02-01-2010, 09:38 AM
Just to beat this dead horse into submission, we list our cottage on a number of sites (VRBO, Purple Roofs, Craigslist, etc.). Folks who come in through Craigslist tend to ask us more questions, and we ask them more questions (and refer them to our website and/or VRBO listing). Craigslist also tends to get us more last-minute rentals,and I agree with Kathy that Craigslist renters tend to match up with our level of accommodations (If you're looking for a Four Seasons experience, you're probably not gonna be looking on Craigslist). We bill through PayPal which also gives both renters and us a bit more confidence (we're an established business on PayPal). Renting a vacation rental is always a bit of a risk from both perspectives, but it also has its rewards from both perspectives. We've made lots of new friends through ours!