Traveller & Short-Stay Agreement (Ireland)
A short-stay licence agreement for holiday and traveller bookings, covering arrival/departure, occupancy limits, damage deposit and cancellation. Structured as a licence to occupy so it does not create a tenancy, with reference to Ireland's short-term letting register and planning rules.
What's included
- Licence-to-occupy structure (no tenancy created)
- Fixed arrival and departure times
- Maximum occupancy limit
- Refundable damage deposit
- Cancellation and refund policy
- House rules and no-party clause
- Short-term letting registration and planning note
- Signature / booking-confirmation block
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🇮🇪 Local law notes — Ireland
Genuine short holiday stays in Ireland are structured as licences to occupy and fall outside the Residential Tenancies Act 2004, so no tenancy or security of tenure arises. Hosts letting for 21 nights or fewer are subject to the incoming Fáilte Ireland Short-Term Letting Register (with platform obligations phasing in and the register expected around 2026) and may need local-authority planning permission for change of use, particularly in Rent Pressure Zones or where a principal private residence is let for more than 90 days a year. Consumer protection and distance-selling rules under the Consumer Rights Act 2022 apply to cancellation and refund terms.
Inside the document
1. Parties and Property
This Agreement is between the Host and the Guest named below for short-stay occupation of the property at the stated address for the dates booked.
2. Licence to Occupy (Not a Tenancy)
The Guest is granted a personal licence to occupy for the holiday/short-stay period only. This does not create a tenancy, a Part 4 tenancy, or any security of tenure under the Residential Tenancies Act 2004, and the Guest must vacate at the end of the booked period.
3. Term, Arrival and Departure
Occupation runs from the check-in time on the arrival date to the check-out time on the departure date stated. Late departure may incur an additional charge. The stay is 21 nights or fewer unless otherwise agreed.
4. Occupancy Limit
The maximum number of guests permitted is stated below and may not be exceeded. The property may not be used for events or parties, and only named guests may stay overnight.
5. Fees and Payment
The total stay fee, cleaning fee and any tourism charges are stated and payable in advance or as set out in the booking. Prices are inclusive of the listed utilities.
6. Damage Deposit
A refundable damage deposit (pre-authorisation or payment) may be taken and is returned after departure, less the cost of any damage beyond reasonable wear, extra cleaning, or missing items.
7. Cancellation Policy
Cancellation and refund terms are as stated (e.g. full refund if cancelled by a stated date, partial or no refund thereafter). Where booked via a platform, that platform's cancellation policy may also apply. Consumer distance-selling rights under the Consumer Rights Act 2022 should be noted where relevant.
8. House Rules and Conduct
The Guest will respect neighbours, observe no-smoking and noise rules, and use the property responsibly. The Host may end the licence and require the Guest to leave for serious breach or unsafe conduct.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a short holiday stay in Ireland create a tenancy?
No. A genuine short-stay holiday booking is a licence to occupy and does not create a tenancy or Part 4 security of tenure under the Residential Tenancies Act, provided it is a true short-term holiday arrangement and the guest leaves at the end of the booking.
Do I need to register a short-term let in Ireland?
Ireland is introducing a Fáilte Ireland Short-Term Letting Register for accommodation offered for 21 nights or less, with platform-facilitated registration rolling out and the register expected to be live around 2026. Hosts should also confirm whether planning permission for change of use is needed, especially in Rent Pressure Zones.
Can I keep the damage deposit for extra cleaning?
Yes, a licence damage deposit can be applied to damage beyond reasonable wear, missing items, or excessive cleaning, provided your cancellation and deposit terms are set out clearly and are not unfair under consumer law.