Found us on VRBO? Book Shenandoah Yurt directly and save the 12% service fee. Pay with Bitcoin, Venmo, or installments. Get 10% returning guest discount.
| Book Direct | VRBO | |
|---|---|---|
| Booking Fees | 0% | ~12% |
| Best Rate | Best rate guarantee, no middleman markup | Marked up to cover platform commissions |
| Payment Methods | Card, Bitcoin, Zelle, Venmo, ACH, Cash App | Credit cards + PayPal only |
| Payment Protection | Direct payment to host | Escrow until 24h post check-in |
| Emergency Support | 1hr avg. response, direct to decision-makers | 24/7 call center (but platform-mediated) |
| Buy Now, Pay Later | Yes (Affirm, Klarna installments) | No |
| Guest Discounts | 10% returning guest, 7% teacher/senior/military | None (platform keeps the savings) |
| Liability Insurance | Comprehensive host insurance | AirCover up to $3M liability |
| Account Required | No account needed, no spam, no data mining | Account required, travel data collected |
| Host Cancellation | Established host, 452+ reviews, 0 host cancellations in the past 5 years | Replacement booking if host cancels |
| Guest Support | Direct contact with local hosts 24/7 | Call center, platform-mediated support |
| Flexibility | Easy changes, personalized arrangements | Rigid policies, standardized options |
| Guest Feedback | Private feedback direct to hosts | Public reviews only, fear of retaliation |
Benefits of Booking Direct
Save 12-15%
No platform service fees added to your booking
More Payment Options
Bitcoin, Venmo, Zelle, ACH, and Buy Now Pay Later
Returning Guest Perks
10% discount plus teacher/senior/military savings
Direct Communication
Message hosts directly, no middleman delays
The Verdict
Booking directly saves 12% instantly, unlocks payment options VRBO doesn't offer (Bitcoin, Venmo, Zelle, installments), and gets you returning guest discounts. Platforms win on escrow protection and 24/7 call centers, but with established hosts like us, you get faster response times and direct access to decision-makers.
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