Tel: 01479 812 587
Email: gina@aviemorecottages.co.uk

Standard Terms and Conditions 2007

Telephone reservations will be held as provisional reservations for a short period only, and must be confirmed by post immediately. All cheques to be made payable to Aviemore Cottages. Reservations are considered confirmed only on receipt of the reservation form and deposit. All bookings require a £50 deposit (non-returnable upon cancellation) per week booked to secure the booking. The total booking fee to be paid not less than 1 month prior to arrival. Bookings made within 1 month of arrival date to be paid in full.

Cancellation: Should you have to cancel, you must advise us in writing immediately. The deposit paid is not refundable, and is forfeit. Due effort will be made to re-let the property. If a suitable tenant cannot be found, then all rent paid is forfeit. If it is re-let, the amount of any rent paid will be refunded less any expenses incurred. Failure to pay the rent in full by the due date is treated as a cancellation.

Period of let: This will normally be on a weekly basis(especially during school holidays) from Saturday to Saturday. Tenancies begin at 4 p.m. on day of arrival, and end at 10 a.m. on day of departure. Failure to depart by 10am (unless by prior arrangement) will result in loss of full deposit.

The Tenancy: The contract effected on receipt of confirmation of booking is in terms of Section 2 (1) (bbb) of the Rent (Scotland) Act 1974, and confers on the tenant the right to occupy the house for the period agreed for holiday purposes only. The number of persons occupying the house must not exceed the number for which the accomodation has been reserved. We reserve the right to levy an extra charge in the case of a larger number of persons than approved using the accomodation, or may terminate the rental period because of unreasonable behaviour or damage to the property.

Shortcomings & Defects: Please advise us immediately of any shortcomings in the house. We cannot accept subsequent claims for shortcomings not so notified. The Tenants must notify us immediately of any damage or defects detected during their stay. Failure to do so may result in the Tenants being made liable for any damages or defects. Tenants may be billed for any damaged or missing items. Please advise of any damages caused during your stay on departure.

Electricity: On some properties as stated in the property page, the electricity meter will be read immediately prior to, and at the end of each period of let. The cost of the amount of electricity consumed during the period of let then will be deducted from the Tenant’s deposit. Some properties include electricity in the rental.(as stated on the prices page)

Pets: On stated properties, you may bring a cat or dog with you, but please let us know when you book. THERE IS A £10 SURCHARGE FOR PETS. You must bring your pet’s basket, as they are only permitted on the strict understanding that they must not lie on bedding or chairs, and will be restrained from causing undue annoyance to other residents. They should not be left unattended, must be kept on a lead, and prohibited from fouling areas around the house. If your pet does cause undue annoyance or disturbance to other residents, you may be asked to leave the house without refund.

Vehicles: All houses have their own hard standing parking area, which must be used. If vehicles are parked sensibly, up to three cars can easily be accommodated in the parking area. Vehicles must not be left in the road, and they, their accessories and contents are left at your own risk.

Refuse Collection: Refuse collection day will be noted in the house usually around 10 a.m. It is the the responsibility of the Tenant occupying the house on a the night before refuse day to ensure that the wheelie bin is placed at the kerbside at the end of the drive. Failure to do so will result in loss of full deposit.

Items Left Behind: Items left behind are kept for four weeks, after which they are disposed of at our discretion. There is a minimum post and packing charge of £10 for items to be returned.