Booking Terms and Conditions
LA COTTAGE
Booking Terms & Conditions
LC-01 • August 2026
1. Introduction
These Terms & Conditions apply to all bookings for La Cottage, Saint-Maurin, France. By confirming a booking, the Lead Guest accepts these Terms on behalf of all members of the party.
2. Definitions
Owner means Bryn Bennett. Guest means the Lead Guest and all members of the booking. Property means La Cottage.
3. Booking
A booking is confirmed only when accepted by the Owner or booking agent and the required payment has been received.
4. Payments
Payments shall be made in accordance with the booking confirmation or booking platform.
5. Prices
The rental price includes exclusive use of the cottage and private pool, bed linen, towels, Wi‑Fi, electricity, water and normal end-of-stay cleaning unless stated otherwise.
6. Guest Cancellation
Cancellation must be made in writing. Where booked through a booking platform, that platform’s cancellation policy applies. Travel insurance is strongly recommended.
7. Owner Cancellation
If the Property becomes unavailable through circumstances beyond the Owner’s control, monies paid for the accommodation will be refunded. Liability is limited to accommodation payments.
8. Force Majeure
Neither party is liable for events beyond reasonable control including severe weather, wildfire, flood, pandemic, government restrictions, utility failure or war.
9. Arrival & Departure
Check-in from 4:00 pm. Check-out by 10:00 am unless otherwise agreed.
10. Occupancy
Maximum occupancy is three guests plus one infant in a travel cot.
11. Children
Children must be supervised at all times, particularly around the swimming pool and gardens.
12. Swimming Pool
Available daily from 10:30 am to 7:00 pm. Guests use the pool at their own risk. No diving, no glass and no dangerous behaviour. The Owner may close the pool temporarily for maintenance or safety.
13. Health & Safety
Guests shall use the Property responsibly, report hazards promptly and follow all safety guidance.
14. Care of the Property
Leave the Property in a clean and tidy condition, report accidental damage promptly and respect neighbours.
15. Smoking
Smoking and vaping are not permitted inside the Property.
16. Pets
Pets are not permitted.
17. Parking
Parking is at the Guest’s own risk.
18. Wi‑Fi
Complimentary Wi‑Fi is provided but uninterrupted service cannot be guaranteed.
19. Owner Access
The Owner may access the Property for emergencies or essential maintenance, giving notice wherever practicable.
20. Complaints
Please report any issue immediately so it can be resolved during your stay.
21. Liability
The Owner is not liable for loss of personal belongings, interruption of utilities or events beyond reasonable control, except where liability cannot legally be excluded.
22. Privacy
Personal information is handled in accordance with the La Cottage Privacy Policy.
23. Governing Law
These Terms are governed by the laws of France.
24. Acceptance
By confirming a booking, the Lead Guest accepts these Terms on behalf of all members of the party.
Our Commitment
Our aim is to provide a beautiful, peaceful and exceptionally clean holiday home. If there is anything that can be done to make your stay more enjoyable, please let the Owner know and every reasonable effort will be made to assist.
Disclaimer
These Terms and Conditions are only a summary document and cannot be relied upon to represent the true contractual relationship. For proper interpretation of the contractual position please view Terms and Conditions LC01 available upon request.
