Short-Term Rental Agreement Template

In this Agreement, the following capitalized terms have the meanings set out below, and such meanings apply equally to the singular and plural forms of those terms.

"Premises" means the dwelling unit located at [Property Address], together with the furnishings, fixtures, appliances, equipment, linens and any outdoor or common areas expressly made available to the Guest by the Host, as further described in [Description of Premises and Included Amenities].

"Rental Period" means the period commencing at the Check-In Time on the Check-In Date and ending at the Check-Out Time on the Check-Out Date, as specified in this Agreement.

"Check-In Date" means [Check-In Date], and "Check-Out Date" means [Check-Out Date].

"Check-In Time" means [Check-In Time] on the Check-In Date, and "Check-Out Time" means [Check-Out Time] on the Check-Out Date.

"Rental Fee" means the total amount payable by the Guest for the Rental Period, calculated at the nightly rate of [Nightly Rate] multiplied by the number of nights in the Rental Period, as set out in this Agreement.

"Security Deposit" means the refundable sum of [Security Deposit Amount] paid by the Guest to the Host as security for the Guest's obligations under this Agreement.

"Cleaning Fee" means the fixed, non-itemized charge of [Cleaning Fee Amount] payable by the Guest to the Host for cleaning the Premises following the Rental Period.

"Authorized Occupants" means the Guest and those additional persons identified by name in the booking information provided by the Guest and accepted by the Host in writing, not exceeding the Maximum Occupancy.

"Maximum Occupancy" means the maximum number of persons, including adults and children, permitted to stay overnight at the Premises, being [Maximum Number of Occupants].

"House Rules" means the rules and restrictions governing use of the Premises set out in this Agreement and any supplementary written rules reasonably issued by the Host and made available to the Guest at or before the Check-In Date.

"Invitees" means any person, other than an Authorized Occupant, who enters or remains at the Premises with the express or implied permission of the Guest or any Authorized Occupant.

"Damage" means any loss of, damage to, or destruction of the Premises or any item within it, including excessive soiling, missing items and any condition requiring repair, replacement or specialized cleaning beyond ordinary wear and tear.

The Host hereby grants to the Guest a limited, revocable, personal, non-exclusive right to occupy the Premises during the Rental Period, solely for the purposes and subject to the conditions set out in this Agreement.

The rights granted under this Agreement constitute a license to occupy for temporary accommodation only. Nothing in this Agreement creates a lease, tenancy, sublease or any estate, leasehold or proprietary interest in the Premises in favor of the Guest or any other person.

The Host retains legal possession and control of the Premises at all times and retains the right of access described in this Agreement. The Guest acknowledges that the Guest is not entitled to exclusive possession as against the Host.

The license granted hereunder is personal to the Guest. The Guest shall not assign, transfer, sublicense, sublet, list, advertise or otherwise make the Premises or any part of them available to any third party, whether for payment or otherwise.

The Guest shall be entitled to use the furnishings, appliances and amenities described in [Description of Premises and Included Amenities] for their ordinary and intended purposes. Any area, room or item that the Host has designated as unavailable, locked or reserved for the Host's use is excluded from this license.

The Guest accepts the Premises on an "as is" basis, subject to the Host's obligations to maintain the Premises in a reasonably clean and habitable condition at the commencement of the Rental Period. The Host makes no representation that any particular view, noise level, weather condition, neighborhood circumstance or third-party service will be available or unchanged during the Rental Period.

The Guest acknowledges that the license may be terminated by the Host in accordance with this Agreement and that, upon expiry or termination, all rights of the Guest and all Authorized Occupants to occupy the Premises shall cease immediately.

The Rental Period shall begin at the Check-In Time on the Check-In Date and shall end at the Check-Out Time on the Check-Out Date. The total duration of the Rental Period is [Number of Nights] nights.

