I’ve been in this business for nearly 30 years, and during that time have rented countless vacation homes as well as renting out seven of my own cottages. In addition, my rental agency manages more than 200 properties on behalf … Continue reading
I’ve been musing on the growth in the vacation rental industry over the past few years after coming across an article in an online travel magazine written in 2010. The article addressed an issue known as SNAD that describes rental … Continue reading
Back in the spring I got the bug to buy another vacation home. The current one, Osprey Cottage, has fulfilled its potential as far as occupancy is concerned and there is not much more we can do to create more … Continue reading
I’ve stayed in many vacation rentals over the years from a beachfront cottage in a Cornish village to a Sedona estate; a Maui condo to a Costa Rica villa. Each one has been a unique experience – some traditional and … Continue reading
Some years ago, when planning an RV trip, I read a review which complained that the swimming pool was green and slimy and the guests were unable to use it, giving the place a 1 out of 10. This could … Continue reading
Damage to a property is always upsetting, to both owners and guests. It can put a real damper on a holiday when something gets broken – owners stress about how it can be replaced quickly, and guests worry about what … Continue reading
I’m of the generation that used to have a television with knobs. You know…..the ones that turned the TV off and on, and changed the channels from NBC to ABC. I also remember when TV only came in two colors … Continue reading
One of the first things I do when I arrive at a new vacation home destination is to read the Welcome Book/Cottage Guide/Home Manual….whatever the owner chooses to name it. Usually it’s a quick glance at the front to see … Continue reading
Summer is upon us, but there are still plenty of ways to make your guests’ vacation the best they’ve ever had. Sometimes it only takes a small amount of effort to go the extra mile. Here are a few ideas … Continue reading
As I write this, the temperature is hitting 100 degrees and I am very conscious my vacation home does not have air conditioning and guests are going to be feeling the heat. Fortunately, the cottage is on a river with … Continue reading