Paid thru VRBO - Several years ago rented in the Oyster pond area and paid thru bank transfer, dierct thru the owner. Worked out well, but a lot less expensive so I wasn't concerned. Many years ago, early 80's made reservations at Hevea, which I highly recommend by the way, but on that occasion flight was late and we did not get there until after 6:00 only to find that we were considered "no shows" and our unit was rented out. They arranged to move us to Chez Martine across the street and all ended well. However, they were reluctant to return our deposit - they eventually conceded and returned it