Terms and Conditions

Welcome to the villa & hut website terms and conditions for use. These Terms and Conditions apply to the use of this website and by accessing this website and/or placing an order you agree to be bound by the Terms and Conditions set out below. If you do not agree to be bound by these Terms and conditions you may not use or access this website.

By placing an order with villa & hut you are agreeing to the Terms and Conditions as set out.  These Terms and Conditions cover the sale of villa & hut products contained on this website and all promotions run by villa & hut.

Before placing an order, if you have any questions relating to these Terms and Conditions please contact un on 01483 414120 or e-mail us at sales@villahut.co.uk  We request that you read through these Terms and Conditions carefully before using this website and also read all details regarding our Privacy policy.

Our Rights

We reserve the right to modify or withdraw, temporarily or permanently this website or any part thereof with or without notice to you and you confirm that we shall not be liable to you or any third party for any modification to or withdrawal of the website; and/or change the conditions from time to time, and your continued use of the website or any part thereof following such change shall be deemed to be your acceptance of such change. It is your responsibility to check regularly to determine whether the conditions have been changed. If you do not agree to any change to the conditions then you must immediately stop using the villa & hut website.

We reserve the right to accept, refuse or limit your order for any reason including the unavailability of a product, errors in price and product descriptions posted on the website.

Privacy

Your privacy is important to us so we only use the information you provide about yourself when using this website to assist us in improving our service to you. We do not share this information with any 3rd party. We fully comply with UK DATA PROTECTION AND CONSUMER LEGISLATION.

Data Protection

To comply with the Data Protection Act 1998 we are required to inform you that any personal information you provide to us and any user information from which we can identify you is held on our computing system for the sole purpose of processing your order.

We use your information only for the following purposes:

  • processing your orders;
  • for statistical or survey purposes to improve this website and its services to you:
  • if you consent we will keep you up to date with news and offers that may be of interest to you.
  • to administer this website
  • You agree that you do not object to us contacting you for any of these purposes whether by telephone, e-mail or in writing and you confirm that you do not and will not consider any of the above as being a breach of any of your rights under the PRIVACY AND ELECTRONIC COMMUNICATIONS REGULATIONS 2003.

Please let us know if you object to us keeping this information by contacting us on 01483 414120 or e-mail us at sales@villahut.co.uk and we will unsubscribe you at any time.

Purchase of products

Pricing/Payment

  • All prices quoted are inclusive of VAT to retail customers and prices do not include delivery.
  • You will only be charged one delivery charge for orders containing multiple items. If your order contains a large furniture item, the final delivery charge is based on your post code.
  • Full payment must be made before any product is dispatched from our warehouse.  All payments taken by phone, on-line or in store are taken in a secure environment.
  • All Standard Delivery and Small Furniture items that are ‘IN STOCK’ or subject to an ‘ordering time’ require 100%payment at point of ordering.
  • All ‘Van Delivery’ and ‘Two Man Delivery’ orders require 100% payment at point of ordering.
  • Payment is accepted by Cash, Cheque, Barclaycard, MasterCard, Visa, Delta, Connect and Switch.

Ordering/Lead times

All orders placed on this website will be subject to the acceptance in accordance with these Terms and Conditions.  All orders are subject to availability.

Upon placing an order, all purchasers will be given an estimated lead time for delivery. Due to the increased congestion in international shipping lines and the high levels of traffic in UK docks, we cannot be held responsible for unforeseen delays in the arrival of goods. We will however do our best to solve any problems these delays might cause. This estimation shall be in no form binding upon villa & hut and shall at no point be a condition of any contractual obligation with purchasers.

If goods have been made for you i.e not in stock, then the order is exempt from the cancellation provision under the Consumer Protection (Distance Selling) Regulations 2000.  A cancellation fee of 20% is applicable to all made-to-order/made-to –measure products.  In respect of these products our usual refund policy does not apply, and products cannot be returned or exchanged unless faulty*

A made-to-order/made-to-measure product is a teak furniture item which is not currently in stock.  It is manufactured specifically for you based on your order.  None of the above affect your statutory rights when goods are faulty, or not as described.

On placing your order we will send you an ‘acknowledgement of order’ email indicating that villa & hut has received your order, the items ordered, payment total and that we are checking availability of stock. Please note this email is not an order confirmation or acceptance.  Quantity and description of your order will be the same as set out in the ‘acknowledgement of order’ email.

