Terms and Conditions
General and Booking Terms for Holiday Home "Joie de Vivre" - May 28, 2026.
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1. Definitions
Landlord: RRJ Herfkens, located in Dreischor.
Accommodation: the holiday home as advertised on the website.
Tenant: the person who makes the booking and is responsible for all co-guests.
Stay: the agreed rental period.
2. Conclusion of the Booking
A booking is concluded once the landlord has confirmed the reservation in writing or by email.
The tenant receives a booking confirmation with the rental price, additional costs, and payment terms.
The tenant must be at least 18 years old.
3. Payment
Upon booking, a first installment of 40% of the total rental amount is due and payable immediately (<48 hours) after the reservation is confirmed in writing.
The final installment of 60% by the tenant must be paid at least 6 weeks before the start of the rental period.
For bookings made within 6 weeks of the start of the rental period, the full amount must be paid immediately (<48 hours).
If payment(s) are not received, the landlord has the right to cancel the booking immediately, and any amounts already paid will not be refunded to the potential tenant.
4. Security Deposit
The tenant pays a security deposit of € 500. The deposit is deducted from the rental amount.
The deposit will be refunded within 7 days after departure, provided no damage, loss, or additional cleaning costs are found.
Any damage will be deducted from the deposit.
5. Arrival and Departure
Check-in from 5:00 p.m.
Check-out by 9:30 a.m. at the latest.
Deviations are only possible after prior coordination.
6. Use of the Accommodation
The accommodation may only be used by the number of persons specified in the booking.
Parties, events, and commercial activities are not permitted without written consent.
The tenant must behave as a good householder and consider neighbors.
Smoking is not allowed.
1 dog is allowed; multiple dogs are only permitted with the written consent of the landlord.
7. Damage and Liability
The tenant is liable for damage caused by themselves, co-guests, or visitors.
The landlord is not liable for loss, theft, or damage to the tenant's property.
Use of the accommodation and any facilities is at the tenant's own risk. In addition, some safety rules have been established for using the pool.
8. Complaints
Complaints and/or damage must be reported immediately upon arrival and/or during the stay (in writing and with photos in case of damage) so that an appropriate solution can be found. By email rob.herfkens@icloud.com.
9. Force Majeure
Force majeure refers to any situation beyond the reasonable control of the landlord, including natural disasters, government and/or regional measures, power outages, pandemics, and other unforeseen circumstances. In such cases, the landlord cannot be held liable.
10. Privacy
Personal data is exclusively used for processing reservations and communication related to the stay, in accordance with applicable privacy laws in France and the Netherlands. See privacy policy.
11. Governing Law and Disputes
French law applies to this agreement.
Disputes arising from this agreement will be brought before the competent court of the arrondissement where the accommodation is located, unless mandatory consumer laws dictate otherwise.
If a provision of these terms is found to be invalid, the remaining provisions will remain in full force and effect.
12. Tourist Tax (Taxe de Séjour)
The tenant is liable for tourist tax in accordance with the applicable regulations of the municipality where the accommodation is located.
The tourist tax is included in the rental price.
Changes in local tax rates may be passed on to the tenant.
13. Mandatory Guest Registration
The tenant is responsible for providing correct data of all guests to comply with French legal obligations or local regulations.
15. Swimming Pool and Outdoor Facilities (if applicable)
Use of the swimming pool, play equipment, and other facilities is entirely at the tenant's own risk.
Parents or guardians are always responsible for supervising minor guests.
The tenant must strictly adhere to the safety regulations present in or near the accommodation. See also the attached pool safety rules as stated in "house rules."