Terms & Conditions
By making a booking for accommodation, guests warrant they have read these terms and conditions and agree to be bound by them subject to such changes as are notified to them.
If the booking is made through a third party, the terms and conditions of that third party also apply.
Booking Conditions, Rates and Payments
All rates quoted are in Australian Dollars (AUD) and include GST.
A booking confirmation must be obtained. If a booking confirmation is not obtained, the booking is not confirmed.
It is the responsibility of the guest to review the booking confirmation and promptly advise Beach Houses of Byron if there are any errors or misunderstandings.
To make a booking, a non-refundable deposit of 10% of the booking balance must be paid to Beach Houses of Byron. The balance is payable 14 days prior to arrival.
To make a booking at Cove, a non-refundable deposit of 50% of the booking balance must be paid to Beach Houses of Byron upon booking. The balance is payable 14 days prior to arrival.
The deposit must be received within 24 hours. If a deposit is not received by this time, we will assume you no longer require the reservation, and it will be cancelled.
A 1.5% surcharge applies for all Visa and Mastercard transactions. A 2.0% surcharge applies for all AMEX transactions.
By providing credit card details, guests warrant they have the authority to use the credit card and they authorise Beach Houses of Byron to charge the cost of their booking(s) to that credit card.
Non-payment within these terms may forfeit your booking.
Accommodation
All accommodation is subject to availability.
Beach Houses of Byron will endeavour to provide the accommodation but reserves the right to refuse requests for bookings or actual bookings.
Arrival and Departure
Check in is from 2pm.
Check out is by 10am. At this time, you must check out of the house and return the single key to the key box. A replacement fee will apply should the key(s) be missing.
Rubbish is to be removed and placed in garbage bins located at the side of the house. Pick up all cigarette butts, bottle tops from the house, decks, and gardens.
All furniture is to be placed back in its original position.
The kitchen is to be left as it was found with all dishes, cutlery etc, cleaned and put away.
The BBQ is to be cleaned.
Any damages, breakages or missing items must be reported to management.
Cancellations
If you wish to cancel your booking or any additional services, you must contact Beach Houses of Byron by email at info@beachhouseofbyron.com.au or by phone on 02 6684 7471. We cannot guarantee that any changes can be made.
If the booking is cancelled within 24 hours of making the booking, a refund of the deposit paid will be refunded.
Cancellations made outside of the 24-hour period will result in a loss of deposit paid.
No refund will be granted where a booking is cancelled after 5pm 14 days prior to the arrival date.
No refund will be granted in the event a guest does not arrive for their booking or cancels on the date of their booking.
A cancellation confirmation email must be obtained. If a cancellation email is not received, the booking remains in effect.
COVID-19 Policy
Beach House of Byron will provide a full refund or booking credit less any transaction fees used to facilitate the booking in the event of a government mandated lockdown or border closure UNLESS guests have arrived, and stay has commenced.
Beach Houses of Byron reserves the right to assess and determine a request for cancellation and/or refund.
Insurance
We strongly recommend you purchase travel insurance to cove the loss of monies paid in the event of having to cancel your reservation.
Security Bond
A security bond of $1,000.00 per house will be held (pre-authorization only). The security bond is in addition to the cost of the reservation.
Person(s) booking accommodation are responsible for any loss or damage to it.
Should there be any damage to the house, articles therein, missing items, or excess cleaning due to the house being left in an unacceptable state, these monies will be taken out of the security bond.
The bond is fully refundable after departure providing the property is left in a clean, tidy and undamaged condition.
Noise & Party Policy
Excessive noise or any parties will not be tolerated; Beach Houses of Byron reserves the right to terminate the reservation immediately, without refund. Guests must not create noise which is offensive to neighbours especially between 10pm – 7am and during arrival/departure at any time throughout the occupancy.
Offensive noise is prohibited and may result in:
Termination of permission to occupy the property;
eviction;
loss of rental paid; and
extra charges for security and expenses which may be deducted from security bond.
Security Call Outs
The Holiday Letting Organisation Security call outs are charged at $165inc GST per call out. After a second complaint you may be evicted without refund.
