Guide To Renting A Vacation Rental
When you are looking for a vacation rental, consider booking direct with the vacation rental owner. The process
for renting a vacation home differs from booking a hotel room. Their personal interest in your stay and knowledge of the property are
far beyond that of a hotel reservation center! This helps you make the best choice for you and your family. Sometimes it may take an
owner a while to respond to your inquiry for a variety of reasons. So be patient, send multiple inquiries and follow our easy steps
below to reserving a vacation rental - it's absolutely worth it!
1.Search Vacation Rentals
To view a property, navigate to the area you are interested in starting on our list. A list of properties will
be shown along with several icons showing the most popular amenities for each property. Once you find a property of interest, click
the title of the property to see the details for that property. We recommend you make inquiries to multiple vacation homes that meet
your preferences.
2.Reservation
If the property that you want to reserve is found, you use our site and make reservations to the Owner or
Manager directly. To secure a reservation for a vacation rental, it is standard for homeowners or property managers to request a
reservation/security deposit ranging from 10% - 50% of the total rental rate. Specifics related to the reservation/ security deposit,
including property maintenance, damages and additional fees such as telephone charges, should be outlined in a detailed, written
agreement.
3.Lease Agreement
The Owner or Manager should send you a written Lease Agreement which includes arrival/departure dates, payment
schedules, pet policies, as well as cancellation/refund terms and conditions. Review the vacation rental agreement carefully before
you sign it.
4.Send Final Payment to Owner
Payment schedules vary from homeowner to property manager. However, full payment is generally expected prior
to arrival. Submit all payments as specified in the written agreement to avoid losing your reservation and/or deposit.
5.Receive Information from Owner
The Owner or Manager should advise you about travel arrangements, including the most convenient airports, car
rentals, alternative transportation options and route to property.
They should also provide you with:
- Gate codes and any other access details
- Keys or a number set(for the numerical keypad lock)
- 24/7 contact name and telephone number in the event of any questions or issues including emergency
6.After Stay, Refund of the Deposit
Contact Owner and find out when you will receive your refund for the deposit. As long as you keep the house in
the same manner you found it in and follow the owner's checkout procedures, you should receive your full deposit back.
