BIG4 Howard Springs Holiday Park

Cancellations must be provided in writing and emailed to the specific park.

High & Peak Seasons: Free cancellation period up to 15 days prior to arrival date. Cancellations within 14 days of the arrival date will incur a cancellation fee equivalent to the total booking tariff.

Low & Shoulder Seasons: Free cancellation period up to 6 days prior to arrival date. Cancellations within 5 days of the arrival date will incur a cancellation fee equivalent to the total booking tariff.

Special Offers: All special offer rates are non-refundable unless stated otherwise.

Cancellations due to exceptional circumstances will be taken into consideration.

PLEASE NOTE: Booking alterations include date changes, reduction in nights and reduction in guests. These fall under the same rule as a cancellation and must be amended prior to the free cancellation period

High & Peak Seasons: A deposit of 25% of the total booking tariff is payable at time of booking to confirm the reservation. Final balance is payable 14 days, prior to the arrival date. Please note: All one-night bookings require full payment at the time of booking.

Low & Shoulder Seasons: A deposit equivalent to the first night’s booking tariff is payable at time of booking to confirm the reservation. Final balance is payable 5 days, prior to the arrival date. Please note: All one-night bookings require full payment at the time of booking.

Special Offers: A deposit of 100% of the total booking tariff is required to confirm the reservation.

Day visitors welcome at managers discretion at a cost of $12 per person. Late check-outs incur a fee, please ask at reception upon your request for late check-out.

Small pets are welcome on our caravan and camping sites only, at Management's discretion.

• Phone bookings only
• There is a limit on dog size of 15kg during peak season (May - September)
• Dog Policy must be signed and accepted on check-in
• All pets must be kept on a leash at all times when outside of your caravan, motorhome, etc
• Pets may not be left unattended in the park
• Owners are responsible for picking up and disposing of their dog’s waste

To ensure the safety, comfort, and wellbeing of all its guests, BIG4 has a standard set of terms and conditions for those who wish to bring their dog.

•The dog owner must contact the park directly in advance of arrival to apply to have their dog accepted in that particular BIG4 Holiday Park. Special conditions may apply for each park, including date restrictions and the payment of a security deposit.
•Upon arrival at the park, the dog’s acceptance will be at the Manager’s discretion. Upon acceptance by the Park Manager, the dog owner must then agree to and sign the standard ‘BIG4 Dog Policy Dog Owner Agreement’ form. It will not be possible under such rules to book with a dog on BIG4.com.au
•Dogs must be supervised at all times and never left unattended, including inside a tent, van, or other accommodation.
•Dogs must be on a leash at all times while not in a van or tent or other accommodation: there are no exceptions. A leash must be no more than two metres in length. No dog ‘runs’ are to be operated by dog owners.
•For health and safety reasons, dogs are not allowed in any common areas of the park, including cafes, pool areas, games rooms, camp kitchens, amenities, playgrounds, reception, or any public areas.
•Dog owners are 100% responsible for picking up and disposing of their dog’s waste in a sealed ‘doggy do’ plastic bag and disposed of in rubbish bins. These bags may be purchased from Reception.
•For health and safety reasons, dogs must not be washed or cleaned anywhere within the park (unless a designated dog wash area has been provided). Additionally, any dog-related accessories such as dog blankets should not be washed or cleaned within the park.
•Dog owners are personally responsible, and will be held to be so, for any and all personal injuries and/or property damage or losses in relation to any actions caused by or because of their dog.
•Dogs may only be walked in the designated areas of the park. Dogs are not to be walked around the park, including exiting the park, except via a designated route.
•The dog owner must agree that the Park Manager reserves the right to evict any guests whose dog is deemed noisy, disruptive, and aggressive or the subject of a complaint/s from other guests. It is the dog owner’s sole responsibility to control and manage their dog. If in the view of park management this has not happened to an acceptable level, the owner and the dog may be evicted from the park immediately.

All bookings are accepted on the basis that you have read, understood, and agree to abide, and be bound, by the following Terms & Conditions and House Rules. On check-in, you may also be required to verify your identity with photographic identification.

