FAQ
Making A Reservation
When you find the vacation home of your choice, you can either reserve the property online or speak with a member of our Reservations Team at 941.877-5588. When making your reservation, all we require is a 20% deposit that is a non-refundable deposit, which is applied to your rental cost. The remaining balance is processed 60 days prior to check-in and is non-refundable at that point. Please note if the final payment falls on a Saturday, Sunday, or a holiday it will be charged the last business day prior to your final payment date. Guests are welcome to make payments with Visa, Master Card, or Discover credit cards and personal or certified checks.
Yes, the total includes taxes, the cleaning fee and processing fee.
Yes, we rent the specific property you see in full detail on our website. We believe that this is the best way to ensure you will be happy with your accommodations.
Yes, everything you see in the property photos is exactly as you will experience it when you check in.
Yes. After your initial 20% deposit, you can make payments up until 60 days before check-in, when the balance on your reservation is due. To make payments, you can contact our Front Desk Coordinator at 941.782.1559.
• Dedicated Guest Services Team available before, during and after your stay
• Free Wi-Fi in every home
• Homes are professionally cleaned and maintained
• Our homes are situated near world-class beaches, shopping and dining.
Please inquire within if you are traveling with groups. 941.877.5588
Only one discount/special can be applied to each reservation unless otherwise specified. Offers are not valid the week of a holiday unless otherwise specified. Holiday dates apply the weeks and the days surrounding New Year’s, Easter and Christmas.
Check-in time is after 4 p.m. Since we want to ensure everything is in good working order to make your stay enjoyable, please note that you will have access to your property at that time. Upon request, an early check-in may be arranged based on availability. An additional fee of $50 will apply to receive an early check-in to guarantee availability. Again, to ensure that everything is pleasant and enjoyable for those arriving after your departure, we ask that you please depart the property at the specified check out time for your destination on the date of your check out. Checkout time: 10AM Upon request, a late check out may be arranged based on availability. Note: An additional fee of $50 will apply to secure a late check out.
There is a required ARDI Fee for each reservation. The charge is $55.00 plus tax. Accidental Rental Damages to Rental Property: Accidental rental damage protection (ARDI) is included for any damages or accidents, subject to exclusions and limitations that occur to the premises during your rental period up to $1,500. Any damage or accident that is not covered under the policy will be the responsibility of the guest. The Company reserves the right to pursue the client for any repairs or expenses not covered by ARDI.
Cancellations must be confirmed in writing to cancellations@gcvacationrentals.com. The 20% rental reservation deposit is non-refundable and cancellations made within 60 days or less of arrival will result in loss of all monies.
All confirmation and arrival instructions will be sent via email, unless email is unavailable. To make certain you receive these emails, please adjust your spam filter to add the domain sales@gcvacationrentals.com to your list of accepted email addresses. You will receive a reservation confirmation email within 24 hours of making your reservation. Expect a second email with final confirmation and arrival instructions after your final payment has been applied to the reservation, 60 days from arrival. Door codes and directions will be sent within 1 hour before your arrival. If you have not received these emails and you have adjusted your spam filters, please contact our Guest Services Team at 941.782.1559.
Travel insurance is available, to learn more contact us at 941.877.5588.
After you make a reservation
Yes. If you leave something behind on your visit and we find it, we can arrange to have it shipped back to you. For more details, contact our Guest Services Team at 941.782.1559.
Upon check out we ask that you please refer to the house rules page within your packet. Failure to complete some of these tasks could result in an additional charge. • Strip beds and begin wash cycle for sheets first
• Load and start dishwasher
• Bag any lose trash and refrigerator items in garbage bag and place in garbage can
• Clean BBQ if used
• Stow pool toys tidily in garage
• Ensure pool baby barrier is in place
• Turn off lights and fans
• Return Air Conditioning to 78F
• Lock doors
• Return all keys, garage door openers and passes to the office
Vacation Home Information
Occupancy may not exceed what is posted for each home, town home or condo. Maximum occupancy includes infants and children. You can find the maximum occupancy listed on the property page for each individual property.
Minimum of basic cable provided. If it is possible and you want to upgrade you can do so for a fee.
For homes with a pool and/or a spa, Gulf Coast offers pool and spa heat at an additional charge with any applicable reservation. Pool heat is $25/ per day plus tax. Community pools are heated when the temperature dictates the need.
We do have selected properties that accept pets. An additional nonrefundable pet fee does apply at a charge of $200 against any potential damages and additional cleaning at the end of your stay. Please refer to our list of pet friendly homes. https://gcvacationrentals.com/rentals/category/pet-friendly-homes
All of our vacation homes, town homes and condos have air conditioning and heat.
Yes, every vacation home, town home and condo has a fully equipped kitchen. For more details of what you can expect click on our inventory guide.
