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Get to know your neighbors

Most vacation home owners don’t live near their vacation home and therefore must rely on outside help. For most, the local property manager is there to maintain the grounds, remove trash and deal with renter problems. A good property management company will also provide many other services such as a plumber, electrician, housekeeper, carpenter and pool maintenance guy.

Giving an extra house key to your local rep (Hidden Valley Foundation) may save the day. With a list of service people to contact from while at home, the vacation homeowner can quickly and efficiently provide for any vacationer issue. Be sure to post your phone numbers prominently, by the phone or on the refrigerator. I also recommend leaving any important emergency numbers.

The best property management company I have found locally is Mountain Resort Properties. They will hand out your keys, clean your unit and deal with any issues that may arise. I also recommend getting to know the staff at the Hidden Valley foundation. The foundation can be a great resource in times of need.

You can also meet a lot of local owners and neighbors at the Hidden Valley Foundation meetings. For more information check out there website.

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Furnishing Your Vacation Home

There are many local stores that cater to the mountain home look. Lots of wood and animal heads, some are really nice and others are out of control. When you’re furnishing your Hidden Valley Resort vacation rental, it’s usually most effective to pay extra for durability and quality. Tough furniture will withstand the rigors of rentals far longer than low-cost alternatives. Carpeting should be carefully selected for ‘heavy use’ and pre-treated for stain resistance.

The higher cost of durability is usually recovered in labor saved chasing down replacements, longer product life, and in quality-related goodwill and return bookings of your rental clients. Yards sales can also lead to some great furnishing finds. Remember that your home will have to stand up to people of all size. Also think about how many beds you can fit in. The more beds the better in my experience.

Also consider buying the old furnishing from the past owner. We got our home totally furnished for $2000 extra on the sale price. Now we did replace a lot of it but much is still in use. Having the place furnished from the start also allows you to rent your unit out from day one.

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Stay in touch with your renter’s

Most people that visit Hidden Valley return the following year. It has been my experience that most families go on vacation in the same area year after year. The beginning of the season is a perfect time to touch base with former renters and those who have inquired about your property in the past. Send them a brief email updating them on your property’s new amenities, availability rates, special local events for the coming year, etc. Don’t forget to include updated contact phone numbers, email addresses and web page addresses (URL) of your property.

Getting your renters to come back every year is a very easy thing to do. But you must still give them reasons why to return. One way to keep them coming is to promote the resort itself. If someone came last winter tell them about this winters ski deals. Let them know about the local snowmobile clubs and the great tubing park. It is also a good idea to offer them deals for booking early. My family deals to anyone that refers another renter to us. Network, Network, Network.

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Vacation Home Security Ideas.

Think carefully about the security of your Hidden Valley vacation rental. Most police departments or local security companies will watch your vacation home, free of charge. Provide them a written schedule of expected occupancy. Paying a neighbor or relative to check your property is also a good solution. Make sure your newspapers are not piling up outside your front door. .

Always lock all doors and windows, Put a light and TV on a timer to create the illusion of occupancy. Consider buying a hotel safe. They can be found for less than a $100 and will give your renters the peace of mind they deserve.

Owners closets are also a good idea. pick one or two closets in your house and put a pad lock on them. These closets will keep your personal ideas safe while you are away. My family keeps our skis and snow gear in them. These closets can also be used to store food and bathrooms supplies.

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Make your rental stand out from the crowd

With a little thought you can add a few extras that will cause renters to choose your rental over others at the resort. Examples include a really large chilly pot, a DVD player, or perhaps setting up a mini-office with fax machine and Internet access.

You should add as many extras as you can afford, and you should be sure to mention them all in your rental property’s advertisements. The best place to find these ideas are at the local yard sales. Because Hidden Valley does not have a video rental store I recommend have a small collection of movies for your guests.

Some ideas

• Computer with internet access
• DVD/VCR Player
• Old Stereo
• Firewood
• Well Stocked Kitchen
• Extra Battery’s for remotes
• Extra Light bulbs
• Fire Starters
• Book, Books, and more Books
• Local Phone Tree
• Dog Bowls

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The Mt. Spa at Hidden Valley

Even the name sounds inviting, The Mt. Spa at Hidden Valley. It brings to mind a quiet place and a happy time, where everything is beautiful. The reality is very close to the fantasy the name instills. The Mt. Spa at Hidden Valley is nestled in the picturesque mountains of Hidden Valley, Pennsylvania and is the prefect locale for that special retreat to refresh the mind, body and the soul.

