Vacation rentals are the fastest growing trend in travel, but have long been popular in many summer vacation spots, for families to enjoy the convenience of an oceanfront cottage, have a perfect summer on the lake, or relax at a mountainside retreat close to outdoor adventures and activities. You may even find rental homes that welcome pets, so you can bring the family dog along! Here are some of the other perks you can enjoy when  renting a vacation property:

• More Amenities - Vacation rentals are often stocked with all of the basics that you use in your daily life, including dishware, cookware, barware, bedding, towels, laundry facilities, indoor/outdoor furniture, BBQ grills, games and entertainment systems. Private hot tubs, pools, fireplaces, and other amenities, such as Wi-Fi, are often included as well.
  
  
• More Space, Better Value – Often for the same price as a standard 20’ x 20’ hotel room, you can book a 2,000+ square foot house. When renting a hotel for a family or group, everyone can stay in separate rooms under the same roof as opposed to paying for multiple hotel rooms, and enjoy added privacy.
  
  
• Location, Location, Location – Vacation rentals can be found nearly anywhere – beachfront, lakeside, on a mountain or in urban areas. In addition to all the property details you need to know, Zonder’s mapping tools allow travelers to see how close a rental is to nearby attractions and activities.
  

Zonder’s most popular summer vacation spots book up well in advance, so be sure to confirm reservations early. Now is a great time to begin searching for accommodations for your summer vacation, start by checking out a few of our most popular summer destinations:

1. Walt Disney World – Florida’s #1 attraction. Vacation rentals in Orlando, Kissimmee, Clermont and Davenport, Florida offer convenience to the theme parks, substantial savings and more space than standard resort rooms. Vacation homes and condos for rent are often located in resort communities which offer many shared amenities such as pools, playground
   s, recreation centers and more.
   
2. Hilton Head Island, South Carolina - Visitors flying into Savannah International Airport (SAV) are not far from the luxurious low country and blissful ocean breezes. Private homes with southern charm, beachfront bungalows and condo rentals convenient to world famous golf courses make this a desirable destination.
   
3. Myrtle Beach South Carolina - Just north of Hilton Head, Myrtle Beach SC is a classic summer spot for families who love relaxing on the beach and taking advantage of all the fun in the sun -  the boardwalk amusement rides, the beach and water activities.
   
4. Lake Tahoe, California - It's not just for winter anymore. Lake Tahoe is as much a summer destination for boating, water sports, fishing, and enjoying the outdoors. Visitors can fly into Reno/Tahoe International Airport (RNO) or Sacramento International Airport (SMF), and make the scenic drive through redwood forests to their Lake Tahoe vacation rental. 
5. Naples & Marco Island, Florida - The southwestern coast of Florida opens up a whole new world to visitors, with gorgeous gulf of Mexico views. Choose from breezy beachside condos, private vacation homes in golf communities and more.
6. San Diego, California - Warm, sunny, and filled with fun activities, this oceanside escape is popular all year round, but at its peak in the summertime. Book now for the most options.

These are just a small sample of places you can take your family next summer. Search Zonder for some of your favorite summer spots including Carribean island getawways, and discover luxurious vacation homes and condos for rent anywhere you want to go.