Advice on Vacation Rental [Archive] - The DIS Discussion Forums

LakerHockeyMom

12-30-2006, 10:25 PM

Hi, I'm new to this site. We rented a villa in Davenport for the last week in March we found on Vacation Rental.com. Has anyone had any bad experience renting a villa? We are concerned about paying in full so far in advance with a private party.

JANNYANS

12-31-2006, 03:29 AM

What are your concerns ?If it they are about the ownership of the home then the details can be checked by visiting
http://www.polkpa.org/Main/Home.aspx
where you can search to confirm the ownership of the home you are interested in.

If they are about what to do if you have a problem during your stay then ask for the details of the management company and ask them questions.
Keep in contact with the owner and build up a good line of communication with them -most owners who rent direct are more than willing to answer any questions a guest may have.
I understand renting for the first time requires a leap of faith -especially when you have to pay in advance but the owner of a single unit does not have the opportunity to relet their home if there is a last minute no show as an agency does and so needs to cover costs - but remember the owner is also taking a chance so trust on both parts is essential.
I am sure you will be fine , things will go smoothly and you will have a great vacation but if you have more questions don't be frightened to ask them either of the owner or on here.