Top 5 Misconceptions about Villa Rentals

1. Renting a villa is too expensive for me.
What many people don't realize is that renting a villa is often equal to or less than the cost of staying at a hotel or resort, with several very unique benefits.

1. The more people you are vacationing with, the lower the costs. Rather than paying for 3, 4 or 5 separate hotel rooms, you can rent an entire home and share the costs. Plus, you get extra space and won't have to share the pool.


2. Most villas offer tiered rates which means that if your group has less than the maximum number of people in it, the rates are lower but you still have the run of the rest of the home (the unused bedrooms are usually closed off).


3. Every villa has a fully equipped kitchen, giving you the option to prepare your own meals. You'll be paying for groceries from the local store which results in considerable savings in food costs.


4. Buy alcohol directly from the store and enjoy alcoholic beverages at cost.


5. You will not pay hidden fees for services or activities that you don't need or want. Add on the extras that you're interested in and they'll be specifically arranged just for you.


6. Many villas come with staff that is already included in the price, so you'll be taken care of by your own personal chef, butler or other staff for no additional cost.

2. A villa rental doesn't offer the same services as a hotel.
Indeed, a villa rental's services aren't the same as a hotel - they're better. If you like to be pampered and have meals prepared for you, a bartender always available and maid service every day, you can have it. Plus, this staff will be taking care of you and your group exclusively. If you enjoy organized activities or have a special hobby, we arrange the same services, only privately. That means that instead of snorkeling, spa services or cooking classes with a large group of people you don't know, these are catered specifically to you and your family's or friends' needs.

3. Renting a villa is complicated.
Nothing could be further from the truth. Even if you have never rented a villa before, we can help you every step of the way. To start your villa search, you can either call us directly to speak with a villa specialist, or browse our website. When you call, a villa specialist will speak with you to learn more about what you're looking for, and will choose a selection of villas for you. If you find a villa on our website that you like, simply click on Rent this villa or Check Availability; when the villa specialist receives it, they will contact you with more information. Once you decide on a villa and it's available, we can put it on hold for up to 3 days. You will receive a rental contract and a deposit or full payment is made. While you're at your destination, your concierge and on-site representatives are available if you have questions, and will follow up with you after you come back.

4. You have to know a lot about villa rentals in order to find the right one.
You don't have to know anything about villas to plan the best vacation of your life - that's what we're here for! Our villa specialists are certified Destination Specialists and have personally been to these places and seen our villas. They are the ultimate resource and can answer any question under the sun about our villas and locations. They will work with you to find out what kind of vacation you're seeking and can do the searching for you - just tell us what kind of vacation you're dreaming of and we'll take care of the rest.

5. When I arrive at my villa rental it won't be at all what I expected.
Rest assured we only offer the best villas available in your price range. Every one of our villas has to meet a list of stringent criteria to ensure they meet our (and your) high expectations for your vacation. Our villa specialists have seen the villas and even stayed there so they'll be able to answer your questions from a first-hand perspective. You'll find quality photos of the villas on our website along with detailed descriptions and a list of features and amenities that will keep you entertained during your stay. And finally, we make sure that every one of your questions is answered before you reserve your villa rental so there are no surprises. If, however, you have any concerns once you've arrived at the villa, we will work with you to resolve the matter as quickly as possible so you don't waste any precious moments of your well-deserved vacation.