Rental terms

Last updated: October 2026

1. Parties and property

The landlords are Christian Barysch and Tim Benzinger, Am Pferchelhang 16, 69118 Heidelberg, Germany. The rental covers the holiday home Casale Barbenzi near Sansepolcro (province of Arezzo, Italy) with both apartments (Casa Principale and Lo Studio) for a maximum of 12 people.

2. Conclusion of the contract

An enquiry via the website or by email is not binding. The rental contract is concluded when we confirm the booking by email.

3. Prices

The nightly prices for the whole house stated at the time of confirmation apply. In addition there is a flat fee of €300 for final cleaning including bed linen and towels. A municipal tourist tax, if charged, is payable in addition. Pool heating is available on request.

4. Payment

After the booking confirmation a deposit of 50% of the total price is due by bank transfer. The balance is payable before arrival; we will state the exact dates and bank details in the confirmation. No security deposit is charged.

5. Cancellation by the guests

Cancellation is free of charge up to 2 months before the day of arrival; in that case we refund any deposit in full. For later cancellations we retain the deposit. We recommend taking out travel cancellation insurance.

6. Arrival and departure

Arrival is possible on the agreed day between 4 and 8 pm, departure by 10 am. The keys are handed over on site by our local contact.

7. Occupancy and pets

The house may be occupied by no more than the number of people stated in the confirmation. Pets are only allowed by prior arrangement.

8. Registration

Under Italian law all guests must be registered with the authorities. For this purpose the guests provide the ID details of everyone in the group before arrival.

9. Guests’ obligations

Please treat the house, furnishings and garden with care and report any damage promptly. Use of the pool is at your own risk; children may only use the pool under adult supervision.

10. Liability

We are only liable for damage caused intentionally or through gross negligence, except for injury to life, body or health. We accept no liability for disruptions beyond our control (for example power, water or internet outages caused by third parties, or storms).

11. Final provisions

German law applies unless mandatory consumer protection rules provide otherwise. Should any provision be invalid, the remaining provisions remain valid.