Terms & Conditions of Sales

I . GENERAL PROVISIONS
The lessee may not under any circumstances claim any right to remain on the premises after expiry of the period originally provided for in this contract.
2. PAYMENT
The booking shall be confirmed when the lessee has returned a copy of this contract accompanied by the deposit poyment (30% of the total price) before the date indicated over the page.
The balance of the rental shall be paid on the day of arrival in cash in euros or by cheque. If these payment methods are not possible, a bank tranfer has to be done at least a week prior to arrival.
3 - SECURITY GUARANTEE OR DEPOSIT
On arrival, a security deposit shall be requested by the owner. The amount of this deposit shall not exceed the total cost of the rental.
It shall be returned to the lessee after completion of the departure inventory in the presence of both parties, or sent to the said lessee within 7 days, minus, where necessary, the cost of returning the premises to their original condition and the cost of replacing items and equipment provided - This deadline shall not exceed 30 days.
Where the security deposit is insufficient, the lessee undertakes to make up the difference, based on supporting documentation provided by the owner.
4 - USE OF THE PREMISES
The lessee shall inhabit the rental property in a peaceful manner and make correct use thereof in accordance with the intended purpose of the premises.
On their departure, the lessee undertakes to return the accommodation in the same state of cleanliness as originally found. If not, the owner or its representant may request a cleaning fee of 40 euros.
The rental property is not under any circumstances to be used by third parties.
The owner must provide the accommodation in compliance with the description they have provided and maintain it in suitable condition.
5 - NUMBER OF OCCUPANTS
The number of lessees may not exceed the accommodation capacity indicated in the contract. However, on excess number may be authorised by the owner. ln this case, and in consideration of ihe additional charges arising from modification of the number of occupants, a supplement may be calculated on a pro rata basis according to the number of persons.
6 - INSPECTION AND INVENTORY
The inspection and inventory of the property and the various facilities shall be made in the presence of both parties at the beginning and end of the stay by the owner or its representant.
7. TERMS OF CANCELLATION
All cancellations must be notified by registered letter:
a) before taking possession:
As a general rule, the deposit shall be retained by the owner; however, it may be returned if the property is re-rented for the some period and at the same price,
b) if the lessee does not arrive on the day stated on the contract:
After a deadline of 24 hours and without prior notification of the owner:
- this contract shall be considered cancelled,
- the deposit shall be retained by the owner,
- the owner may make use of the property for rental purposes.
c) in the event of cancellation of the rental by the owner:
The owner shall refund the lessee of the amount of the deposit received.
8 - INTERRUPTION OF STAY
In the event of early interruption of the stay by the lessee. not attributable to force majeure, no refund shall be provided, apart from the security deposit.
9 - INSURANCE
The lessee is required to insure the premises entrusted or rented to them. They must therefore check that their main residence contract provides for tourist extension (holiday rentals). Where this is not the case, they should seek advice from their insurer. The owner may request a declaration of insurance or, failing this, a sworn declaration.
10 - DISPUTES AND COMPLAINTS
Where the complaint concerns the inventory or descriptive statement of the rental property, it must be expressed in writing within seven days of arrival. The owner and the lessee must seek an amicable settlement where possible. ln relation to other disputes, the lessee may take the case, without time limit, to an agency of representation.