Unique Homestays properties are much-loved private homes and our owners have lavished much time, effort and investment in creating beautiful spaces for their guests to enjoy. It is therefore crucial that we request a cautionary deposit which protects the owners, their personal belongings, and the beautiful homes they share with guests. The cautionary deposit is your acceptance that you understand that you are responsible for the property during your stay and that if damage does occur, you will be accountable for covering the cost of repair. Our owners do understand that accidents happen, therefore usually do not seek recompense for minor damage (which as a guide we define as breakages, damage or extra cleaning that is likely to cost less than �50.00 to put right). Less than 1% of cautionary deposits are held. We do ask that you notify us or the owners should any damage happen so that it can be remedied in time for the next guests. We endeavour to return the cautionary deposit to you as soon as possible after you leave the property (This is usually processed within 5-7 working days unless the owner has flagged an issue to us).