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Terms and conditions 

Booking Terms & Conditions

Your luxury villa experience begins with clarity and transparency. Please review the following terms to ensure a seamless booking process.

1. Nature of Agreement

This Agreement becomes legally binding upon the earlier of:

  • Your written signature, or
  • Receipt by Saint BarthélemyVillas.com of your initial payment (non-refundable deposit).

2. Payment Schedule

  • Initial Payment (Non-Refundable Deposit): 30 percent of the total rental amount is due within five days of signing your agreement.
  • Balance Payment: The remaining 70 percent is due no later than sixty-five days before your scheduled arrival.
  • Last-Minute Bookings: For bookings made less than sixty-five days prior to arrival, 100 percent of the rental fees must be paid within five days of issue.
  • Access to the villa will be denied if payment is not received in full.

3. Cancellation Policy & Travel Insurance

  • Cancellations made seventy-five days or more prior to arrival: 25 percent of the total rental fee is retained; the remainder will be refunded within fourteen business days.
  • Cancellations made less than seventy-five days prior to arrival: All amounts paid are non-refundable.
  • We strongly recommend comprehensive travel insurance to protect your investment due to the non-refundable nature of payments within seventy-five days.

4. Security Deposit

  • Yes, a security deposit is required. We hold a valid credit card on file to cover any potential damage during your stay.
  • Security deposits may vary from villa to villa; please refer to the rental agreement for specifics.
  • Any claims will be resolved and released within thirty days of departure, unless otherwise specified.

5. Occupancy & Check-In/Check-Out

  • Standard check-in: 3:00 PM
  • Standard check-out: 12:00 PM
  • Guest numbers must not exceed the agreed limit. Exceeding maximum occupancy is grounds for immediate termination of the agreement without refund.

6. Guest Responsibilities

  • Guests are liable for any damage, injury, or loss during their stay.
  • The villa must be maintained in the condition it was received.

7. Use of Property

  • Illegal or nuisance activities are strictly prohibited.
  • Pets require prior written authorization.

8. Role of the Company

  • Saint BarthélemyVillas.com acts solely as an agent for the villa owner.
  • The Company is not liable for delays, damages, injuries, or the management of the villa.

9. Force Majeure

  • The Company is not responsible for events beyond its control, including natural disasters, war, terrorism, or legal changes.

10. Reporting Issues

  • Any villa problems should be reported immediately. Saint BarthélemyVillas.com will make reasonable efforts to resolve them. Complaints after departure cannot be considered.

11. General Terms & Dispute Resolution

  • Breaches may result in immediate termination of the Agreement.
  • Modifications must be confirmed in writing.
  • Disputes will first be referred to mediation, then to the courts of Saint Barthélemy if unresolved.
  • This Agreement is governed by the laws of Saint Barthélemy, France.
  • The Agreement is non-transferable and non-assignable.

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