Acceptance of your order takes place on dispatch.  We will inform you once your items have been dispatched from our warehouse.  We reserve the right to refuse delivery to any individual or Company.

We reserve the right to discontinue products.

Non-acceptance of an order may be a result of one of the following:

  • The product you ordered is unavailable.
  • Our inability to obtain authorization for your payment.
  • The identification of a pricing or product description error on the site.
  • You not meeting the eligibility to order criteria as set out in the Terms and Conditions.
  • Villa & hut will store ordered furniture at no extra charge for two weeks after its arrival into our warehouse. If a delivery date is arranged for after this time villa & hut reserve the right to charge 5% per week of the total order as a storage fee until the customer has the goods delivered.

Updating Account Information

It is your responsibility to inform us of any changes to your contact details or delivery addresses.

On-line Promotions

Only one promotional code/voucher code may be used per each on-line transaction.  The promotional code/voucher has no cash value and cannot be redeemed for cash or benefits in kind such as gift vouchers.

Standard Accessory/Small Furniture/Courier- Delivery Terms and Conditions

  • All our standard delivery and small furniture items will be dispatched directly from our warehouse and with you within 14 working days of arriving into stock.  If you have placed an order containing a large furniture item or an item out of stock we will wait until everything arrives into our warehouse so they can be dispatched together.  If you prefer to have them delivered seperately please contact us on 01483 414120.
  • Items that are delivered by an external courier company will require a signature and if you are not at home to receive your goods, you will receive a notification card.  Please liaise with the courier company to arrange re-delivery. It is best to ensure that someone is usually at the address to which you have requested the products be dispatched too.  Alternatively it may be better to have goods delivered to your place of work to ensure they can be signed for.
  • On standard accessory and small furniture deliveries please note you are paying for shipment to your front door.
  • Postcodes in the following areas may incur a further charge which will be added at checkout, please call 01383 414120 for details.

– Highlands and Islands of Scotland: IV, HS, KA27-28, KW, PA20-49, PA60-78, PH17-26, PH30-44, PH49-50, ZE

– Northern Ireland, Isle of Man and Isles of Scilly: BT, IM, TR21-25

  • All standard delivery and small furniture items that are ‘IN STOCK’or subject to an ‘ordering time’ require 100% payment at point of ordering.

Pallet Delivery Terms and Conditions

  • On a pallet delivery the services you are paying for ‘door to door’ this means that the delivery is to ground floor kerbside/front door. If you are on the first floor or above it is your responsibility to make the salesperson aware of this issue at the time of the sale.  If not then charges will be applied at the time of booking.
  • Goods are delivered in a wooden pallet (crate) and the items are not removed from this packaging by the drivers. It is the customer’s responsibility to take the goods into their property and no packaging is removed by the company.
  • Pallet deliveries usually take place within 2-3 working days. All items must be signed for at the point of delivery.  In signing the delivery note, you are acknowledging that the item(s) delivered are in good condition and in no way faulty or damaged.  If we accidentally damage goods in the course of delivery, then our liability for that damage is limited to the repair, refund or replacement of the goods of the value thereof.
  • Should no one be present to receive the furniture at the pre-arranged time, a relevant delivery fee will be charged (irrespective of your invoice) for re-delivery.
  • All large furniture /accessory items that are subject to an ordering time require a 50% deposit at point of order. The remaining 50% payment will be requested when your delivery has been scheduled.
  • All large ‘IN STOCK’ items require 100% payment at point of ordering.
  • ‘ON ORDER’ items are currently not in stock but have been ordered. We anticipate an average 8-12 weeks for delivery however this is only an approximation and so cannot be guaranteed.

