General Agreement - Vinha Da Manta

Terms and Conditions

These general conditions apply to all offers, agreements with, or services of Vinha Da Manta. Deviating terms, or agreements apply only if and insofar as they are confirmed with Vinha Da Manta
Vinha Da Manta is represented by Jacqueline Steeman, Menno Simon, employees, and volunteers who work at Vinha Da Manta .

Reservations

You can make a reservation for a lodge, both on the website and by mail (or if necessary by phone). When you make a reservation on www.damanta.nl or www.damantalodges.com you book through the booking system Planyo directly with Vinha Da Manta. The booking system is currently in Dutch.

Reservations are possible by www.damanta.nl by going through the steps of the booking system. If you have questions or encounter problems with the booking, we are pleased to help you. You can contact Vinha Da Manta directly via info@damanta.nl.

It is possible to put a hold on a lodge for a maximum of two weeks (if possible), after consultation (you can call or email ) and with the approval of Vinha Da Manta . The hold will be confirmed to you in writing .

The minimum rental period during the peak season (May holidays (first two weeks), July and August) is 7 nights . In the low season (May, June and September) the minimum rental period is 3 nights.

Payment and cancellation

Upon receipt of the booking confirmation, 50% of the total rent is to be paid directly and within 6 working days. The payment of the remaining 50 % should be made 2 months before the date of arrival at Vinha Da Manta. For reservations made within 2 months or less before the start of the renting period, 100 % must be paid directly with the booking.
By exceeding the payment date, Vinha Da Manta reserves the right to charge service fees or cancel the reservation and to make the guest liable for the costs incurred. Vinha Da Manta reserves the right to give the claim in the hands of the bailiff. All judicial and extrajudicial costs, and interest will be recovered from the guest of Vinha Da Manta.

It is not possible to have an insurance with us for cancellation. We recommend that you arrange an insurance in advance with your provider.

Cancellation

It may happen that you have to cancel your holiday due to unforeseen circumstances. In this case, you should indicate this by email or by telephone (during office hours) to Vinha Da Manta. In the following cases cancellations will incur the following costs with them.

If you cancel the reservation you are liable to pay the following amounts :
a. cancellation up to 2 months prior to arrival : the deposit = 50 % of the amount due.
b. cancellation from 2 months prior to arrival : 100 % of the price if we can not rent out the lodge.
c . Cancellation on the day of arrival or later : the full amount .
d. In case of early departure or late arrival : the full amount.
e. Cancellation is not possible for bad weather forecast.

Behaviour

Small pets are allowed, provided that the owner is liable for any inconvenience, damage or contamination. Please, have your dog on leach on the estate and walk him outside of the estate.
Please take in to account that on Vinha Da Manta there are stray chickens, ducks, cats and 3 dogs. The guest is responsible of the behavior of his or her pet in relation to our animals .

Open fire and/or barbecuing is strictly prohibited in your lodge, on our estate and in the nature around us. Portugal is famous for it’s fires in summer time. Offense will result in a fine by the local police.

Loud music by means of radio, music systems, laptops , DVDs, etc. is not allowed other than an organized event at Manta DaVinha or at our neighbour’s during the festival week. During normal weeks we respect peace and silence after 22.00 from 23.00 to 7.00 o’clock in the morning.

Reservation Changes

Up to 2 months prior to departure, it is possible to make changes (such as arrival date) to your reservation if it is essential. We charge no fee for change. If you want to make a change, you must indicate this in writing to Vinha Da Manta.

Price

The published prices on our website are per lodge per night/week and are based on up to 4 persons per site and lodge, unless otherwise indicated. For the 5th , 6th and 7th person an extra amount is charged .
The fare includes the location, the lodge , breakfast, cleaning, electricity, water, taxes, and use of all facilities at Vinha Da Manta .

The fare is based on the prices, charges and taxes, as they were known at Vinha Da Manta at the time of the launch of this website. Significant changes will be processed as quickly as possible and Vinha Da Manta reserves the right to change the prices if changes in- for example- taxes or charges, give reason to do so
The fare of breakfast and final cleaning is included.

Arrival and Departure

The checkin time is from 15.00 pm, and check out is at 11.00 am. At departure, the lodge must be left clean. When departing later than 11.00 am you will be charged for an extra night, unless this is discussed beforehand with Vinha Da Manta..

You should always report on arrival to reception. This also applies to groups and visitors. You can park your car at the sign ‘Parking’.

Liability

Vinha Da Manta can not be responsible for loss, theft , damage or injury caused to or by users of the accommodation offered through Vinha Da Manta, regardless how the damage or injury is caused. Participation in activities organized by Vinha Da Manta or third parties, is at your own risk.

