Short-term rental and property use regulations
- Definitions
1.1. “Owner” or “Lessor” – a natural person who is the owner or lessee of the property, granting the lease, i.e., Krzysztof Lipiński conducting business under the name Kancelaria Restrukturyzacyjna Krzysztof Lipiński, located in Gdańsk (80-864), Plac Porozumienia Gdańskiego 1/317, NIP 5671778829.
1.2. “Tenant” or “Client” – a person who rents the property under a short-term lease agreement on the terms specified in these Regulations and the contractual terms.
1.3. “Property” – the house and the land on which it is located, which is the subject of the lease agreement.
1.4. “Lease Term” – the period for which the lease agreement is concluded, as specified in the agreement.
1.5. “Regulations” – these Short-Term Rental Terms and Conditions.
1.6. “Reservation” – the action of selecting the dates of stay at the Property by the Client and possibly other conditions of such a stay, made by email or phone, through which an agreement is concluded between the Lessor and the Client for the rental of the Property in accordance with the offer and the terms specified in the Regulations.
General provisions
These Regulations define the terms of reservation and the short-term rental service of the Property offered by the Lessor. As part of the short-term rental service, the Lessor agrees to make available to the Client the property (with a usable area of 145 m²) that includes a building, while the Client agrees to pay the rental fee and comply with the rules set forth in these Regulations.
Before making a reservation, the Client is required to read the content of the Regulations. Making a reservation is equivalent to accepting its terms.
The Lessor declares that they hold the legal title to the Property, which is the subject of the agreement with the Client, and is authorized to provide the service of temporary rental of the Property for tourism or recreational purposes.
The Lessor informs the Clients that, pursuant to Article 38(12) of the Act of May 30, 2014, on Consumer Rights, in the case of an accommodation services agreement other than for residential purposes, the consumer has no right to withdraw from the contract concluded remotely or outside the business premises, which the Client hereby acknowledges.
The Property is subject to quiet hours from 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM. In case of non-compliance with commonly accepted norms of social coexistence or disturbing the peace of the neighbors, the Lessor reserves the right to immediately cancel the Reservation with immediate effect, without the obligation to refund the costs for the unused stay.
2. Scope of Use of the Property
2.1. The Tenant agrees to use the Property exclusively for tourism or leisure purposes and may not sublet or allow third parties to use the Property for free.
2.2. Storing hazardous, illegal, or harmful materials on the Property is prohibited.
2.3. Organizing events, social gatherings, or loud events on the Property is prohibited without the prior consent of the Owner.
2.4. The Property may not be transferred to third parties for further rental.
2.5. Pets are not allowed, unless explicitly stated in the rental agreement with the Owner’s consent.
2.6. The Landlord or another designated person has the right to enter the Property in order to remove a malfunction or if there is a reasonable suspicion that the Client is violating the terms of the Regulations.
2.7. Smoking tobacco, using substances, or using e-cigarettes on the Property is strictly prohibited. If this prohibition is violated, the Landlord may charge an additional fee of 1,000.00 PLN, which does not limit the Landlord’s right to claim damages in accordance with general principles.
2.8. Clients are obligated to properly secure the Property, meaning they must lock the entrance doors and windows whenever leaving the Property and carefully store the keys out of reach of third parties. It is prohibited to remove any items from the Property. Clients must take care of the rented Property, including turning off unnecessary lighting, turning off the water, and not tearing down any posted information within the Property.
2.9. The Client is obligated to maintain and return the Property in an undamaged condition, except for wear and tear resulting from normal use. Clients must dispose of their garbage in containers located outside the building upon departure.
2.10. The Client must pay particular attention to the proper maintenance of faucets, sanitary fittings, and electrical appliances. Due to fire protection regulations, the Client is not allowed to use any electrical devices that are not part of the Property’s equipment, except for: a computer, shaver, hairdryer, or phone charger.
