree to grant us an unlimited license so that this content can be shared on this Website. If we receive a valid DMCA Take Down Notice regarding your posted content, we will respond accordingly.
6. PURCHASES
If you purchase any product or service made available on this Website, you may be asked to provide personal and payment information.
When using a credit card or payment provider account (e.g., PayPal), you must use your own account and assume responsibility for any fraudulent or unauthorized use.
7. RETURNS
Deposits for venue rentals or events are generally non-refundable, unless specified otherwise in your signed venue rental contract or event agreement.
For U-Pick produce or perishable products, Cozy Oaks Farm Inc. does not accept returns on purchases made through this Website.
8. PAYMENT POLICY
See our Privacy Policy for details regarding how secure transactions are processed on this Website.
Payment schedules, deposit amounts, and cancellation policies for weddings or private events are outlined in your specific event contract and supersede general policies stated on this Website if there is a conflict.
9. TERMINATION
We reserve the right to terminate or restrict your access to this Website or our services if you violate these Terms. We reserve the right to remove unlawful, obscene, inappropriate, or otherwise objectionable comments or posts on this Website or our social media pages without notice.
10. GOVERNING LAW
These Terms shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Florida, United States, without regard to conflict-of-laws principles.
If any provision of these Terms is found invalid or unenforceable, that provision will be enforced to the maximum extent permissible, and the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.
11. WARRANTY DISCLAIMER
The information contained on this Website is provided “as is,” without any warranty of any kind—express, implied, statutory, or otherwise. We do not guarantee uninterrupted or error-free access to this Website.
You assume all risks associated with using this Website, including downloading files or relying on any content. We are not liable for any damages arising from your use of this Website.
Cozy Oaks Farm Inc. does not make any warranty or representation that information on this Website is appropriate for use in any jurisdiction (other than the United States). By accessing this Website, you warrant and represent to Cozy Oaks Farm Inc. that you are legally entitled to do so and to make use of information made available via this Website.
12. VISITOR REGISTRATION
Visitors may need to register with this Website in order to access certain services or features. When you register, you agree to provide information about yourself that is true, accurate, current and complete in all respects. Should any of your registration information change, please notify us immediately using this Website’s contact form. We may change or add registration requirements at any time.
13. NO COMMERCIAL USE
This Website is for personal, non-commercial use only. You may not modify, copy, distribute, transmit, display, reproduce, publish, license, commercially exploit, create derivative works from, transfer, or sell any content obtained from this Website for commercial purposes without our express written permission. You may not use this Website, or any of its content, to further any commercial purpose, including any advertising or advertising revenue generation activity on your own site.
14. SPECIFIC USE / PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES
You agree not to use this Website to post or transmit any message or material that is unlawful, harassing, defamatory, abusive, indecent, threatening, harmful, vulgar, obscene, sexually orientated, racially offensive, profane, pornographic or violates any applicable law, and you hereby indemnify the Website Owner against any loss, liability, damage or expense of whatever nature which the Website Owner or any third party may suffer which is caused by or attributable to, whether directly or indirectly, your use of this Website.
You must not introduce or transmit any viruses or malicious code that could harm the Website.
15. EVENT CONDUCT
As a wedding and events venue, we strive to maintain a welcoming and enjoyable atmosphere for all guests. By renting or attending an event at Cozy Oaks Farm Inc. (“Cozy Oaks Farm,” “we,” “us,” or “our”), you agree to comply with the following guidelines:
Noise Restrictions
Quiet Hours: Events must conclude or reduce noise levels by 10 p.m. in accordance with local ordinances or as otherwise specified in your rental agreement.
Volume Control: Excessive noise that disturbs neighbors or other guests may result in early termination of the event or additional fees.
Alcohol Rules
Licensed Providers: If alcohol is served, it must be provided and served by a licensed and insured vendor.
ID Checks: All guests who consume alcohol must be of legal drinking age; licensed and insured vendors, the renter, or wedding planner/day-of coordinator are responsible for verifying the IDs of any guest who consumes alcohol on the property.
Responsible Consumption: We reserve the right to require the discontinuation of alcohol service if there is excessive consumption or inappropriate behavior.
Property Care and Damage Policies
Decorations & Setup: Any decorations or setup must be pre-approved, and decorations that could damage structures (e.g., nails, staples) are prohibited without written permission.
Cleanup: You are responsible for returning the venue to its original condition, unless cleanup is included in your contract. Additional cleaning fees may apply if the venue is left in disarray.
Damage: You (as the renter or event host) assume responsibility for any damage to the property, furnishings, or equipment caused by you, your guests, or third-party vendors. Repair or replacement costs will be billed to the responsible party.
Insurance Requirements
Mandatory Liability Insurance: You must obtain an event liability insurance policy covering both bodily injury and property damage, with at least $1,000,000 in coverage per occurrence. The policy must name Cozy Oaks Farm Inc. as an additional insured.
