You just found the ideal villa for your summer holidays on the French Riviera?
You want to reserve it but perhaps you have a concern about the quality of the property?
Don’t be in a hurry! The adverts are always appealing but behind the words can lurk some unpleasant surprises.
In order to guarantee a truly successful holiday, here is a list of questions to ask before reserving your villa for this summer:
First, contact the property owner or the estate agent and ask him or her for additional information concerning the situation of the housing unit.
- Is it in the city centre, near convenient businesses?
- Do you need a car to get your bread in the morning?
- If it’s an apartment, ask what floor it’s on. Does the building have an elevator?
- Is there another building directly opposite? Does it have an ocean view?
Concerning the rental itself, ask for clarification on the habitable surface area:
- What is the square footage of the kitchen? The bedrooms?
- Is there a garage? Or a near-by parking lot?
- In what direction does the lounge face?
Check on the comforts the rental provides:
- Is it equipped with appliances like a washing machine, a dishwasher, an oven or a microwave?
- Does it have sufficient storage space?
You should know that a description of the state of the premises is required and you can ask to have an inventory of the available equipment (kitchen utensils, dishes, etc.).
Have them explain whether the rental price is all-in, or whether there will be additional charges.
- Is there a tourist tax?
- Are there any additional services offered? What about transport from the airport?
You should know that if you’re using an estate agent, they cannot ask for a down payment of more than 25% of the rental price at the time the reservation is made.
On the other hand, if you’re dealing with a private owner, there are no rules!
At Riviera Holiday Homes, you’ll always have peace of mind …
We’re happy to answer your questions before you make a reservation. Moreover, our offices are in Nice in order to better assist you with your needs and guarantee you a great holiday!