Affordable Rental Villas Throughout the Caribbean

While images of glamorous couples lounging on a sun-splashed Caribbean beach always look so inviting, wintertime prices of Caribbean hotels are forbiddingly expensive. Just about this time of year, though, Caribbean prices plummet, not just on hotels, but on villas and apartments too.

Why the drop in prices? It's called the "off-season," but summer temperatures are lower than in many U.S. cities and the only thing "off" is the prices. What this means in practical terms is that even a large family can afford a villa on one of the Caribbean islands in Rentalo.com's online directory of vacation rentals.

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Rentalo offers a comprehensive inventory that appeals to both leisure and business travelers - some 200,000 properties in the Caribbean, U.S., Europe, Mexico, Canada and around the world includes hotels, inns, lodges and bed and breakfasts in addition to vacation rental villas, condos and apartments.

Caribbean Rental Villas for Summer and Fall 2008

Aqua Bliss Villa, Barbados

In a quiet, palm-lined cul-de-sac in the Sunset Crest area of Barbados's "Platinum Coast," this lovely villa has three bedrooms, three baths and sleeps six plus a baby (a crib and high chair are available). There's a full-sized pool and the house is only a five-minute walk from white sandy beaches where many water sports are available. The living area opens out to a shaded veranda with a table and chairs and views over the pool and landscaped garden-perfect for al fresco dining. The bedrooms are air-conditioned and the kitchen is fully-equipped. The rent, until December 14, is $1,838 a week. For more info, go here.

Villa Del Sol, Dominican Republic

A gorgeous villa in Cofresi, Dominican Republic, which has the best beach on the North Coast, is just 13 miles from the Puerto Plata airport. Included in the rental are the services of a cook/maid/housekeeper, who will prepare meals and teach the kids some Spanish. The house has four bedrooms, three baths and sleeps eight. The beautiful rooftop galleria is the center of life from breakfast to drinks at sunset time. And the picture-book beach, 100 yards away, is a palm-lined, horseshoe-shaped cove that's almost a mile long. The amazing price, from May 1 to August 31, is only $770 a week for four and $15 for each individual person and 13% tax. For information, go here.

Chez Nous Villa, Jamaica

This cozy villa is located in Montego Bay's Ironshore villa community, conveniently near the airport, beaches, golf courses, restaurants and nightlife. Included in the rental is an attentive staff of two who ensure guests' comfort. The master bedroom has a.king-sized bed and private bath; the other bedrooms each have twin-sized beds and share a bath. All are fully air-conditioned. A beautiful swimming pool is surrounded by a garden full of fruit trees and tropical flowers. Hiking, golf, tennis, fishing and horseback riding are just some of the nearby activities. The price for six people is $900 a week from May to November. For information, go here.

Hacienda Margarita, Puerto Rico

With four bedrooms and two-and-a-half baths, this luxurious Puerto Rico vacation rental sleeps 10, welcomes children and is perfect for a big family. Located in a gated and secure community with beautiful homes, a swimming pool and tennis courts, it is near the spectacular palm-lined Luquillo Beach and has a fabulous view of the Caribbean Sea and the famous El Yunque Rain Forest. It is also close to golf courses and shopping and close enough to go sightseeing for the day in Old San Juan. From July 1 to November 30, the weekly rent is $1,200. For information, go here.

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