The Guest shall not enter or occupy the Premises before the Check-In Time. The Host may, at its sole discretion and without obligation, permit early check-in or late check-out upon written request, and any such permission may be conditioned on payment of an additional fee of [Early Check-In or Late Check-Out Fee].

The Guest shall notify the Host of the Guest's expected arrival time at least [Number] hours before the Check-In Date. If the Guest fails to arrive by [Latest Arrival Time] on the Check-In Date without prior notice, the Host may treat the Guest as a no-show, and the provisions of this Agreement on cancellation and early termination shall apply.

Check-in shall be effected by [Check-In Method, such as in-person key handover, lockbox or smart lock code], and the Host shall provide the Guest with the necessary instructions and access credentials not later than [Number] hours before the Check-In Time. The Guest shall keep all access credentials confidential and shall not duplicate any key or share any code with unauthorized persons.

By the Check-Out Time on the Check-Out Date, the Guest shall vacate the Premises, remove all personal belongings and Invitees, lock all doors and windows, and return all keys, cards and access devices in accordance with the Host's check-out instructions.

If the Guest fails to vacate the Premises by the Check-Out Time, the Guest shall pay to the Host an overstay charge of [Overstay Charge Amount] for each hour or part thereof, or, at the Host's election, an amount equal to [Overstay Nightly Multiple] times the nightly rate for each night or part thereof, in addition to any other remedies available to the Host. The Guest shall further be liable for any loss the Host incurs by reason of the delay, including costs arising from incoming guests who are unable to occupy the Premises.

The Guest shall have no right to extend the Rental Period unless the Host agrees in writing and the Guest pays any additional Rental Fee in advance.

The Guest shall pay the Host the Rental Fee in the total amount of [Total Rental Fee Amount] [Currency], calculated at the nightly rate of [Nightly Rate] [Currency] for each night of the Rental Period.

The Rental Fee shall be paid in full at the time of booking and, in any event, no later than [Payment Deadline] and before the Guest is entitled to receive any access instructions or credentials. The booking shall not be confirmed until the Host has received the Rental Fee in cleared funds.

In addition to the Rental Fee, the Guest shall pay, at the time of booking, the Cleaning Fee and the Security Deposit, and any applicable taxes, levies, tourist or occupancy charges and other governmental charges, in the amounts set out in [Applicable Taxes and Charges].

Payment shall be made by [Accepted Payment Method], to the account or payee specified by the Host in [Payment Details]. All payments shall be made without set-off, counterclaim, deduction or withholding. The Guest shall bear all bank, transfer and currency conversion charges incurred in making payment.

If any payment is not received by the due date or is reversed, charged back or dishonored, the Host may, without liability, treat the booking as cancelled, release the Premises to third parties and retain any amounts already paid as provided in this Agreement. The Host may also charge the Guest an administrative fee of [Administrative Fee Amount] and interest at the rate of [Late Payment Interest Rate] per annum on any overdue sum until paid.

The Rental Fee is based on the number of Authorized Occupants stated in the booking. The Host may charge an additional fee of [Additional Guest Fee] per additional person per night for any occupant not previously approved in writing, without prejudice to the Host's other rights under this Agreement.

The Rental Fee is earned upon payment and is non-refundable except as expressly provided in this Agreement.

The Guest shall pay the Security Deposit to the Host at the time of booking, together with the Rental Fee, as security for the full and timely performance of the Guest's obligations under this Agreement.

The Security Deposit is not a limitation on the Guest's liability, shall not be treated as prepayment of the Rental Fee or any other charge, and shall not bear interest in favor of the Guest. The Host is not obliged to hold the Security Deposit in a segregated account unless required by mandatory law.

Following the Check-Out Time, the Host shall inspect the Premises within [Number] hours or days after the Guest has vacated and returned all keys and access devices, in order to determine whether any Damage has occurred or any sums are owing by the Guest.

