IMPORTANT: By accessing and using our country cottage rental website and services, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions. If you do not agree with any part of these terms, you must not use our services.
1. Acceptance of Terms
These Terms and Conditions constitute a legally binding agreement between you and our country cottage rental service. Your use of our website, booking services, and rental properties indicates your acceptance of these terms. We reserve the right to modify these terms at any time without prior notice. Continued use of our services after changes constitutes acceptance of the modified terms.
2. User Obligations and Responsibilities
- Provide accurate and complete information during registration and booking processes
- Maintain the confidentiality of your account credentials and be responsible for all activities under your account
- Use rental properties in accordance with their intended purpose and local regulations
- Respect property rules, neighborhood guidelines, and noise restrictions
- Report any damages or issues immediately to property management
- Ensure all guests comply with maximum occupancy limits and house rules
- Leave properties in the same condition as found, normal wear excepted
- Comply with all applicable laws and regulations during your stay
3. Service Limitations and Restrictions
Our services are subject to availability and seasonal variations. We do not guarantee continuous, uninterrupted access to our website or services. Property availability is subject to confirmation, and we reserve the right to decline bookings at our discretion. Weather conditions, maintenance requirements, or unforeseen circumstances may affect property availability. We are not responsible for temporary service interruptions due to technical maintenance, system updates, or circumstances beyond our control.
Booking Limitations: All bookings are subject to verification and approval. We reserve the right to cancel reservations that violate our policies or appear fraudulent.
4. Intellectual Property Rights
All content on our website, including but not limited to text, graphics, logos, images, photographs, software, and design elements, is protected by copyright, trademark, and other intellectual property laws. This content is owned by us or our licensors and is provided solely for your personal, non-commercial use. You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, create derivative works, publicly display, or commercially exploit any content without our express written permission. Property photographs and descriptions are for promotional purposes only and may not reflect current conditions.
5. Liability Limitations and Disclaimers
We provide our services "as is" without warranties of any kind, express or implied. We disclaim all warranties regarding accuracy, completeness, or reliability of information. Our liability is limited to the maximum extent permitted by law. We are not liable for indirect, incidental, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of our services. Our total liability shall not exceed the amount paid for the specific rental booking. We are not responsible for personal injuries, property damage, theft, or losses occurring during your stay unless directly caused by our negligence.
6. Dispute Resolution and Governing Law
Any disputes arising from these terms or your use of our services shall be resolved through binding arbitration in accordance with applicable arbitration rules. You waive your right to participate in class action lawsuits. These terms are governed by local jurisdiction laws. If any provision is deemed unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall remain in full effect. We encourage users to contact us directly to resolve issues before pursuing formal dispute resolution procedures.
7. Privacy and Data Protection
We collect and process personal information in accordance with our Privacy Policy. By using our services, you consent to data collection and processing as described. We implement reasonable security measures to protect your information but cannot guarantee absolute security. You are responsible for maintaining the confidentiality of your account information.
8. Cancellation and Refund Policy
Cancellation policies vary by property and booking terms. Refunds are subject to the specific cancellation policy applicable to your reservation. We reserve the right to charge cancellation fees as outlined in your booking confirmation. Force majeure events may affect standard cancellation policies. Travel insurance is recommended to protect against unforeseen circumstances.
9. Prohibited Activities
Users are prohibited from engaging in illegal activities, hosting unauthorized events, exceeding occupancy limits, smoking in non-smoking properties, bringing prohibited pets, or causing disturbances. Violation of these restrictions may result in immediate termination of rental agreements and forfeiture of payments.
These Terms and Conditions are effective as of the date of your acceptance and remain in effect until terminated in accordance with these provisions.