Woodland Lakes Lodges
Booking Terms and Conditions
Please ensure you take the time to review your booking confirmation and the terms and conditions, set out below. A Contract shall come into existence only if and when we issue a hire invoice and booking confirmation. The Contract shall be deemed to have been made at our offices at Woodland Lakes Ltd and be subject to English Law and the exclusive jurisdiction of the English Courts. These conditions of hire form the basis of our contract with you. We reserve the right to cancel your booking within 2 working day of you making the reservation.
In making a booking, you warrant that you are 18 years of age and have the authority to accept and do accept on behalf of your party the terms and conditions set out below.
WOODLAND LAKES IS AN ADULT ONLY HOLIDAY HAMLET WITH A STRICTLY NO-SMOKING POLICY
1.Terms.
All terms are either per week (Monday-Monday or Friday-Friday*) or per short break (start day as specified) for the accommodation as equipped and described. The usual check-in time is 4pm (subject to unavoidable delays). The check-out time (usually 9.30am) will be shown on your hire invoice. You are obliged to leave everything in a clean and tidy condition and you are responsible for any damage done or loss sustained during your stay. Prices include V.A.T (where applicable) at the rates applicable at the time of printing and are subject to change if the rates or application of the tax changes. In the event of an increase in the rate of VAT during the course of the year, your holiday will on behalf of the Owner be invoiced at the new amount of VAT unless you have already taken your holiday or paid the balance in full prior to the date of the change.
We reserve the right to alter prices in our brochure or on the website, which may go up or down. We will advise you of the current price at time of booking. The terms and conditions for bookings may change from time to time. Please check at the time of booking.
All prices charged include a non-refundable £15.00 booking fee.
2.Booking Process.
All offers and booking are subject to availability. A binding contract comes into existence between you and Woodland Lakes Ltd once we have received your deposit and we have issued a confirmation of booking by e-mail or post.
You must check your confirmation of booking as well as all other documents we send you carefully as soon as you receive them. Documents will be sent by email and we cannot be held responsible if you do not receive these unless it is caused by our negligence. If any information appearing on any documents appears to be inaccurate in any way, you must let us know straight away. We regret we cannot accept any liability to make changes if we are not notified of any inaccuracy in any document within 10 days of our sending it out.
The contract shall be between you and Woodland Lakes Ltd and be subject to English Law and the non-exclusive authority of the Courts of England and Wales.
As part of the booking process we will collect personal data from you. This will include your name, address, telephone number, email, date of birth and payment details. For group bookings we will also collect the names and ages of your party. As part of the booking process we will use your email and address to send you information that is relevant to your booking and will enhance your holiday experience. E.g. Information about the lodges and facilities, booking activities, the local area and how to make payments. We may also contact you by phone if we have a question about your booking. We will never pass your details on to third parties.
3.Number in your party.
The total number in your party must not exceed the capacity of the accommodation as advertised by us. You should check the policy of your chosen accommodation carefully before booking.
4. Payment. When you book you must pay the applicable deposit requested. The deposit amount is non-refundable. Your balance is due and payable 6 weeks before your holiday start date. For a booking made within the 6 weeks of your holiday start date you must pay the full amount when you make the booking. If the deposit and/or balance are not paid on time, we may cancel your booking. Cheque payments must be made at least 7 weeks prior to arrival to allow for cheque clearance.
We reserve the right to provide alternative accommodation of (at least) an equivalent class, even when parties have been advised of their specific unit names.
5. Changes to Booking:
Up to 8 weeks before the holiday start date you may change your accommodation to another one within the same park as your original booking and within the same calendar year, subject to availability and at Woodland Lakes any outstanding difference in price. You may transfer your booking to someone else/another party (introduced by you) subject to our agreement and any outstanding balance. Note: Bookings may not be transferred to other parties after we have received notification of cancellation.
6.Should you cancel:
Telephone us immediately if you have to cancel and on the same day send us written confirmation quoting your booking reference. Your cancellation is effective from when we receive your written confirmation, which will be acknowledged.
Cancellation Charges:
- Up to SEVEN days before the booking starts, LOSS OF DEPOSIT
- Less than SEVEN DAYS before your booking date, LOSS OF 75% OF THE TOTAL COST
If you are due a refund as a result of cancellation, this will be paid within 30 days of receipt of your written confirmation of cancellation.