Number of Guests
The number of guests must not exceed the amount stipulated in the itinerary or maximum allowed at the property. Breaches will result in bond deduction or eviction without refund.
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted within the house under any circumstances. Ashtrays are provided for those who wish to smoke outside. Any evidence of smoking in-doors will result in the full security bond being forfeited. Cigarette butts found in the garden will result in a deduction from the security deposit for additional cleaning expenses.
Pets
Pets are not permitted within the property without written consent from the property manager.
Repairs to Appliances in Holiday Let Properties (Off Site Management)
During your stay, the agent endeavours to have repairs to appliances attended to as soon as possible after being reported. However due to circumstances beyond our control (e.g. having to order parts or non-availability of trade’s people) immediate repair may not be possible.
No responsibility is accepted by Beach Houses of Byron or the owner in such circumstances. There will be no refunds or discounts. If repairs cannot be attended to, we will use our best endeavours to supply a substitute appliance.
Special Requests
Whilst we attempt to satisfy all special requests, we are unable to provide a guarantee.
Maps and Images
Map images, if shown, are for general information and may not necessarily reflect latest or actual services and geography.
Schoolies Terms & Conditions
Beach Houses of Byron Terms and Conditions apply; in addition, these conditions also apply.
At BHOB we are pleased to provide an environment for our youth to celebrate their end of school time. Clear guidelines are needed to make things run smoothly. We would like your holiday in Byron Bay to be an enjoyable experience for you and everyone else concerned.
By proceeding to make a booking you acknowledge that all members of your group have read and accepted the schoolies terms and conditions and will abide by them and one nominated group leader will be responsible for the reservation.
Payments and Cancellations</h2<
A non-refundable deposit of 10% of the booking balance is to be paid at the time of the booking. The balance is due 30 days prior to arrival.
Security Bond
A security bond of $2,500.00 per house is charged to the nominated credit card prior to arrival. The security bond is in addition to the cost of the reservation.
Should there be any damages to the house, articles therein, missing items, smoke residue, or excess cleaning due the house being left in an unacceptable state, these monies will be taken out of the security bond.
The bond is fully refundable after departure providing the house is left in a clean, tidy and undamaged condition.
Keys
Two keys per house are issued, a replacement fee will apply if the key is lost.
Visitors
No visitors allowed. The beach house is for registered guests only. The SECURITY GUARD has the right to enter the property if necessary.
Noise & Party Policy
Excessive noise or any parties will not be tolerated; Beach Houses of Byron reserves the right to terminate the reservation immediately, without refund. Guests must not create noise which is offensive to neighbours especially between 10pm – 7am and during arrival/departure at any time throughout the occupancy.
Offensive noise is prohibited and may result in:
Termination of permission to occupy the property;
eviction;
loss of rental paid; and
extra charges for security and expenses which may be deducted from security bond.
Underage drinking and/or drug taking is illegal and will not be tolerated at any time.
Smoking & Rubbish
Absolutely no smoking inside the property. Charges for cleaning due to smoking in the property will be deducted from your bond.
Extra cleaning charges will be deducted from your security bond should any rubbish items, including cigarette butts, cans, bottles, etc. are left on the ground or in gardens.
Security
A security guard will be observing your accommodation during your stay. This is not just to keep an eye on noise levels, but for your security and we encourage you to speak to the guard if you feel it necessary.
If the security guard reports to Beach Houses of Byron intolerable behaviour from any member of your group, this may result in eviction without refund.
Breaches of these conditions may result in the forfeiture of your security bond, refusal of key and/or eviction at the discretion of the management. if you are evicted prior to your departure date the balance of your accommodation is not subject to refund.
All guest details are kept private and confidential.
We always do our best to ensure your arrangements are satisfactory. Beach Houses of Byron management and employees shall not be liable for any injury, damage, loss, additional expenses, accident, delay, changes in accommodation, breakdown in equipment or vehicles, weather, strike, sickness, theft, cancellation or the foregoing shall likewise not be liable for any injury, damage, loss additional expenses, accident, delay or irregularity, whether to the property, person, or otherwise arising in connection with any accommodation or in connection with any vehicle or transport or other services.