Whether possible or
not, we are on the path of trying to find something to rent for approximately 4
months next year. How to proceed? Outside the country one option is to use
online services such as VRBO (vacation rental by owner). Many people have used
VRBO with success, but I think you pay a premium for properties. Since we are in
country we have other options available. Local papers, focused on foreigner,
offer several rental listing. Today we viewed one of these.
Over time, a local
Thai has built 17 bungalows. These are built into the mountain and rise up a
steep slope. Options include one bedroom/one bathroom, 2 bedrooms/two
bathrooms, and two storey units with 4 bedrooms and balconies. Most are rented 3
to 4 months per year. We viewed the one empty unit: 2 bedroom/2 bathroom. For 4
months, this unit would rent for 17,000B/month plus electricity and gas, ~ 1,500B/month.
(In total: 18,500B/mo ~ $620 CAD/mo.) This was an interesting option, but we
have others to consider.