Situated in Southwestern Utah, St. George is a scenic recreational and vacation spot with mild winters and balmy summer. There are several national parks near it as well as Championship level golf courses. It truly has something for everyone to enjoy. From a relaxing game of golf, a walk among nature, camping, hiking, horseback riding, to shopping at world-renowned brands.

Where to Stay While Vacationing in St. George, Utah

The obvious answer might be to stay at a hotel. But there is a better option. Namely, resort vacation rentals.

It doesn’t necessarily have to be a resort that you rent. You can rent pretty much any kind of residential property, sub-urban homes, apartments, or condos. 

Some of the benefits of renting resort vacation properties St George instead of checking into a hotel are:

• Access to private amenities like pools;
• More rooms and space for everyone to be comfortable;
• A kitchen for you to cook your own meals (much more cost-effective than eating at a restaurant every time);
• You can cater to the special needs of a family member;
• Pets are mostly allowed;
• Gardens or other play areas for kids (and adults who want to play).

Things to consider before renting 

• The best vacation homes are always snatched up early and are sometimes booked as early as six months in advance, so you should definitely start your search early.
• Consult multiple sources before choosing a property. You may get better deals on different websites.
• Read the whole renting contract before signing it. Look for any hidden charges and understand who needs to pay for the various utilities and services.
• Once you have found a perfect place for you and your loved ones to vacation in, you may find the prices to be a huge chunk of your vacation budget. So don’t hesitate and remember that you can always negotiate with the property owner or manager. They might lower the prices a little or waive of charges for some utilities. The worse that can happen is that you pay the listed price.
• Don’t forget to include the deposit while considering the cost of renting. It might be a large non-refundable amount so it is better to take a trip cancellation insurance for any last-minute cancellation.
• Best vacation rentals provide housekeeping for the property as well. However, it might not be the case for all properties. So ask the manager which party has to bear the housekeeping responsibilities.
• For any damages, during your stay, you would be liable and the amount would be deducted from the deposit fee. To be safe from any undue claims, you should take photographs of the property when moving in, better if the manager is with you while photographing.

Websites for finding Utah’s best vacation rentals

Some of the best and reliable properties to look for the perfect rental property for you are:

• Airbnb
• HomeAway
• VRBO
• Booking.com
• TripAdvisor
• Homestay.com
• One fine stay

The top rental properties in St. George, Utah are listed on multiple websites. The prices on these websites may vary depending on their internal pricing policies, so be sure to check them all.

Questions You Should Ask Before Renting

• If any problem arises, how would they be handled? In case of emergency situations, such as a burst pipe, blown fuse, etc., whom could you contact? 
• What does the quote you’re given means? What are the services and utilities it covers? What additional fees will you be required to be paid for utilities, cleaning the property, WiFi, use of linens, etc? Extra fees and hidden charges add significantly to the cost of the rental. These should be sorted out before the deal is finalized.
• Is the rent for the property as a whole or it depends on the number of people staying. Most of the quotes are for the properties, however, in some cases, it might be on per person basis.
• The exact location of the property and the extent of it. Owners are often wont to exaggerate about the proximity of the property to the important landmarks. Also, ask if the pools, clubhouses, etc., are private property or shared with neighbors.
• You should also ask about the items within the house. Do not assume the availability of any items, even if you consider them as basics. Ask the landowner about the items that would be available, if they miss any specific item, do not hesitate to ask specifically.
• While it is amazing to be able to view the property before signing the agreement, it is not always possible. However, ask if you can get a video of the property or the plan for it. It will enable you to understand the property and plan room allotments and such beforehand. You wouldn’t have to do that once on the vacation.
• Most importantly, you are renting the property to have a private vacation with your loved ones. So be sure to ask about the level of privacy that you will be able to enjoy.

With these tips, you would be able to find the best rental property to make your vacation truly memorable. Be respectful towards the property and leave it in the same or better condition than you found it.