No, there is not a telephone at every vacation home, townhome or condo. Availability is strictly up to the owner of the home. If there is a telephone at the property, local calls are free and long distance calls may require a calling card or credit card number for usage. The telephone number to the property will be provided upon arrival.
Yes, there are linens and towels provided in each home. All bedding is provided, towels, and beach towels are supplied.
No, our homes are cleaned before your arrival and after your departure. You can request a mid-stay clean at an additional charge. A mid-stay clean includes washing all sheets and towels, cleaning the bathrooms and kitchen area, vacuuming and dusting, sweeping and mopping, and refreshing your starter paper products.
We do not leave any chemicals in the home but there is a mop, broom, dustpan, vacuum, iron and ironing board in the property. At the very minimum your vacation home will be equipped with the following: • Bed linens and pillows
• Bathroom towels and beach towels
• Private and optionally heated pool on pool homes
• Cable or satellite TV
• TV in Lounge and Master Bedroom
• Washer/Dryer
• Garage and/or off road parking
• 1 Roll of toilet paper in each bathroom and starter trash bags
• Fully equipped kitchen including: Stove/Range, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Microwave, Toaster, Blender, Electric, Kettle, Coffee Maker, Iron and Board, Vacuum, and Mop/Bucket/Broom
Additional supplies or replenishments will be the responsibility of the guest.
Yes, all of our properties are non-smoking.
If you and your group will be arriving with more than two vehicles, or any oversized vehicles, please call our Guest Services Team in advance of your arrival to inquire about the parking availability for the home you have rented. Also, please inform any guests who might be visiting for the day or evening that parking is very limited. Typically, parking is not available at the properties for RVs, buses or trailers. Please contact our Reservations or Guest Services teams if you need to make specific parking arrangements.
Our vacation homes across the Gulf Coast of Florida are rated as 5, 4 or 3-Star properties based on their size, location and the deŽcor and amenities they offer. 5-Star vacation homes are the most luxurious selection of homes that All Star offers. These beautiful homes feature amenities such as spacious floor plans, large private pools and state-of-the-art electronics like: large flat-screen HDTVs, deluxe home theaters, high-tech game rooms, the latest video game systems, computers or tablets with Wi-Fi Internet access and more. Additional deluxe amenities like themed bedrooms, formal dining rooms, multiple living areas and specialty dŽecor are available in select 5-Star homes. 4-Star vacation homes include upgraded homes with lush decor plus amenities like private pools and spas many are located in resort communities that feature clubhouses, resort pools and playgrounds and provide choice in-home amenities like game rooms, themed bedrooms, computers and more. 3-Star vacation homes feature amenities like private pools and spas, bedroom suites and fully equipped kitchens all in one value-priced vacation home package. 3-Star homes are available in a variety of floor plans and communities to accommodate your travel needs. Our vacation condos and town homes are also rated 5, 4 and 3-Star based upon size, decor and amenities offered.
About Gulf Coast Vacation Homes
We are not in any way affiliated with timeshares. The homes, town homes and condos are owned by individual investors and we manage them on their behalf. You are never required to sit through a presentation. However, if you are interested in owning a vacation home, we would be happy to discuss it with you.
Gulf Coast Property Management has been in business since 2003 and have established a stellar reputation of offering quality accommodation and unrivaled customer care. We are also affiliated with the following trade and industry associations. • Vacation Rental Managers Association
• National Association of Residential Property Managers
• National Association of Realtors
• Florida Association of Realtors
• Sarasota & Manatee Association of Realtors
• Better Business Bureau of Florida
Yes, we are licensed in Florida as a lodging provider and each home is licensed by the state to be rented as a short-term rental property.
Our office hours are Mon–Fri 9 a.m.—5:30 p.m.
Sat–Sun: 24–Hour Emergency Support Lines
*On–Call PMs Nights & Weekends
We are very experienced with guests arriving late at night or outside of office hours. For your convenience we have a secure lock box outside our office. Details of how to access this lock box will be provided once your balance has been paid.
All of our vacation homes are maintained to a very high standard. We take great pride in our proactive approach to maintenance and this attitude reduces the likelihood of maintenance issues occurring during your stay. That said, issues do occasionally occur and for your peace of mind our maintenance staff are available 24 hours a day, 365 days a year to deal with any eventuality.
Area Attractions
Gulf Coasts vacation homes only a 20-25minute drive to local area beaches and as close as a 10 minute drive to local shops and dining. Only 45-1hour drive to Tampa and about a 2hour drive to Orlando. Each vacation homes property page includes a map indicating its specific location.
Yes, all of our homes are located conveniently to grocery stores, drug stores, retail shops, local eateries, and national restaurant chains.