How to Make Reservations for a Vacation Home Rental

Step-by-Step Guide

1. 1

   Step 1: Decide where it is you want to go.

   If you type in the key words of your location, vacation home rental, etc., some websites will pull up. , Most of the sites will have drop down boxes for you to choose what exactly you are looking for after you have decided upon a location.
   
   Some of the choices will be jacuzzi, pool, 2 bedrooms or 3 bedrooms, the choice is yours.
   
   After you have made your choices, homes that meet your criteria will pop up. , With a phone call you can gain a lot more information about the home, the homeowner, the area, etc.
   
   Unlike calling a front desk person of a hotel chain, calling a homeowner seems very personal. , The amount is usually a fixed amount from the owner, or one that you and the homeowner have agreed upon. , Finding your vacation home rental will be the easy part . . . waiting for your vacation to begin will be the challenge!
2. 2

   Step 2: Find a vacation home rental site.

3. 3

   Step 3: Follow the instructions for defining what type of home you require (townhouse

4. 4

   Step 4: ranch style

5. 5

   Step 5: beachfront

6. 6

   Step 6: close to the beach

7. 7

   Step 7: Call or email the homeowners

8. 8

   Step 8: once you have your list of potential vacation homes that are right for you.

9. 9

   Step 9: Secure the home you have chosen with a reservation deposit

10. 10

    Step 10: usually $300-$500.

11. 11

    Step 11: Wait for your vacation!

Detailed Guide

About the Author