Emerald Coast By Owner has expanded its rental booking site, highlighting rental-by-owner options that eliminate service fees for budget-conscious travelers.
-- As the expansion announcement explains, major booking platforms tend to charge 10-20% in service fees according to industry analysis, making many high-quality accommodations prohibitively expensive for the average traveler. In the face of this, Emerald Coast By Owner (ECBYO) is positioned as a cost-saving alternative for vacationers seeking rental properties on the Florida Gulf Coast who wish to pay property owners directly according to rental agreements, providing transparent pricing without hidden charges.
More information is available at https://www.emeraldcoastbyowner.com/
While many booking sites advertise themselves as a frictionless alternative to direct booking, industry analysis by The Washington Pos, citing J.D. Power data, t reveals significant displeasure with the current state of the market. Their studies showed that direct booking resulted in better customer service on average, while also virtually eliminating the risk of double bookings or lost reservations, both of which are common on third-party sites.
In line with these findings, ECBYO's model fosters direct owner-guest interaction, allowing travelers to ask specific questions regarding amenities or rental terms and receive instant feedback—benefits often restricted or delayed on third-party platforms. Transparent pricing means guests see the final cost upfront, with no additional charges applied at checkout.
Guests using ECBYO can search and filter properties across the five-state region, view featured listings with ratings and pricing, and contact owners directly through the platform. The marketplace includes deals and specials, property listing features for owners, and travel guides covering destinations from Destin and Gulf Shores to Galveston and South Padre Island.
The announcement also offers some safety guidance to those interested in booking, stating, "Booking a vacation rental by owner is safe when you communicate clearly, review the listing details, and follow the owner’s rental agreement. ECBYO encourages owners to provide accurate descriptions, photos, and policies so you can book with confidence and know what to expect when you arrive."
Since its founding in 2016, the platform has expanded from 350 initial listings to thousands of properties across the Gulf Coast, including Florida (and the Florida Keys), Alabama, Mississippi, Louisiana, and Texas. Those interested in browsing the most recent fee-free listings on the site can do so for free at the link below.
For more details, visit https://www.emeraldcoastbyowner.com
Contact Info:
Name: Joe Godar
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Organization: Emerald Coast By Owner
Address: 15 Todd Point, Destin, Florida 32541, United States
Website: https://www.emeraldcoastbyowner.com
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Release ID: 89182801
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