7. Cancellation by either party (You or Us).
Very occasionally, in circumstances of ‘force majeure’ as defined in clause 14, we may have to cancel a booking. We will tell you as soon as possible and offer you an alternative date or a credit voucher to the value of the holiday booked, for a date within 12 months of the original holiday. We regret we cannot pay compensation or any reimbursement of any expenses or costs you may incur as a result of any such cancellation or change.
8. Linen, Towels and Bed Linen
These items are all provided. This may be duvets or blankets and sheets. Towels are normally provided for use in your accommodation only. You may be asked for a security or key deposit.
9. Unreasonable Behaviour.
We have the right to refuse to hand over accommodation if unreasonable behaviour of anyone in your party is likely to cause offence to other guests or to members of staff. If your mental state, physical state, attitude, behaviour or appearance, including the effects of alcohol or drugs, present a risk to you, others or our property, you will be refused access to Woodland Lakes and all our facilities. In all such cases all hire charges paid will be retained Woodland Lakes and no refund will be given.
We reserve the right to terminate a holiday after the keys have been handed over, if the unreasonable behaviour of anyone in your party is likely to impair the enjoyment, comfort or health of other guests or members of staff. In these circumstances, no refund will be given. Noise: – Our lodges are strictly ADULT only. Noise should be kept to a minimum after 11pm, please respect other guests.
10. Damage to Accommodation. You are liable for any damage caused to the accommodation during the period of hire. Should we have to take legal action or use a debt collection agency to recover these costs you will also be liable to also pay these in full. We have the right to enter any accommodation (without prior notice if this is not practical or possible) if special circumstances or emergencies arise (for example if repairs need to be carried out).
SMOKING is NOT permitted in any units of accommodation. If this is detected, you will be charged £150 to cover the cost of laundering and cleaning of all fittings to eliminate the smell.
11. Many of our lodges are unsuitable for visitors with mobility difficulties. To ensure the accommodation and location booked is suitable for visitors with a disability, it is essential that all booking requests from parties including people with special needs, give us full and clear details of those needs at the time of booking. We also require confirmation as to whether or not the disabled visitor will be accompanied on their holiday by an individual able to attend to all their requirements.
12. Security Deposits.
You may be asked for an additional deposit at our discretion for some or all parties. This is payable on arrival and will be returned to you after your holiday, provided that your accommodation is undamaged, clean and tidy and all site rules have been fully abided by. A credit card must be used for the security deposit on the day of check in.
13. Special Requests.
These cannot be guaranteed, but every effort will be made to satisfy them.
14. Force Majeure.
We cannot accept responsibility or pay any compensation where the performance or prompt performance of the contract is prevented or affected by reasons of circumstances which amount to ‘force majeure’. Circumstances amounting to ‘force majeure’ include any event which we could not, even with all due care, foresee or avoid. Such circumstances include the destruction or damage of your accommodation (which cannot reasonably be remedied to a satisfactory standard before the start of your holiday) through fire, flood, explosion, storm or weather damage, break in, criminal damage, riots or civil strife, industrial action, natural or nuclear disaster, adverse weather conditions, war or threat of war, actual or threatened terrorist activity, epidemic, pandemic and all similar situations beyond the owner’s control.
15. Your Pet.
Specified lodges allow you to bring your pet with you. You must tell us if you are bringing a pet when you make your booking. You must bring your pet basket with you and ensure that your pet does not lie on the bedding or chairs under any circumstances. All necessary items for looking after you pet should be brought with you. Pets must not be left unattended in accommodation or elsewhere. They must be EXERCISED ON A LEAD and in the charge of an adult. Pets are not allowed at The Oaks Golf Club & Spa. Please clean up any fouling without delay; special bins are provided. Just one pet is allowed at the site. We reserve the right to ask any guests to leave if they bring a pet with them if they are in a lodge that does not accept pets, we also reserve the right to charge our standard fees if a pet is found to be staying when not previously booked or paid for, and we reserve the right to charge for any damage to our property by any pet to the lead name of the accommodation booking.
