Byron Baythers

Terms & Conditions

Arrival and Departure
Check-in is available from 2pm. Check-out is by 10am. Additional charges of $200/hour may be incurred for late check-outs.

Departure Policy Prior to checking out, guests are required to:
1. Place all rubbish in the outside bins (excessive rubbish will incur additional fees);
2. Leave fridge empty, no leftovers in dishes.
3. Wash and stack away all dishes;
4. Leave all linen on beds;
5. Place all used towels in the bathroom;
6. Turn off all electrical equipment, air-conditioning units and ceiling fans;
7. Secure the property - ensure all windows and doors are closed and locked.
8. Bathroom products are provided for personal use during your stay - If the bottles are taken a $50 fee will be charged.

Failure to comply with the above will result in additional charges. Cleaning required above and beyond a standard clean will also incur additional charges, i.e. marks on walls, coffee stains, rewashing of dishes/glasses and clearing out fridge of leftover food and dishes. Please leave keys on kitchen bench when leaving.

CAR PARKING - On site outdoor car parking is available and is secured by remote gates for one car per suite

KITCHENETTE - For the 3 King Suites downstairs we provide a well-stocked shared kitchenette for our guests to use. We provide a large refrigerator, microwave, sink, tea & coffee making gear and other essentials ( crockery, glasses, etc.). This area is to be kept tidy at all times

MID STAY CLEANS - Rooms are cleaned & linen changed on stays of 4 nights or more (linen change, extra towels, toiletries, etc. provided)

Smoking Policy
Smoking inside the property is strictly prohibited. Additional cleaning costs will be charged to guests who do.

Rubbish Policy
At the end of your stay, all rubbish should be placed in the outside bins provided. Any excess rubbish left on the property that does not fit into the bins provided will be subject to a removal fee.

Damages
Guests are responsible for all damages to the premises and/or loss or damage to any items in the premises. Please notify us immediately should any breakages, damage, spillages that could cause permanent damage to our quilts and fabrics or loss occur during your stay. Management reserves the right to withhold the cost/s of repairs or replacements from your nominated credit card. Receipts and photographic evidence (where applicable) will be provided of any damages that require payment by you. Whilst all care will be taken, management accepts no responsibility for personal property left on the premises.

Lost Keys
A charge of $300 will be taken from your credit card for keys that have been lost. This is to cover the expense of changing the locks. A charge of $100 will be taken from your security bond when keys are locked in your property and a call out is required.

Lost Property
Postage charge min $25 for any personal property left in your room. No responsibility will be taken by Byron Baythers.

Maximum Number of People
ADULTS over the age of 21 ONLY - We provide accommodation in which adults can enjoy a child free holiday
MAXIMUM 2 GUESTS per room x 3 king rooms (6 guests at any one time)
MAXIMUM 4 GUESTS in The Residence 2 bedroom apartment
The names of all occupants must be disclosed prior to check-in (infants must be advised as well) and any changes to your guest list must be communicated with the manager. Additional occupants will be asked to leave and additional charges will be deducted from the nominated credit card, unless prior arrangements have been agreed upon.

Noise, Parties and Poor Behaviour
There is to be NO parties or functions at Byron Baythers. Your booking will be cancelled and you will be evicted. The neighbours are not to be disturbed during your tenancy. Please be aware that you are in a residential area and loud noise (including talking, swearing and screaming) is not tolerated at any time of the day.
Should the maximum guest numbers allowed be exceeded without approval or should the police be called to the premises for unruly behaviour or excessively loud/late music after 10pm, your booking will be cancelled, you will be evicted from the premises and your accommodation tariff will not be refunded
Please note that this property does not have any policies, procedures or resources in place to accommodate the unique needs of school graduates during the annual "Schoolies Week" period. It does not have adequate resources to engage qualified security personnel to guarantee the safety, comfort and convenience of school graduate guests during this period. Please note that this property has a 'No Party Policy'.

Unforeseen Changes
In the case of any problem or complaint, it is important that you as the guest informs us at the earliest opportunity so that we have the chance to rectify the situation as quickly and efficiently as possible. After hours numbers are available upon calling our office. Any complaint, which cannot be resolved locally, must be notified in writing within three (3) days of the end of service provided. If the guest fails to follow this procedure this may hinder our ability to rectify the complaint and reduce or extinguish any claim made. We will try to rectify any problems as soon as possible and within reason. The booking is made in good faith and maybe subject to change. Refunds cannot be given for events out of control of the property owner. Events include, but are not limited to, sale of the property, weather damage, power blackouts, landslides, insect infestation, floods, plan cancellations, demonstrations, civil unrest and any other unusual event. The property is in a suburban location where, from time to time, there may be building/construction on houses within the vicinity of our properties. We take no responsibility for any issues relating to noise on neighbouring properties. In the event of the premises becoming unavailable prior to your arrival through unforeseen circumstances, we will inform you immediately and endeavour to obtain suitable alternative premises, or offer a full refund. The description of the property is given in good faith and no responsibility for misinterpretation will be accepted.

Internet Usage
The service is provided free of charge and as a convenience to our guests, it is not provided as a service with economic value. High volume data transfers, especially sustained high volume data transfers, are not permitted. In the event that your use of this service is deemed excessive, you will be held liable for all charges in excess of what is deemed as reasonable. Guests assume total responsibility and risk for their use of this service. This service is not designed to support business usage. If you have important business to do while staying with us, then we recommend that you bring your own mobile internet device for these purposes.

Repairs to Appliances
During your stay, we will endeavour 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. There will be no refunds or discount deducted from tariffs for unusable appliances awaiting repair. If repairs cannot be attended to, we will use our best endeavours to supply a substitute appliance if possible.

Payment Policy

DEPOSIT - 50% of total rate is required at the time of booking.

TOTAL RATE - 100% of total rate is required at the time of booking if the booking is made within 30 days of arrival date.

FINAL BALANCE - the remaining 50% of total rate (unless fully paid) is payable 30 days before arrival date. We will charge credit card supplied for the outstanding balance.

PAYMENT - We accept payment by Visa (1.5% charge), MasterCard (1.5% charge). We do not accept Amex or Diners Card.

A VALID CREDIT CARD NUMBER is required for security on all bookings made, without exception.

Cancellation Policy

Cancellation more than 2 months prior to arrival - Deposit refunded - less the admin fee.

Cancellation less than 2 months prior to arrival - Deposit forfeited.

Cancellation less than 1 month of arrival - Full payment forfeited.

A $100 admin fee shall apply to all amendments and cancellations beyond 60 days of arrival. Amendments will not be accepted within 60 days of arrival..
For total tariffs over $10,000, a 2% admin fee will be charged.

With regards to cancellations, please take out Travel Insurance to guard against sickness, bad weather, or any event that may cause cancellation of your booking.
Please note that there is no refund of payment if, upon arrival, a tenant is not satisfied with the property.

Cancellations Due to COVID 19:
Should guests need to cancel due to a Government Enforced Lockdown or Border Closure than we are offering credit only to guests who are unable to travel. We are not offering refunds. The credit you'll have with us is the value of the money you've already paid and can go towards another booking within 12 months of the cancellation date. NB: Rebooking - rates vary depending on season/special events. No refund will be given if alternate dates are not available.