booking through the website

So, I need a room for a few nights in Sept. and I noticed that the White Sale at thebeachloversbeach.com has some coupons for 25% off any stay at Emerald Beach, The Majestic Towers, and Long Beach. I know most people swear by vrbo.com (I%26#39;ve used it too), but I am curious if anyone has rented directly through these places websites. If so, what are their policies on the 200.00 dep. Can you get it back when you leave or do they mail it. Are there any additional fees they try to charge you with once you get there? They have some great rates with the discount, so they are on my list for now.

booking through the website

I have rented through Long Beach Resort before and all I can say is STAY AWAY! My experience was a few years ago, but when we arrived the condo was not on the range of floors we requested, had full size beds instead of the queen beds advertised, and was filthy. The unit had obviously not been cleaned at all, and the previous occupants had left trash all over the floor.

After arguing with the crew in the office for an hour, we were allowed to look at other units and we looked at two more before we found one clean enough to stay in. The beds were still the wrong size but we were stuck because no other units were available.

Just my experience for what it is worth.

booking through the website

I rented a one bedroom condo at Long Beach a couple of years ago online. When I got there, they charged me for a 2 bedroom condo which we did not need. The girl was very rude, but finally found us a one bedroom. There were numerous problems with the condo-a leak in the bathroom, sliding doors that didn%26#39;t work, etc. We called about the bathroom leak and they sent someone up who said he fixed it, but it still leaked. My husband called the front desk and asked where the ice machine was and the girl told him Circle K across the street. When we checked out, we still had a hassle over the bill and the new girl said she couldn%26#39;t figure out what in the world they had done. Needless to say, we never stayed there again even though they have a very nice pool. My sister in law rented one from them online and when they arrived there were no sheets on the bed. They told them they couldn%26#39;t help them because housekeeping had left for the day. They had to go to Wal-Mart and buy sheets! I would just be cautious if I rented online and call ahead to make sure they got the reservation right.

When we stay at LB we book directly from the owner that we found thru vrbo a few yrs ago. We have never had any problems what so ever. Pretty nice guy and the cleaning crews have let us in early on occassion. I think it is like everywhere you have watch who you rent from.