When you're demoing a kitchen, bathroom, or your whole house, you may need to find another place to stay temporarily. As you choose the best place to sleep while your home is off-limits, you should start by asking yourself a few questions:
We have compiled a list of short term options available to those who need to be out of their homes due to remodels or other types of construction. This list has a wide variety of places to stay so there is something for every need and budget.
When you’re looking for a short term or long term place to stay, Airbnb is a wonderful option. Airbnb is connects homeowners with people who need of a space to stay. Available rental accommodations range from a single room in the host’s home to entire houses. There are also more eclectic options such as houseboats, treehouses, or even castles. Due to the wide array of lodging options, there is also a large range of prices for just about every budget.
VRBO is similar to Airbnb. Homeowners can list their houses for short-term rentals. The biggest difference between the two sites is VRBO only allows listings of entire homes; there are fewer rentals available. Like Airbnb, the website still has an array of accommodations to fit most people’s needs and budgets. In many cases, the same rental will be listed on both Airbnb and VRBO. The price of the same rental may be different on each site due to listing fees, Check both websites for the best deal
Renting an RV gives you the flexibility of being able to move your living space from one location to another. If you have room, you can park the RV on your own property. You could also stay at a local RV park or campground. If you are not doing the construction yourself, you can take this opportunity to travel across the country. There are numerous sizes and types of RVs, so you can find something that suits your needs.
Setting up a tent and camping in the great outdoors is another option for lodging while your home is under construction. Staying at a campground is a way to save money and connect with nature. Campgrounds can range from very rustic to extremely luxurious. Some have minimal facilities and others have various amenities such as showers and laundry for guests.
Corporate housing is a temporary lodging solution where you can rent a fully furnished home, condominium, or apartment. The average stay in corporate housing is two to three months. You typically have the same amenities that you have at home, including a TV, internet, a full kitchen, and a washer and dryer. Other amenities may include a pool, fitness center, laundry services, and housekeeping services.
Websites such as nomador.com, housesitter.com, and trustedhousesitter.com match homeowners with house sitters who will stay in their homes while they are on vacation. If you can find a person in your area who needs his or her house watched during the time that you need a place to stay, you might even be paid to stay there! Keep in mind these accommodations often require pet sitting. If furry friends are not your thing, house-sitting might not be for you.
Extended stay hotels differ from a normal hotels. They cater to people who will stay for longer than just a few nights. Extended stay hotels usually offer amenities a typical hotel might not have including laundry facilities, kitchens, and other features to make them more comfortable for someone staying a long period of time.
If you are lucky enough to have close friends or relatives living nearby, you may also have the option of crashing on their couch or in a spare bedroom. It’s inexpensive (or free) and provides the added benefit of spending time with your loved ones. The downfall is not having space of your own.
The best option for short term rentals depends on your situation and how much you want to spend. If you're the outdoorsy type, camping or RV rentals would be the perfect option for you. If you want to relax and forget about the stresses of your housing project, Airbnb or an extended stay hotel may be the best short term housing choice for you.
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