Finding the Right Home Rental in Lake Tahoe
July 4, 2008
There are a few patterns to consider when looking for a Lake Tahoe home rental. You’ll pay more for the houses near the ski areas in the winter time no matter the size and you’ll always pay more for lakefront properties no matter what time of year. But if you can decide what you need (or want) and what you want to spend there are a multitude of choices for house vacation rentals in and around the beautiful lake.
High up on a hill, overlooking the western shores of Lake Tahoe sits an 8,000 square foot home visited by presidents, dignitaries and the merely wealthy. Built in the 1930s by a noted steel magnate, the house is now available for rent, ranging in price from $3,000 per night to $50,000 per month depending upon the season. It comes fully equipped with a full staff of cook, housekeeper, maid and butler, a choice of automobiles to use, a pool and down on the lake, the private boat dock with what can only be described as a "lake yacht" complete with a skipper who will gladly ride you to any point on the lake ? all at no extra charge.
Finding Vacation Rentals in North Lake Tahoe
July 2, 2008
The main difference between North and South Lake Tahoe is that most people who live on the lake year around tend to own houses on the northern end. Here you’ll find housing developments of the highest quality, serene resorts, campgrounds, beautiful beaches as well as shopping and dining as good if not superior to the choices in the busier, more crowded southern end of the lake. North Lake Tahoe vacation rentals tend to favor the more family-oriented traveler, seeking peace and serenity. Because there are more permanent living facilities on the north shores, there are more houses and condos available for rent to tourists than there are on the southern shores. Furthermore, the resorts dotted throughout the area are, for the most part, more of the smaller, boutique resorts rather than the larger, bustling hotels. Because the northern shores are in California there is no gambling there. This major difference accounts for the total difference in ambiance between the two locations around the lake.
Vacation Rentals on Lake Tahoe?s South Shore
June 29, 2008
South Lake Tahoe vacation rentals are particularly in demand with those folks who crave the excitement of being near the variety of entertainment choices and the abundance of recreational facilities for which the area is well known. Here at South Lake Tahoe you have your choice of world class hotels with all the amenities, beautiful houses for rent, condos, cabins, apartments and the smaller, less crowded facilities popularly known as boutique resorts.
Usually situated on or near the beach, these mini resorts cater fully to their customers’ needs. From almost anywhere in South Lake Tahoe you are within walking distance of world class night life, shopping and dining, recreational choices to satisfy anyone’s desires and they usually have their own private beaches to enjoy the crystal clear waters of Lake Tahoe undisturbed by other visitors to the area. Relax, enjoy, sip marguerites, soak up the sun, have an elegant lunch at a lakeside café. Then, later on, shower and dress for the evening and in a mere few minutes you’re in an elegant casino, or a four star restaurant or being seated in front of one of your favorite performers. South Lake Tahoe has everything to offer close at hand for those who want to experience everything.
Vacationing in Lake Tahoe
June 27, 2008
Lake Tahoe is a pristine recreational lake area. With high-stake casino gambling and Las Vegas-style entertainment on one side and spiritual retreats and horseback riding on the other, you can’t go wrong. Everything you could possibly want is available for the vacation rental ─ from posh luxurious mansions to rustic lakeside cabins.
There is no other lake recreation area anywhere else in the world with so much to offer. Lake Tahoe ranks as one of the most beautiful and fun places on anyone’s top ten list. With a minimum of effort it is possible to find a perfect family vacation, a romantic getaway for two or a spring break experience complete with a no holds barred "what happens here stays here" vibe. It’s all here and you can experience as much of it, or as little of it, as you wish.
Whether you prefer that secluded mountain chalet near the ski slopes, that lakeside cabin on the lake or a hotel room with room service and a spa to die for, you can have it with a phone call. Going with a group? There are many facilities to choose from depending on the nature of your group activities. Want to be near the casinos but not right in the thick of things? There are many options to choose from including many only a short walk or ride from the gaming tables.
Oceanside Vacations on Hilton Head Island
June 24, 2008
The largest barrier island on the Atlantic coast between New Jersey and Florida is Hilton Head Island. This beach paradise is 12 miles long and 5 miles wide. Because of the high Atlantic tides, the twelve miles of beach are wide and clean, with a new selection of seashells each time the tide goes out. The island’s latitude contributes to its mild climate, with normal temperatures that range between 55º and 75º F all year round. The ocean breeze provides the island’s air-conditioning. Hilton Head oceanfront rentals are available in all price ranges, to allow each visitor a place to lay rest in between treks on the sand.
Hilton Head oceanfront rentals come in many sizes and on all sides of the island. There are hotel or resort rooms, condos, villas, and private homes for rent. Sizes range from a single room or one-bedroom, one-bath condo to a nine-bedroom mansion with servants. The hotels offer pricing by the night, but most condos, villas and homes will expect a longer stay. A week’s rent can vary from $1,000 to $10,000 during the high season, to as much as 30% less in the winter. Condos, villas, and rental homes will, of course, come with furnished kitchens. Many will have on-site laundry facilities as well, making a trip to the beach an easy, casual experience.
