When it comes to vacation travel most peoples first thought is to find a local hotel or motel in their vacation destination. There is a fast growing market when it comes to vacation rentals and that would be the vacation rental by owner market. Many families are turning to vacation home rentals which can range from single family homes, townhomes, or condos.Florida happens to be the most visited vacation destination for tourist.
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Your vacation planning usually begins with accommodations and if you are looking for Florida places to stay from affordable to luxurious Florida vacation rentals by owner is where you can begin. Also a great resource to find things to do and places to see. Best Florida spring break destinations and best Florida beaches.
Although hotels and motels are still popular you may want to research and look into booking a Florida vacation rental by owner. The advantages being that you have a full size kitchen, vrbo’s are usually larger than a hotel, you can also cut costs if vacationing with another group or family.
When traveling on vacation do you prefer booking a hotel or a vacation rental by owner?
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I thought I swing by your blog again to see what’s new and groovy and what do I find? A post about vacation rentals by owner in Florida!
Ok, let me first answer the question at the end of your post…
Since many many years I have preferred to book a vacation rental by owners, and this not only in Florida.
And how did that get started?
Back in 1995, I was still living in Germany, I rented a single family home in Port Richey, FL. This was my very first trip to the US and it was the very best vacation I ever had to that time. The rental home was just super clean, very comfortable and the owners super nice. Well, they were originally from Germany too (LOL) but have been living in Florida for about 30 years and been meanwhile citizens of the US.
Later on I met several people who used to rent by owners in Florida and not one of them would ever have had to complain about a single thing.
There really are some great rentals available in the Orlando area. Years ago my friends and I rented a 4-bedroom single-family home in Orlando and had a blast. It had a pool and screened enclosure. We rented it for a few nights just to all get together and have some fun. We did BBQ’s and swam and hung out. It was totally relaxing. I do think renting homes is the way to go. You have total privacy, more square feet, and typically the price is lower. And you definitely can negotiate more than you can with a hotel.
I can’t picture staying in Port Richey on a vacation. Was that home waterfront?
That’s really good, I am sure social media assist in bringing home owners and visitors together?!
I agree, when going on holiday, in terms of value for money I much prefer vacation rentals
My family has been doing this since I was a kid. I can remember maybe 2-3 vacations where we didn’t rent our own place.
I really would love to visit Florida, haven’t been to the US yet.
i always try to get rental vacation’s opportunity. its savy for me.
Our family has grown to include so many now that renting a residence is really the most economical and fun way for us to do family vacations. Being able to make your own meals is a big money saver and we feel less like tourists lol.
Excellent idea to choose to stay in vacation rentals over hotels for so many reasons; but, how do you most easily reassure skeptical travelers? Please reply, if you have ideas.
Hi Jean Thanks for commenting. Is your software good for vacation rental portals? I have been looking for a good software program to incorporate into my vacation rental website but it is a portal site we don’t manage any of the properties. Look forward to hearing back from you.
When travelling with my whole family, I always like vacation rental, my wife prefer it than hotel.
Disappointed isn’t exactly the correct wording here, if you are a VRBO homeowner, then please read the below community comments on the new No-Opt-Out Reviews policy, spearheaded by Carl G. Shepard, CEO of VRBO and Homeaway.
Sent through massive online email to all homeowners was the following message, “We want to make you aware of changes to our traveler reviews policy that will impact your listing XXXX. Starting March 15, 2011, all VRBO listings will display traveler reviews and it will no longer be possible for listings to be “opted out” of traveler reviews. This also means that all previous reviews and guestbook entries, if you have them, will reappear on your listing.”
Chief Operating Office, Carl, was heard to say, “..from the trends studied on other sites the benefits far outweigh the risks and that very few jump ship.. though that if a significant number left HomeAway and VRBO that it might affect him and that the decision to reinstate opt out might be put into place at that time.”
Shepard mentioned, in passing, any owner who is not happy with his policies can go elsewhere to advertise
This is the best time ever to rent a home or condo in florida. The ratest are so low that they are much cheaper than a hotel or package at disney world. I have seen other places that offer great rentals so anyone can find one where they go for a vacation now. It makes sense to book a condo or home if it cost less.
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I just like being able to have my own kitchen so that I can save money on food and eat better.
I dunno, I usually prefer booking hotels because I feel like I have less responsibility and more freedom!
Rentals are much cheaper compared to hotels especially when you’re with your family. It feels like your at home but in other dimension.
I love traveling exploring new things and meet new personalities.. It’s good to read this article and it finds me more interested to go in Florida.. It’s good to rent than to go to Hotels it is very much cheaper.. Thanks sharing this.. More Blessings..
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One of the best things about a private vacation rentals in Florida are the private pools. As Andy pointed out, having your own kitchen is also a huge plus. When I am traveling with my family, I never book hotel rooms anymore, it costs just as much and you don’t enjoy the privacy and ammenities of a rental. As many people have pointed out, it can be cheaper to rent a house or beach villa.
One thing to watch out for is scam artists and houses that are made out to be nicer than they are. I suggest going with a homeowner/property manager that has been recommended to you, or using a large trustworthy vacation rental website to find your perfect holiday retreat.
Great rentals homes are available in the Orlando.. Many tourist are like to stay in vacation rental homes…
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