Vinha Da Manta is not liable for loss or theft (money included), damage to property, or damage or injury caused to you or your fellow travelers by any cause whatsoever.

The use of all facilities and services at Vinha Da Manta is at your own risk.

Vinha Da Manta is free to change and regulate rules for the use of the property and accommodations. During your stay you are responsible for you or your fellow travelers’ damage inflicted to the property, inventory and all items that belong to the booked accommodation .

Vinha Da Manta is not obliged to refund the fare to the guest in case of unforeseen circumstances and/or force majeure .

Force majeure includes – without being exhaustive – in any case understood as nuisance of pests and insects, the declaration of a state of emergency in the area in which the site is located , the outbreak of infectious diseases that can be dangerous to humans and/or animals ( BV BSE , swine fever and FMD ), threatening flooding and/or fire . Under unforeseen circumstances also implies that the property in such a condition that it is no longer suitable for rental (eg storm damage , flooding , forest fire) .
Vinha Da Manta can not be held responsible for any services booked by yourself
(eg airline tickets , car rentals , boat ferry , bus trips , etc. ).

If Vinha Da Manta in any way fails in its service, it’s liability is always limited to the total price/payment received.

Swimming Pool

The biological purified pool is open to all guests of Vinha Da Manta and after consultation and notification, guests at Quinta da Canas, Quinta do Corujas, Dominio Vale do Mondego and Senses camping. Everyone, including (minors) children and adults who use the pool Vinha Da Manta do so at their own risk .

Children who cannot swim are to be under supervision while on the whole property and are the responsibility of the parents, specifically at the pool area. Vinha Da Manta has no pool supervision or responsibility for the swimmers. Once the bar is closed ( 17.00 ) it is forbidden to swim.

Horse riding

The supervisor of the rides in the nature and/or rides in the manege is a person who is designated to supervise. The guest considered anyone who take part in riding or working with horses in the broadest sense of the word.

Horseback riding is considered a dangerous sport. The guests who join us for a tour or working with horses otherwise, is aware of and accepts the risks of handling and / or riding horses in the broadest sense of the word. The risk of dealing with horses may arise from the inherent power of the animal and the associated unpredictability and the risk can manifest itself before, during , and after riding. Vinha Da Manta cannot be held liable for any accidents and/or damage resulting therefrom .

If the behaviour of a horse results in damage/injury to a guest, then Vinha Da Manta and the supervisor of the horses, cannot be held responsible or liable for this damage, especially in the case of minor children. The risk and damage will always be the responsibility of the parents. The parents declare that they shall not make the supervisor liable.

Estate/property

The estate of Vinha Da Manta is a rough estate. For us this means that we cultivate the estate where necessary and no more. The lodges are on terraces which are 3 meters high in some places up. Guests of Vinha Da Manta, or visitors, are on site at all times at your own risk. Children on site are to be always under supervision and under the responsibility of the parents.

Good to know
Table d’ hote

Menno cooks three times a week; Monday, Wednesday, and Friday- a 3 course menu for guests of Vinha Da Manta. It is necessary to book in advance for dinner reservations. We eat with the guests at large tables on the terrace. Children ( under 14 ) eat an hour earlier than their parent. It is possible for kids to dine with the adults upon request.
On days that are not planned meals, ordering is available to the guests. Tapas meal salad and/or a pasta dish.
At lunch there are salads, paninis, and sandwiches to order, and at the pool- barbecue.

Fire and/or barbecues are not allowed at your lodge. This is due to the open fire ban in the region because of the fire danger. Next to the house we have a large barbecue and fire pit . On some days, we will use the barbecue for the meal. After consultation with and approval, it is possible for guests to use the barbecue and/or fire pit.

Washer

It is possible to use the washing machine. Please contact the person in charge of Vinha Da Manta to consult and, if available, you can use the washing machine.
Changing of sheets and towels

We change the sheets, linens, and towels with each new tenant at the lodge. If you stay longer than a week, you can ask for an extra change of bedding and towels.
Water

All the water on the estate comes from our own sources. It is wonderfully clear spring water and can be consumed without a filter. We ask that you use water responsibly so we have enough for everyone in the summer.

Garbage

If full, you can take the garbage bag to the Quinta. In season, garbage disposal is done daily in the village by Vinha Da Manta. Dispose of your garbage in the appropriate containers at the lodge, restaurante or pool.

Wifi

Around the house and terrace there is free Wifi. By the pool there is also coverage by the antenna.