Vacation in Fort Myers Beach

How can we describe the view from the White Sand Cottage in Fort Myers Beach, FL? Um…..two words:

1. GOR
2. GEOUS!!!

Go ahead, you be the judge. Check out the sweet beach side setting that you and your loved ones can enjoy while renting this beautiful home right on the Gulf of Mexico.

White Sand Cottage – Perfect for Most Occasions

Wedding Anniversary
Imagine celebrating your love for each other over a romantic, candlelight dinner for two while the sun sets over the Gulf of Mexico, in your own backyard.

Small Family Reunion
This cottage has four full bathrooms, a den, four bedrooms, and comfortably sleeps 12 people! Not to mention that there is plenty of parking space in its circular driveway…perfect for your small family reunion.

Beach Vacation of a Lifetime
Imagine the fun that your kids will have playing beach side while you and your spouse enjoy the 3 “Rs”: Rest, Relaxation and perhaps a Rum-runner!

Plus, this Fort Myers Beach rental is conveniently located…

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When you initially purchased your vacation home, what did you have in mind?

Many of the landlords that we’ve worked with tell us that their intentions were to purchase a home on Fort Myers Beach or Bonita Springs, FL to enjoy a couple of weeks out of the year.

Then, when they’re not occupying said property, they could rent it out the rest of the year to tourists and make money on their investment.

Sounds like part of the American Dream, doesn’t it? You work hard all your life to afford a nice vacation home (potentially a retirement home) in the warm Florida sun AND make a pretty penny in the process! But then, it happens…

Your vacation home becomes a drag

After years of being in the property management business, we’ve noticed a common trend. Once the novelty of owning a vacation rental wears off and reality sets in, it winds up becoming a major hassle
because these properties require a lot of maintenance and upkeep. For example:

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We just added this new rental home on Fort Myers Beach, FL to our inventory and if you’re bringing a large group of people, you’ll be happy to know that this duplex can accommodate up to 15 people!

So whether you have a huge family or you’re going on vacation with a couple of small families, all of you will have plenty of space to sleep, and of course, ENJOY THE BEACH!

That’s because Erwin’s Beach House is merely 35 yards away from the white sandy beaches of the Gulf of Mexico!

Not only will you be able to lounge on the beach and bask in the the warm Florida sun, but you’ll also have the opportunity to do so many other fun things in Southwest Florida. Just check out our free eBook library for more ideas. Here are just a few:

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You purchased a piece of real estate in Bonita Springs, FL a few years back so that you could take full advantage of its tropical location. There would be times when you and your family could come down from up north and enjoy a memorable beach vacation together.

Then there were other times when the property would sit vacant for months out of the year until you got the idea to make some money on your investment and rent it out to tourists!

Great idea right? Sure it is! Especially during peak visiting months of late December through late April when it’s most lucrative. Having a money making investment property in a great location is an exciting cash generator, for sure.

But after a few months, your cute little cottage begins to show wear and tear and your tourists begin to complain that:

• The Internet connection is way too slow
• Your home is missing an iron, hair dryer, toaster, etc.
• The toilet has backed up and there is no plunger
• Your air conditioner finally konked out and it’s 90 degrees inside

This list could go on an on. Suddenly your cash cow has turned into a royal pain in the neck! At first, you had a local friend who you could count on to help you out when you needed a “watchful eye.”

But now, looking after your property has become a bit of a burden on him and he’s not crazy about helping you anymore. Every time something in your vacation home breaks, you’re not going to come down to Florida and fix it are you? Of course not. That’s where we come in.

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Some people aren’t crazy about sharing a pool with others which is normally the case in a condo complex setting.

If you’re one of those people, we’ve got the perfect place for you!

Feast your eyes on Casa Da Mar on Fort Myers Beach, FL!

Now you don’t have to concern yourself with:

• Sharing a pool with many other tourists in a condo setting
• Noisy children running around pool-side
• Swimming in a pool that may have babies or toddlers (No further explanation need )
• Getting sand kicked on you accidentally at the beach
• Going to the beach and getting stung by a sting ray

Instead, you’ll have your own slice of heaven right in your backyard of this gorgeous rental home on Fort Myers Beach.

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Why should you hire a property management company?

Well, are you going to do all the work to keep track of those who may show interest in your home but not quite ready to book? Or would you prefer to do the things that make you happy, such as golf?

Would you rather spend your time following up with your guests to ensure they had a great experience or would you rather travel to exotic locations without a care in the world?

Property managers free you to do the things you would rather do

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Before renting your home or condo to tourists, ask yourself how you plan to expose your rental to a wide audience. Do you have a website, social media accounts with lots of followers, and connections in the vacation rental industry?

Unless you do this for a living, the chances of you having all of these connections with the outside world are slim. And that’s perfectly okay! That’s where we come in.

Vacation rental managers develop relationships so you don’t have to!

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Technology has opened up a wide array of options for advertising and marketing properties.

A full-service property management company will employ their knowledge to market and advertise your property locally, nationally and internationally.

They will know the right mix of traditional, Internet and social media to make your property available and attractive to potential clients.

They can also provide professional networking capabilities not usually available to an individual owner and employ the latest technology and market research tools to track trends, client expectations and customer satisfaction – all vital to attracting clients to your property and getting them to return and refer.

Please download a free copy of our eBook if you’d like to learn more ways in which Lahaina can help you maximize your investment or call 1-866-218-1709 to list with us today.

-Barb

P.S. Remember, it’s always beachtime at Lahaina!

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A friendly and knowledgeable reservations staff and an easy to use, comprehensive website set the stage for an outstanding vacation.

A management company that offers 24/7 live phone coverage will capture an even greater percentage of available reservations.

Property management websites offer easy navigation for potential customers to search for available properties and links to sources of local information, as well as online booking and payment options—services not as easily managed on an owner’s personal website.

A well-trained management team responds to calls, e-mails and online chats immediately knowing that a first responder usually gets the booking.

They will make contact following an on-line reservation to validate information and verify who will be renting.

Seriously, call us at 3am. We’ll be waiting for your call and more than willing to take your reservation! 1+(866) 218-1709.

Remember, it’s always beachtime at Lahaina!

-Barb

This is the second of 10 Ways a Property Manager Can Maximize Your Investment which can be downloaded for FREE from our eBook library.

The best advertisement for a rental property is a client who returns and recommends the property or area.

An experienced property manager works to match the client with the right property and location for the perfect fit.

This means getting to know the client’s lifestyle and expectations as well as the amenities and activities they want close by.

They will also keep on top of trends in the vacation rental industry including tracking pricing in other markets to ensure that your property is generating optimal income and is in line with a client’s expectations.

If you’re in need of a property manager for your vacation rental, please call us at 1-866-218-1709 or read our commitment to owners to learn how we can help you.

It’s always beachtime at Lahaina!

-Barb