The Host may deduct from the Security Deposit any amount reasonably necessary to cover: the cost of repairing or replacing any Damage; the cost of extraordinary cleaning beyond that covered by the Cleaning Fee; the cost of replacing lost keys or access devices; any unpaid Rental Fee, overstay charge or other sum due under this Agreement; and any fines or penalties incurred by the Host as a result of the Guest's breach of the House Rules.

Where no deductions are required, the Host shall return the Security Deposit to the Guest in full within [Number] days after the completion of the inspection, by the same method as the original payment, or by such other method as the Parties may agree in writing. Where deductions are made, the Host shall provide a written statement of the deductions, together with reasonable supporting evidence such as photographs, receipts or estimates, and shall refund the balance within the same period.

If the cost of Damage or other sums due exceeds the Security Deposit, the Guest shall pay the excess to the Host within [Number] days of written demand. Where the full cost of repair cannot be determined within the refund period, the Host may retain a reasonable estimated amount pending final determination and shall account for it once the actual cost is known.

The Guest acknowledges that the Host's decision on the deductions, if made reasonably and in good faith, shall be binding in the absence of manifest error.

The Guest shall pay the Host a fixed Cleaning Fee of [Cleaning Fee Amount] [Currency] for the cleaning of the Premises after the Rental Period. The Cleaning Fee is payable together with the Rental Fee at the time of booking and is non-refundable irrespective of the length of the Rental Period or the actual cost of cleaning.

The Host shall deliver the Premises to the Guest in a reasonably clean and orderly condition at the commencement of the Rental Period, with clean linens and towels as described in [Linen and Towel Provision].

The Cleaning Fee covers only standard, end-of-stay cleaning of the Premises in the condition in which it would reasonably be expected to be left after normal residential use. It does not cover excessive dirt, stains, odors, biological matter, pet-related contamination, smoke residue, removal of large quantities of refuse or any cleaning made necessary by a breach of this Agreement.

Before departure, the Guest shall, as a courtesy and as a condition of this Agreement, reasonably tidy the Premises, including: placing all refuse in designated receptacles; washing or loading used dishes and cooking utensils into the dishwasher; returning furniture to its original position; and switching off all lights, appliances, heating and cooling devices as instructed by the Host.

If the Premises require extraordinary cleaning, the Host may charge the Guest the actual cost of such cleaning, or where the work is performed by the Host, a reasonable charge at the rate of [Extraordinary Cleaning Hourly Rate] per hour, which may be deducted from the Security Deposit.

The Guest acknowledges having been given the opportunity to inspect the photographs and description of the Premises and, unless the Guest notifies the Host in writing of any defect or unsatisfactory condition within [Number] hours after the Check-In Time, the Premises shall be deemed to have been delivered in clean and satisfactory condition and in good working order.

The Premises shall be occupied overnight by no more than the Maximum Occupancy. Only the Authorized Occupants may stay overnight at the Premises. The Guest shall provide the full names of all Authorized Occupants upon request and shall ensure that each of them complies with this Agreement.

The Guest represents and warrants that the Guest is at least [Minimum Age] years of age, will be present at the Premises throughout the Rental Period, and is entering into this Agreement as a private individual for personal, non-business purposes only.

The Premises shall be used solely as temporary private residential accommodation for holiday or short-stay purposes. The Guest shall not use the Premises for any commercial, professional, promotional or industrial activity, including filming, photography for commercial purposes, events, parties, receptions, gatherings or the hosting of paying guests.

Visitors who are not Authorized Occupants shall not be permitted at the Premises without the prior written consent of the Host. In any event, the total number of persons present at the Premises at any one time, including Invitees, shall not exceed [Maximum Daytime Visitor Number], and no Invitee shall stay overnight.

The Guest shall not use the Premises for any unlawful, immoral or hazardous purpose, or in a manner that may invalidate the Host's insurance, or give rise to a nuisance to neighbors, or breach any rules of any owners' association, building management or local authority that have been communicated to the Guest.

