I have used VRBO with excellent results, as long as I go thru the website to deal with the owners! I got taken when the site in England was hacked.... Always go thru the owners section, be sure you talk to the owner and ask specific questions ...how far is it to the nearest market, what is next door....if you dont get an answer, or someone wants cash for a huge discount....contact Homeaway immediately. All other rentals thru VRBO have been great and exactly as advertised!