5 Tips on How to Select Vacation Rentals by Owner
Vacation rentals are great choices if you’re planning a vacation. Instead of staying in a hotel room which costs around $400 a night during peak season, you can just rent a luxury condo, a house or a cabin in the wilderness for a week. Aside from the savings that you’ll get by renting a vacation rental, you’ll get additional space so you and your family can relax. The extra space also means that vacation rentals are ideal if you’re traveling with a group or if you have your kids tagging along.
Here are 5 Tips on How to Select Vacation Rentals
1. Start with your destination
If your destination is a place where there are a lot of vacation rentals on the market, then you have an advantage. Due to the competition, prices tend to get lower. Some of the top locations within the United States for vacation rentals include: California, Nevada, Florida and Hawaii.
2. Don’t send before you sign
Don’t send money until you sign the rental paperwork. If you’re renting from the homeowner themselves there should still be a lease contract for you to sign. However, there are a couple of things you need to do before signing anything:
- Ask for references, their website and track record
- Read the fine print before signing anything
- Check if there’s a cancellation policy
- Check if you’ll get your deposit back
3. Check what’s included
Small things make a big difference. Most home rentals usually say “everything’s included,” but you would really want to keep your eyes open and check just to be sure there are no hidden surcharges or unexpected caps on utilities and amenities. Check the fine print for these.
4. Refund in case you leave early
Check your contract to see if you’re eligible for a partial refund in case you leave early. Most owners do not offer partial refunds since their property is leased for a specific time period, they don’t want to be pressured on finding someone to rent the property just to fill their calendar.
5. Reserve Early
Vacation rentals by owner tend to fill up fast, especially in November, December and January, so be sure to reserve early to get the best deals.
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