Any breach of the occupancy limits or permitted use restrictions shall constitute a material breach of this Agreement entitling the Host to terminate the license immediately in accordance with this Agreement, without refund, and to charge the additional fee provided for in this Agreement.

The Guest shall comply, and shall ensure that all Authorized Occupants and Invitees comply, with the House Rules at all times during the Rental Period. The Guest is responsible for the acts and omissions of all Authorized Occupants and Invitees as if they were the Guest's own.

Quiet hours shall apply between [Quiet Hours Start Time] and [Quiet Hours End Time]. The Guest shall at all times behave in a manner that is considerate to neighbors and shall not cause noise, disturbance, annoyance or nuisance of any kind.

Smoking, vaping and the use of any open flame, candles or incense are prohibited inside the Premises. Smoking is permitted only in [Designated Smoking Area, if any]. The use, possession or cultivation of illegal substances at the Premises is strictly prohibited.

Pets are [permitted / not permitted] at the Premises. Where pets are permitted, they shall be limited to [Pet Conditions and Fee], and the Guest shall be wholly liable for any resulting Damage, soiling or disturbance.

The Guest shall: use all appliances, utilities and equipment with reasonable care and in accordance with instructions; not tamper with, disable or remove any smoke detector, carbon monoxide detector, security camera, lock or safety device; not move or remove any furniture, equipment or item from the Premises; and dispose of waste and recycling in accordance with the Host's instructions.

The Guest acknowledges that the Host may maintain [Description of Any Security Devices, such as exterior cameras], which will be located only in non-private areas and disclosed in the booking description. The Guest shall not install or operate any recording device in the Premises without the Host's prior written consent.

Additional House Rules, including those relating to parking, use of facilities, and local rules, are as follows: [Additional House Rules]. The Host may reasonably amend the House Rules where required for safety, security or compliance with law, by notice to the Guest.

The booking made under this Agreement is final and non-refundable. Upon payment of the Rental Fee, the Cleaning Fee and any other sums due at booking, the Host shall reserve the Premises exclusively for the Guest and shall decline other bookings for the Rental Period.

If the Guest cancels the booking, shortens the stay, fails to arrive, or otherwise does not use the Premises for all or part of the Rental Period, for any reason whatsoever and at any time, the Guest shall not be entitled to any refund of the Rental Fee, the Cleaning Fee or any taxes and charges that have been paid or are payable in respect of the Rental Period.

The Guest acknowledges that the Rental Fee is not a penalty but a genuine and reasonable pre-estimate of the Host's loss, having regard to the Host's inability to rent the Premises to others, the likelihood of lost bookings, and the Host's commitment of time and resources to prepare for the stay.

Any cancellation notice shall be given in writing to the Host at [Host Notice Email]. Receipt of such notice shall not affect the non-refundable nature of the booking. The Guest is strongly advised to obtain appropriate travel and cancellation insurance, and the Host shall bear no responsibility for the Guest's failure to do so.

The Security Deposit shall be refundable to the Guest in the case of cancellation in accordance with its terms, subject to any deductions for sums due to the Host, and the Host shall return it within [Number] days following cancellation.

The Host may, at its sole discretion and without any obligation or admission of precedent, agree in writing to rebook the stay for alternative dates or to refund a portion of the Rental Fee, provided that the Premises is re-let for the Rental Period and the Host has received payment for it. Any such arrangement shall not constitute a waiver of this section.

If the Host is compelled to cancel the booking for reasons other than the Guest's breach and other than a Force Majeure Event, the Host shall refund to the Guest all sums paid by the Guest in respect of the cancelled period, and such refund shall constitute the Guest's sole and exclusive remedy.

The Guest shall be liable to the Host for all Damage to, and all loss of, the Premises or any contents caused during the Rental Period by the Guest, any Authorized Occupant or any Invitee, whether through act, omission, negligence or wilful misconduct, fair wear and tear excepted.

The Guest shall promptly, and in any event within [Number] hours, notify the Host of any Damage, loss, malfunction, accident, or injury occurring at the Premises, and shall take all reasonable steps to prevent further Damage.

