Tell us your Point A and we’ll help you discover all the heavenly Point B’s within driving distance. Whether you’re a first time renter or you’re simply up for a game of cottage country roulette, we’ll point you in the right direction.
This crafty cottage project from Nice Package Blog makes the perfect party favor, event invitation, or simply a great gift that will brighten a fellow cottage lover’s day.
So far, we’ve pieced together the founding principles of holiday rentals: listing your property, setting your rates, and marketing your rental. Now, it’s time to turn your attention to CottageCountry.com’s tips and tricks for turning inquiries into bookings, a.k.a. closing the big deal.
You can have the greatest property available for rent on the face of the planet, but if no one knows about it then it doesn’t matter! This installment of Rentals 101 is a crash course in using online marketing to effectively connect with travelers. Continue Reading
A vital part of any property owner’s or manager’s marketing strategy is the listing he or she builds on a holiday rental website. It is the first line of communication with travelers, so building a listing that stands out and makes a lasting impression is the name of the game. Your listing is your “elevator pitch” to potential renters, so make it count. Continue Reading
Once you have decided to open up your home to travelers, one of the first matters of business is establishing a rental rate. There is somewhat of a science to setting the ‘right’ rate, and the folks at CottageCountry.com – Canada’s holiday rental experts – are here to walk you through the process. Continue Reading
Why leave your second home vacant when you can easily list it as a holiday rental? Let your rental income pay your second home mortgage. Continue Reading
Cottage Confidential: a behind-the-scenes look at modern-day pioneers and their connection to cottage country. Cottage country is more than a travel destination: it is deeply embedded in Canadian culture and its societal significance makes it a great topic for conversation.
This month we humbly chat with the creme-de-la-creme of cottage country, the legendary Les Stroud. Continue Reading
They say size doesn’t matter, but what if we told you you could get a 2,000 square foot home (yes, an entire house) for half of what you normally pay for a hotel room? Holiday rentals are an average of 5X larger and half as expensive as hotel rooms, and not only is the cost leaner, but the choice is greener.
Canadians, let your love affair with holiday rentals begin. Continue Reading
From ice hockey to ice sculptures, cottage country is very much alive in the dead of winter. Canadians may not live in igloos (contrary to popular belief), but they’re serious champions of icy activities nonetheless. While December was disconcertingly balmy, January is showing us the snow and with ample white stuff all about town there is an array of winter activities to add to your January agenda. Continue Reading
