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Terms of Service

Last updated: May 2025

These Terms of Service ("Terms") govern your use of nordnest.fi and the rental of short-term accommodation provided by NordNest, Oulu, Finland. By making a booking you agree to these Terms.

1. Booking & Payment

A binding contract is formed when you submit a booking and payment is successfully processed by Stripe. You will receive a booking confirmation email containing your booking number.

All prices are displayed in Euros (EUR) and include VAT at the applicable Finnish rate. A one-time cleaning fee is charged at booking and is displayed before payment.

Payment is collected in full at the time of booking. We do not offer pay-later or instalment options.

For stays of 7 nights or more, a weekly discount may be applied automatically. For stays of 30+ nights, contact us for a bespoke rate.

2. Check-in & Check-out

Check-in time: 15:00 (3:00 pm) on the day of arrival.

Check-out time: 11:00 (11:00 am) on the day of departure.

Early check-in and late check-out may be available on request and subject to availability. They cannot be guaranteed and must be agreed in writing with NordNest before arrival.

Check-in instructions, including the property address and door code, are sent by email 24 hours before the scheduled check-in time. The properties operate a contactless, self-check-in system.

3. Guest Obligations

Guests are responsible for the proper use and care of the property and all its contents during their stay. Guests agree to:

  • Treat the property and its furnishings with care and respect.
  • Report any damage or malfunction promptly to info@nordnest.fi.
  • Leave the property in a reasonably clean and tidy condition at check-out.
  • Comply with all building rules, including quiet hours and waste disposal instructions provided in the apartment guide.
  • Provide their full name and date of birth, as required by the Finnish Accommodation Act 308/2016 (majoitusliikeasetus).

4. House Rules

No smoking or vaping — strictly prohibited inside the apartment and on the balcony. Violation may result in a cleaning fee of up to €250.

No pets — animals are not permitted in the properties.

Maximum occupancy — the maximum number of guests is 4 per apartment. Additional guests are not permitted and may result in immediate termination of the booking without refund.

Quiet hours — between 22:00 (10 pm) and 08:00 (8 am) guests must keep noise to a level that does not disturb neighbours. Parties and loud gatherings are not permitted at any time.

No parties — the properties are not available for events or parties.

5. Damage & Deposit

While we do not typically collect a security deposit upfront, guests are financially liable for any damage caused during their stay that exceeds normal wear and tear.

If damage is discovered after check-out, we will notify the guest by email with a description and cost estimate. Charges will be applied to the original payment method via Stripe. We will always provide a reasonable opportunity to discuss any claim before processing a charge.

6. Cancellation

Our full cancellation policy is described on the Cancellation Policy page. In summary: cancellations 5 or more days before check-in receive a full refund; cancellations within 5 days of check-in are non-refundable.

To cancel, email info@nordnest.fi with your booking number.

7. Liability

NordNest is not liable for any indirect, incidental, or consequential loss or damage arising from your stay, including but not limited to: loss of personal belongings, personal injury caused by your own negligence, or disruption due to circumstances beyond our control (weather, utility outages, building maintenance).

We maintain appropriate property insurance. Guests are strongly advised to obtain travel insurance covering cancellation, medical expenses, and personal liability before travel.

Our maximum liability to any guest shall not exceed the total amount paid for the booking in question.

8. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by Finnish law. Any disputes that cannot be resolved amicably shall be submitted to the District Court of Oulu (Oulun käräjäoikeus) as the court of first instance, or to the Finnish Consumer Disputes Board (Kuluttajariitalautakunta) for consumer disputes.

This platform operates in compliance with the Finnish Accommodation Act 308/2016, the EU Package Travel Directive, and applicable EU consumer protection regulations.

9. Changes to These Terms

We may update these Terms. The version in effect at the time of your booking applies to that booking. We will notify registered users of material changes by email.

10. Contact

For questions about these Terms, email info@nordnest.fi.