Find out how to book a stay at No3 The Old School House

THE ‘PROPERTY’

The ‘property’ referred to in these terms and conditions is for 3 Old School House, Cawsand, Cornwall, PL101PD

THE ‘HOLIDAY PARTY’

The ‘holiday party’ referred to in these terms and conditions are for all named persons on the booking form.

THE ‘OWNER’

The ‘owner’ referred to in these terms and conditions of contract is for Edward Pertwee, 18 Danes Way, Oxshott, Surrey, KT22 0LX

NUMBER OF PERSONS

The maximum number of persons allowed to stay at 3 Old School House is 6 (plus 1 infant in cot) and should not be exceeded without the owner’s permission. Only the persons named on the booking form are permitted to stay at the property. The person making the booking must be aged 21 years or older. The owner must be informed of any changes to the persons named on the booking form.

BOOKING PROCEDURE

Please check the availability calendar on the website and complete the email enquiry form, or alternatively you can contact the owner by telephone. All email enquiries will be answered within 24 hours of sending. Once you have received notification that your selected dates are available, the booking is not confirmed until the owner has received a booking form, together with a 25% deposit to secure the booking. This payment is fully refundable if for any reason the owner cannot confirm the booking. Once the owner has confirmed your booking in writing you are responsible for the whole of the rental amount payable to the owners no later than 6 weeks prior to the date of the start of the rental period.

If a booking is made less than 6 weeks before the start date full payment will be due.

PRICES

Prices are for self-catering accommodation only. Prices include utilities, bed linen, towels, toiletries, essential kitchen ingredients, and complimentary locally sourced treats.  Beach towels are not included. Payment may be made Bank Transfer.

SECURITY DEPOSIT

A security deposit of £350.00 is required with the final balance of the rental cost. This will be returned within 14 days after the end of the rental period, once the property has been inspected to ensure that it has been left in the state it was found, with no damage or loss to anything in the property, or extra cleaning required. If the property has not been left in a satisfactory condition, the appropriate deductions will be made. Any remaining balance will be returned to the holiday guest within 14 days after the end of the rental period. All damages caused any member of the holiday party must be reported to the owner at the end of the rental period. If any loss, damage or extra cleaning is above the value of the security deposit then the holiday party will be responsible to pay these costs and will be requested to do so in writing by the owner. The owner reserves the right to hold the security deposit for longer than a 14 day period should there be a dispute over payment or the owner is awaiting bills for damage or proof of damage.

OCCUPATION AND DEPARTURE

Unless otherwise agreed with the owner, the normal time of occupation is after 4pm on the first day of rental. Departure must be by 10am on the last day of rental to allow time for changeover inspection and cleaning. Should the housekeeping team have to wait to enter the property, this time will be chargeable according to their hourly rate.

PROVISION OF KEYS

The owner will write to the holiday party outlining the procedure for obtaining and returning keys for the property once the rental balance and security deposit has been received in full.

CANCELLATIONS

Cancellations must be notified in writing (including by email) to the owner immediately.
Once the holiday is booked the guest has entered into a legally binding contract. If forced to cancel, for whatever reason, the following conditions will apply:

More than 42 days (6 weeks) Loss of deposit

Less than 42 days (6 weeks) Loss of deposit and final balance

However, the owner will endeavor to re-let the house on the same hire terms and if a replacement is found at the same rental rate, we will refund all monies in full, less an administration charge of £25. If a replacement is found at a lesser rate, we will refund all monies paid by you, less any difference between the total price for your rental and the price to be paid by the replacement guest, less an administration charge of £25.

If the final balance is not received by the due date, we reserve the right to cancel the booking and the deposit will be forfeited.

It is highly recommended that the holiday party take out travel insurance to cover any such incidences that includes comprehensive cancellation cover.

Where the owner cancels this agreement for any reason and at any time, the holiday party shall be entitled to a full refund of the deposit and any remaining balance paid. The owner shall not be liable for any consequential loss or incidental expenditure that the holiday party may suffer as a result of cancellation.

THE HOLIDAY PARTY’S RESPONSIBILITIES

The owner does not accept any liability for theft, loss or damage to personal belongings, baggage, vehicles or any other item belonging to any member of the holiday party, except in so far as the loss or damage arises from a substantial defect or damage known to the owner or which should have been known to the owner. Save as aforesaid and without prejudice thereto we shall not be liable for consequential or other damages howsoever arising, liability for death or personal injury caused by our negligence not excluded.

Please ensure that all exterior doors are locked and windows are closed when away from the property

The holiday party must not store any dangerous or hazardous material or substance, or any item of a flammable or explosive nature which might unreasonably increase the risk of fire or explosion on or around the property and which would be considered hazardous by a responsible insurance company. The holiday party must keep the property and garden in the same state of repair, cleanliness and condition in which it was found at the start of the rental period.

In cold weather, the holiday party will take reasonable steps to ensure that pipes do not freeze.

The holiday party will be responsible for keeping drains, waste pipes, bath, sinks and toilet free from blockages and shall take care not to dispose of any immiscible or damaging substances such as oil and grease via the drains or waste pipes.

As Old School House is an old building – Nothing apart from loo paper should go down the loo- includes sanitory ware, cotton buds – If the loo becomes blocked an emergency plumber will be called out and cost will be taken from deposit.

It is highly recommended that the holiday party take out travel insurance which includes accidental damage to cover any incidences.

Children should not be left unsupervised in the property or its garden at any time.

The holiday party will not use the property in any way that may impinge upon the property rights of neighbours or create unacceptable noise level disturbances or misconduct either within the property or its grounds.

The holiday party must not sub-let the property.

Smoking is not permitted at the property.

THE OWNER’S RESPONSIBILITIES

The owner shall take out appropriate and adequate building insurance to protect the property against flood, fire, subsidence, storms, malicious damage and all other forms of damage.

The owner shall take out appropriate insurance to cover any fixtures, fittings or appliances that are let with the property.

The owner has contract for the boiler, which ensures that the boiler is kept in good condition by being serviced annually and provides an emergency call-out service, should the boiler fail to function. The owner cannot accept responsibility for any unforeseen boiler breakdowns but will endeavour to have the boiler repaired without any undue delay to the holiday party.

Should any appliances fail during the rental period, the owner will endeavor to have them repaired or replaced without undue delay to the holiday party.

The owner, or others, shall not unreasonably interrupt the holiday party’s use and enjoyment of the property by making excessive and unwarranted demands for access.

The owner is not responsible for any noise disturbance or misconduct arising from neighbouring properties.
The owner does not accept any liability for compensation due to Acts of God or adverse weather conditions or for the failure of any public services.

PETS

Well-trained dogs are permitted to stay at the property and should be fully up-to-date with any flea and worming preventative treatments. There will be a charge of £50 to allow for extra cleaning at the end of the rental period. Dogs must not be left unsupervised, either within the property or its garden, unless the holiday party is confident that their dogs will not damage/soil any of the contents. Please ensure the holiday party cleans up after dogs either within the property or its garden. Other pets are not permitted at the property.

RIGHT OF ENTRY

The owner or any specific tradesman or other persons shall be allowed the right of entry to the property at all reasonable times to carry out any necessary repairs or maintenance, to ensure the property and all appliances are safe,
or responding to emergencies which pose a risk of damage to the property.

These Terms & Conditions shall be governed by the Law of England and Wales.