Definitions
- Guests means the organiser named, together with any accompanying guests in the party.
- Deposit means 25 % of the full price.
- Holiday means the accommodation booked by the guest with Kingfisher,details include type of accommodation, dates and duration of stay and number of people in the party.
- Kingfisher means Kingfisher Barn Limited, Rye Farm, Abingdon, Oxfordshire, OX14 3NN
- Price means the price quoted in the brochure supplied by Kingfisher or displayed on Kingfisher's website (errors and omissions excepted) inclusive of Value Added Tax (VAT). Kingfisher reserves the right to change the price. The rate of VAT may change from time to time according to government legislation.
Booking
To make a booking , you must be at least 18 years of age and be able to create a binding legal contract. Your contract with us is concluded electronically when:
- You make a reservation by completing the on-line booking forms on this website. This will be treated as an offer by you to accept an invitation to book your holiday with us;
- Your payment of either the deposit, or, in the case of late booking, full payment has been received by us by credit card or debit card payment.
- Your booking will be confirmed by Kingfisher by email and /or post.
Your reservation will be accepted at the point which you receive the confirmation of booking. The contract between us will become binding. If your confirmation is via email, it is at this point that the contract is formed. The contract is active until you and your party leaves the Kingfisher premises at the end of your holiday.
The contract is binding and it is your responsibility to ensure that all members of your party are aware and comply with the terms and conditions of the contract.
Failure to disclose any relevant information or failure to comply with these terms may lead to the termination of the contract and the loss of your booking.
Nothing on this website is intended to be, nor should be construed as an offer to enter into a contractual relationship.
Balance of payment
The balance of the total price is due no later than 56 days before the start date of your holiday. All payments must be made payable in pounds sterling. Kingfisher reserves the right to pass on to guests any charge incurred by kingfisher in receiving payment. Kingfisher does not charge for payments made by credit or debit card for holidays booked in accommodation owned by Kingfisher.
Kingfisher will be charging in accordance with the late payment commercial debts interest act 1998.
To amend a booking
If when you receive your confirmation of your booking any details are incorrect, please send an email to Info@kingfisherbarn.com or telephone our booking line on 01235 537538. ( calls charged at National standard rate). If you wish to add more guests to your booking you will not be charged as this is deemed an amendment.
To change your booking
Changes to your booking will incur a charge of £20 per alteration (twenty pounds) inclusive of VAT. Any changes must be made at least 56 days before the start of your holiday. Changes can be made by ringing the Kingfisher Office on 01235 537538 or by post, signed by the person who made the original booking. Changes, such as change of date, can not be guaranteed.
Where changes are made within 56 days of the start of your holiday it will be treated as a cancellation and be subject to the cancellation charges outlined later in this article.
To cancel your booking
Sometimes it is necessary to cancel a booking. You must call the Kingfisher office on 01235 537538 and also confirm the cancellation in writing. The letter must be signed ( where possible ) by the person who made the original booking. This letter must be sent by recorded delivery and the cancellation will only take effect from the time when Kingfisher receives this letter.
There are cancellation charges as described below.
| Notice
given |
Cancellation
charge payable |
| 56 days or more |
Your deposit of
25 % |
| 55-43 days |
30 % of the total
amount payable by you. |
| 42-29 days |
50 % of the total
amount payable by you. |
| 28-8 days |
90 % of the total
amount payable by you. |
| 7 days or less |
100% of the total
amount payable by you. |
To Cancel Bed and Breakfast booking
| Notice
given |
Cancellation
charge payable |
| 14 days or more |
Full refund given including your deposit of
25 % |
| Less than 14 days |
Your deposit of 25% of the total amount payable by you. |
| Less than 24 hours |
100 % of the total amount payable by you. |
In the event that following cancellation Kingfisher is able to re-let the accommodation for the period booked (or part of it) 50 % of the re-let income will be refunded to the hirer.
if you have not arrived by 8.00am the morning after your holiday was due to commence or contacted the Kingfisher Office. We will assume that your holiday has been cancelled and the total cost of your booking will be forfeited.
If Kingfisher changes or cancels your booking
In the unlikely event of Kingfisher having to change or cancel your booking the following options will apply:
- You will be offered a full refund of any money you have paid.
- You may choose another available holiday from us at the advertised price.
- You may accept the alternative arrangements as notified to you.
In addition to the above and provided that it does not arrive from circumstances amounting to force majeure (Circumstances beyond kingfisher's control including but not limited to industrial disputes, natural disasters, fire, technical problems, bad weather, acts of government) we will also pay you the compensation shown below.
A. If after full payment, but more than 2 weeks before your holiday commences, a maximum of £20 per full week booking, or £10 per booking that is less than 7 days in duration.
B. If after full payment, but less than 2 weeks before your holiday commences, a maximum of £40 per full week booking, or £20 per booking less than 7 days in duration.
Pets
Dogs and cats are welcome. Other pets may be welcome at the discretion of Kingfisher staff.
A maximum of 2 pets are permitted per party booking with a charge of £40 per pet per week and £20 per pet per part week.
All pets must be under control at all times and owners must be responsible for their welfare and that of other guests. They may not foul the accommodation, footpaths or gardens at any time under any circumstances.