Large Furniture/ Van Delivery Terms and Conditions

  • Deliveries are charged depending on the distance being travelled.
  • Zone A, one man van delivery, up to 50 miles from GU7 2QA £35 (assistance may be required at customer end at time of delivery, call 01483 414120 for details)
  • Zone B, two man van delivery over 50 miles from GU7 2QA £55.
  • Please check price stated when ordering. On Large furniture and 2 man delivery services you are paying for a delivery to ground or first floor by stairs or by lift to any floor.  If you are on the first floor or above or have any access issues please call 01483 414120 to explain.  It is your responsibility to make the salesperson aware of this issue at the time of the sale.  If not then charges may be applied at the time of booking delivery.  Deliveries outside of Zone A area will not have packaging removed.
  • All items must be signed for at the point of delivery.  In signing the delivery note, you are acknowledging that the item(s) delivered are in good condition and in no way faulty or damaged.  If we accidentally damage goods in the course of delivery, then our liability for that damage is limited to the repair, refund or replacement of the goods of the value thereof.
  • Should no one be present to receive the furniture at the pre-arranged time, a relevant delivery fee will be charged (irrespective of your invoice) for re-delivery.
  • 48 hours notice is requested for cancellation of a pre arranged delivery.  If you do not inform us, a second delivery slot will need to be arranged which will be subject to a second delivery charge.  The subsequent delivery date will be earliest possible, nut will depend on availability.
  • It is your responsibility to ensure that the furniture purchased will fit into your property.  When our drivers arrive at your house, space for the item needs to be ready and clear.  Please make sure you measure correctly before ordering any furniture, consider skirting boards when measuring alcoves, any staircases, doorways or tight spaces which the product will go through. There will be an extra charge for deliveries above the first floor and if extra persons are needed.
  • All large furniture items that are subject to an ordering time require a 50% deposit at point of order.  The remaining 50% payment will be requested when your delivery has been scheduled.
  • All large ‘IN STOCK’items require 100% payment at point of ordering.
  • ‘ON ORDER’ items are currently not in stock but have been ordered.  We anticipate an average 8-12 weeks for delivery however this is only an approximation and so cannot be guaranteed.

Please Note for all deliveries:

  • Our delivery teams are unable to remove windows, door frames or hoist items to upper levels we are prepared to deliver to an agent of your choice who may do this on our behalf.  Please note however that any product returns or replacements will only be made at ground floor level
  • We will not be held liable for any direct or indirect loss of profits or other financial loss or damage suffered by you through any reasonable delay or delay to unforeseen circumstances outside of reasonable control of villa & hut or due to any reasonable rescheduling of delivery.
  • It is the customer’s responsibility to make sure all ordered goods will fit along the delivery route and into the designated space.
  • To comply with Health & safety  our drivers cannot remove, reposition or dispose of other items of furniture for you.  They also cannot remove their shoes
  • It is the responsibility of the customer to provide non-slippery protection for their floors (both for carpets, tiled and wooden flooring), from the front door to the final placement of the item.  We cannot carry and provide enough protection sheeting for all our deliveries.  Villa & hut cannot be held responsible for damage to floors or carpets if they are insufficiently protected.
  • When our drivers arrive at your house, space for your item needs to be clear and ready.
  • If you choose to collect item(s) from our warehouse, you or your courier are responsible for the product once the collection note has been signed.  Villa & hut is not responsible for damage or product problems due to assembly.

Collection

You may collect your item(s) from our warehouse by prior arrangement only.  Collection times can be arranged by contacting us by e-mail at sales@villahut.co.uk or call us on 01483 414120

Product Descriptions

Every effort is made to ensure that the products you view on-line correspond as closely as possible to the samples we display in our store or in catalogues.  Due to the nature and style of our furniture and hand crafted production slight variations can occur.  Any indentations, filings, patch work, block work are part and parcel of the reclaimed wood the products are made from.  These natural markings and inaccuracies add to the character of the piece.  No responsibility can be accepted for these variations and we do not select timbers without inclusions. It is always important to bear in mind that computer browsers may present colours slightly differently.

Our wood

  • Due to the rustic effect and nature of the timber we use and the handmade quality of the furniture, each piece is likely to be unique in appearance, colour and finish. Dimensions may be +/- 4 CM from the sizes given on-line, in-store or in our brochures: to avoid disappointment on the day, please bear this in mind when measuring your space and ordering furniture.
  • Real wood may acclimatise in your home within the first year. This is normal and nothing to be concerned about.
  • For the long term maintenance of any solid wood product we recommend that there are no direct sources of heat very close by.  Changing temperatures can cause the wood to shrink or expand. Placing a piece of furniture up against a radiator will exaggerate this and may cause movement and in some cases slight cracking.
  • On a daily basis the furniture will not require much maintenance apart from dry dusting. We recommend that once a month you apply good quality beeswax or oil depending on your finish to keep the furniture well nourished and safeguard against shrinkage. Rub in and buff to a shine.

