Why book a vacation rental for your summer vacation? Vacation rentals are the fastest growing trend in travel, but have long been popular in many summer vacation spots, for families to enjoy the convenience of an oceanfront cottage, have a perfect summer on the lake, or relax at a mountainside retreat close to outdoor adventures and activities. You may even find rental homes that welcome pets, so you can bring the family dog along! Here are some of the other perks you can enjoy when renting a vacation property: * More Amenities - Vacation rentals are often stocked with all of the basics that you use in your daily life, including dishware, cookware, barware, bedding, towels, laundry facilities, indoor/outdoor furniture, BBQ grills, games and entertainment systems. Private hot tubs, pools, fireplaces, and other amenities, such as Wi-Fi, are often included as well. * More Space, Better Value – Often for the same price as a standard 20’ x 20’ hotel room, you can book a 2,000+ square foot house. When renting a hotel for a family or group, everyone can stay in separate rooms under the same roof as opposed to paying for multiple hotel rooms, and enjoy added privacy. * Location, Location, Location – Vacation rentals can be found nearly anywhere – in urban areas. In addition to all the property details you need to know, allow travelers to see how close a rental is to nearby attractions and activities. so be sure to confirm reservations early. Now is a great time to begin searching for accommodations for your summer vacation, start by checking out a few of our most popular summer destinations: