Taking the Mystery Out of Finding Vacation Rentals

I know I go on a lot about how a vacation home rental - aka self-catering in the UK and Europe - is a great way to save money, live like a local and have total freedom on a visit to the UK. If you are coming with a few friends or a big family, you just can't beat the savings. And the standards are usually very comfortable.

Even better, it's not too late in the season to find some excellent value deals on vacation home rentals, in good locations, for this summer and early autumn.

But I also think that finding a cottage or cabin to rent in a foreign country is a bit like figuring out the bus schedule in a new city. Where do you begin? How do you find out about vacation homes? Who can you trust?

The best way is to start out with a few good websites. That's where I come in. I've been looking around and checking things out for you:

Where to Find the Best UK Vacation Rentals - And What to Avoid
What to Expect from Self Catering in the UK
Stay in a Castle Without Breaking the Bank
Self-catering Cottages to Rent From the Queen