Returns and Replacements

When purchasing on-line at villa & hut if you are not entirely satisfied with your order you are entitled to cancel provided that you exercise your right in writing no longer than five working days after the day which you receive the goods.  Goods must be returned within 7 days and collection can be arranged with our team after a collection charged has been invoiced. Providing the goods are in perfect resalable condition and in the original packaging villa & hut will issue a full refund within 30 days less the delivery charge and collection charge.  To arrange a return please call us on 01483 414120.

If the product is not in completely saleable condition we reserve the right to refuse a refund on the item. If the goods are not faulty the cost of returning them is your responsibility and the goods are your responsibility until they arrive at the warehouse.   If the original packaging has not been retained villa & hut will charge a restocking fee of 20% of the total order. Refunds will be issued by cheque or to the credit/debit card that was used to place the order.

In the rare event that an item arrives faulty or damaged please contact us on 01483 414120 and e-mail sales@vilahut.co.uk (with a photograph of the damaged area) and subject to agreement we will arrange to collect the damaged item and organise either a replacement or a full refund. Villa & hut reserve the right to repair an item rather than replacing it.

 Standard Accessory/Small Furniture Returns

  • If for any reason you are unhappy with an item, please return it within 7days of receiving the goods.  Providing the item(s) are still in a completely resalable condition and in their original packaging, we will issue a full refund.
  • Alternatively you can return accessory items in person to our showroom.
  • Refunds will be issued to the card which was used to place the order once we have received the item(s) back in our warehouse.
  • Please note that we will not refund the initial delivery charges except if the item(s) are being returned due to damage or a fault.
  • The cost of returning goods is your responsibility and the item(s) are your responsibility until they arrive at our warehouse.  We advise you to obtain a proof of purchase certificate before mailing any items back.

Large Furniture/Van Delivery Returns

The following excludes goods which have been made-to-order/made-to-measure (i.e not in stock at point of ordering) which carry a 20% cancellation fee.

  • Delivery charges are non-refundable unless the item has been damaged on receipt or deemed faulty at which point villa & hut will bear the cost and organise collection.
  • We are unable to offer a refund or exchange on personalized, made to measure bespoke pieces unless they are deemed to have a manufacturing fault.
  • Please note on reclaimed teak items we will not accept returns or exchange items on a like for like basis due to the character of wood or what we deem reclaimed teak markings.
  • Customers are responsible for checking all aspects of the order are correct and suitable for your requirements, including measurements, quantities, dimensions, product features , colours and textures. Refunds will not be made for items that are not suitable/do not fit into a prop
  • All display, ex-display and clearance items are sold as seen without further restoration.  All stock items must be paid for in full at the time of order. Display items are non-returnable, non-refundable and a credit note will not be issued if you change your mind.

 

 Guarantee

  • Furniture is guaranteed for one year from the date of purchase (including sale items, but excluding clearance stock, special purchase and sold as seen items).  This one year guarantee is provided on condition that each item is cared for in accordance with the advice contained on the villa & hut website Where appropriate villa & hut will repair the item free of charge during this period, or we will replace the piece at our discretion if we believe this is appropriate.
  • In the rare event that an item arrives faulty or damaged please call us on 01483 414120 or e-mail sales@villahut.co.uk and we will arrange to collect the damaged item and organise either a replacement or a full refund.  Villa & hut reserve the right to repair an item rather than replacing it.
  • Refunds will be issued to the card that was used to place the order once the goods have been received back into our warehouse.
  • The wood used in our villa & hut furniture products often has a rustic look making each item slightly different in colour, appearance, measurements and finish.  We will not exchange items on a ‘like for like’ basis purely on the grounds of the character of the wood used.
  • We cannot be held responsible for stain transfers from products to carpets or any other surfaces and recommend the use of carpet protectors and drawer liners.  We advise that you clean your furniture thoroughly to remove any excess stain or wood protector which may remain from the manufacturing and transportation process.
  • Our guarantees do not apply to items taken outside of the UK Mainland
  • Our Trading policy does not affect your statutory rights. Villa & hut is based in the UK and trades under UK law and regulations.

Contact Us
Villa & Hut
Rooks Barn
Eashing Lane
Godalming, Surrey
GU7 2QA

01483 414120

e-mail – sales@villahut.co.uk