A Guide
to Renting
This
information is designed to primarily help the 1st time "independent"
traveller to Florida. But if you are a seasoned traveller
and have some extra information that you would like us to
add then please send us an e-mail
To
see the answer to the question, simply click on the question,
and the page will scroll to the answer. Of course, if your
specific question can't be found below, we'll be happy to
answer it individually. To ask a different question by e-mail,
click on the Contact
Us link and we'll respond with an answer as soon as we
can.
1.
What do I need to bring with me to my vacation home?
2.
What if I have a problem while I am in the vacation home?
3.
When should I take pool heat?
4.
Is a maid service included?
5.
When do I make payments?
6.
How close is the property to Disney?
7.
Do I need a rental car?
What
do I need to bring with me to my vacation home?
Each
property has been carefully furnished and equipped to ensure
that you have a terrific vacation. Included in every property
you will usually find:
| Air
conditioning |
Arrival
soaps and tissues |
| Quality
bedding and pillows |
Fully
equipped kitchen incl.: |
| Private
and heated pool |
Stove/cooker/range |
| Cable
or satellite TV |
Refrigerator
& freezer |
| Phone(s) |
Dishwasher |
| Washer/Dryer |
Microwave
oven |
| Garage
& off road parking |
Toaster |
| Iron
& board |
Coffee
maker |
| Vacuum
Cleaner |
|
| Brush
& Mop |
|
| All
linens/towels |
|
Note
that the above is only a guide line. We recommend that you
carefully read each description of the property that the owner
has provided. If you have any further questions on what is
included in each property then please contact the owner via
the "contact owner" button. But don't forget to
pack your toothbrush!
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What
if I have a problem while I am in the vacation home?
Each
home owner will have a management company who looks after
things while you are there. It will be a wise move if you
have the management company's contact details with you prior
to your arrival just in case you have any problems finding
the home! Also, if you accidentally break anything then please
let them know immediately.
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When
should I take pool heat?
Almost
all properties offer pool heat as an option. Pool heat is
not generally inclusive. We recommend that pool heat is chosen
(if you intend to use the pool) between October and May. Pool
heat is pre-set to the desired temperature for that particular
property and cannot be adjusted. A pool blanket is "usually"
provided as standard on heated pools, which should cover the
pool when not in use to retain the heat (especially overnight!).
Please note that, in extreme weather conditions (below 55°F),
electrically heated pools will not operate. The owner will
take every precaution to ensure that pools are heated as specified,
weather conditions may (rarely) affect the temperature of
the pool.
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Is
a maid service included?
All
properties are rented to guests on a "Self-catering"
basis. Each and every property is cleaned prior to arrival,
and on departure of every guest party. For your convenience
and hygiene, most homes are provided with a vacuum cleaner,
dishwasher, washing machine, dryer, mop, brush and pan for
maintaining the property cleanliness during your stay. All
homes are treated regularly for insects, and the pools are
treated to maintain their cleanliness.
Some guests that stay for a longer period (over 10 days) request
a mid-term clean, while if your stay is less than 7 days the
owner may charge extra for the cleaning. Double check with
the owner if you are not sure.
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When
do I make payments?
A full
set of our rental terms and conditions can be found by clicking
here. In brief, your deposit payment is due at the time
you make your booking regardless of when you depart, and
this is payable to Tradingdates This must be made by the
on-line credit card processing system. Usually if your departure
is within 8 weeks the rest of the rental money will need
to be paid directly to the owner after you have paid your
booking deposit..
It is the owners responsibility to return your security
deposit and they will inform you of the process.
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How
close is the property to Disney?
To help
you decide which of our fabulous properties is right for
your family vacation, we provide in the search options a
location button. When it says Disney then the property should
not be more than a 20 minute drive. If you want to know
exactly which subdivision the property is located in, and
number of miles then contact the owner via the contact button.
If you want to double check then you can always Contact
Us
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Do I need a rental car?
Yes!
Orlando International Airport is the world's largest car
rental locations. Decide if you want on or off airport pick-up
and drop-off. We advise on airport so that after a long
flight you can just get your car and be on your way. It
does cost a little extra, but we feel it is worth it particularly
if you have small children with you. Also, make sure you
have a car that is big enough for you AND your luggage!
And we mean on the WAY BACK to the airport. This is because
most guests will take advantage of some of the superb shopping
malls and come back with more suitcases than what they arrived
with!
