Beach house rentals can make your vacation dreams a reality by providing a comfortable and luxurious home just steps from the white-sand beaches of Orange Beach, AL. To ensure you get the vacation you’re hoping for, though, there are some questions you should ask before booking. Below, the team at Sugar Sands Realty & Management share a few questions to include in the conversation to garner the best results in your search.

What to Ask Before Booking Beach House Rentals

1. How Well-Stocked Is the Home?

Beach homes are preferred over hotels because they provide all the comforts and amenities of home. To ensure you are satisfied, find out what these comforts entail. For example, ask about the kitchen—does it have a microwave, dishwasher, and all the dishes or spices you’re used to cooking with? Additionally, ask whether other necessary amenities will be provided or if you’ll need to bring them, such as towels and linens.

2. Is It Pet- & Kid-Friendly?

If you plan on bringing kids or pets, you need to know whether the home can accommodate them. If they advertise as kid-friendly, ask what this means. Does the pool have a fence around it and secure balconies on the railings? Does a “pet-friendly” home require a pet deposit, and does it have a fenced-in yard? 

3. What’s the Beach Access?

Though it doesn’t seem that far, the difference between a home that’s right on the beach and one that’s six blocks away can have a big impact on your vacation. If you don’t want to worry about carrying your equipment back and forth, or you would like to be able to watch the kids play on the beach from the porch, paying more for beachfront real estate is worth it.

4. What Is the Neighborhood Like?

You may want more than just the beach on your vacation. Ask about other amusements in the area, such as bars, shops, restaurants, movie theaters or kid-friendly activities. Whatever you may be looking for, you want to know the neighborhood suits your needs.

When you’re ready to plan your dream vacation, give Sugar Sands Realty & Management, Inc. a call at (251) 974-1672. Their knowledgeable staff will make recommendations for possible beach house rentals based on your budget, dates, and needs. To see some of their current specials, visit them online today.