1. Premises are let for short term/ holiday purposes only for the agreed period and at the agreed nightly or weekly rate subject to subsequent change as agreed by the parties.
2. The premises are available from 2.00pm and generally NOT BEFORE on the day of arrival and are to be vacated at 10.00am SHARP on the day of departure. The purpose of these strict times is to allow the necessary time to clean the premises. Please consider your fellow incoming/outgoing holiday occupants. We may consider requests for early arrival or late checkout if available. (ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE TIMES WILL VARY PER PROPERTY)
3. We’re happy to welcome pets at many of our parks, because we know they’re part of the family too. Some parks, sites and accommodation types are not pet-friendly, so please check with the park directly before booking to confirm their specific policy. 
4. All accommodation is smoke-free.
5. Additional costs will be applied to your account in the event of damage to the room or contents, evidence of smoking, pets being inside of non-pet friendly accommodation or excessively dirty room on departure. These costs may be charged to your credit card or payable in person at our discretion.
6. The maximum number of persons permitted to occupy the booked premises will form part of the booking contract and will be nominated when you make your booking. Persons found occupying the premises over and above the number on the booking may give rise to an additional fee or early termination for breach. 
7. All damage, breakages, or losses to the property and/or furniture/furnishings are to be reported to the reception and paid for immediately. All furnishings and equipment must be left in the premises as originally found. Damage not paid for will be charged to your card without notice.
8. Pre-Authorisation/Security Deposit (Bond) for accommodation: A valid Visa or MasterCard is required on check-in. A pre-authorised payment may be taken from your card and held as a security deposit for damages, excessive cleaning, or extra charges. The pre-authorisation/security bond varies depending on accommodation type booked. Bonds may apply on hired items. All security deposits will be refundable upon check-out after an inspection has been carried out, less any additional charges. Depending on your bank and processing times, it may take a few days for the security deposit to return to your card.
9. All accommodation is for short term tourist purposes, and by confirming this booking I/we acknowledge that we are not using it for residential purposes. 
10. Functions and parties on the premises are not permitted without prior approval from park management. We want every guest to enjoy a relaxed and comfortable stay, so we reserve the right to end your occupancy immediately if you cause damage, nuisance or disruption to other guests, neighbours or the park. 
11. Unless stated within the property description, all premises (other than camping and caravan sites) are self-contained and generally includes linen for the main bedroom, some accommodation options do not include linen. Additional linen is available for hire.
12. No responsibility is taken for guests' personal property left on the premises. A handling fee of $15.00 plus postage will be charged when guests request lost property to be returned by post.
13. With telephone or postal bookings, any printed, written, or verbal description of the premises by the agent or an employee is made in good faith. No responsibility for discrepancies will be accepted. Please choose your property carefully using the information provided on our comprehensive websites. There is no provision to change properties on your arrival if you are unhappy with your choice.
14. Guests are responsible for the safekeeping and replacement of any accommodation keys. Guests requiring a key from the park manager after office hours will be charged a service fee of $55.00.
15. Parking is generally available for one vehicle only, unless prior arrangements have been made. Please park in your designated space. Extra vehicles, boats, trailers or similar items may be accommodated elsewhere in the park, subject to availability, and may incur an additional fee.
16. Electric vehicles must only be charged from approved external power points. Charging from inside buildings is not permitted. All electric vehicles, including e-bikes and e-scooters, must follow the park’s traffic conditions and be used safely and responsibly at all times.
17. No refunds or credits for early departures.
18. Management wishes to warn guests and other persons who engage in recreational activity, with the holiday park, that the pursuit of such activities may result in harm or personal injury. All persons who engage in a recreational activity do so at their own risk.
19. Guests agree to abide by any House Rules posted in any cabin, camp kitchen or recreational area and must supervise and ensure their children comply with such rules.
20. Any payments made by card (in park) may be subject up to 1.5% credit card surcharge.

BIG4 Holiday Parks of Australia Pty Ltd is not the owner of any particular BIG4 Holiday Park or park listed on BIG4.com.au. BIG4 Holiday Parks facilitates this booking service and is not responsible for the provision of services, standard of facilities or payments received. All bookings are made directly with the individual owner of this BIG4.com.au park and therefore BIG4 Holiday Parks will not accept any claims for refunds or credits.