Terms & Conditions of Sales

Article 1 - This contract concerns the rental of a gîte or a guest room, made available to the tenants mentioned on the back of this document. This is accommodation in a building of character (see detailed description of the composition of the accommodation and facilities below).

Article 2 - Duration of stay: The tenant signing this contract, concluded for a fixed period, may not under any circumstances claim any right to remain on the premises at the end of the stay.

Article 3 - Conclusion of the contract: The reservation will be validated once the tenant has sent the owner a deposit of 30% of the amount of the rental estimate, as well as a copy of this contract dated & signed. The rental concluded between the parties to this act may not under any circumstances benefit, even partially, third parties, natural or legal persons, unless the owner has given written consent. Any breach of this last paragraph would be likely to result in the immediate termination of the rental at the tenant's expense. The rental amount remains definitively acquired by the owner.

Article 4 - Cancellation by the tenant : Any cancellation must be notified to the owners as soon as possible, by e-mail AND telephone call .

a) cancellation before arrival at the premises:

No penalty applied if cancellation 15 days before arrival. 50% penalty if cancellation between 14 and 4 days, 100% beyond.

If the tenant does not show up within 2 hours of the date and time of arrival indicated on the contract (i.e. between 5:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. on the day of arrival), this contract becomes null and void and the owner may dispose of his accommodation without claiming any reimbursement from the tenant. In the event of the tenants' absence, the penalties will be payable within 72 hours.

b) if the stay is shortened, or the arrival date postponed during the stay, due to the tenant, the rental price remains acquired by the owner. No refund will be made.

Article 5 - Cancellation by the owner before arrival: The owner will refund the tenant the full amount paid for the rental. This cancellation will not give rise to any compensation in damages.

Cancellation during the stay: the owner will refund the remaining balance due to the tenant in proportion to the remaining days. This refund will be effective within 7 days at the latest. In the event of cancellation of the stay by the tenant, the balance of the remaining days will remain the property of the owner. This cancellation will not give rise to any compensation in damages.

Article 6 - Arrival: The tenant must arrive on the specified day, between 5:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m., the time slot mentioned in this contract. In the event of a late or delayed arrival, the tenant must notify the owner by telephone sufficiently in advance.

Article 7 – Electronic welcome booklet: the link https://notre.guide/lavalleedulaunay can be installed on a tablet, smartphone, or laptop. The data shared in this guide is for information purposes only. The owner cannot be held responsible for errors in information disseminated with this medium.

Article 8 - Inventory: The state of cleanliness of the accommodation upon the tenant's arrival will be noted in the presence of the tenant when the keys are handed over. Cleaning of the premises (except the guest room), in normal use, is the responsibility of the tenant. In the event of abnormal use of the premises, or exceptional dirt, the amount of the cleaning costs will be re-invoiced to the tenant, by deduction from the deposit. Regarding the lodgings, the ""end of stay cleaning"" option does not replace the regular maintenance of the accommodation during the stay by the tenants. The end of stay cleaning involves: emptying the trash, emptying the dishwasher and putting away the dishes. Vacuuming and washing the floors with a detergent product. Washing the toilets and bathrooms. Leaving the bed linen in place.

Article 9 - Security deposit or deposit: Upon the arrival of the tenant, a security deposit, the amount of which is indicated on the front of this contract, is requested by the owner. After the contradictory establishment of the exit inventory, this deposit is returned, less the possible cost of restoring the premises if damage is noted. In the event of early departure (before the time mentioned in this contract) preventing the establishment of the inventory in the presence of the tenant, the security deposit is returned by the owner within a period not exceeding 10 days. In the event of damage noted after the tenants have left, photos will be sent with the complaint.

Article 10 - Use of the premises: The tenant must ensure the peaceful nature of the rental and use it in accordance with the purpose of the premises. Parties are not permitted in the establishment, except with the agreement of the owners. Quietness is requested between 9 p.m. and 9 a.m. for the well-being of all.

Article 11 - Capacity: This contract is established for a maximum capacity of people. If the number of tenants exceeds the capacity, the owner may refuse the additional people. Any modification or termination of the contract will be considered at the initiative of the customer. No refund will be made.

Article 12 - Animals: This contract specifies whether or not the tenant may stay in the company of one or more domestic animals. In the event of non-compliance with this clause by the tenant, the owner may refuse the stay. In this case, no refund will be made. The tenant will ensure that the peace and quiet of the holidaymakers on the estate are respected. He will expressly ensure that the garden of the gîte, the exterior of the estate and the surroundings of the hamlet of Launay, as well as the interior of his accommodation, are kept clean. As such, the "End of stay cleaning" option will ultimately be included in the rental contract as part of the reception of pets . The tenant will read the charter for welcoming pets, and agrees to respect the points set out. The reception of animals is possible after agreement of the owners . A financial contribution will be requested per animal/week of presence. A deposit will be requested at the start of the stay and will be returned at the end of the stay if no damage is noted when the tenant leaves.

Article 13 - Insurance and cancellation insurance: The tenant is responsible for all damages caused by him. He is required to be insured, and to present proof upon request from the owners. The tenant can take out cancellation insurance offered when booking the accommodation. He will select the ""cancellation insurance"" option when paying by direct booking, or by making the request to the owner who will be responsible for contacting the insurer. In this case, the contract will be sent directly by email. Payment for the insurance option will be made to the owner.

Article 14 - Payment of charges: for the Garance, Blandine gîtes and the Camille guest room: Cold water, hot water, electricity, heating (19°C) and wifi charges are included in the rental price, for normal use. For the Morgane and Nolwenn gîtes, water and wifi charges are included in the rental price. Regarding electricity, 8KW/day are included in the rental rate (Gîtes de France recommendation). Total electricity consumption will be determined at the end of the stay, by contradictory meter reading (reading at the beginning - reading at the end of the stay). A total of 8KW will be deducted per day of rental. The difference will be billed at 0.28€/KW.This charge related to the heating of the Morgane and Nolwenn gîtes will be billed only from November 1st to April 30th inclusive (generally observed at 40 to 60€/week). In the event of abnormal use, the additional charges will be billed to the tenant.

Article 15: Slow charging of electric vehicles: a standard French power outlet is available on request at the private car park. A meter records energy consumption. This consumption will be billed at €0.35 incl. VAT/KW.

Article 16 - Disputes: Any claim relating to the rental will be handled by the competent Court.