General terms and conditions of sale

White Pictogram - Domaine de la Mance

Object

These general terms and conditions of sale apply exclusively to bookings made on the www.domaindedelamance.fr website.

Domaine de la Mance comprises 3 homes on two plots of land:

  • La Maisonnette and La Roulotte at 22 rue Angèle Kiche, 70500 Vitrey-sur-Mance
  • The Cottage at 17 rue Lavaux, 70500 Vitrey-sur-Mance

Prices and bookings

Prices are given in euros and are subject to change. A tourist tax and an additional departmental tax are compulsory. The amount varies according to the accommodation, the number of adults and the number of nights.

At the time of booking, a deposit of 50 % of the total amount is payable. The balance must be paid before arrival or on site. We reserve the right to refuse a booking in the event of non-payment or non-compliance.

The price per night includes

Gîte : rental of accommodation, utilities (water, electricity, heating), household linen (beds made on arrival), towels, unlimited access to the private Nordic bath, kitchen linen.

Cleaning costs are compulsory and are automatically added to the price of your stay.

Maisonnette : rental of accommodation, utilities (water, electricity, heating), household linen (beds made on arrival), towels and kitchen linen.

Roulotte : rental of accommodation, utilities (water, electricity, heating), household linen (beds made on arrival), breakfast, towels and kitchen linen.

Optional services

Nordic bath for stays in Small house or Roulotte (included in Gîte).

If you would like to use the Nordic bath, please let us know at the time of booking and no later than 24 hours before your arrival.

We take care of preparing the bath and heating the water for the first use. Once the bath is up to temperature, you have unlimited access to it. The bath is exclusively at your disposal. Bathrobes for the Nordic bath are provided.

Additional charges for use of the Nordic bath are :

  • £60 for the first night
  • £30 for use the following day, if the stay is more than one night

Attention: the €30 rate only applies to consecutive days. If there is a gap of one day or more, the price of €60 applies.

The Nordic bath is not recommended for pregnant women. People suffering from infectious diseases, skin conditions, obesity or diabetes are not allowed to use the Nordic bath. If you suffer from cardiovascular disease or are taking medication that makes you drowsy, ask your doctor for permission.

Children must always be accompanied by an adult. The recommended minimum age for access to the Nordic bath is 6 years.

The owner declines all responsibility in the event of non-compliance with these rules.

Breakfast for stays in Small house (included in Roulotte).

Breakfast must be ordered at the time of booking and no later than your arrival. The time of service will be arranged together on arrival.

Change or cancellation of holiday by the customer

For any modification or cancellation, a written request, preferably by e-mail, will be systematically requested.

We are a small organisation and cancellations affect us. Nevertheless, we understand that certain circumstances may oblige you to cancel a holiday.

For Gîte bookings :

The deposit will be refunded in full if the reservation is cancelled at least 60 days before the start of the holiday. In the event of cancellation less than 60 days before the start of the holiday, the deposit is non-refundable.

If the stay in progress is interrupted, the full amount of the stay must be paid.

For reservations in Maisonnette and Roulotte :

The deposit will be refunded in full if the reservation is cancelled at least 14 days before the start of the holiday. In the event of cancellation less than 14 days before the start of the holiday, the deposit is non-refundable.

If the stay in progress is interrupted, the full amount of the stay must be paid.

Change or cancellation of stay by the host

In the event of announced external events beyond our control, such as bad weather (storm, fire, etc.) or force majeure (death, hospitalisation, damage to one of our accommodations, etc.), we may have to modify or cancel your holiday.

We will then offer you, subject to availability, an equivalent stay in another accommodation or postpone your stay to a later date.

If you are not satisfied with this offer, all sums paid will be refunded. No other compensation may be claimed.

We reserve the right to refuse access to accommodation to customers who are under the influence of narcotics, drugs or alcohol. In this case, no refund will be possible.

Payment methods accepted

We accept cash, bank transfers and credit cards. Cheques are only accepted for the security deposit or, exceptionally, for the deposit.

Capacity

The accommodation has a maximum capacity of :

  • 10 people for the Gîte
  • 3 people for the Maisonnette
  • 4 people for the Roulotte

If the number of people exceeds the number planned, we may refuse these extra customers for safety and insurance reasons.

Arrivals and departures

Arrival and departure times are as follows:

  • Gîte : arrival from 5 pm to 8 pm, departure until 12 noon
  • In a little house: arrival between 4 pm and 8 pm, departure until 11 am
  • In a caravan: Arrival between 5 PM and 8 PM, departure by 11 AM

Please inform us in advance of your expected arrival time.

The owner undertakes to personally welcome guests with all due attention to make your stay and discovery of the region as enjoyable as possible.

Security deposit

For stays in a Gîte, a deposit cheque for €500 is required on arrival. The deposit cheque will be cancelled within 48 hours of departure if no damage has been found and no shortage has been noted. A photo of the torn cheque will be sent to you.

The deposit can also be made by bank transfer, on request. Refund conditions and times are the same as for payment by cheque.

Specific conditions for Gîte bookings

For safety reasons, use of the chimney is not permitted.

Nordic bath

The Nordic bath is a large outdoor wooden tub heated by a wood fire to a temperature of 37 to 39°C. There are no jets.

Use of the Nordic bath, wood for heating and extra towels are included in the price.

We'll heat the bath for you when you arrive. So all you have to do is enjoy it. Wood and everything you need to light it again the next day is provided.

In summer, the bath is left at room temperature so you can use it during the day to cool off. We also provide everything you need to heat it whenever you want.

