Terms & Conditions
1. Bookings and Rates
- Minimum stay is 3 nights. Some apartments require a 3-month minimum stay for permanent residential use. The Apartment Service will confirm which properties apply.
- Rates vary based on the length of stay and may change without notice. Rates are lower for longer stays.
- Bookings are confirmed upon receipt of payment.
- Full payment is required for stays up to 1 month. Longer stays may be paid in instalments.
- Alternative accommodation may be provided if your chosen apartment is unavailable.
- Guests in NSW must comply with the Short Term Rental Accommodation Industry Code of Conduct. Obligations for guests can be found in section 2.5 of the code.
Booking contact
Phone: +61 2 9953 7288
Email: info@apartmentservice.com.au
2. Payment
- Accepted methods: credit card, direct bank deposit, EFT (credit card required for security).
- Security deposits are refunded within 14 days of departure (subject to inspection) via direct deposit (AU accounts only), cheque, or credit card (less processing fees).
- Refunds to international accounts will incur bank charges, payable by the guest.
3. Credit Cards
Accepted: Visa, Mastercard, American Express.
4. Cancellation / Refund Policy
If you cancel your booking completely, we will refund any prepaid amounts less a $150 + GST administration fee, provided the property can be re-booked for the dates of your booking.
If a substitute booking cannot be found, cancellation fees will apply as per the schedule below.
Cancellation Schedule
- Over 30 days before arrival date – Full refund (less administration fee)
- 15 – 30 days before arrival date – 50% refund
- 0 – 14 days before arrival date – No refund
Non-Refundable Rates
Where a booking has been made using a non-refundable rate, this is strictly non-refundable (no exceptions).
Third Party Bookings
For reservations made via 3rd party platforms such as VRBO, Stayz, Airbnb, Booking.com & Expedia Group Partners, the policy of the booking platform prevails.
5. Cancellation by The Apartment Service
- TAS reserves the right to cancel bookings before or during your stay.
- If TAS cancels: a full refund or alternative accommodation of similar standard will be provided.
- If damages or breaches occur, guests may be asked to leave with no refund and charges applied.
6. Booking Amendments
- Once occupancy begins, 14 days’ notice is required for amendments.
- Reductions: Without 14 days’ notice, full nightly rate applies (up to 2 weeks’ rent).
- Extensions: 14 days’ notice is required; otherwise, TAS may re-book the apartment.
7. Key Collection
- Enjoy the ease of self-check-in at our properties with secure keysafes.
- Your check-in details will be sent via email three days before your arrival to ensure a smooth start to your stay.
8. Arrival / Departure
- Check-in: 3 pm
- Check-out: 10 am (unless pre-arranged).
- For early arrivals, book from the night before.
9. Guest Responsibilities
- Read and abide by these terms and conditions.
- Report any issues, damages, disturbances, or criminal matters to the Guest Manager.
- Apartments are for accommodation only – no parties or commercial use.
- Damages and breakages are payable by guests.
- The maximum number of occupants must not exceed the confirmed booking.
- Respect the property – no furniture rearrangement.
- Keep the apartment secure and clean.
- Subletting is prohibited without prior written approval.
- Pets are not allowed.
- Telephone charges are the guest’s responsibility.
- Strictly no smoking in any apartment.
10. Cleaning
Departure Clean Fees
3+ Month Stays
1BR: $450 + GST
2BR: $650 + GST
3BR: $850 + GST
Optional Weekly / Fortnightly Cleaning
Mid stay cleans available upon request at additional charge.
11. Utilities
- Guests pay a utility fee toward costs.
- Long-term leases may include full gas/electricity responsibility (negotiated at booking).
- Excess usage charges apply.
12. Damages and Breakages
- Guests are responsible for breakages or damage during their stay.
- Security deposits may be used to cover costs.
- Receipts for charges will be emailed to the guest.