Below are Destination Vacation's Top 10 Characteristics of a Great Vacation Rental on Hilton Head Island:
- Condition – A vacation home hosts many guests over the course of a year, which is why regular improvements and updates are necessary to keep up with normal wear and changing trends.
- Location – Close to highly desirable views or destinations, such as the beach or Calibogue Sound.
- Cleanliness – Professional housekeeping service with regular crews and cleaning schedules is a must.
- Personality – Vacation homes are privately-owned homes that take on the personality of each owner in furnishings, artwork and accessories.
- Maintenance – A great vacation rental is proactive with regularly scheduled maintenance of HVAC, lawn, pool, roof, gutters, windows, etc.
- Amenities – Private amenities are key, such as swimming pool, hot tub/spa, location with impressive view or beach access, BBQ grill, TV’s in common areas and bedrooms, Wifi, upgraded linens, bath towels, soaps, shampoos and starter packs of detergents, trash bags, etc.
- Inventory – A vacation home must be fully stocked with appropriate kitchen utensils and appliances, dishware, glassware, blankets, trash cans and other household necessities.
- Cost – A great vacation home will cost less than a comparable hotel or resort once all factors are considered, including but not limited to # of guests the home sleeps, amenities, inventory, cooking-in vs. eating out and customer service.
- Damage Protection Plans – Accidents happen and guests should be able to focus on their vacation instead of the lamp that grandpa accidentally bumped over, which is why a great vacation rental will have a program in place to cover accidents that are reported by the guest.
- Management/Customer Service – Great customer service is all about being available to the guest from the booking process to departure and making sure the property is appropriately inspected and prepared for each arrival.