2.11. The Landlord is not responsible for items left in the apartment. Any items found will only be returned at the Client’s expense.
2.12. The Tenant is responsible for the actions and omissions of all guests staying with them on the Property, as if they were their own actions.
2.13. Immediately upon check-in, the Client should report any identified irregularities in the Property; otherwise, this may result in the Client being charged for the costs of repairing any identified damages.
2.14. Persons not registered with the Landlord are not allowed to stay in the Property, under the penalty of immediate termination of the rental agreement, without the obligation to refund the cost of unused stay time.
2.15. The lake adjoining the Property is not for fishing, swimming, or using recreational equipment (e.g., kayaks, rafts, SUPs, etc.). The adjacent Glinowskie Lake is designated for such activities.
2.16. Fishing on Glinowskie Lake requires an additional fee of 50.00 PLN per day per person. This fee is payable to the Landlord or the owner of the lake.
2.17. The use of the sauna is not regulated by these Regulations and requires a separate agreement.
3. Tenant’s obligations
3.1. The Tenant agrees to maintain the order and cleanliness of the Property throughout the rental period.
3.2. The Tenant is responsible for any damages, breakages, or destruction of the Property, its furnishings, or appliances caused by the Tenant or individuals invited by the Tenant to the Property.
3.3. In the event of damage, the Tenant agrees to promptly inform the Owner and cover the cost of repairs.
3.4. In case of loss or damage to items belonging to the Owner, the Tenant is responsible for returning them or providing compensation.
3.5. The Tenant is obligated to comply with public order and environmental protection rules during their stay at the Property.
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4. Safety Rules
4.1. The Tenant agrees to adhere to fire safety rules, including not leaving electrical devices on without supervision and not blocking evacuation routes.
4.2. In the event of any detected danger, the Tenant is obligated to immediately notify the Owner and the relevant emergency services.
4.3. The Tenant agrees to follow the operating instructions for devices in the Property, including household appliances, RTV equipment, heating systems, and others.
4.4. The Tenant is responsible for supervising any minors under their care.
4.5. The Landlord points out that all water bodies (e.g., lakes, ponds, beaver dams) within a 200-meter radius of the house are not designated for recreational use. The Landlord is not responsible for any damages to property or health caused by the use of these water bodies.
4.6. It is prohibited to start a fire outside the designated fire pit area.
4.7. The Property is monitored and has an alarm system.
5. Payments
5.1. The Tenant agrees to pay the agreed rental fee for the Property before the start of the rental period, in accordance with the terms of the rental agreement.
5.2. In the event of a delay in payment, the Owner reserves the right to terminate the rental agreement and charge the Tenant for any costs resulting from the delay.
5.3. Guests making a reservation are required to pay a reservation fee of 30% of the service price, which is refundable if the reservation is canceled at least 30 days before the scheduled arrival. The remaining amount must be paid no later than 7 days before the start date of the stay.
5.4. In the case of a phone or email reservation, to confirm the reservation, the Client is required to immediately pay the reservation fee by bank transfer to the account specified in the reservation confirmation (at least 30% of the service price). If the payment is not credited by 3:00 PM the following day, the Landlord has the right to cancel the reservation. The remaining balance must be paid no later than 7 days before the scheduled check-in date.
5.5. The stay of an infant child, who sleeps with the guardian or in their own private crib, and does not require additional bedding and towels, is free of charge. Each guardian may have one infant child whose stay is free. When making a reservation, the total number of people, including the age of children, should be provided, specifying any children whose stay is free.
6. Owner’s Liability
6.1. The Owner is not responsible for damages to property or health of the Tenant or third parties resulting from improper use of the Property by the Tenant or third parties allowed by the Tenant to the Property.
6.2. The Owner is not responsible for interruptions in the supply of utilities (water, electricity, gas, internet) resulting from actions beyond their control, such as failures or maintenance work.
6.3. If technical faults or failures occur in the Property, the Tenant is obligated to immediately inform the Owner. The Owner will take appropriate corrective actions as quickly as possible.