Any pet which is considered dangerous will be ask to leave immediately, there will be no responsibility to Kingfisher to find alternative arrangements for the pets accommodation.
Swimming Pool
The guests staying in the self catering cottages are permitted to use Kingfisher's swimming pool for up to one hour a day throughout the duration of their stay. Guests may use the pool for longer periods provided this is agreed in advance with Kingfisher. Additional charges will be made for such additional use.
Any use of Kingfisher's swimming pool is only permitted in accordance with the Pool Users Terms and Conditions and Safety Code.
Arrivals and departures
The accommodation will be available from 3 pm on the start date of your holiday. and should be vacated by 10 am on departure dates. Please confirm your arrival time by email or phone the Kingfisher office (01235 537538) at least a few days before arrival.
The Guests responsibilities
The number of guests in the party must not exceed the maximum number stated on booking.
Guests must not allow smoking in any of the accommodation.
The Guests are responsible for the property during their stay and expected to take reasonable care of it. All equipment and utensils must be left clean and tidy at the end of the hire period.
You and your party are responsible for leaving the accommodation in the same state of cleanliness, repair and ordering which it was found. If extra cleaning is required before the next group of guests use the accommodation then there will be a charge. Please check the accommodation very carefully on departure as Kingfisher will not accept liability for items left behind.
The Guests shall not carry out any activity on the property that may cause a nuisance or annoyance to others, (kingfisher staff and any other guests). In particular (but without prejudice to the generality of the foregoing) no musical instruments, radio, CD or tape recorder shall be operated on the property between the hours of midnight and 8.00am.
Guests Liability
The organiser of the holiday (original booking name) warrants that guests will indemnify Kingfisher against all loss or damage arising directly or indirectly to the accommodation and its contents from any act or default by guests or any person or pet accompanying the guest.
Kingfisher will provide the guests of the self catering cottages with an inventory of the furniture and effects of the property. On completion of the holiday the guest should return the inventory to the reception at Kingfisher having marked on it any breakages and damages. Kingfisher will check the condition and contents of the property and will notify the guests within seven days of any additional cleaning costs or charges for damages and breakages. for which the guest is liable. Payment shall be made by the guests immediately on receiving an invoice in respect of the above charges.
Extra Charges
- A charge of £2.50 per yellow waste bag will be made and reception must be informed prior to departure of the total number of bags left behind. Guests who leave Kingfisher Barn and yellow bags behind without informing reception will be fined £500.
- An extra bed in the Bed and Breakfast rooms will be charges at £12 per night
- The pool is charged at a reduced rate of £10 per hour for the Bed and Breakfast guests and extra pool use for self-catering customers is £10 per hour.
- There will be a charge of £20 for a pet staying in self-catering for a part week and £40 for a pet staying in self-catering for a full week or longer. Pets staying in B&B will be charged £25 regardless of the length of the stay.
- You may also be charged for late check outs and damages at the managers discretion.
Kingfishers Liability
Kingfisher will not be liable for any personal injury, loss or damage to property (including motor vehicles) suffered by the guests except when such injury, loss or damage is caused by the negligence or fraudulent misrepresentation of Kingfisher, its servants or agents.
General
Offensive or illegal behaviour and excessive noise will not be tolerated. If guests fail to comply with these rules, their contract may be terminated and they and their party will be asked to leave the property immediately. (refunds will not be given).
Kingfisher reserves the right to charge the guests during and after their stay for any loss or damage to the property. Kingfisher also retains the right to enter any property at any time for any reason to ensure the safety and well-being of our guests.
The accommodation is let as holiday accommodation and this agreement is not protected by the Rent Act 1977 nor does it constitute an assured tenancy. This agreement shall be governed by the construed accordance with the law of England
Warranties
Kingfisher does not warrant and is in no way responsible for the accuracy of any verbal information or given statements made by its servants or agents.
The information in this website is given in good faith and for general information and interest only. It is subject to change without notice.
Kingfisher cannot accept liability for happenings outside its reasonable control, such as the breakdown of domestic appliances, plumbing, wiring, temporary infestation of pests or damage resulting from exceptional weather conditions.
Complaints
Kingfisher is only able to take action on any complaint which is first brought to the attention of the staff whilst the guest was staying in the property and secondly received in writing within 14 days after departure, unless there are exceptional circumstances. All written complaints will be dealt with via our company solicitor and legal advise will be sort before any response is sent. This will be within 14 days of receiving the written complaint.
Guests insurance
It is the responsibility of the guest to make full arrangements for holiday insurance cover including travel arrangements to and from Kingfisher with their own insurance brokers.
Kingfisher responsibilities
Kingfisher will provide the guests with fully equipped accommodation in a good general state of repair. Included in the price are electricity heating, television, access to garden areas, bed linen and towels.
Complete agreement
This agreement constitutes the entire agreement and understanding between Kingfisher and the guests with respect to all matters that are referred to and shall supersede any previous agreements(s) between the parties in relation to the matter referred to in this agreement.
Kingfisher Barn Holiday Cottages
Rye Farm
Abingdon
Oxfordshire OX14 3NN
Company Reg No: 2689174
VAT No: 630 801 866