Animals other than dogs can only be accepted with specific permission from Woodland Lakes. In the interest of visitors safety and following government legislation we are sorry we are unable to accept the following types of dog: American Pit Bull Terrier, Japanese Tose, Fila Brasileiro and Dogo Argentino and any other dog know to have aggressive tendencies, even where these types of dog are muzzled as required by government legislation. We reserve the right to make that judgment if necessary.
16. Assistance dogs.
Registered assistance dogs are accepted free of charge at all locations, subject to the availability of suitable accommodation.
17. Your Vehicles.
Your vehicle, their accessories and contents are left entirely at your risk. We are not responsible for any loss or damage from or to any vehicle from any cause whatsoever. Parking at your lodge is not available and all vehicles must be left in the designated parking areas.
18. Comments or Concerns.
You must notify any shortcomings with your accommodation to us so that remedial action, if appropriate, can be taken. Failure to notify us during your stay of any concern regarding your lodge will result in no compensation being considered. Further to this, having notified Woodland Lakes Ltd you must send in writing details to ourselves of any issues encountered. If a significant problem is not resolved to your satisfaction, please contact us as soon as possible during your holiday and we will liaise with the relevant persons.
19. Personal Travel Insurance.
You are strongly recommended to take out Personal Travel Insurance for your holiday.
20. Data Protection Policy. In order to process your booking, we need to use the information, you provide, such as name, address, any special needs etc. Proper security measures are in place to protect your information. The information may also be provided to security or credit checking companies, public authorities such as customs/immigration if required by them, or as requested by law. We will not pass any information onto any person, not responsible for your booking. This applies to any sensitive information that you give us such as, details of any disabilities, or dietary/religious requirement. In making this booking, you consent to this information being passed on to the relevant persons. You are entitled to a copy of your information held by us. If you would like to see this please contact us. In making this booking, you consent to this information being passed on to the relevant persons. You are entitled to a copy of your information held by us. If you would like to see this please contact us.
21. Marketing.
We will hold your information when collected by us and may use it to provide you with holiday or special offer information. If you do not wish to receive such approaches in the future, please let us know. We will not pass your information on to any third parties for marketing use without your permission.
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USEFUL INFORMATION
Check-In: 4pm
Check-Out: 9.30am
Arrival: Your accommodation will be available from 4pm onwards on the day of arrival however you are welcome to use the facilities at The Oaks from 10.30 am onwards subject to availability. You may be asked at any time to produce your booking documents.
Departure You must vacate your lodge by 9.30am. Failure to do so may incur an additional charge, Lodge keys must be returned to the key box. If you lose a key, you will be charged £35 for each key. If you find the key and return it, you will be reimbursed.
Collecting Keys: Your key will be in a key box adjacent to the lodge door. You will be given a code to access this box. Codes are changed following each booking. Any problems when you arrive, please ring 07831 295187 for assistance.
Appliances: These vary per accommodation, and you should check at the time of booking what is in your accommodation. All are equipped with an oven, hob and fridge with many also containing freezers, dishwashers and microwaves. All the essentials you may need to start your holiday will be provided, such, washing-up liquid and kitchen cloths. There will be enough for your arrival date but all days after this please ensure you bring your own supplies.
Rubbish: We ask that guests deposit all their refuse in the bin stores located at the entrance.
Dogs: Dogs should be always kept on a lead. Dog waste must be picked up by owners and deposited in the bins around the site. It is not permitted to leave dogs/pets unattended in your accommodation at any time. If these guidelines are broken, you will be asked to leave park immediately.
Wi-Fi: Wi Fi will be provided free of charge at the lodges and within The Oaks.
Activities: It is advisable to pre book any activities & treatments to avoid disappointment as they do get booked up. All Activities & treatments are paid in full at the time of booking and the monies are non-refundable unless cancelled by us.
Lost Property: Please check thoroughly that you haven’t left anything behind. We take no responsibility for any item left unclaimed and cannot respond to assurances that certain items were left. We will only keep Lost Property items onsite for 7 days maximum and this will be disposed of thereafter. Any item left behind must be uplifted within 10 days. We are willing to post items when requested within 7 days at a £10.00 minimum charge.