Proof of Coverage: A valid certificate of insurance (COI) must be provided no later than 30 days prior to your event date. If the COI is not received by this deadline, we reserve the right to cancel or reschedule your event.
Vendor Insurance: Any third-party vendors (e.g., caterers, photographers, entertainers) must also carry their own liability insurance. You are responsible for ensuring your vendors comply with this requirement and provide proof of coverage if requested.
Compliance with Laws and Venue Rules
Local Regulations: You must adhere to all local, county, state, and federal laws, ordinances, and regulations, including any health and safety guidelines that may apply.
Failure to Comply: Violations of our Event Conduct policies or your rental agreement may result in immediate termination of the event, removal from the premises, or additional fees, at our discretion.
By hosting or attending an event at Cozy Oaks Farm, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to abide by this Event Conduct policy and these Terms, in addition to any other rules specified in your event contract.
16. FORCE MAJEURE
Cozy Oaks Farm Inc. shall not be liable for any delay or failure to perform its obligations under these Terms or under any event agreement if such delay or failure results from circumstances beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to acts of God, natural disasters, epidemics or pandemics, war or civil unrest, terrorism, governmental restrictions, labor strikes, power outages, or other unforeseen events (“Force Majeure Event”).
Notification
If a Force Majeure Event occurs, we will make reasonable efforts to notify you as soon as possible of any anticipated delays or inability to fulfill our obligations (e.g., hosting your event on the scheduled date).
Rescheduling or Cancellation
In the event we are unable to host your wedding or private event due to a Force Majeure Event, we will work with you in good faith to reschedule the event to a mutually agreeable date and time, subject to availability.
If rescheduling is not possible, any refunds or credits will be handled in accordance with the terms of your venue rental agreement or event contract.
Limitations
Our total liability for any inability or delay in hosting your event due to a Force Majeure Event is limited to the remedies described above. We are not responsible for any additional or consequential losses, costs, or damages you may incur as a result of such delays or cancellations.
By booking an event or using our services, you acknowledge that certain circumstances beyond our control may affect our ability to perform and you agree to the Force Majeure provisions outlined in this section.
17. DISCLAIMER OF LIABILITY
We disclaim all liability for any loss, damage (whether direct, indirect or consequential), personal injury, or expense of any nature whatsoever which may be suffered by you or any third party (including your company), as a result of, or which may be attributable, directly or indirectly, to your access and use of this Website or any information contained on this Website. In particular, neither the Website Owner nor any third party or data or content provider shall be liable in any way to you or to any other person, firm, or corporation for any loss, liability, damage (whether direct or consequential), personal injury or expense of any nature whatsoever arising from any delays, inaccuracies, errors in, or omission of any information or the transmission thereof, or for any actions taken in reliance thereon, or by reason of non-performance or interruption, or termination thereof.
In no event shall we (or any affiliated parties) be liable to you for any loss or damages resulting from the use or display of your user generated content, your use or access to this Website, the Website generally or any other interactions with this Website or us. You hereby release us from liability or responsibility for any claims related to your use, access or reliance of this Website.
For venue rentals, private events, and U-Pick experiences: You acknowledge that participating in on-farm activities involves inherent risks (e.g., uneven terrain, weather, contact with animals, etc.). By booking or participating in events or U-Pick, you voluntarily assume all risks and agree to release us from any liability or claims to the fullest extent permitted by law.
18. LINKS
This Website may contain links to third-party websites (“External Links”). External Links may be provided for your convenience, but they are beyond the control of the Website Owner and no representation is made as to their content. Once you leave this Website or are redirected to a third-party website or application, you are no longer governed by these Terms or this Website’s Privacy Policy.
Use or reliance on any External Links is at your own risk. When visiting External Links you must refer to that external website’s terms and conditions of use. We have no control over, and assume no responsibility for, the content, privacy policies or practices of any third party websites or services. You further acknowledge and agree that we shall not be responsible or liable, directly or indirectly, for any damage or loss caused or alleged to be caused by, or in connection with, use of, or reliance on, any such content, goods or services available on or through any such websites or services.
No hypertext links shall be created from any website controlled by you or otherwise to this Website without the express prior written permission of the Website Owner. Please contact us if you would like to link to this Website or would like to request a link to your website.
This Website may include “Affiliate Links,” wherein we may receive a small commission if you make a purchase using the link. However, all opinions remain our own, and we only endorse or link to products or services that we genuinely recommend.
19. UPDATES
These Terms may be updated from time to time. Material changes will be posted on this page with a revised “Last Updated” date. Your continued use of this Website after any modifications signifies your acceptance of those changes.
20. QUESTIONS & CONTACT INFORMATION
If you have any questions about these Terms, please contact us through the contact form on this Website, or via email at contact@cozyoaksfarm.com.