Rental Conditions

1.1. Parties Involved

This Agreement is between the lead guest making the reservation on the Villa Olivia Clara website ("Tenant") and Philippou Eleni & Co LP, operating as Villa Olivia Clara ("Villa Olivia Clara"). The Tenant is responsible for ensuring all guests comply with this Agreement and is jointly and severally liable for any breaches of these terms by any member of their party or invited third parties.

1.2. Property Overview

The Property is a fully furnished, private villa located in Platis Gialos, Sifnos, Greece, for non-commercial use. It includes a private swimming pool and designated parking. Maximum occupancy: 8 guests. GNTO number: 1172K92001077301. The Property is registered as a non-primary tourist accommodation under Greek hospitality regulations.

1.3. Governing Law & Dispute Resolution

This Agreement is governed by Greek law. Any disputes shall be resolved by Greek courts. Parties agree to attempt amicable resolution first.

1.4. Booking Details

Minimum Stay

3 consecutive nights

Rent

Total rent (including taxes and applicable tourism taxes & fees) is confirmed in writing at the time of reservation

1.5. Payments & Receipts

In accordance with Greek tax regulations:

• Payments over €500 must be made via bank transfer, debit/credit card, or an approved online processor
• Cash payments above this amount are not permitted
• Card payments are processed securely by Viva (Viva.com / Viva Wallet, a Greek payment provider); bank transfer is also accepted
• All payments will be accompanied by official receipts issued through Villa Olivia Clara's certified invoicing system

1.6. Taxes & Compliance

All rental prices include VAT (13%) and municipal taxes (0.5%). A Climate Resilience Fee of €15 per night (April–October) is charged in addition to the rental price. Receipts for this fee will be issued separately.

2.1. Security Deposit

The Tenant agrees to cover the full cost of repairs or replacements for damages, based on valid third-party quotes or invoices provided by Villa Olivia Clara. A €1,000 refundable security deposit is held as a credit-card pre-authorization prior to check-in — this is a hold, not a charge, and is not charged upfront. We reserve the right to charge it for damages, rule violations, or lost items. The hold is released within ~7 days after check-out, following inspection.

2.2. Services Provided

2.3. Facility Failure Policy

If essential amenities such as air conditioning, hot water, electricity, or pool filtration systems fail during your stay, Villa Olivia Clara will make reasonable efforts to resolve the issue within 24 hours. If not resolved within that time, partial refunds may be offered at management's discretion.

3.1. House Rules

• Max occupancy: 8 guests
• No smoking on premises
• No pets allowed
• No parties or events
• No modifications to property
• Up to 5 vehicles in parking
• Respect quiet hours

3.2. Check-In & Check-Out

3.3. Quiet Hours & Legal Conduct

Guests must respect Greek quiet hours — summer (April 1 – September 30): 3:00–5:30 pm and 11:00 pm–7:00 am; winter (October 1 – March 31): 3:30–5:30 pm and 10:00 pm–7:30 am. All guests must comply with Greek law during their stay. Discrimination or illegal behavior will not be tolerated.

3.4. Minors & Supervision

Villa Olivia Clara does not accept unaccompanied minors under the age of 18. All minors must be accompanied by a responsible adult guest and remain under their supervision throughout the stay. Special attention must be paid near the swimming pool and around elevated outdoor areas.

4.1. Liability & Insurance

• Villa Olivia Clara is not liable for theft, injuries, or damages unless caused by gross negligence
• Guests are encouraged to have personal travel insurance
• The property is insured against fire, natural disasters, and civil liability

4.2. Swimming Pool Policy

4.3. Environmental Practices

In accordance with waste management and environmental protection laws, we kindly request guests to:

4.4. Force Majeure

Villa Olivia Clara is not liable for disruptions, cancellations, or early termination caused by external events outside its control, including but not limited to natural disasters, government-imposed restrictions, strikes, or pandemics. No refunds or credits will be issued for force majeure events.

5.1. Guest Information

5.2. Emergency Contacts

5.3. WiFi & Internet Use

Guests may access the property's Wi-Fi solely for legal and private use. Accessing or distributing pirated digital content, including IPTV, torrents, or unauthorized streaming services, is prohibited and may result in guest removal and legal reporting to the relevant authorities.

5.4. Language of Agreement

This Agreement is provided in English. In case of discrepancy between translated versions and the original English version, the English version shall prevail.