Rental Agreement
This Rental Agreement sets out the terms and conditions between:
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Owner:
Dr. Parameswaran Sridhar (“the Owner”)
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Property:
Villa Saromani, officially registered as Casa Sri under Portuguese Alojamento Local (AL) regulations.
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Location: lote 75 Rua Candido Guerriro Montechoro, Albufeira 8200-347
1.Booking
- The Guest must be at least 18 years of age to make a booking.
- By booking, the Guest agrees to these terms and conditions.
- Guests must not sublet the property or allow unregistered guests to stay overnight.
2.Rental Period
- Check-in time: 15:00 (3:00 pm).
- Check-out time: 10:00 am.
- Early check-in and late check-out may be available but must be agreed with the Owner in advance.
3.Payment & Security Deposit
- Booking deposit of 25% payable at time of reservation. Balance due six (6) weeks before arrival.
- Refundable security deposit of €500 required to cover damages, losses, or rule breaches.
- Deposit refunded within 7 working days of checkout, if no deductions required.
3a. Refund Method
- Refunded via same payment method (PayPal, bank transfer, credit card).
- No cash refunds.
4.Cancellation Policy
- More than 6 weeks before arrival → full refund (less fees).
- 2–6 weeks before arrival → booking deposit forfeited.
- Less than 2 weeks before arrival → non-refundable.
5.House Rules
- Noise prohibited between 23:00–08:00.
- Smoking not permitted inside the villa.
- Pets not allowed.
- Safe Boxes: must be left open at checkout. Forgotten codes require request, witness, + €100 fee.
- Towels: bath & pool towels provided and must be returned in good condition.
- Function Hall Use: must be agreed in advance and villa left clean.
- Furniture/equipment must not be moved without consent.
Pool Area Safety:
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- No drinks, glass, or breakables in/near pool.
- Only plastic/unbreakables allowed.
- Food waste disposed in bins provided.
- Children/dependents must be supervised at all times.
- No diving allowed.
Outdoor Fire Safety:
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- No open fires during June–September fire-ban period.
- Use must be agreed in advance outside fire-ban season.
- No fireworks or sky lanterns.
- Firewood charged separately.
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Occupancy:
Max 12 persons. Only registered guests may stay overnight.
6.Safety & Compliance
- Villa complies with AL regulations (first aid kit, smoke alarms, complaints book, safety equipment).
- Guests must follow fire safety instructions and laws at all times.
7.Guest Responsibilities
- Villa may only be used for lawful purposes.
- No illegal activity permitted.
- Guests responsible for damages/losses caused by negligence.
- Lock doors/windows when villa unattended.
- Turn off lights/AC when not required.
- Doors/windows closed when AC is on.
- Guests must comply with Portuguese law where rules are not specified.
8.Liability
- Owner not liable for accidents, injuries, theft, or loss except from proven negligence.
- Villa covered by mandatory AL public liability insurance for guest protection.
- Insurance excludes guest negligence, misuse, or failure to follow rules.
- Guests strongly advised to have travel insurance.
- Children must be supervised at all times.
9.CCTV Policy
- CCTV covers entrances, gardens, common areas.
- No cameras in bedrooms, bathrooms, pool.
- Monitor in lounge shows live feed.
- Recordings auto-erased after 14 days unless requested in writing.
- Footage accessed only by Owner or law enforcement.
- Complies with GDPR & ICO registration.
10.Governing Law
- Agreement governed by Portuguese law.
- Disputes under jurisdiction of Portuguese courts.
11.SEF Registration
- All guests must provide full name, DOB, nationality, passport/ID at check-in.
- Details submitted to SEF under AL registration.
- Providing accurate information is a condition of stay.
Acceptance
By booking Villa Saromani (Casa Sri), the Guest confirms acceptance of these terms and conditions.