You’ve decided it’s time to treat yourself and take a vacation. Maybe you already have an idea of where you’d like to go, or perhaps you’d like to try a different destination. Once you determine where you’re headed, the next step is getting there and securing a vacation rental for your stay. With so many options on Google, it can be hard to decide what website you’ll use to book your vacation home. This guide will lay out all of the advantages of direct booking vacation rentals.
Many people gravitate towards sites like VRBO, AirBnB and Booking.com, but did you know you can save money and experience a handful of other benefits when you book direct vacation rentals? Third-party listing services like Flipkey, TripAdvisor and VRBO may charge as much as 5% to 19% more with commissions and booking fees. You may see the same unit on our site and on one of theirs, but you’ll keep more vacation dollars in your pocket when you book through us. When you book direct vacation rentals, you not only save money, but you’ll have more peace of mind, too.
Our Vacation Planning Advisers are also here to answer questions and help you plan your stay. We live, work and play here, too, so we’ll be able to offer you some local insight and tell you about the area’s hidden gems and the best beaches.
What is Book Direct?
When you book direct vacation rental homes, you’re reserving your vacation rental through the vacation rental company that manages the home you’re interested in staying at. A guest who books a rental home online after seeing an online or print advertisement is considered a direct booking. Someone interested in a vacation rental who stops by a physical office and makes a reservation is also considered a direct booking. Direct booking online seems to be the most popular option.
When booking direct vacation rentals:
- You will save anywhere from 5% to 19% in booking and service fees. Savings always add up!
- In case of any delays, cancellations or changes, you will work directly with us and the owner.
- You will enjoy excellent and timely customer service.
- Your booking with agents who have insight into all of the area’s hidden gems, beaches, restaurants and things to do all members of the family will enjoy.
What is the Best Website for Vacation Rentals?
Today, we want smooth and flawless digital transactions, and that starts with a great website. Websites and apps like HomeAway, VRBO and AirBnB don’t always show you all of their available properties. When you’re looking for that picture-perfect vacation home away from home, Royal Shell will always show you all of our available rental homes. We know you need that well-deserved vacation. That’s why booking direct vacation rentals with Royal Shell is a breeze.
Our guests have a variety of options to choose from at the best possible price with no hidden costs and fees. We believe that finding a vacation home rental should be fun, easy and it shouldn’t come with a long list of hidden charges. Whether you’re looking for the perfect bungalow to be the ideal setting for your beach vacation, or a majestic waterfront vacation rental that will fit a large group, booking direct vacation rentals with Royal Shell is easy, will save you money, and our Vacation Planning Advisers will be able to help choose a property that brings your ultimate vacation vision to life. What are you waiting for?
Are Vacation Rentals Good Investments?
One of the main reasons people opt for a vacation home is the potential rental income you could make by renting it out. If that’s something you’re interested in, our agents are here to help you find the perfect home with rental potential. Once you’ve found it, we can help you manage it. As the vacation rental management company, we’ll take care of payments, rental accommodations and we’ll keep the home ready for future renters to call home.
As the owner of a vacation rental home, that means you get first dibs on when you want to stay there. It’s a win-win! Use your rental home for a special occasion, beach vacation or anything in-between. It can also be a future retirement home, if you’re playing the long game. And the income you’ve built by renting it out can go into your retirement fund. So, by the time you’re ready to leave your 9 to 5 job, your rental home income will provide you with a cushion of savings for years to come. Or you don’t have to rely on the extra cash and you can use the home as your own personal getaway whenever your heart desires. The choice is yours! It’s always good to have options.
Book Direct and Save with Royal Shell
Book direct vacation rentals with Royal Shell and start looking forward to your trip to paradise. We offer rentals with book direct rates in Ocala, Florida, Western North Carolina and throughout Southwest Florida, including Sanibel and Captiva Islands. Save money, get expert local advice and choose from all of the available homes in our inventory. You can’t go wrong when you book directly with Royal Shell. Some of our units are pet-friendly, too, so you can bring your family furbaby.
If you’re travelling with a big group and you’re looking for a large estate home to accommodate everyone, we have a variety of homes that can meet your needs. Enjoy a luxury beach home rental on Captiva Island with access to the beach or breathtaking beach views. Stay on Sanibel and get on Island Time in one of the island’s charming homes or condos. Visit Fort Myers and enjoy close proximity to everything Southwest Florida has to offer. Naples is known as an arts destination and they have some pretty delicious restaurants. Just looking at the menus will make your mouth water. If you’re an equine or golf lover, we think you’d love staying at the Golden Ocala Golf & Equestrian Club. For a change in scenery, we also offer rental homes you can book directly on the Highlands-Cashiers plateau in Western North Carolina. Chase waterfalls, watch the leaves change and enjoy the cooler weather.
We offer tons of places to stay and we know it might be hard to choose the perfect destination. But we’re here to help! If you have any questions about booking a vacation for the first time or where to stay, we know the area well. We’ll be here to help you plan an epic vacation and help you create lasting memories for years to come.
