January 15th 2020

A vacation rental is the perfect choice when you’re looking for a home away from home every once in awhile. The tricky decision to be made is, which getaway should you choose? There are a lot of options when it comes to rental properties, so picking the best deal is not always easy. Luckily for you (and your vacation dreams) the Coastal Marketing Group with Re/Max At The Shore has homes and condos in loads of different sizes and locations. Here are a few tips on how you can narrow them down to the vacation rental that’s just right for you.

 Know What You’re Looking For

Think about the details of your trip before beginning your beach rental search. Are you travelling with children? How much time do you actually plan to spend in the rental? How much parking will you need? Do you want easy access to the beaches of Cape May? Or would you rather be closer to our amazing wineries and vineyards? Knowing the necessities before you book can help avoid plenty of headaches and regret!

Time It Right

The best time to book a vacation rental is as early as possible! This ensures you have the most options for dates and properties. Unlike hotels, there is no price drop because rooms need to be filled. Cape May County has fewer homes than vacationers, and prime beach towns like Cape May are even busier, so try to book a year to 6 months in advance.

Be Flexible

As with most beach towns, prices are higher in the summer. Especially around long weekends and holidays. If you’re booking on a budget, planning a trip for early or late in the season could save you money. Experienced travelers know that the last week of the off-season offers all the same perks just without the crowds!

Know The Rental Lingo

Learning the difference between “beachfront” and “oceanfront” can save you from surprises upon arrival. If you’re unsure about the description of a rental, ask questions! Hint: Only beachfront guarantees you’re on the water with direct access to the beach. Oceanfront most likely is referring to the view, but still offers incredible access to our beaches.

Don’t Limit Yourself Too Much With Budget

If you’re planning a trip, make sure you've budgeted accordingly. No matter what your budget, there are plenty of options available to you if you plan early enough. Coming with multiple families? You may be surprised how affordable it is to rent a larger home when splitting the costs! And remember, when you book a vacation rental through one of those big 'box-store' style online booking sites, you're going to be charged an additional vacation tax (which can easily be several hundred to thousands of dollars). When you book a Cape May vacation rental with our brokerage, you do not pay those extra taxes!

Stay Safe

The growing popularity of rental homes over hotels is great, but it also means you need to look out for scams. Renting through a trusted and experienced company (like us!) is the only way to ensure you’re going to get what you are expecting. You'll check-in right at our office with our friendly staff, will receive your welcome packets and local info, events, dining options and more. You'll also have a chance to ask any questions regarding Cape May or your specific rental property or policies. 

Overall, when you work with a company like The Coastal Marketing Group, all you need to worry about is choosing your dates and we will take care of the rest! We know you the vacation you’re taking, so we're here to make it as stress free and relaxing as it should be — just like a day at the beach.

Search through our inventory and find your perfect Cape May vacation rental here.