Article 1 – Purpose

This contract concerns the rental of the cottages made available on the website www.du-reve-o-naturel.fr. Only French law applies to the contract.

Article 2 – General Provisions

No modifications (cross-outs, additions, etc.) will be accepted in the contract without the agreement of both parties.

The owner agrees not to disclose to any third party any information of any kind, on any medium, that the tenant has provided in connection with the execution of this contract. However, this provision does not apply to requests for information made by authorities and/or courts.

Article 3 – Conclusion of the Contract and Payment

The reservation becomes effective as soon as the tenant has returned a copy of this contract to the owner, accompanied by a deposit of 30% of the stay, before the specified date. The balance of the rental must be paid one month before the arrival date, at which time a joint inventory will be established (see Article 7). Charges not included in the rent must be paid at the end of the stay (see Article 14).

Article 4 – Security Deposit

The tenant pays a security deposit upon arrival. This will be refunded within a maximum of 15 days from the tenant’s departure, deducting any amounts owed by the tenant for restoring the property. The amount of these deductions must be duly justified by the owner based on the exit inventory, estimates, and invoices. If the security deposit is insufficient, the tenant agrees to pay the difference based on the supporting documents provided by the owner. This security deposit cannot in any case be considered as a contribution to the payment of the rent.

Article 5 – Duration

The tenant must leave the premises at the time specified in the contract or at a time agreed upon with the owner after the inventory. The tenant cannot in any circumstance claim any right to remain in the premises after the expiration of the initial rental period provided for in the contract, except with the owner’s agreement.

Article 6 – Arrival

The tenant must arrive on the day specified during the time slot mentioned in this contract. In case of late or delayed arrival, the tenant must inform the owner.

Article 7 – Inventory and Condition of Premises

The inventory and condition of the furniture and various equipment are conducted at the beginning and end of the stay by the owner or their representative and the tenant. If it is impossible to carry out the inventory upon arrival, the tenant will have 48 hours to check the displayed inventory and inform the owner of any discrepancies. After this period, the rented items will be considered free of damage at the tenant’s entry. A joint exit inventory must be established. The tenant agrees that this inventory may be carried out either with the owner or their representative. If the owner or their representative finds any damage, they must inform the tenant within a week.

Article 8 – Use of the Premises

The owner will provide the accommodation in accordance with the description provided and will maintain it in a condition suitable for use. The tenant will enjoy the rental in a peaceful manner and will make good use of it, in accordance with the intended use of the premises. The rented premises are for temporary or vacation residential use, excluding any professional activities of any kind (maximum 3 months).

Upon departure, the tenant agrees to return the rental clean. Any repairs, regardless of their importance, necessitated by the tenant’s negligence during the rental period will be at their expense.

The rental may not benefit any third parties without the prior agreement of the owner. Subleasing is prohibited for the tenant, even free of charge, under penalty of contract termination; the full amount of the rental remains due to the owner.

The installation of tents or the parking of caravans on the rented property is prohibited, except with the prior agreement of the owner.

Article 9 – Capacity

This contract is established for a maximum capacity of 11 people + 1 baby.

The number of tenants may not exceed the maximum accommodation capacity indicated. If the number of tenants exceeds the accommodation capacity, the owner may refuse additional persons. Any modification or termination of the contract will then be considered at the initiative of the client. Exceptionally and subject to the owner’s agreement, this rule may be waived. In this case, the owner will be entitled to charge an additional fee, which must be communicated to the tenant in advance and recorded in the rental contract.

Article 10 – Pets

This contract specifies whether the tenant may stay with a pet. If this clause is violated by the tenant, the owner may refuse the stay. In this case, no refund will be made.

Article 11 – Cancellation and Termination Conditions by the Tenant

Any cancellation must be notified to the owner with acknowledgment of receipt, with the date of receipt being authoritative. According to Article L.114-1 of the Consumer Code, unless otherwise stated in the rental contract, the sums paid in advance to reserve are considered as deposits.

1. Cancellation before arrival
   Cancellation notified more than 30 days before arrival: the owner will refund the tenant the full amount paid in advance within 15 days of the cancellation notification.
   Cancellation notified less than 30 days before the arrival date: the owner retains the full amount paid in advance. No refund will be made.

2. If the tenant does not show up within 24 hours following the date of arrival indicated in the contract, this contract becomes null and the owner may dispose of their rental. The sums paid in advance remain the property of the owner. No refund will be made.

3. If the stay is shortened, the rental price remains the property of the owner. In this case, regardless of the cause of departure, the full amount of the rental remains with the owner. The owner reserves the right to retain the amount of the security deposit under the conditions specified in the paragraph “security deposit.”

Article 12 – Cancellation and Termination Conditions by the Owner

In case of cancellation by the owner before the tenant’s arrival, for any reason other than force majeure, the owner will refund the tenant the full amount paid in advance within 15 days of the cancellation notification.

Article 13 – Insurance

The tenant is responsible for all damages occurring as a result of their actions. They must be insured. They should check if their primary residence insurance includes vacation rental extension. Otherwise, they must contact their insurance company to request the extension of coverage or take out a specific contract under the “vacation rental” clause. A proof of insurance will be required upon entry into the premises.

Article 14 – Payment of Charges

Water and electricity charges are included in the rental price for normal use. In case of abnormal use, charges may be billed to the tenant at the current rate at the time of rental, based on meter readings at arrival and departure, recorded in the inventory.

Article 15 – Disputes

For any claims regarding the rental as well as disputes arising from the execution or interruption of this contract, only the courts of the jurisdiction of the location of the rented property are competent.