Northumbria Byways - General Information
| How to Make A Booking |
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Having looked through our
website and checked availability on three cottages of your choice, please
complete the secure online booking form, together with the deposit which
will be one third of the total rental charge plus the fee for cancellation
insurance which although not compulsory is strongly recommended.
Please also state on the form if you wish to bring any pets or require any
additional items such as cots, high chairs, fuel or extra
linen. |
| Booking Form |
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Please complete the booking form, together with the deposit which will be one third of the total rental charge plus the fee for cancellation insurance which although not compulsory is strongly recommended. Please also state on the form if you wish to bring any pets, require any additional items such as cots, high chairs, fuel or extra linen. Click HERE to read our BOOKING CONDITIONS |
| Finding Your Way To The Property |
| All details and road directions are forwarded to you as soon as we receive the second payment, or full payment for your holiday. |
| Arrivals And Departures |
| Most properties are let from Saturday to Saturday unless otherwise stated in the property details. The normal arrival time is 16.00 hours and properties should be vacated by 10.00 hours on the day of your departure. This is to allow for cleaning and preparation prior to the arrival of the next occupants. |
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Electricity, Gas and Fuel For Open Fires |
| In some properties this is charged separately to the rent and may involve, in the case of electricity and gas a meter reading at the end of your stay or the use of a coin meter. If the property details mention a coin meter, please remember to bring a supply of coins with you. |
| Linen |
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Details with regard to linen are given under each listing in this site. Where it says No linen, you must bring sheets, pillowcases, towels, tea towels and table cloth. If linen hire is mentioned, the charge is £5 per person per week unless otherwise stated (payable to the owner). Please note that you must bring your own bedding and linen for cots in all cases. |
| Pets |
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Pets are welcome in many properties and this is shown in the individual listings. In all cases you must inform us of any pets you wish to bring. No nuisance is to be caused to neighbours and on departure there should be no evidence of the pet in either the property or the gardens. There is a charge of £10 per pet per week. |
| Cleaning |
| All properties are thoroughly cleaned and prepared prior to your arrival. Please ensure that on your departure you leave the cottage in the same condition it was found. |
| Garden |
| Most properties have a garden for the use of the Holidaymaker. If a garden is not mentioned in the site listing there is no garden available. |
| Breaks |
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Short Breaks : These are holidays of a minimum 3 night duration. Winter Breaks during the months November to March may be booked any time. Off Peak Breaks in the spring and autumn can only be booked within 3 weeks of your holiday. Premium Short Breaks on those dates marked with an asterisk on the price guide, can only be booked within one week of the holiday start date. |
| Payment By Credit Card |
| We are able to accept payments by Visa or Mastercard but are obliged to make a handling charge of 2%. |
| Overseas Visitor Payment |
| Bookings made from overseas must be accompanied by a cheque drawn on a London Bank made payable in sterling, a bank transfer to our account, or a Eurocheque. |
| Inspection and Ratings |
| All of our cottages are carefully inspected prior to inclusion in our brochure. Many cottages carry a 'Visit Britain Quality in Tourism Quality Assurance Scheme' Rating - categorized as follows: Approved, Commended, Highly Commended or De Luxe. This reflects the quality of furnishings, fittings, decor and the level of hospitality. The range of facilities available is indicated by the scheme as the number of keys from 1 to 5. |
| Holiday Cottage Insurance Scheme |
| Many of our holiday cottages are insured under a scheme set up specifically for Northumbria Byways holiday cottage owners by Walter Wright Insurance Brokers. For more information click
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