6.4. The Tenant declares that they have familiarized themselves with the technical and visual condition of the Property, including all equipment, appliances, and installations that are part of the Property. The Tenant confirms that the condition of the Property, including additional equipment (e.g., household appliances, RTV equipment, furniture, sanitary devices, decorations, etc.), meets their expectations and they have no objections regarding their quality, functionality, or appearance.
6.5. The Tenant acknowledges that the Owner is not responsible for any damages, including damage to property or health, arising from the use of the Property’s equipment, especially regarding additional elements made available for the Tenant’s use.
6.6. The Owner is not responsible for any hidden defects of the Property or its equipment that were present at the time of signing the rental agreement, unless these defects were intentionally concealed by the Owner to deceive the Tenant. If any issues arise related to the use of the Property’s equipment, the Tenant must immediately inform the Owner but will bear responsibility for it according to the terms of the agreement.
6.7. The Owner is not responsible for damages or losses caused by improper use, failure to follow usage instructions, or improper maintenance of the Property’s equipment by the Tenant.
7. Check-in and Check-out
7.1. The rental period starts at 4:00 PM on the day of check-in as per the Reservation and ends at 10:00 AM on the day of check-out as per the Reservation.
7.2. The Landlord reserves the right to collect a security deposit of at least 1,000.00 PLN as a guarantee for the stay. The deposit will be refunded in full on the day of departure if no damage is caused to the Property. The amount of the deposit may vary depending on the type of stay (higher amounts may be required for events or stays during holidays) and the number of people. Deductions from the deposit do not exclude the possibility of claiming damages or lost potential income exceeding the amount of the deposit.
7.3. The Landlord reserves the right to refuse to provide the Property and cancel the Reservation for persons under the influence of alcohol, drugs, behaving aggressively, or creating a direct threat to others or property.
7.4. The Landlord reserves the right to check the technical condition of the Property. In case of damages caused during the Client’s stay, the Client is obligated to cover the repair costs in full by the day of check-out.
7.5. Early departure for reasons not attributable to the Landlord does not entitle the Tenant to request a refund for unused services.
8. Liability and Final Provisions
8.1. The Landlord is not responsible for the loss or damage of a vehicle left by the Client on the Property’s premises.
8.2. If the Tenant fails to comply with the terms of the rental agreement or Regulations, the Owner reserves the right to terminate the rental agreement without refunding the payment made.
8.3. Any disputes arising from the implementation of these regulations will be resolved by the court having jurisdiction over the location of the Property.
8.4. Signing the rental agreement with the Landlord signifies acceptance of these Regulations.
8.5. The Client is obligated to immediately report any damages caused by them during their stay and promptly cover the equivalent cost. The Client is also fully responsible for damages caused by persons staying in the Property with their consent or knowledge. If the damage prevents further rental, the Client is additionally financially responsible for each day excluded from rental at double the current daily rental price.
8.6. Smoking cigarettes, other tobacco products, or substances in the Property, as well as using candles, is prohibited.
8.7. If the Tenant does not return the Property after the reservation ends, the Tenant is obligated to pay twice the current rental price for each day after the end of the reservation.
8.8. Upon check-out, the Client is obligated to return all keys, access cards, and remote controls. If not returned, the Client will incur a fee of 500 PLN (for keys).
8.9. The number of people in the Property cannot exceed the number stated in the reservation. If the number of people exceeds this, the Client will be charged an additional 500 PLN per extra person.
8.10. If the damage exceeds the penalty or additional fee specified in these Regulations, the Owner is entitled to claim compensation according to general principles.
8.11. The Owner is not responsible for damages resulting from improper use of the Property or its equipment by the Tenant.
8.12. Failure to return the Property to the Owner after the rental period is considered a breach of the agreement, and the Tenant will be charged 4,000.00 PLN for each day the Property is not returned.