Booking Terms & Conditions
Booking Terms and Conditions
- Definitions
- Guest – the person making the booking and all members of their party.
- Owner – the individual owner of the holiday property.
- Agent – Keswick Holiday Homes, who act only as booking agent for the Owner.
- Property – the holiday accommodation booked.
- Booking & Payments
- A booking is only confirmed once the deposit has been received and written confirmation issued by the Agent.
- A non-refundable deposit of £100 per week is payable at the time of booking.
- A non-refundable booking fee of £15 is payable with the balance payment. This fee is separate from the property rental price and is not included within the advertised accommodation cost. The booking fee is non-refundable under all circumstances.
- The balance of the rent is due six weeks before arrival. If the balance is not paid on time, the booking may be treated as cancelled and the deposit forfeited.
- Payments can be made by debit/credit card (via Stripe), bank transfer, or cheque.
- All monies paid are non-refundable unless the property is re-let at the full price.
- Cancellations & Insurance
- If you cancel your booking, you will remain liable for the full rental cost unless the property is re-let at the full rate, in which case a refund will be made for the re-let period.
- We strongly recommend that you take out comprehensive travel insurance to cover illness, accidents, and other unforeseen circumstances.
- If the Owner/Agent is forced to cancel due to circumstances beyond our control (force majeure), we will endeavour to offer alternative accommodation or dates, but liability is limited to monies paid.
- Security Deposit, Damage & Cleaning
- Guests are responsible for the property and its contents during their stay.
- Any damage, breakages, missing items, or extra cleaning required will be charged to the Guest.
- Pets / Dogs
- Dogs are only permitted in designated dog-friendly properties and must be declared at the time of booking.
- A pet fee may apply and will be confirmed at the time of booking.
- The maximum number of dogs permitted for each property must not be exceeded.
- Dogs must not be left unattended in the property unless agreed in advance.
- Dogs must not be allowed on beds or furniture. Guests are asked to bring their own dog bedding.
- Guests must bring their own towels/blankets for drying dogs and muddy paws. Property towels must not be used for dogs.
- Dogs must be kept under control at all times and guests are responsible for cleaning up after them, both inside and outside the property.
- Any damage, excessive cleaning, or additional laundry required as a result of dogs, including evidence of dogs on beds or furniture, will be charged to the Guest.
- Use of Property
- Only the Guests named on the booking form are permitted to stay in the property.
- The maximum occupancy stated must not be exceeded. Over-occupancy, parties, or events are strictly prohibited.
- No smoking or vaping is permitted inside any property.
- Pets are only permitted in designated properties, and must not be left unattended. Evidence of pets on departure may incur additional cleaning charges.
- Arrival & Departure
- Bookings normally run from Saturday–Saturday or Friday–Friday, unless otherwise confirmed.
- Check-in from 4.00 pm; check-out by 10.00 am.
- Late departure without agreement may incur a charge.
- Guests must leave the property clean and tidy, with bins emptied, dishes washed, and furniture returned to its original position.
- Liability
- The Owner/Agent cannot accept liability for any injury, loss, or damage to the Guest, their property, or vehicles, unless caused by negligence.
- Guests are strongly advised to arrange their own insurance for personal belongings and travel disruption.
- Access & Maintenance
- The Owner/Agent (or contractors) may enter the property at reasonable times to carry out necessary repairs or maintenance.
- We make every effort to ensure facilities and appliances are in working order. However, no compensation will be given for temporary failure of utilities, appliances, or services.
- Complaints
- Any issues should be reported immediately to the Agent during your stay, so we have an opportunity to resolve them.
- Complaints received after departure cannot be properly investigated and therefore cannot be considered.
- Termination of Stay
- The Owner/Agent reserves the right to terminate a booking and evict Guests immediately, without refund, if these Terms are breached, or if Guests cause nuisance, damage, or behave unlawfully.
- Force Majeure
- Neither the Owner nor the Agent shall be liable for any change or cancellation caused by events beyond our reasonable control, including but not limited to: war, riot, strikes, epidemics, pandemics, natural disasters, or government restrictions.
- Governing Law
- These Terms are governed by English law. Any disputes will be subject to the exclusive jurisdiction of the English courts.
- Data Protection
- Guest information is collected solely for the purpose of managing bookings and will not be shared with third parties for marketing without consent.
- Data is stored securely in line with GDPR. Guests may request deletion of their data after their stay, subject to legal record-keeping requirements.