Winter Vacation Home Rentals - A Bargain
Winter is a traditionally slow season for vacation home rentals. But if you want to score a terrific bargain, check out off season rentals and enjoy a different type of getaway.
You could be lounging in front of a cozy fire sipping hot chocolate instead of running here and there looking for something to do.
Winter discounts can slash vacation costs.
Other than ski destinations, winter rentals can be significantly less expensive—maybe as much as eighth to a quarter off. Because daily life is usually very busy and hectic, it can be fun to have a quiet weekend away from everything and everyone. Curling up with a good book in front of a sizzling fire, or playing games with the family while the wind howls outside, can be the most relaxing kind of vacation, as well as inexpensive.
Be sure to ask about road and driveway accessibility in case of a storm. Do you need snow tires or chains to navigate a hilly or icy road? Ask if there is a snow shovel or a bag of ice-melt.
Avoiding the hotel/motel crowd with vacation home rentals this winter could turn out to be your favorite vacation ever! Find a perfect rental here.
Do you own a vacation property?
And if you own a vacation property, there are several small amenities you can add to make your vacation rental more attractive this time of year.
- Start with your online ad description. Gear it to winter by emphasizing features like hot tubs and fireplaces. A hot tub is one of the best investments you can make to attract winter guests.
- Update your photos showing fall foliage or a snow scene.
- Consider offering an off-season deal—for example: rent three nights and get a fourth night free. For rental inquiries for spring or summer, offer a short wintertime stay, like half-off the regular price, to check out the property. Send repeat summer renters email invitations for a discounted winter getaway.
- Since there is the possibility that bad weather could keep guests indoors for much of their stay, provide a few good books, board games, DVDs, and maybe some soup fixings, snacks, or popcorn. These little additions can make the difference between a boring weekend and one that's fun.
- To make sure renters are warm and comfortable, make sure bedding includes warm, thick comforters, and maybe a few fleece blankets to snuggle under while reading a book or watching TV.
- Provide some extra gloves, scarves and maybe a sled or snow tube if there's a hill nearby.
- Attract families with young children by baby-proofing and/or allowing pets.
- Allow renters to pay monthly installments ahead of a visit.
Your vacation home rentals could increase significantly with only a few little changes like these. Need a place to advertise?
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