The Guest shall pay the Host on demand the reasonable cost of repair or replacement of any Damaged or lost item, taking into account the cost of like-for-like replacement, together with any reasonable related costs, including call-out fees, professional assessment fees and administrative costs of [Damage Administration Fee].

Where Damage renders the Premises, in whole or in part, unfit for letting, the Guest shall also compensate the Host for the loss of rental income for any period during which the Premises cannot be let, to the extent that such loss is reasonably documented, being calculated at the nightly rate on the basis of confirmed bookings affected.

The Guest shall be liable for any fines, penalties, charges or claims levied against the Host by any authority, association, utility or third party arising out of the conduct of the Guest, any Authorized Occupant or any Invitee, including those for noise, waste, parking or breach of local rules.

The Guest shall be liable for the cost of replacing keys, locks, remotes and access devices that are lost, damaged, or not returned, and for lock-out services reasonably required by the Guest during the Rental Period.

The Security Deposit may be applied to the Guest's liabilities under this section, but the Guest's liability is not limited to the amount of the Security Deposit. The Host's rights under this section are in addition to any other remedy.

The Host, or any person authorized by the Host, may enter the Premises during the Rental Period, upon reasonable notice to the Guest where practicable, in the following circumstances: to carry out essential repairs or maintenance; to respond to an emergency or reasonably suspected emergency; to investigate reasonable suspicion of a breach of this Agreement; or to inspect the Premises with the Guest's consent.

Except in an emergency or where there is a reasonable belief that the Guest is in material breach of this Agreement, the Host shall endeavor to give the Guest at least [Number] hours' notice before entry and shall attempt to enter at a reasonable time and in a manner that minimizes disturbance.

In an emergency, including fire, flood, gas leak, risk to safety or property, or the apprehension of serious breach, the Host may enter at any time without prior notice, and the Guest shall not obstruct such entry.

The Guest shall not change, add or alter any lock, or otherwise obstruct the Host's access to the Premises, and shall not place any item in a way that prevents access to the Premises.

The Host shall have unrestricted access to the Premises before the Check-In Time and after the Check-Out Time, and to any areas of the Premises, such as storage rooms, utility areas, or areas designated as restricted to the Guest.

Upon the expiry or termination of the Rental Period, the Host may enter the Premises immediately, and may remove, store, or dispose of any personal property left behind by the Guest, at the Guest's expense and risk, after a reasonable period of not less than [Number] days. The Host shall have no duty to preserve any such items of low or nominal value, and shall have no liability for their loss or damage.

The Guest occupies and uses the Premises, including all facilities, amenities, and any outdoor areas, at the Guest's own risk. To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, the Host shall not be liable to the Guest, any Authorized Occupant or any Invitee for any loss, damage, injury or death arising out of or in connection with the stay, except to the extent caused by the Host's gross negligence or wilful misconduct, or to the extent that liability cannot lawfully be excluded.

The Host shall not be liable for the loss of, theft of, or damage to any personal belongings, money, valuables, vehicles or other property of the Guest, any Authorized Occupant or any Invitee, whether stored in the Premises or elsewhere on the property. The Guest is advised to obtain adequate personal insurance.

The Host shall not be liable for any interruption, failure or reduction in utilities, internet, television, appliances, hot water or other services, or for any inconvenience arising from nearby construction, noise, pests, weather or the conduct of third parties, unless caused by the Host's wilful misconduct.

Subject to mandatory law, the Host's total aggregate liability to the Guest arising out of or in connection with this Agreement, whether in contract, tort or otherwise, shall not exceed the Rental Fee actually paid by the Guest. The Host shall not be liable for any indirect, consequential, special or punitive loss, or any loss of profit, enjoyment or opportunity.