The Mt. Spa at Hidden Valley offers a full array of treatments to soothe you from head to toe, from a relaxing Swedish massage to ease away the tension or a soothing pedicure to wash a way the toils of the day, right down to a full day of beauty that includes a facial, manicure, pedicure, massage treatment and more. They even offer wraps and a wonderful romantic special for you and your special someone. Whatever you need the Mt. Spa at Hidden Valley has it all.

The benefits of massage are great and too numerous to mention all of the rewards, but some include an increase in circulation and a decrease of blood pressure and perhaps, most importantly, it just feels wonderful.

The Mt. Spa at Hidden Valley is the prefect choice for that little extra pampering we all deserve from time to time.

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Top Ten Differences between Hidden Valley Resort and Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing

It has come to our attention that the name “Hidden Valley Resort” is causing a certain degree of confusion. Apparently, some folks have been going to the supermarket to look for the resort. In the interest of clarity, we offer these tips to help avoid potential embarrassment.

The top ten differences between Hidden Valley Resort and Hidden Valley Ranch dressing:

1. Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing is great with vegetables. Hidden Valley Resort is great for vegetating.
2. Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing is creamy on salads. At Hidden Valley Resort, you can get creamed on the ski slope.
3. Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing comes in bottles and jars. Hidden Valley Resort has bottles in bars.
4. Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing mix comes in a packet. At Hidden Valley Resort, your meeting will be packed.
5. Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing is rich. At Hidden Valley Resort, so are you.
6. Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing comes in lots of flavors. Hidden Valley Resort offers a lot of variety.
7. Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing makes a great marinade. At Hidden Valley Resort, you can marinate in the spa.
8. Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing is smooth on your salad. At Hidden Valley Resort, you can be smooth on the golf course.
9. Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing makes a good dip. At Hidden Valley Resort, you can take a good dip in the pool.
10. Hidden Valley Ranch Dressing is spicy. Hidden Valley Resort will spice up your life.

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Mountain Boarding at Hidden Valley

Learn to Mountain Board

Plenty of excitement is stirring at Hidden Valley resort in Pennsylvania with the arrival of mountain boarding. Many outdoor sport enthusiasts compare mountain boarding to snowboarding, but honestly, nothing is like mountain boarding because you can easily learn to ride on dirt, grass and rock. Hard packed dirt, damp dirt, wet dirt or even sloppy, wet dirt the mountain board swerves and turns with you in complete control. Sure it’s an extreme sport, but mountain boarding offers a keen ride that other substances never offer. At Hidden Valley resort in Pennsylvania you’ll find extensive trails where you can take your mountain board with the wheels under your feet, as you move and shift like your whole way of life is taking place right now. As one of the few east coast resorts offering full mountain board rental packages this is the place you want to start learning the new craze of mountain boarding.

Hidden Valley resort in Pennsylvania trails offers the best terrian for mountain boarding from beginners to the most advance crazed mountain boarders in the east coast area. Hidden Valley trails starts you on an adventure of conquering the dirt, grass and rock surfaces. Bring your own equipment or rent pads and helmets from the resort. Mountain boarding sets you apart from other extreme sports as you carve tracks on the trail in the sunny summer weather creating a playground unlike any other. Mountain Boarders ride the trails from sunrise to sunset starting from top of the trails to the bottom, and then back to the top of the trails again. Hidden Valley resort at Pennsylvania trails are available daily. Remember it’s an extreme sport, so wear the right gear that includes the helmet and special padding. Sure you’ll race your mountain board down on dirt, grass and rock; but you’ll also hit an ecstasy. Be ready for any terrain surprises because every nano second you will truly grip the mountain board rush. Find out why east coasters are coming to Hidden Valley resort in Pennsylvania to ride the best trails where you get plenty of turns, swerves and freestyle rush as you ride the mountain board to bottom this summer!