Homestay Cancellation Policy

1. Standard cancellation rules
Guests may cancel free of charge up to [5 days] before check‑in. Any amount paid will be refunded, excluding non‑refundable fees (if any). If a guest cancels within [4 days] of check‑in, [100%] of the total booking amount will be charged as a cancellation fee.

2. No show policy If the guest does not arrive and does not inform the host (no‑show), 100% of the total booking amount will be charged and no refund will be issued.

3. Early departure
If the guest chooses to leave before the scheduled check‑out date, unused nights are non‑refundable, unless otherwise agreed in writing by the host.

4. Peak season and special dates
During peak seasons, festivals, or special events, a stricter cancellation policy may apply (for example, no free cancellation within [5 days] of check‑in). Any special conditions for these dates will be clearly mentioned at the time of booking and will override the standard policy for those stays.

5. Modifications to booking
Date changes or shortening the stay are treated as a new booking and may follow the same rules as cancellations, subject to availability and any price differences. The host reserves the right to charge a modification fee or apply the cancellation policy if dates are changed close to arrival.

6. Host initiated cancellation
In the rare case that the host must cancel a confirmed booking (for example, due to safety issues, maintenance, or government orders), the guest will receive a full refund of all amounts paid for the stay. The host will make reasonable efforts to help the guest find alternative accommodation, but cannot guarantee availability or pricing.

7. Force majeure / events beyond control
Neither host nor guest will be liable for cancellations caused by events beyond their control, such as natural disasters, government restrictions, pandemics, or serious emergencies. In such cases, the host may offer credit for a future stay or a partial refund, depending on the situation and applicable local rules.

8. Refund process
Approved refunds will be processed via the original payment method within [7 working days] after confirmation of cancellation. Any bank charges, payment gateway fees, or currency conversion differences will be borne by the guest, unless required otherwise by law.

9. Agreement to policy
By confirming the booking and making any payment, the guest acknowledges that they have read, understood, and agreed to this cancellation policy.
If you share:
your country/state,
how many days before check‑in you want free cancellation, and
how strict you want to be in peak season,
this policy can be tailored line‑by‑line to fit your exact homestay.