6 Reasons to Choose a Vacation Rental

It’s no secret that the shape of the hospitality industry has changed over the last few years. More specifically, guest preferences have become much more precise with an emphasis on space, privacy, and flexibility. Vacation rentals have become a more mainstream accommodation than even just 3 years ago, when the topic on everyone’s minds was how to vacation in a more secluded manner. But space and privacy only scratch the surface of reasons that a vacation rental is preferable to alternative vacation accommodations. At Vunique Vacations our guests come first, so we’re excited to share with you 6 reasons we believe that vacation rentals set the new standard for hospitality in Sarasota and the surrounding areas.

Spacious Privacy

Picture yourself arriving at your vacation home, a group of 10+ people, and luggage in tow, to find ample, private, spacious areas to relax in. When you vacation with Vunique, you’ll set foot in one of our vacation homes equipped to sleep 14+ people, with no shortage of private spaces. Forget the air mattresses or roll-away cots. Enjoy the luxury of your own pillow to lay your head on at night, with an en suite bath to complete the package. The living room is yours to lounge in. The kitchen is yours to experiment in. The pool is yours to enjoy, serenity abounds as you listen to the peace and quiet that comes with our private backyard oases. Emerge from your beauty rest and make your way down to the kitchen for coffee without having to worry about running into any strangers en route or needing to change out of your pajamas. In the evening, enjoy gathering together to watch a movie, or share a cocktail hour without incurring additional external costs on your vacation. Imagine waiting until mid-day to head to the pool, and having an open selection of non-reserved lounge chairs to choose from. Avoid drink lines, opt for a beverage from your outdoor refrigerator, to be enjoyed as you leisurely grill hamburgers and hot dogs for the whole family. Make your way to your rooftop deck to watch the sunset over Lido or Siesta Key Beach with the soundtrack of your choice playing in the background. And imagine leaving your kiddos with a trusted babysitter under one roof, without having to worry about reserving adjoining rooms or the lack of entertainment activities in a single room. These are the luxuries you can enjoy when you opt for a private vacation home as your accommodation.

Cultivate Your Own Experience

At Vunique, we believe that your vacation, and more specifically, your vacation home, should be an experience. The spaces in our homes allow you to let your mind run wild with possibilities without ever leaving the house. Hire a private chef to prepare dinner in your fully stocked kitchen, complete with a seat for everyone. Spend the holidays gathering under one roof, making unforgettable memories opening presents, making a family meal, or enjoying fireworks from your rooftop deck. Or, rent a golf cart and zip around the area or to the beach with ease, storing it worry-free in the ample parking areas of our homes. When you book a vacation home, all of these possibilities are easily a reality, because you dictate your vacation experience. Not to mention, staying with everyone under one roof shares the burden of cost between family units, making a luxury vacation for 10+ people, more easily attainable. Don’t let your accommodations be the deciding factor on your vacation bucket list.

Exceptional Amenities

Never worry about the bait and switch of 1-hour of free wifi, daily parking fees, or non-optional valet. Our homes offer multiple parking spaces to suit the size of groups they are able to sleep, and the wifi is always free. Not to mention the unbeatable amenities awaiting you in your backyard and inside your home. Enjoy the backyard oasis complete with a swimming pool, waterslide, and spa. Practice your putting or chipping skills at our homes with putting greens. Or cook up a backyard barbecue prepared with your gas grill. Inside, enjoy smart TVs ready to stream your favorite shows, gaming consoles to brush up on your Mario skills, or game tables like foosball or Pac-man! Looking to hit the beach? Snag your complimentary beach towels, cooler, beach chairs, and wagon for easy transport. Where else will you find all of these amenities and more, completely free of charge?

Local Immersion

The typical vacation rental is situated in a local neighborhood in your vacation destination. That means that instead of being nestled between parking garages, high rises, or primarily commercial properties, you are living alongside the locals in your home away from home. Venture outside of your vacation home and easily walk to the main street to enjoy a variety of local boutiques, restaurants, and bars, but return to the peace and quiet when you want to wind down for the evening. These commercial spaces are unintrusive in that you can enjoy the seclusion of a neighbrohood feel when you return home, with easy walkability to town when you’re ready to socialize and shop!

Professionalism

When you research vacation rental companies to entrust your accommodations, you will be privy to legitimate past guest reviews. Every review you read was written by someone with a personal experience to share about Vunique Vacations. We garner these positive reviews through the attention to detail and the exceptional service we offer our guests. When you book with Vunique Vacations, you are assigned an individual Property Manager. They meet you at your home at the time of check-in to provide a personalized walkthrough, demonstrating the distinct features of the home and how to use them. They also provide you with their phone number so that they are a call or text away at any point of your vacation. Whether you need assistance at the house or you are looking for a coffee shop recommendation, your Property Manager is up to the task.

We pride ourselves on our professional housekeeping and linen service. Our linens are commercially laundered using a sustainable OZONE system and utilize the 3-sheet bedding process you’re likely to see at luxury hotels. Our housekeepers also use non-toxic cleaning supplies to ensure safety for our guests and little ones whose hands are grazing every surface. Our cleaners follow an extensive checklist to ensure the home is pristine, which is followed by a property manager walkthrough upon completion. You can enjoy your privacy all vacation long, never having anyone enter your space without your knowledge. Or, you can add on a mid-stay clean, to feel refreshed during your beach vacation. The choice is yours and yours alone.

Commitment to Distinction

The experience in our homes is consistent no matter where you stay, but that doesn’t mean that every stay is the same. An area in which you will find consistency is in our customer service and in-home features. Every room has an en-suite bathroom. Every home is equipped with Energy Star appliances. Every home uses luxury, professional linens. Every guest interacts with an individual Property Manager, however, no guest is viewed as the same (even repeat guests!). All of our homes have an individual touch, so there is truly something for everyone. We offer flexibility because everyone’s needs vary. You can arrive any day of the week and stay anywhere from 3-7 nights depending on the property and your availability. We offer a 60-day flexible cancellation policy, and we air on the side of transparency when it comes to environmental factors and considerations. When you choose a vacation rental as your accommodation you can rest assured that you are not just another head in a bed. Vunique Vacations makes the commitment to treating our guests like the distinct individuals that you are, and we promise to help create the unforgettable experience that you deserve on your Sarasota vacation.