Rental terms and conditions
Terms and Conditions & Contract of Hire - Guests
Contract of Hire
This contract is between the guests and the Property Owner (owner) with 80 Minute Game Ltd acting as Booking Agents & Property Managers. Dollar amounts given here are in New Zealand Dollars.
Payment
Once 80 Minute Game Limited has confirmed the booking, the guest is responsible for the tariff as specified.
Bond
Unless specified in the listing / or on the signed contract, the bond shall be $2,000 taken by credit card imprint at the time the occupation commences. The guest should have available a valid and current credit card when met at the property at the commencement of the stay. The bond may be used to recover costs associated with any damage to the property or extra cleaning required at the conclusion of the stay. The imprint will be destroyed 72 hours after the property owners have returned,provided there are no issues arising relating to the tenancy.
Where the guest stays at multiple properties, the same bond applies and will be transferred to each property at the conclusion of the stay when the company is satisfied that no issues have been presented.
Cancellation Policy
If a booking is cancelled and 80 Minute Game Ltd is able to find alternative guests, all money paid (less 20% commission incl GST ) will be refunded. Where an alternative booking cannot be secured, the following applies:
Ø 180 days+ prior to commencement of the booking: 80% of the money paid will be refunded
Ø 90-180 days prior to commencement of the booking: 50% of money paid will be refunded
Ø 31-90 days prior to commencement of the booking: 25% of money paid will be refunded
Ø 30 days prior to the commencement of the booking: No refund
Changes to Holiday Bookings
The first alteration to a confirmed booking will incur no fee. Any additional changes will incur a $35 administration fee payable by way of credit card charge each time a change is made.
Arrival and departure times
The property will be ready for occupation from 2pm on the day of the commencement of your booking and must be vacated by 10am on the day of departure, unless otherwise agreed in writing on confirmation of the booking.
Barbecues, Fireplaces, Woodfires, Log Fires, Gas Heaters
The guest is responsible for the replacement of all consumables (i.e gas bottle refilled on departure). Some properties may have firewood available as indicated on the individual property listing. The guest is responsible for the safe use of all barbecues, fire places and gas heaters. 80 Minute Game Ltd accepts no liability for damage to property, personal possessions or people through use of barbecues, wood fires, log fires or gas heaters.
Home availability
The 80 Minute Game Ltd holiday contract is made on the understanding that the property and its facilities as stated will be available to the guest. Should events outside of the control of 80 Minute Game Ltd arise and render the property unavailable (i.e. flood, fire etc) then 80 Minute Game Ltd may be forced to cancel the holiday booking. However should such circumstances arise, 80 Minute Game Ltd will endeavour to find alternative accommodation and relocate the guests to a holiday home of similar standard in the same area if possible. If no alternative home is available in the same area, 80 Minute Game Ltd will, at its sole discretion, endeavour to find a home of similar standard in a different area and contribute to a maximum of $1,000 towards internal travel costs for the guest between the new home location and the RWC games they wish to view. In this event, the guest will have no further claim against the property owner, or 80 Minute Game Ltd.
Responsibilities of the guest
The guest is responsible for the property and its contents during their stay. This includes ensuring the property is secured when leaving the property and at night. 80 Minute Game Ltd expects the guest to take all care of the property and on departure to leave the property as they found it on arrival. On departure, the guests are required to leave the property in a clean and tidy state returning any furniture and appliances that may have been moved to its original position. Guests must also dispose of all rubbish in the bins provided and place the recycling or bins outside for collection on the days specified.
Linen and Towels
The property owners will supply linen and towels for use during the rental period. The guest will ensure that these remain at the property at all times.
Departure Clean
All properties have a departure cleaning fee of $200 including local taxes unless specified on the signed contract.
Group Size
The number of people occupying the property is, under no circumstances, to exceed the number of people stated on the booking form and signed by the guest. Should this be breached this contract may be terminated immediately by 80 Minute Game Ltd and all funds paid forfeited to 80 Minute Game Ltd.
Party Rule
80 Minute Game Ltd has a NO PARTY rule for all properties. The properties are not to be used for commercial activities such as weddings, parties, workshops, gatherings or any other functions unless agreed otherwise in advance with 80 Minute game Limited and property owners.
Damage / Accident
The guest is legally responsible for all breakages and damage to the property or its contents that may occur during the holiday. As part of the authorization process, the guest agrees to indemnify the owner for such damage or breakages. Guests should advise their Travel Insurance Company of their accommodation booking to ensure coverage under the liability section of their policy. Any breakages or damage must be reported to 80 Minute Game Ltd immediately. 80 Minute Game Ltd will make every effort to remedy the situation by contacting the owner for instructions e.g. organizing a tradesman for repairs, this being at the sole discretion of the owner.
Travel Insurance
We strongly recommend travel insurance is arranged at the time of confirmation of your accommodation booking.
Property Features
Where additional amenities such as spa pools, swimming pools, barbeque or outdoor fires, kayaks etc are made available as part of the rental property, the use of any such additional amenities is entirely at the guest’s risk. 80 Minute Game Ltd and the owner accept no responsibility for any injury or loss or any associated claims or costs to the guest or their belongings so please be aware and take responsibility for your own safety whilst using such facilities.
Belongings
Personal belongings are the responsibility of the guest at all times. 80 Minute Game Ltd and the owner accept no liability for any injury or loss to the guest or their belongings during their occupation of the rental property.
House Description
All information displayed on 80 Minute Game Ltd website is supplied by property owners and is believed to be true and correct at the time of loading to the website. However, all details contained in the website are subject to change without prior notice. 80 Minute Game Ltd accepts no responsibility for any alterations to the property description made beyond its control i.e. damage caused by exceptional weather conditions, breakdown of appliances, wiring or plumbing, invasion of pests or negligence on the part of the owner causing loss, accidental or injury.
Privacy Act
Please see our Privacy Policy in the About Us section of the website for more information.
Points of Law
Should a dispute arise between the guest and 80 Minute Game Ltd which is unable to be mutually resolved, the laws and jurisdiction of New Zealand will apply.
Force Majeure
80 Minute Game Ltd will not be held responsible for non-availability or early termination of a rental contract by reason of any matter, type or nature whatsoever such as an act of war, natural disaster or acts of God. Funds paid will be reimbursed less 20%.
Disclaimer
For the sake of clarity, 80 Minute Game Limited has no affiliation whatsoever with Rugby World Cup Limited, Rugby New Zealand 2011 Limited or the International Rugby Board, but we have received a set of guidelines from Rugby World Cup Limited under which we (and other accommodation providers who wish to offer accommodation in connection with RWC 2011) are permitted to operate in order to service the accommodation needs of independent travellers to RWC 2011.
These terms and conditions are available on the website www.80minutegame.com