What is a bond/damage deposit?

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The bond is a form of financial protection for the owner and is used to cover any costs for which the guest may be liable for at the end of the stay, such...

What is a rental agreement?

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The owner of the holiday property may ask you to read, sign and return a Holiday Rental Agreement to them before you commence your stay. It will usually cover...

What to do if you are travelling to an area that is under a Travel Advisory

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If travelling outside of Australia always check the Smart Traveller website to see what the travel advice is for your destination. If travelling within...

Do I need travel insurance?

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It is not essential for renting a holiday property, but you may want to consider purchasing travel insurance.  Guests individual needs may vary so take this...

What is the policy on surveillance devices/cameras at the property?

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Security devices like security cameras are allowed, as long as they are clearly disclosed in the listing description and don’t infringe on another person’s...

What is PCI-DSS compliance?

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PCI DSS is a set of web security standards and requirements that are intended to ensure that any data that is transmitted or stored is done so in a secure...

How to submit a property review in your guest account on Search and Stay

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You can sign in to your guest account at any time via Search and Stay. Go to the log-in in the header, choose Guest login and you can enter your details or log...

Tips for guest writing an owner/property review

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Guests can read property reviews from past guests to understand what to expect and identify properties that suit their needs. Hosts can rate their...

Can I cancel my booking and receive a refund on Search and Stay?

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Firstly, you will need to refer to the cancellation policy for the property you are renting.  Each property will have a different policy so you should review...