Booking Terms & Conditions

La Grange, Liffernet
45100 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 electricity, gas, final cleaning, supply and laundry of bed linen, bath towels and tea towels. Swimming towels and towels for the removal of hair colourants 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 a confirmation invoice and statement. This is the formal 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 relet the Property. In this event, Clause 8 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 security deposit of £500 is required in the case of losses or damage to the property or its contents. 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 or damage to property) will be deducted from the security deposit.

8              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 relet 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 rent. The Client is strongly recommended to arrange a comprehensive travel insurance policy (including cancellation cover) and to have full cover for the party's personal belongings, public liability, since these are not covered by the Owners' insurance.

9              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. 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.

10            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 1 baby 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.

11            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.

12            The Owners reserve the right to enter in to the Gite should it be necessary.

13            The Client agrees to be a considerate tenant and 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 our prices, 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. The Client also agrees not to act in any way which would cause disturbance to neighbouring residents.

14            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.

15            The Owners are unable to accept the Client's domestic pets during the rental period. The Client accepts that a 'No Smoking' policy in the bedrooms is in operation.

16            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.

17            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 of the rental period. In any such event, the Owners shall, within thirty days of notification to the Client, refund to the Client all sums previously paid in respect of the rental period.

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 during any activities. The Client accepts that the use of the facilities and the presence of the naturally occurring flora and fauna are entirely at the Client's own risk.

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

19            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.

20            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 our confirmation invoice/statement)

July 2006