Phase 8 · End of Contract

Contract Term and Termination

One year, then an indefinite term. Terminable at any time, without cause, with one month's notice applicable to both parties, and no severance pay.

The length of the commitment is one of the primary factors to consider when choosing a short-term rental management company. Some lock their property owners into contracts for several years; our philosophy is the opposite: a contract that’s easy to cancel is one you won’t be afraid to sign, and it’s the quality of the service that should keep you with them, not a contract clause.

The program consists of three phases: an initial one-year fixed-term period, which can be terminated at any time without cause with one month's notice, followed by an indefinite-term period under the same termination conditions.

The challenge of terminating a contract is therefore never a legal one. It is operational: what happens to the stays that have already been sold? This page addresses the duration, the formalities for termination, and special cases, and then points out where the real issue lies.

Landmark

There is no termination fee in either direction. Terminating the contract does not incur any costs in and of itself: only payment for services already rendered is due.

The Schedule

Period

Diet

First Year

Fixed-term contract for one year. May be terminated at any time, without cause, with one month's notice.

At the end

Unless notice of termination is given one month before the end of the term, the contract continues for an indefinite period.

Cancellation at any time, without cause, with one month's notice

No later than one month before the end of the first term, we will notify you in writing of your right not to renew the contract. This is a legal requirement: if we fail to do so, you may terminate the contract free of charge at any time, effective as of the renewal date.

Formalism

Element

Rule

Notice

One month

Reason

None required

Form

Registered letter with return receipt, tracked letter, or email with read receipt

Starting Point

Date the letter was first submitted, or the date the email was sent

Recipient

The contact information listed in the contract

Special Cases

Sale of the property. Please notify us in writing at least two months before the execution of the deed. The purpose of this notice period is purely logistical: to organize showings, adjust the schedule, and notify our own service providers. In practice, the time between the preliminary agreement and the deed is sufficient to meet this requirement. The contract automatically terminates on the date of the deed, without compensation due from either party. If the property is to remain available for short-term rentals, you agree to put the buyer in touch with us, without obligating anyone to enter into a contract.

Force Majeure. If the impediment lasts for more than thirty consecutive days, either party may terminate the contract with immediate effect and without liability for damages. If the impediment lasts for fewer than thirty consecutive days, the contract is simply suspended for the duration of the event.

Serious breach. If a formal notice remains unanswered for fifteen days, the contract is automatically terminated without any judicial proceedings and without prejudice to the right to claim damages. The formal notice must specify the alleged breach and the intention to invoke the clause. This procedure does not replace the standard notice period: it addresses a clear failure to perform, not a mere disagreement.

Failure to Provide Notice of Non-Renewal. If we fail to fulfill our obligation to notify you between three months and one month before the contract’s expiration, you may terminate the contract free of charge at any time starting from the renewal date.

What the Notice of Termination Does Not Suspend

Until the effective end date, nothing changes: stays are handled as usual, shifts are carried out, and travelers are welcomed, with no reduction in service. The transition does not begin upon notification, but at the end of the notice period. This is the time to use to organize the next steps.

What Happens at the End

Within eight days, we will return all sets of keys, access credentials, and codes to you, and we will log out of your accounts on the platforms. Within the same timeframe, you will return to us any items that belong to us and are still in the residence: cleaning supplies, linens, and equipment. The return process is reciprocal and symmetrical: the same timeframe applies to both parties.

Your Upcoming Reservations

They remain your responsibility. The listings and rental agreements are yours, not ours: it’s up to you to arrange for stays after the agreement ends or to contact another service provider. Those that end before the agreed-upon term are normally handled by us.

Good to Know

Your reviews and search engine rankings will remain even after the contract ends. Your accounts, listings, and ratings belong to you and will remain associated with your accounts. We will not delete or alter them in any way upon our withdrawal.

The Mistake to Avoid

Sending notice via a simple email without a read receipt, and then being unable to prove the date of sending. The starting point of the notice period—and thus the exact date of termination—depends entirely on this.

Points to Watch For

Date your mailings and keep proof of mailing. The notice period begins as soon as the registered letter is first presented or the email is sent: the return receipt marks the start of the count, and thus the end date.
Check the deadline for non-renewal listed in your contract, and make a note of it as soon as you sign it.
Cancel after the season, not during it. Scheduling the cancellation for the fall avoids having to take back summer stays that have already been sold.
Start preparing for the handover as soon as you receive notice. Keys, codes, and access on one side; linens and equipment on the other: making a list early on helps you avoid discovering anything you’ve forgotten on the last day.
If you decide to sell, the preliminary sales agreement is the right time to let us know. This way, you’ll naturally meet the two-month deadline, and we can schedule showings without affecting your upcoming reservations.

Warning

One month's notice isn't enough to wrap up a season. Terminating the contract in May doesn't cancel out July: reservations confirmed before the end of the contract remain valid after it ends and bind your property to the travelers. Plan ahead for the transition, especially if your Toulon calendar is already full for the summer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need to provide a reason for canceling?

No, never. Not during the first year, nor afterward. One month's written notice is sufficient, without any justification whatsoever, and the rule applies to both parties.

Can I cancel as early as the third month?

Yes. The first year establishes the initial framework, but it doesn't lock you in: you can cancel at any time, without cause, with the same one-month notice period.

Is there an exit fee?

None. There is no termination indemnity. Payment is still due for services already rendered, which are listed on the final account statement.

What happens to reservations that have already been confirmed?

We typically cover those that end before the term is up. Those that end after the term is up become your responsibility again: the listings and lease agreements are yours.

If I switch property management companies, will the listing continue to be posted?

Yes. It's on your account, and there's no interruption. We cover stays through the end of the contract, and your new provider will take over without any interruption in service.

What if I sell the property?

The contract terminates automatically on the date of the notarized deed, without compensation, subject to two months' notice.

What if a force majeure event prevents performance?

If the inability to perform continues for more than thirty consecutive days, either party may terminate the contract with immediate effect and without compensation. If the inability to perform lasts for fewer than thirty consecutive days, the contract is simply suspended for the duration of the event.