Rental Policy
Please read this before your stay
Minimum Age: Minimum age requirement for renting Tofino Hummingbird Cottage is 25 year old.
Check-In and Check-Out:
Check-in is 5:00 pm or later. The door code will only be relased to you when the cottage is ready for your arrival. No early check ins, it takes us time to properly clean and prepare the cottage for your arrival. We will notify you as soon as the cottage is ready for your arrival.
Check-out is before 10:00 am. Any unscheduled late check-outs will be charged $50 per hour. Upon your departure please ensure the following is done (to avoid incurring additional cleaning charges):
– load and run dishwasher
– thoroughly wash, dry and put away any pots, pans, dishes
– place all soiled towels in bathtub or shower
Booking: To confirm your reservation, we require a deposit of 50% of the accommodation cost and a $25.00 (non-refundable) processing fee + tax. Any remaining balance (including 3% Municipal Tax, 8% PST and 5% GST) must be paid 30 days prior to the arrival date. If you book within 30 days of your arrival the full cost of your accommodation is charged at the time of reservation. Reservations are non-transferable. We accept eTransfer, Visa, Mastercard or Amex. If booking through VRBO or AirBnB, please refer to VRBO or AirBnB websites for their payment and cancellation rules – they may be different.
Cancellation: If you cancel a booking more than 30 days before arrival (for bookings during September to June), or if you cancel a booking more than 60 days before arrival (for bookings during July to August), you will receive a full refund less $100.00 ($75.00 cancellation fee and $25.00 non-refundable processing fee) + GST = $105.00. No refunds are available less than 30 days before arrival for bookings from September to June, and less than 60 days before arrival for bookings during July to August. If you book within 30 days of arrival the full cost of your accommodation is charged at the time of reservation. Reservations are non-transferable.
Pets: Tofino Hummingbird Cottage is not pet friendly.
Parking: Two (2) parking spaces are provided for registered guests only. Guests must register all vehicles prior to arrival. This facilitates removal of unregistered vehicles from the property.
Children: Tofino Hummingbird Cottage welcomes children (persons under 18). Please inform us how many children will be in your party. Tofino Hummingbird Cottage is not child proof. Please check, on arrival, for any hazards that may harm your child.
SLEEPS FOUR (4) GUESTS. The District of Tofino bylaw restricts occupancy to a maximum of 4 guests (including children) for all short term vacation rentals. In addition, only the number of guests (including children) listed in your reservation are permitted on the property and may stay overnight. Thank you for your understanding.
TOFINO HUMMINGBIRD COTTAGE is NOT A PARTY HOUSE and is not suitable for Weddings, Groups and Gatherings. Absolutely no loud indoor or outdoor music or loud gatherings. Only registered guests allowed on-site. Please note – the owners of the house live on site in a separate house, and do not share any amenities with Tofino Hummingbird Cottage. This property is compliant with all local and provincial regulations required for operating as a short-term rental. Guests may not assign or sublet Tofino Hummingbird Cottage in whole or in part.
If more guests than permitted are at the cottage at any time, we reserve the right to cancel your reservation immediately and you will forfeit the entire cost of your accommodation. Tents, campers, buses, RVs or trailers are not permitted on the property. No exceptions. Violations of these rules are grounds for expedited eviction with no refund of any kind. This policy is in place to ensure quiet enjoyment of neighbours, minimal wear and tear and address parking issues by the beach.
Electric vehicle charging: EV CHARGING IS NOT AVAILABLE in/on the property. Attempting to charge a vehicle in an outlet in/on the home may endanger the property and occupants – RISK OF FIRE – (circuit is not rated for a continuous high amperage load). Please charge your vehicle at the EV charging station at Tofino Town Hall, 384 Campbell St.
Events Beyond Our Control: Tofino Hummingbird Cottage is not liable for events beyond our control, which may interfere with occupancy, including loss of the property by fire, flood, earthquake, tsunami, or other damage, changes of ownership, changes in the law, or seizure or other loss of the property. Beyond a refund of all payments made, Tofino Hummingbird Cottage assumes no responsibility or liability arising out of the property not being available or suitable.
Inclement Weather and Power Outages: Tofino Hummingbird Cottage does not offer refunds or transfer dates due to power outages or inclement weather.
During Your Stay
Amenities – Bed & Bath: Tofino Hummingbird Cottage is a 3 Bedroom, 2 Bathroom house, equipped with good quality bed linens, bath towels, hand towels, facecloths, bath soap, bathtub and shower mats. Please do not take towels and blankets to the beach. 4 beach towels are provided in the hall closet.
Amenities – Kitchen: cookware, glassware, flatware and utensils, coffee maker, blender and toaster. Propane BBQ, and propane are provided. Dish cloths and dishtowels are provided as are paper towels, dish soap, dish washer detergent, and a starter supply of laundry detergent. A starter supply of coffee (regular), tea and sugar are included.
Noise: Quiet Time is 10:00 pm through 8:00 am. Keep noise inside and to a minimum after 10 pm. If we receive a noise complaint from neighbors, we reserve the right to charge a Noise Fine to your credit card ($300 + tax).
Smoking: Tofino Hummingbird Cottage is strictly non-smoking. If you smoke inside the Cottage we reserve the right to charge a Smoking Fine to your credit card ($300 + tax).
Beach Gear: Please rinse all beach gear outside, including wetsuits and surfboards. Wetsuits and surfboards must stay outside on the designated racks.
Commercial Activity: Do not use the property for any commercial activity or purpose that violates any criminal law or governmental regulation.
Cleaning & Excessive Cleaning: A cleaning fee of $350 + tax is charged per reservation. The cottage is cleaned and sanitized on departure. If additional cleaning is required, you will be charged $55 + tax for each additional hour.
Housekeeping: There is no housekeeping service during a stay. Housekeeping may be requested, with sufficient notice and subject to availability, at $55.00 + tax per cleaner per hour.
Damage and Excessive Wear and Tear: The person making and paying for the accommodation is financially responsible for repairs arising from damage beyond normal wear and tear including carpet/floor stains, interior wall damage, appliance repairs arising from improper use, window and window covering damage, permanent linen stains, dry cleaning costs associated with stains, breakage, theft, and any other damage noted on departure incurred, sustained or brought by any person occupying or using the accommodation.
After Your Stay
Damage Deposit: We will hold a credit card number in lieu of a damage deposit. Any damage not reported to us, additional cleaning or larger damages like windows or TV screen, will be charged to the credit card on file. If any items are broken or damaged, kindly let us know so we can have items replaced for the next Guest’s arrival.
Lost & Found: We are not responsible for personal items left behind. We will notify you of items found during cleaning and hold them for 14 days. We can return them to you at via Canada Post at your expense. Items not claimed within 30 days will be disposed of at the discretion of Owner.
Limitation of liability: Tofino Hummingbird Cottage assumes no responsibility or liability for injury, loss or damage arising out of the use or occupation of the property.
You agree that by making a booking at Tofino Hummingbird Cottage, you are acknowledging that you have read, understand and will to abide by the policy described above.