The Guest shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless the Host, its family members, agents and representatives from and against any and all claims, demands, losses, liabilities, damages, costs and expenses, including reasonable legal fees, arising out of or in connection with: the Guest's breach of this Agreement; the acts or omissions of any Authorized Occupant or Invitee; any injury to or death of any person, or damage to property, at the Premises during the Rental Period caused by the Guest, any Authorized Occupant or any Invitee; or any claim by a third party arising out of the Guest's use of the Premises.

The Guest acknowledges that the Premises may contain features that carry inherent risks, such as stairs, water features, uneven surfaces, or outdoor areas, as disclosed in [Disclosed Premises Hazards], and agrees that the Guest and each Authorized Occupant shall exercise appropriate caution, and that the Guest is responsible for the supervision of minors at all times.

Nothing in this Agreement excludes or limits any liability that cannot lawfully be excluded or limited, including liability for death or personal injury caused by negligence to the extent that such exclusion is prohibited by law.

The Host may terminate the license granted under this Agreement and require the Guest and all other occupants to vacate the Premises immediately, by notice given orally or in writing, if the Guest, any Authorized Occupant or any Invitee: breaches the Maximum Occupancy, the permitted use restrictions or any material House Rule; causes or threatens to cause Damage to the Premises; engages in unlawful activity; causes nuisance or a complaint by neighbors or authorities that is not remedied promptly; or acts in a manner that endangers the safety of any person or property.

The Host may also terminate this Agreement with immediate effect if any part of the Rental Fee or other sum due is not paid when due or if any payment is reversed, or if the Guest has provided false or misleading information in connection with the booking.

Upon termination by the Host under this section, the Guest shall vacate the Premises within [Number] hours (or such shorter period as is required by the circumstances), and no part of the Rental Fee, the Cleaning Fee or any other sum paid shall be refunded. The Guest shall remain liable for all sums due under this Agreement.

If the Guest or any occupant fails to vacate the Premises following termination, the Host may, to the extent permitted by applicable law, change the access codes, enter and secure the Premises, remove the occupants and their belongings, and, where necessary, request the assistance of law enforcement or other competent authorities. The Guest shall bear all costs reasonably incurred by the Host in doing so.

The Guest acknowledges that the Guest has been granted a license rather than a tenancy and that the Guest shall not have the benefit of any eviction notice period or procedure applicable to tenants, to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law. Where any such procedure is mandatory, the Host may follow it, and the Guest shall be liable for all costs.

The Guest may terminate this Agreement early only in accordance with the section governing cancellation, and any such termination shall not entitle the Guest to a refund.

Termination under this section shall not affect any rights or remedies accrued to the Host before termination, nor any provisions that are intended to survive termination, including those relating to payment, Damage, liability and indemnification.

"Force Majeure Event" means any event or circumstance beyond the reasonable control of the affected Party that prevents or materially impedes the performance of its obligations under this Agreement, including natural disasters, fire, flood, storm, earthquake, epidemic, pandemic, war, terrorism, civil unrest, strikes, governmental orders or restrictions, utility failures, or the unavailability of the Premises owing to any such event.

Neither Party shall be in breach of this Agreement, nor liable for any delay or failure in performance, to the extent that the delay or failure is caused by a Force Majeure Event, provided that the affected Party notifies the other Party as soon as reasonably practicable and uses reasonable efforts to mitigate the effects of the event.

A Force Majeure Event shall not excuse the Guest from the obligation to pay any sum due under this Agreement, and shall not entitle the Guest to any refund, credit or compensation, except as provided in this section. The Guest acknowledges that travel restrictions, personal illness, flight disruptions, personal financial hardship or a change of plans of the Guest shall not constitute Force Majeure Events affecting the Guest's payment obligations.

If a Force Majeure Event makes the Premises wholly unavailable or unfit for occupation for the entire Rental Period, and the Host is unable to offer reasonable alternative dates or comparable accommodation acceptable to the Guest, the Host shall refund to the Guest the Rental Fee and Cleaning Fee in respect of the period during which the Premises were unavailable, and such refund shall be the Guest's sole and exclusive remedy.

