8 Tips for Choosing a Vacation Rental

1. 8 Tips for Choosing A Vacation Rental You’ll absolutely love staying in vacation rentals when you travel with your family!

2. 01 Evaluate the kitchen. This is our favorite reason to rent vacation homes. It’s the best idea for saving money on vacation through at home breakfast, packing picnics, getting started to your holidays at a leisurely pace. 02 Review the owners. You’ll want to know who you’re renting from. This is as important as looking at other guest reviews. Look at the owner’s recommendations. I also want to make sure they’re collecting taxes and doing things the right way, with integrity.

3. 03 Check the amenities. What’s the location, what kind of coffee will you need? Is there a blender if you make smoothies? Is it kid friendly (especially important if there is a baby in the mix) and any thing else you might need to make the place feel like home. 04 What are the laundry facilities like? Having a way to do laundry while you travel, especially with family, makes packing light, even for a trip to Florida, a reality.

4. 05 Are there any family board games at the property? Might be a simple thing, but board games = memories made, and less time connected to devices. 06 Check into the cleaning fees, check in and out times, and make sure you know what’s included- do they leave you toilet paper and paper towels, or do you need your own?

5. 07 What deposits need to be made in advance? You’ll usually need to leave at least 50% upfront, sometimes even more, to secure your rental. Check for any hidden fees and make sure you know any extras up front so you’ll be prepared. 08 Don’t be afraid to negotiate the price, especially if you’re booking last minute. We’ve been able to both get and give great deals on vacation rentals as last minute travelers.

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