What is self catering accommodation
In a nutshell, self-catering accommodation refers to a property that provides the necessary facilities for guests to cater (i.e., cook) for themselves. It might be a holiday cottage, house, apartment, country mansion, or something a little quirkier, like a tree-house, yurt, or even a boat.
What is a self-contained accommodation?
A self-contained unit of accommodation is one that has a kitchen (or cooking area), bathroom and toilet for the exclusive use of the household living within the unit. If occupants need to leave the unit to access any of these amenities, the unit is not self-contained.
What are the characteristics of self-catering accommodation?
The unit should feature a fully equipped kitchen to accommodate the maximum number of people (including a fridge, a stove, cutlery, crockery, cooking utensils, and cleaning equipment). The kitchen should be for the exclusive use of the guests and not shared.
What is self-catered?
(Of a holiday) having cooking facilities available so that you can cook meals for yourself rather than having them provided: self-catering apartments/accommodation. A self-catering holiday. You may choose self-catering rather than staying in a Cambridgeshire hotel.
How to Book
There are several ways to search for and book self-catering holiday accommodation. You can go through an agency or an OTA (Online Travel Agency), or search websites such as Kingfisher Properties Cambridge, where you will liaise directly with the owners. Booking your holiday directly with the owner has several benefits. Firstly, hefty commission rates from agencies and OTAs mean you'll likely pay 15% to 25% more than if you booked directly with the owner.
Direct contact with the owner before you book also means you can ask any questions. Getting first-hand information about the property and the surrounding area can help ensure that it has everything you need for your holiday.
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