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Cabin Rental Etiquette: Do’s and Don’ts When Renting a Cabin

Cottage Holidays have become increasingly popular in the last twenty years. The idea of ​​a characterful cottage set in beautiful countryside where you can relax and feel at home has a lot of appeal, but is there a set of rules or etiquette that needs to be observed? The answer is yes and although some of them are obvious or written in any rental agreement, some are more instinctive and subtle.

When you agree to rent a cabin through an agency, there is usually a formal agreement that must be agreed upon before the transaction can take place. One of these conditions is a security or damage deposit that is usually returned to the renter when the property has been inspected after the rental has been made. Obviously, this is to protect the property owner against any major damage that may occur. In my experience, the occasional break in a cup or glass is usually ignored, although it can be kept by contract, but if a bed breaks after the kids have used it as a trampoline then that may be a different matter.

This leads to the obvious question of who owns it and why are they renting the property. Vacation home owners come in all shapes and sizes, from individuals to small businesses. People can use the property as their own home for part of the year and rent it out at other times. As much as they may be set in an idyllic landscape, some of those areas have few jobs and tourism may be their only way of generating income. Other small businesses have purchased more than one property and lovingly and carefully converted them into charming vacation homes with modern conveniences they may never have had before. When you think that the property you are renting is someone’s pride and joy, it will give you a better idea of ​​the do’s and don’ts of a cabin rental etiquette.

As a renter, you should feel at home and use the facilities on offer. Books can be left to read, games to play, swimming pools to use. If something doesn’t work, don’t be afraid to contact the owner and ask politely, as the owner may not know. However, treat the house as your home and not recklessly. After the rental period obviously the owner or cleaner will come and clean the property. However, this process should only involve a “normal” amount of cleaning, such as vacuuming, washing bedding, and cleaning the bathroom and kitchen. It shouldn’t involve stains removed from furniture or carpet, sheets and trash piled up, or every dish left dirty.

This unwritten contract should go both ways. When you arrive at the holiday home after possibly a long journey, there’s nothing better than a welcome pack. It doesn’t have to be extravagant, but a bottle of wine, chocolates, cookies or fruit can make a guest feel more at home. A guest book to inform the client about the local area, the nearest shops, restaurants and attractions, is also an essential, as is the telephone number in case of any problems. Any contact should be courteous and friendly, especially from the owner, as he should expect a repeat of the custom. If a customer complains that an item is broken or not as it should be, the owner should help and try to correct the situation as efficiently as possible.

The latest on rural houses is “What should I bring?” Clients should always check with the booking website or cottage owner/agency what is and is not provided with the property. For example, bed linen and bath towels may be supplied, but beach towels probably will not be supplied. Cabin holidays are self-catering, which means that guests should not expect a fridge full of food and should bring their own supplies, such as toilet paper, in case the owners do not supply it.

Holidays in country houses are pleasant, and by observing the etiquette, clients and owners can avoid major problems.

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