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Looking for a place to get away? Let me show you how simple (and fun!) it can be to find your perfect vacation rental using VRBO.

Searching for the perfect vacation rental can be a daunting task, especially if you have specific wants and needs. Whether you know exactly where you want to go or are looking for someplace new, VRBO (formally known as HomeAway) is the best resource out there to help plan your vacation. I’m here to show you how simple using VRBO is to find your dream vacation rental.

What is VRBO?

VRBO

is the most popular vacation rental site in the US with more than 2 million vacation rentals in 190 countries. You can find cabins, condos, villas, barns, houses, farmhouses, and even castles!

How to Search

Using the VRBO search engine is easy. Simply type in where you want to go, your arrival and departure dates (if known) and number of guests. Hit the search button and VRBO will provide you with a list of possible rentals. Next, you can add in more filters to find exactly what you’re looking for. For example, if you’re looking for a house on the beach with a private pool your filters will look like this:

Hit the blue “See 74 Results” button to search possible options and you will see listings that look like those below.

When you click on the house you’re looking at, you will be provided with more information and pictures describing the property. Information includes rates and availability, an overview of the property, reviews, and a map of the surrounding area.

As the needs of our family change, I have always been able to find exactly what I’m looking for using VRBO. Our next vacation rental on Hatteras Island for 18 people is on the water, has 6 bedrooms, an elevator, 5 bathrooms, and is pet-friendly (a must have!). Thanks to VRBO, I was able to find a house that is perfect for our family in no time at all. The hardest part was deciding which property to choose. Check out our rental here.

Recommended Places to Stay

Looking for more ideas on where to stay? Click on the links below to find recommended places to stay in Destin, Dauphin Island, Gatlinburg, and Myrtle Beach.

• The Best Reasons to Visit Gatlinburg in the Spring

• Plan your Myrtle Beach Vacation

• Ideas to Help Plan your Destin Vacation

• Dauphin Island is THE Perfect Low-Key Beach Getaway

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Tips

When thinking about your next vacation, plan at least 6 months ahead of time if possible to give yourself plenty of options to choose from. If you have an opportunity to get away at the last minute, you can often find last-minute deals that will save you money. Download the free app on your phone to plan, search and book your next vacation. If you plan on renting your vacation home, check-out my Vacation Rental Packing List so you have everything you need before heading out the door. I hope that you have found this post helpful in planning your next vacation. If you have a favorite place to stay, share in the comments below. I’d love to hear from you! Safe travels my friend!