Costa Rica vacation Rentals  -Part One-

4. Identify your first, second & third choice of dates for renting the villa.

With several dates, you’ll save time when making arrangements.

If you prefer a holiday without the hassles of traffic, parking problems, crowds & long lines, select a villa located in the quaint waterfront town of Playa Panama, Costa Rica. Visit costarica-vacation-getaway.com to learn more.

If you find a villa that you really require & you have some flexibility in scheduling, having alternate dates ready allows you to book right then, saving yourself the time & hassle of having to re-check everyone’s schedule & call back – & risking losing those dates in the interim.

5. Call the telephone numbers for the holiday rentals that seem to meet your needs & speak directly with either the owners or the person who’s handling the property.

Be prepared with a list of questions. This allows you to compare apples to apples, & keeps you from forgetting something important during the conversation.

It also gives you a feel for the person who will be your contact should you rent the villa & then encounter a problem. If you don’t get a warm, friendly welcome to your inquiries, don’t expect anything different when you have a problem.

Other things to consider: Is there a welcome basket? Will the owner have essential items in the refrigerator for you, before your arrival? Can you make arrangements for tours? Are there plates, utensils, pots, pans & other essentials for eating & meal preparation – or will you have to bring your own?

Does the rental have air condition or do you have to depend on the winds to comfort you?

6. Ask what amenities are included.

You may learn of something that isn’t on your list but is perfect for your designs.

Does the rental have maid service? Last thing you require to do is make the beds or tidy the dishes, even if there is a dishwasher.

Does the rental have a washer & dryer? If so, you will not have to take as lots of cloths with you. Will the maid wash your cloths before your departure? Coming home with a suitcase full of tidy cloths is certainly a benefit.

7. Inquire about restaurants, events & activities & other forms of local entertainment that are close by. Here’s where your list of preferred activities comes in handy. You should be able to find links to local attractions, calendars & restaurants on the web site of your Costa Rica holiday rental.

8. Are the owners local or do they have a management team helping 24/7?

Owners are a wealth of information about the area & can give you tips on great out-of-the-way places that aren’t in the guidebooks. They also care about your enjoyment & comfort while at their villa.

This can make a huge difference;  should something require immediate attention in the villa. there is nothing worse than calling the rental company about a stopped-up toilet & getting somebody’s bored teenager who’s manning the phones for the summer.

9. How long has the owner been renting holiday rentals?

If the owner has worked with rental properties, they know what tenants expect & how to get things done.

If this is a new venture, beware. The owner may be in it for “fun” & have no idea how to prepare the villa so that you can have a great holiday.

10. & last, when you look at the pics, can you see yourself having a great time there?

If the pics make you require to go right now, & the answers to the questions above meet your satisfaction, you have found yourself a great Costa Rica holiday rental!

Costa Rica vacation Rentals  -Part One-