What Is a Vacation Rental?

Many consumers ask: "What is a vacation rental?" The general definition of a vacation rental is a home, townhome, or condo, owned by a private individual, that is available for rent. The primary benefits of staying in a vacation home versus staying in a hotel are:

• More Space
  Instead of small-spaced, two-bed rooms, vacation rentals allow the entire family to stay under the same roof. This kind of accommodation is well-suited for extended stays.
• More Amenities
  These properties offer more amenities than hotels, such as fully-equipped kitchens, fireplaces, and private hot tubs and pools.
• Great Locations
  Vacation rentals are often, literally, directly on the beach or on the slopes providing ski in/out access… try that from your hotel room!
• Privacy
  Free from the people and environment that comes with noisy hotels, privacy is one of the biggest benefits of vacation rentals.