Friday, May 27, 2011

Renting Differences Between European & American Property Descriptions

Before signing that dotted line - be mindful of the differences whenever you're renting either in Europe or in America.

First floor & Second floor:
The two is the same when you are renting in the US (multi-storey property).

Bedrooms:
Ask for the total number of actual bedrooms. A listing that says "sleeps eight" may mean it includes foldout couches in common areas.

Bed Size:
Twin, full, queen and king beds are American distinctions that don't always apply in Europe. Ask bed size in centimeters and compare it with US sizes. For example, a king size measures 198 by 203 cms.

Bathrooms:
Clarify whether bathrooms are half baths (sometimes called "WC") or full baths with a shower and tub.

Layout:
Get the specifics particularly in older properties. Bedrooms are sometimes reachable only through other bedrooms.

Privacy:
Ask whether you'll be sharing amenities with other guests such as the pool.

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