We've done it twice and would do it again. We had a MUCH better experience with a private owned condo (do some research online though of their name, etc. Don't hesitate to call them to get a "feel" for them) this way than dealing with a company. With owner owned they usually stay in their condo and it is much better kept than going through a company who does not personally stay in the condo and make excuses for the condition it is in.