House Rules

1. Quiet hours (strict enforcement)

Per Article 11 of the building regulation: "Owners and occupants must ensure that the tranquility of the building is never disturbed by their actions, those of their family, guests, clients, or staff."

• Quiet hours: 10:00 PM – 8:00 AM every day
• No loud music, parties, or events with non-resident guests at any time
• Speak in normal voice on terraces and outdoor areas
• The building is residential — neighbors include retirees and families with children

2. Common areas

Per Article 13: "No one may obstruct courtyards, entrances, halls, landings, or stairs, nor leave anything in these common areas."

• The shared swimming pool is open to all residents — cannot be reserved privately
• Pool is open May–September (no lifeguard on duty)
• Children must be supervised by an adult at all times in the pool area
• No food or glass in the pool area
• Keep entrances, hallways, and landings clear at all times
• Use of the elevator for moving heavy goods is prohibited
• Park only in the designated parking space (one assigned to this apartment)

3. Pets

Per Article 12: "Noisy, unpleasant, or harmful animals are forbidden. Dogs and cats are tolerated, but any damage they cause is borne by the owner."

• Pets considered on a case-by-case basis — please ask before booking
• Dogs must be on leash in all common areas
• Owners are fully responsible for damage caused by pets
• Excessive barking or nuisance behavior is grounds for early termination

4. Smoking

• No smoking inside the apartment (including bathrooms and bedrooms)
• Smoking on the terrace is allowed — please be considerate of neighbors
• Cigarette butts must be disposed of in provided ashtrays — never thrown over the balcony

5. Behavior expectations

Per Article 18: "Owners may rent out their apartments provided the tenants are of good character and respect the regulation."

• Guests are expected to behave as good neighbors
• No commercial activity from the apartment
• The apartment is for residential use only ("usage bourgeois")
• Professional remote work is welcome (Article 10 explicitly tolerates "professions libérales")

6. Damage and responsibility

Per Article 14: "Owners are personally responsible for damage to common areas caused by themselves, their tenants, or guests."

• Guest is responsible for any damage to the apartment, furniture, or common areas
• An inventory check is performed at check-in and check-out by our local representative
• Photo documentation will be taken
• Reasonable wear and tear is expected and not charged

7. Maximum occupancy

Maximum 6 overnight guests at any time.

• Master bedroom: king-size bed (180×200) — sleeps 2
• Bedroom 2 / office: queen sofa bed (~160×200) — sleeps 2
• Bedroom 3 / office: queen sofa bed (~160×200) — sleeps 2
• No additional guests beyond those registered at booking
• Day visitors permitted (max 4 additional, no overnight)

8. Use of facilities

Pool (shared)

• Open to all residents — no private reservation possible
• No lifeguard on duty — adults are responsible for supervising children
• Swimwear required (no street clothes)
• Pool deck closes at 9 PM

Workspace

• 3 desks + monitors are part of the apartment furnishing
• Damage to monitors charged at replacement value

Air conditioning / heating

• Set to reasonable temperatures (recommended 20–24°C)
• Close windows when AC is running
• Excessive consumption (above ~100 €/month standard) may be billed

9. Emergencies

10. Check-in / check-out

• Check-in: 4:00 PM (or by arrangement)
• Check-out: 11:00 AM (or by arrangement)
• Late check-out available for 50 €/hour up to 6 PM (subject to availability)
• Key handover by Anncha (our local representative)
• Brief orientation tour at arrival (~20 min)