The stove is very easy to use and works like a fireplace. If you need any help, please don't hesitate to contact us. We live in the same village.

A few rules to follow when using the Nordic bath:

  • Showering is compulsory before bathing
  • Do not apply sun cream or oil before getting into the bath.
  • Remove make-up and creams and rinse out hair colour as much as possible
  • Long hair must be tied back
  • If you have coloured hair, make sure it doesn't touch the bed linen when it's wet.
  • The Nordic bath is not a swimming pool, it is designed for relaxation.
  • It is forbidden to jump into the bath, dive, splash, play with a ball or make waves.
  • The bath must not be heated above 40°C
  • Children must always be accompanied by an adult.
  • The recommended minimum age for access to the Nordic bath is 6 years.
  • A large parasol is available if required. Please close it at night and in strong winds.
  • Please cover the bath after use

The Nordic bath is not recommended for pregnant women. People suffering from infectious diseases, skin conditions, obesity or diabetes are not allowed to use the Nordic bath. If you suffer from cardiovascular disease or are taking medication that makes you drowsy, ask your doctor for permission. The owner declines all responsibility in the event of non-compliance with these rules.

Inventory on departure

We do not charge a cleaning fee for stays in Maisonnettes and Roulottes. The cleaning charges applicable to stays in Gîtes include the cleaning of floors, sanitary facilities and beds, as well as the washing and ironing of all household linen used during your stay.

Please leave your accommodation clean and tidy.

Before you leave, please :

  • Take out your rubbish in the bins provided, in the Gîte only
  • Tidy up the kitchen or kitchen area. Appliances (oven, microwave, hob, fridge, coffee machine, etc.) must be left clean.
  • Washing and storing dishes, tumble dryers
  • Empty the fridge of food, drinks, etc.
  • Collect dirty towels and leave them on the bathroom floor
  • Clean the barbecue if you've used it and dispose of the ashes in the metal bucket provided.

Failure to follow these instructions will result in additional cleaning costs:

  • 30 € for the Maisonnette and the Roulotte
  • 60 € for the Gîte

Damage and breakage

Thank you for respecting our accommodation, its facilities and its exterior during your stay. Please inform us of any damage or breakages during your stay and leave the property in good condition.

Animals

Pets are allowed in some of our accommodation. If you are planning to bring one or more pets with you, please ensure that they are accepted in the accommodation you have chosen.

Gîte : A maximum of 2 dogs are allowed per stay at a supplement of €10/pet/day. If your pet(s) have not been added when booking online and you are bringing them with you, the extra cost will be payable on site. They are not allowed on the beds or sofas. They must not be left alone in the house. They must not cause a nuisance to the neighbours. Any droppings must be collected.

Maisonnette : one small dog allowed per stay at a supplement of €10/day. If the pet was not added when you booked online and you bring it with you, the extra cost will be payable on site. Pets are not allowed on the bed or sofa. Due to the presence of other travellers and pets on site, please keep your dog on a lead in the garden. Please walk your dog outside the property. Droppings must be picked up.

Roulotte : pets are not allowed.

Car park

Free private parking is available for our guests. Cars are parked there under your own responsibility.

Valuable items

We recommend that you do not leave valuables in the accommodation. We cannot be held responsible for any loss or theft.

Non-smoking

For everyone's comfort and safety, all our accommodation is non-smoking. You are authorised to smoke outside with the utmost vigilance, provided that no cigarette ends are left in the open air.

Failure to comply with the ban on smoking inside accommodation will incur a penalty of €300.

Buying a gift card

The gift voucher is valid for 1 year from the date of purchase.

The voucher will be sent in PDF format to the e-mail address given at the time of purchase.

The beneficiary will be able to use the gift voucher thanks to the unique code written on it. They will be able to choose the accommodation and date of their choice, subject to availability. All they have to do is go to our website, make a reservation and add the gift voucher code at the time of payment. The amount of the voucher will be automatically taken into account and deducted from the final balance.

If the value of the gift card does not cover the total cost of the booking, the balance must be paid on site. No refund will be made if the cost of the booking is less than the value of the voucher.

Gift vouchers are neither transferable nor refundable.

In the event of cancellation of the chosen date, for whatever reason, if the cancellation occurs no more than 30 days before arrival, it will be possible to carry over the gift voucher to a later date, provided that its validity has not expired. Otherwise, if the cancellation occurs between 0 and 30 days before arrival, the gift voucher will be lost.

Applicable law and disputes

These general terms and conditions are governed by French law. Any dispute will be submitted to the competent courts under the conditions of common law.

Information technology and civil liberties

In accordance with the French Data Protection Act no. 78-17 of 6 January 1978, this website has been registered with the CNIL (registration no. 1859395 v 0).

Your personal information will only be used to process your booking and will not be passed on to third parties without your prior consent.

You have the right to object to, access and rectify any information that concerns you. These rights may be exercised directly by letter addressed to SARL SAN MARTIN, 17 rue Lavaux, 70500 Vitrey-sur-Mance.

Responsibilities

The photographs and texts presented on the site are not contractual, even if they are as close as possible to the reality of our accommodation.

We cannot be held responsible for the non-execution or poor execution of the booking in the event of force majeure, the customer's fault or an external factor, such as an unavailable internet network, a virus or a lack of synchronisation of calendars on various platforms.

Claims

Any complaint relating to a holiday must be sent by registered letter with acknowledgement of receipt within 10 days of the holiday, as evidenced by the postmark, to the following address:

SARL SAN MARTIN
17 rue Lavaux
70500 Vitrey-sur-Mance