Villa Rentals on South Carolinas Hilton Head Island
June 22, 2008
Hilton Head Island is a vacation destination for over two million people each year. While the beaches and facilities are still not crowded on this large island, vacationers value their time, and want a truly restful experience. Many times, vacationers want more room, more amenities, or more privacy than is available in a rented room or small condo. Villa rentals fill the needs of the larger family or travel group, the group that would like a more comfortable and longer stay, or the visitor who wants the luxury offered by a stand-alone villa. Villas are the accommodation of choice for two thirds of island visitors.
Hilton Head villa rentals are available on all parts of this South Carolina barrier island. Many of the residential plantations have such facilities for rent, as well as those offered by private owners. Some villas have ocean views, while others are near one of the many golf courses on the island. Many are scattered in existing exclusive communities, giving stability to the neighborhoods as locals live next to vacationers.
Home Away From Home on Hilton Head Island
June 18, 2008
Hilton Head Island’s mild climate, slow pace, and beautifully forested landscapes are unique to the Atlantic coast. Deep-sea fishing charters, turtle watching, or riding a bike along the beach at sunset are some of the many wonderful outdoor activities available on the island. Sports enthusiasts can also play golf or tennis, hike or in-line skate at the many facilities or trails on this twelve-mile long paradise. This island is a wonderful location for an extended vacation or a work-related retreat, and Hilton Head rental homes are wonderful options for such occasions.
Visitors interested in an extended stay will want to consider renting a house on Hilton Head. A rental house allows a visitor more room, privacy, and comfort than a condo or hotel room might. Many of the homes for rent to visitors are privately owned, and all are excellently maintained. They are usually furnished, decorated, and complete with all the amenities found in a comparable home anywhere. Complete kitchens, linens, sound systems, internet access, private yards, pools, hot tubs, and, often, the ability to keep a pet are all options. Sizes of these homes vary from a small two-bedroom cottage to seven-bedroom mansions. Homes may be rented for a week or as long as a year or more. Rental fees can range from $1,000 to $10,000 a week, depending on the size and location of the home.
Family-Friendly Vacation Condos on Hilton Head Island
June 16, 2008
Many vacationers on Hilton Head Island have discovered a simple fact — a family vacation is much simpler and more economical in a condo. A condominium offers more space than a hotel room. The living room, dining room, kitchen, bath, and bedroom areas are separated, thus allowing privacy for each family member, and also giving the sense of a home away from home. Families with small children can cook simple meals and maintain nap and bedtime schedules, while allowing adults and older children to enjoy a change of pace. But no one is confined to the kitchen; there are many options to enjoy a variety of cuisine on the island.
Condos come complete with fully stocked kitchens and also often have individual laundry facilities. Units are available in a variety of sizes, usually from one to three bedrooms, with multiple bathrooms, and with linen and maid service. Many offer private porches or balconies, and televisions, as well as free bikes and internet access. As part of a complex, they may share use of a pool with other condo renters. Rental condos can sleep up to eight people, and can cost anywhere from $300 to $1,600 and up a week, depending on the location, size, and season.
Vacation Rentals on Hilton Head Island
June 13, 2008
Each year, over two million people find their way to Hilton Head Island to find a relaxing vacation spot in the sun. The largest island off the coast of Georgia has been developed as a tourist’s paradise, carefully zoned, environmentally sensitive, and always with a sense of appreciation for the history and natural bounty of this unique place.
It is always the right time to explore the many options available as Hilton Head vacation rentals. The savvy tourist has the opportunity to find the exact rental property on the island, to ensure the perfect vacation. First, the vacationer needs to decide how to spend his time on the island. The different resort plantations, vestiges of the old sugar and indigo plantations, have been rebuilt as self-contained resort areas. Ocean properties are also available. Many Hilton Head natives, who may live in the interior villages of the island, rent out their homes during part of the year. Other properties are available as part of a golf or tennis vacation. Nature lovers may want to stay close to the hiking trails along the protected marshes or near the Sea Pines Forest Preserve, home to native wildlife.
Choose a Bed and Breakfast Over a Hotel Chain and Enjoy Your Vacation
June 11, 2008
Traveling for business or vacationing always has one thing in common; you need a place to stay. Unfortunately, many individuals choose large hotel chains which have no personality and do nothing more than provide a place to sleep for their guests. However, when business and vacation travelers choose to stay at a Bed and Breakfast they are able to enjoy their trip even more simply because Bed and Breakfast inns focus on each individual guest. In fact, there are several benefits a Bed and Breakfast has over regular hotels.
Benefit #1 Feel at Home Most Bed and Breakfast Inns are typically small and have a limited number of rooms to rent out. However, each room has a lot of personality and is generally decorated around a theme and focuses on the comfort of guests. Each room is decorated in an elegant at-home way that is easily enjoyed by guests who want comfortable and beautiful surroundings to enjoy while on their trip. You certainly won’t encounter the generic rooms of common hotels. All in all, when you stay at a Bed and Breakfast you will feel at home.