If the Premises become unavailable for part of the Rental Period only, the Host shall refund a proportionate part of the Rental Fee, calculated by reference to the nightly rate, for the nights on which the Premises were unavailable, and the remainder of this Agreement shall continue in force.

The Host may require the Guest to vacate the Premises at any time during the Rental Period if the Host reasonably considers it necessary for the safety of persons or property by reason of a Force Majeure Event, and any refund shall be limited to the proportion of the Rental Fee for the unused nights.

This Agreement, and any dispute or claim arising out of or in connection with it, including non-contractual disputes, shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of [Governing Law Jurisdiction], without regard to its conflict of law principles.

The Parties shall first attempt in good faith to resolve any dispute arising out of or in connection with this Agreement through direct negotiation. Either Party may initiate such negotiation by written notice to the other, describing the nature of the dispute, and the Parties shall endeavor to resolve it within [Number] days of receipt of such notice.

If the dispute is not resolved by negotiation within that period, the Parties may agree to refer it to mediation conducted by [Mediator or Mediation Institution], with the costs of mediation to be shared equally, unless the Parties agree otherwise in writing.

If the dispute is not resolved by negotiation or mediation, it shall be finally resolved by the competent courts of [Jurisdiction and Venue], and each Party irrevocably submits to the exclusive jurisdiction of those courts, save that the Host may seek urgent injunctive or other interim relief, including to recover possession of the Premises, in any court of competent jurisdiction.

Nothing in this section shall prevent either Party from seeking urgent interim or protective relief from a court of competent jurisdiction at any time.

In any proceeding arising from a breach of this Agreement by the Guest, the Host shall be entitled, to the extent permitted by applicable law, to recover from the Guest its reasonable legal fees, costs and expenses, in addition to any other relief.

The Guest shall not publish, post or disseminate any statement or review about the Host or the Premises that is knowingly false or defamatory, and shall not use any dispute as grounds for withholding payment of any sums due under this Agreement.

This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement between the Parties with respect to its subject matter and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous negotiations, representations, listings, communications, understandings and agreements, whether written or oral. The Guest acknowledges that the Guest has not relied on any statement or representation not expressly set out in this Agreement.

No amendment or variation of this Agreement shall be effective unless made in writing and signed, or confirmed by electronic message, by both Parties. No waiver of any right or remedy shall be effective unless in writing, and no failure or delay in exercising any right shall operate as a waiver of it.

If any provision of this Agreement is held to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable in whole or in part, such provision shall be modified to the minimum extent necessary to make it enforceable, or severed if modification is not possible, and the validity and enforceability of the remaining provisions shall not be affected.

All notices under this Agreement shall be in writing and shall be delivered by email, messaging platform used for the booking, personal delivery or registered mail to the addresses set out in this Agreement or such other address as a Party may notify. Notices sent by email or messaging platform shall be deemed received on the next business day after transmission, and notices sent by registered mail shall be deemed received [Number] days after dispatch. Notices to the Guest at the Premises during the Rental Period shall be effective upon delivery to the Premises.

The Guest may not assign, transfer or delegate any of the Guest's rights or obligations under this Agreement without the Host's prior written consent. The Host may assign this Agreement or any of its rights to any successor owner or property manager of the Premises upon notice to the Guest.

The provisions of this Agreement that by their nature are intended to survive the expiry or termination of this Agreement, including those relating to the Security Deposit, Damage, liability, indemnification, governing law and dispute resolution, shall so survive.

The headings in this Agreement are for convenience only and shall not affect its interpretation. Unless the context requires otherwise, references to "including" shall mean "including without limitation".

This Agreement may be executed in counterparts and by electronic signature or electronic acceptance, each of which shall be deemed an original and all of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument. The Guest confirms that the Guest has read and understood this Agreement, including the non-refundable nature of the booking, and has had the opportunity to seek independent advice.