Comments on: Is Providing Internet Access Worth The Money?

By: Mike

Mike — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 04:12:45 +0000

Nearly 100% of all inquiries we receive demand hi-speed internet. With frequent travelers taking 3-5 vacations a year, it’s understandable that they need to connect when they are traveling.

By: CottageGuru

CottageGuru — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 18:27:13 +0000

@Craig – Like you, I couldn’t be without internet access while on holiday. Sad but true! I can do without TV and even a dishwasher, but would be lost without the connection.

@John – Once you balance the expense against the increase in the potential for rental, I really think it is worthwhile. Here in Ontario in the rural areas most providers offer seasonal connections.

@Amy – That is a great marketing idea – I’m going to add that to some of my listings.

By: Amy

Amy — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 14:05:27 +0000

We have hi-speed internet at our cottage (just the hook up, the renters have to bring their own laptop). I think that it has helped with our 100% occupancy rate this year. There are alot of people who prefer to be connected not only to work but also to family and friends. We have had people tell us that they have filled their digital camera, uploaded the pictures to wal-mart and had the prints waiting for them by the time they return home.
~Amy

By: John

John — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 03:32:08 +0000

Great article! This can become quiet expensive especially if you have multiple units that need internet access. We definitely provide the service in the Peak Season as many will pass on our rentals if we do not provide the internet service. We’re still investigating putting in a high powered wireless router in one central unit (in condo complex) and then the signal can be picked up by the other units. Downside is that we would have to password protect it etc. but if we could save the $40 to $50 monthly on 8 units we would do it? Just a thought if you are in a high density area with multiple units. Dependent on demand during the off season we find it is just best to turn off the service in several units.

By: Craig Mullins

Craig Mullins — Tue, 19 Aug 2008 16:43:13 +0000

It’s something I always think about also.

On one hand most people love to be able to stay connected, on the other my place is in the country & people need to stay away from work and have some great family time…

I probably wouldn’t rent a place without internet myself.

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