Booking Terms & Conditions

La Grange, Liffernet
46100 Lunan, Figeac
France

1             The property known as La Grange, Liffernet ("the Property") is offered in whole or in part for holiday rental subject to confirmation by Peter and Carolyn Smith ("the Owners") to the renter ("the Client")

2             Rental prices are as set out on our website, www.lagrangeliffernet.com  and are payable in sterling for the maximum number of people in the party.

3             Prices include Taxe de Sejour, electricity, gas, final cleaning, supply and laundry of bed linen, bath towels and tea towels. Swimming towels and towels for the removal of hair colorants or self-tanning lotions must be provided by guests.

4             To reserve the Property, the Client must complete, sign and return the Booking Form together with payment of the initial non-refundable deposit (25% of the total rent due). Following receipt of the Booking Form and deposit, the Owners will send formal confirmation of acceptance of the booking.

5             The balance of the rent is payable not less than eight weeks before the start of the rental period. If payment is not received by the due date, the Owners reserve the right to give notice in writing that the reservation is cancelled. The Client will remain liable to pay the balance of the rent unless the Owners are able to re let the Property. In this event, Clause 12 of these Booking Conditions will apply. Reservations made within eight weeks of the start of the rental period require full payment at the time of booking.

6             A refundable security deposit of £500 is required as security for any damage to the property and contents and for any excessive cleaning charges incurred as a result of your stay. However, the sum reserved by this clause shall not limit the Client's liability to the Owners. The Owners will account to the Client for the security deposit and refund the balance due within two weeks of the Client's departure.

7             Any chargeable expenses arising during the rental period (eg advance shopping, babysitting) will also be deducted from the security deposit.

8             The rental period shall normally commence on a Sunday at 5pm and finish on a Sunday at 10am. The Owners shall not be obliged to offer access to the site, facilities or accommodation before the time stated and the Client shall not be entitled to remain in occupation after the time stated in order to facilitate the changeover from previous, or for next, guests. However, wherever possible, the Owners will endeavour to accommodate the needs of the Client. Additional cleaning labour charges, due to late departure, will be deducted from the security deposit.

9             The maximum number of people to reside in the Property must not exceed that stated on the Booking Form and paid for and should be confirmed when the final payment is made. However, at no time can more than 14 people plus 2 babies be accommodated on the property. Failure to advise the correct number of people staying in the gite may mean cancellation of the booking and loss of all monies paid.

10           The accommodation and facilities of La Grange are for the exclusive use of those residing in the Gite. Occasional guests may only be admitted to the Property with the permission of the Owners.

TRAVEL INSURANCE AND THE OWNERS’ LIABILITY

11           Clients are strongly advised to arrange a comprehensive travel insurance policy, to include cover for cancellation (either by the Owner or the Client), the party’s personal belongings, public liability, personal injury etc, since these are NOT covered by the Owners’ insurance.

12           Subject to Clauses 5 and 6 above, in the event of a cancellation 8 weeks or less before the rental period, refunds of the amounts paid will only be made if the Owners are able to re let the Property, and any expenses or losses incurred in so doing will be deducted from the refundable amount. Should the Client need to terminate the stay early, there will be no reimbursement of rental paid.

13           The Owners shall not be liable to the Client:

a)             for any temporary defect or stoppage in the supply of public services to the Property nor in respect of any equipment, plant, machinery or appliances in the Property or grounds.

b)             for any loss, damage or injury which is the result of adverse weather conditions, riots, strikes or other matters beyond the control of the Owners.

c)             for any loss, damage or inconvenience caused to or suffered by the Client if the property shall be destroyed or substantially damaged for any reason whatsoever before the start, or during the course, of the rental period. In any such event, no reimbursement will be made of refundable sums previously paid in respect of the rental period and the Client will need to claim for any such loss, damage or inconvenience from his/her own insurers.

d)             for any loss, damage or injury caused by the Client's use of the accommodation, amenities or to the Client's vehicles and belongings or incurred by the Client how so ever arising.

14            The use of the accommodation and amenities, such as the swimming pool, and the presence of the naturally occurring flora and fauna are entirely at the users’ own risk and no responsibility can be accepted for injury or loss arising from such use. Children are not allowed in the swimming pool without adult supervision. No boats or dinghies are allowed in the pool. No house towels to be used outside. The pool is only available during the summer season. No responsibility can be taken by the Owners for children playing in/near the swimming pool.

15            Under no circumstances shall the Owners liability to the Client exceed the amount paid in respect of the rental period.

CLIENT RESPONSIBILITIES

16            The Client agrees to be a considerate tenant and not to act in any way which would cause disturbance to neighbouring residents. We reserve the right to terminate without notice where behaviour of members of the party is causing annoyance, distress, damage or danger to the Owners, the property or a third party. No refunds will be made in this event.

17            The Client also agrees to take good care of the Property and to leave it in a clean and tidy condition at the end of the rental period. Although a final clean is included in the rental, the Owners reserve the right to make a retention from the security deposit to cover additional cleaning and laundry costs if the Client leaves the Property in an unacceptable condition. Any spoilage to linen as a result of misuse will also be deducted from the security deposit.

18            The Client agrees not to use the rental agreement to benefit in any way from any third party, person or enterprise unless by written agreement from the Owners.

19            The Client shall report to the Owners without delay any defects in the Property or breakdown in the equipment, plant, machinery or appliances in the Property and grounds. The Owners will arrange for repair and/or replacement to be made as soon as possible.

20            The clients and their party shall acquire no rights over the property, its contents or land, except its occupation as a holiday let for the rented period. The clients shall not sub-let the property.

PETS, SMOKING, FOOD AND ALCOHOL

21            The Owners are unable to accept the Client's domestic pets during the rental period. The Client accepts     that a 'No Smoking' and a ‘No Food or Alcohol’ policy in the bedrooms is in operation. Smoking is permitted in the living area and anywhere in the grounds. Clients are requested, however, to ensure that cigarette ends are properly disposed of.

GENERAL

22            The Owners reserve the right to reasonable access to the property in order to carry out any maintenance which may be required.
               
23            Whilst every effort has been made to ensure that the details provided are accurate, the representations and details shall not give rise to any liability on the part of the Owners. Every effort will be made to notify any changes in the details prior to the commencement of the holiday.
24            This contract shall be governed by English law in every particular including formation and interpretation and shall be deemed to have been made in England. Any proceedings arising out of or in connection with this contract may be brought in any court of competent jurisdiction in England. The Client shall signify his acceptance and agreement of the Terms & Conditions by signing in the appropriate place on the Booking Form

(NB         Please note that these terms and conditions will be included with the confirmation of your booking)

Dec 2009