Terms & Conditions

Know your rights and responsibilities during your stay at Latimer Ocean Escape. Our terms cover bookings, cancellations, guest policies, and important property guidelines to ensure a seamless and stress-free experience.

1. General Information

These Terms & Conditions govern bookings and stays at Latimer Ocean Escape. By making a reservation, guests agree to comply with these terms.

Property Name: Latimer Ocean Escape
Address: 9 Latimer Road, Worthing, BN11 5EP, United Kingdom
Contact: info@latimerescape.com | +44 1903 395 5317

2. Booking & Payment

2.1 Reservation & Payment Terms

Full payment is required at the time of booking.
A booking is only confirmed once payment has been received and the guest has received a confirmation email.

2.2 Accepted Payment Methods

We accept credit/debit cards and bank transfers.
All prices are in GBP (£) unless stated otherwise.

3. Cancellation & Refund Policy

3.1 Guest Cancellations

Cancellations up to 30 days before arrival: Full refund.
Cancellations between 29 and 14 days before arrival: 50% refund.
Cancellations less than 14 days before arrival: No refund.

3.2 No-Show Policy

If a guest fails to arrive without notice, the full booking amount will be charged.

3.3 Host Cancellations

In the rare event that we must cancel a booking, guests will receive a full refund or alternative accommodation (subject to availability).

4. Check-in & Check-out

Check-in: From 15:00 (3:00 PM)
Check-out: By 10:00 AM
Early check-in / late check-out: May be available upon request but is subject to availability.

5. House Rules

5.1 Guest Responsibilities

Maximum number of guests: 4
No smoking inside the property.
No parties or excessive noise after 11:00 PM and before 7:00 AM, in accordance with legal quiet hours in England.
Pets are not allowed.

5.2 Property Care & Missing Items

Guests are expected to treat the property with care and leave it in a reasonable condition upon departure.
Our cleaner conducts an inventory check after every stay. The inventory list is available to all guests in the Guest Information provided at the property.
If any items are damaged or missing, we will be notified by our cleaner, and guests will be held responsible for replacement costs.
While we may not request a security deposit through platforms like Booking.com or Airbnb, guests acknowledge that any loss or damage may result in additional charges through the booking platform.

6. Liability & Disclaimer

6.1 Guest Liability

Guests stay at their own risk. The host is not responsible for personal injuries, loss, or damage to personal belongings.

6.2 Property Liability

While we strive to provide a perfect stay, we are not liable for unforeseen issues such as power outages, internet disruptions, or maintenance issues.

7. Privacy & Data Protection

Guest information is collected only for booking purposes and handled in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
Personal data will never be shared with third parties.

8. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

These Terms & Conditions are governed by the laws of England & Wales.
Any disputes will be handled in the courts of England.