Top 10 Things to Enjoy Your Vacation Home Rental Experience

Vacation Rentals is the way to stay while traveling with family

Vacation rentals are the new trend for family vacation accommodations. It is catching up fast whether your family includes just two of you or you have a boatload coming with you on your next vacation. The debate between renting a vacation rental vs. a hotel is clearly resolved in favor of vacation rentals when you look at the benefits of vacation rentals. The vacation rentals industry offers plenty of choices for families of all sizes. The only exception might be if you are a solo traveler, in that case, staying at a hotel might be a clear winner if you are alone and are traveling for just one or two nights. In some markets even if you a solo traveler renting a small 1-2 bedroom home might be cheaper than staying at a hotel. Clearly, vacation rentals are available for families big and small and are far more economical and comfortable than cramped and small hotel rooms that do not offer the freedom and flexibility of vacation homes. Whether your family includes all boys, girls or a combination of both, you can get an accommodation large enough to provide the space as needed without being too far away from each other in different hotel rooms. Here is another article on many savings offered by Vacation Rentals By Owner.

Even if you are renting a vacation home for the first time, you can enjoy your vacation home with the following top 10 tips on how to enjoy a vacation home. The key in all is to keep an eye out for scams and ask the owners a lot of questions before handing over your money. "You get more bang for your buck and impersonal hotel rooms are being ditched for vacation rentals and holiday homes", says another homeowner.

Top 10 things you must know to enjoy our vacation home

  1. Identify vacation homes that meet your criteria. All vacation homes have maximum occupancy limits. Ensure that you are reserving the house that can accommodate your party size.
  2. Most homeowners do not allow smoking inside the home and some owners do not allow pets. If you are planning to travel with pets, talk to the owner and understand their pet policy.
  3. If you are traveling with someone with disabilities, keep in mind that not all vacation homes have facilities to accommodate them. Compare your needs to the facilities of the vacation home.
  4. Ensure you have the address and directions to the vacation home as well as a contact number for the owner and local management.
  5. If the vacation home you are renting is in a gated community, know the access procedures. This becomes far more important if you are arriving after normal business hours.
  6. Find out what amenities are included with the contract. Generally, vacation homes are self-catering; meaning guests are responsible for the daily up-keep of the home.
  7. If the home has a private pool, confirm with the owner that there are child-safety features. Do not leave children unattended near pool areas.
  8. Understand the check-in and check-out times as well as procedures for check-in. Most vacation homeowners have their homes on electronic locks or lockboxes, saving you the hassle of picking up and dropping off keys. If you see any issues with the vacation home upon arrival, inform the owner or Management Company to avoid deductions from your security deposit.
  9. Know your obligations as part of the check-out. Some owners require all bedding and towels to be washed before you leave, but some don't.
  10. Almost all owners require that you treat their home with respect; after all, they are letting you stay in their home.

Guest Comments

Guest Comments

Villa Review [Stitch's Magic]
Stitch’s Magic is a beautiful home located within a 15 min. drive to the Disney parks. The home was very clean and comfortable and the owner was easy to reach. Emerald Resort is very secure and conveniently located close to many restaurants and shops.
Joan Lobo (Toronto, Canada)
(Feb 15, 2024, Dec 31, 1969)
Villa Review [Emerald Magic]
This was the perfect spot for our family celebration/vacation. The proximity to the parks, shopping and restaurants was awesome. Working with Sri was amazing. He was quick to respond and very helpful. We will definitely be back and highly recommend the property for your vacation spot.
Sara Jones (Boston, MA, USA)
(Feb 10, 2024, Feb 21, 2024)