Vacation Rentals on Cape Cod
Printable Checklist of Questions to
Ask the Owner or Rental Agent
As you've probably discovered, there are hundreds of vacation rentals on Cape Cod to choose from.
Beachfront rentals, summer cottages, and spacious family homes are just some of the options you'll have for your Cape Cod summer (or off-season) vacation rental.
Because a good number of properties are offered "for rent by owner", expect to find a wide variation in decor and amenities among rentals.
So before you before you sign on the dotted line and send in your deposit ...
Contact the owner or management agent!
Ask questions. Request more photos if necessary. Find out as much as you can about the home, its location, and what's included and what's not.
Here's a checklist of things to ask about each of the Cape Cod vacation rentals you're considering ...
Vacation Rentals on Cape Cod
Checklist of Questions
❑Occupancy
- Number of bedrooms?
- Number/size of beds in each bedroom?
- Any sofa beds or futons?
- Maximum number of people permitted to stay overnight without extra charge?
❑Amenities
- Air conditioning? If so, what type of units? (central air, window units)?
- Central heat?
- Cooking facilities and equipment? Full kitchen, gas or charcoal grill, pots, pans, dinnerware, lobster pot, etc.?
- Do bathrooms have bathtubs, only showers, jacuzzi, etc.?
- Linens and towels provided? If so, any extra charge?
- Washer/dryer on-site?
- TVs, DVDs, Wireless Internet, etc.?
❑Extra Features
- Outdoor shower?
- Beach chairs available for tenants' use?
- Bicycles available for tenants' use?
- How much private outdoor area/yard with the property?
❑Location
- Proximity to beach? (What beaches in walking distance? How far to walk? What beaches in easy driving distance? Beach parking pass/sticker required? If so, is pass/sticker included with rental?)
- Nearest grocery shopping?
- What kind of restaurants/activities/shopping nearby?
- If in a neighborhood, is it family oriented, mainly adults, etc.?
❑Pets
- Are pets allowed?
- If so, number and type of pets allowed?
- Extra charge/security deposit for pets?
❑Reservations/Payments
- What is rental rate? (Might also want to ask, tactfully, if the rate is negotiable.)
- Any other charges (taxes, rental agent fees, cleaning charges, etc.)?
- How much advance deposit required? When is it due?
- Type of payment accepted (cash, personal check, certified check, credit card)?
- When is final payment due?
- Written rental agreement? (Always read the rental agreement carefully and be sure you fully understand and agree to all provisions, before signing!)
- Security deposit? How is security deposit handled? When will security deposit be returned? What charges may be made against security deposit? How will charges against security deposit be determined, documented, resolved?
- Cancellation policy?
❑Other
- Handicap access?
- House/yard suitable for small children?
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For a great selection of vacation rentals on Cape Cod ...
Communication is the key to a great vacation rental experience!
When you've found a few rentals that might be right for you, get in touch with the owners (email links are provided) right away.
Confirm that the dates you want are still available, and ask all your questions.
Then, when you've chosen your favorite rental property -- reserve it!
There's a big demand for vacation rentals on Cape Cod, and they do book up quickly!!
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Unique Cape Cod Accommodations and Places to Stay
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