How close is it to the beach? Can I move in before Memorial Day weekend? Is there a bedroom for the nanny? If you’re looking for that perfect summer rental in the Hamptons, you naturally have a number of questions in mind. In your quest to land the property that suits all your needs, however, you just might overlook something essential you need to know, whether it’s about who’ll be taking care of the lawn, where’s the nearest four-star restaurant or when you can start to party. With summer rentals all the rage right now, this week our roundtable of local experts answer the query…
What are some key factors that prospective renters should be considering as they look for summer property on the East End?
“Does it have enough room for you for sleeping/entertaining? How much time will you spend in the home? If you and guests come out and stay at poolside and eat at home every night, then the home is probably more important than the location. Explain your usage and wants to your realtor as in depth as possible—forgetting to mention a nanny or that grandma can’t do stairs or that you have four Irish Wolfhounds will make it a longer process.”—Maz Crotty, Licensed Real Estate Salesperson, Nest Seekers International