I agree I do not see accepting only checks as a red flag for accommodations. I do however prefer be able to pay by credit card. It is much more difficult for Canadians to pay by Check in US funds. Paying by bank transfer from a Canadian bank to a US bank is also costly. I did try that and the US bank charged service fees of $40 for processing through the various banks. Thankfully there was no charge by my Canadian bank. When my payment arrived to the owner, the bank withheld $40 and it was up to me to make up the difference. I have a US Visa card and using it makes everything easier for me. It is nice to see the Horny Toad now accepting credit cards and they have not increased their prices in doing so. Also I noticed a lot of places like the Palms is now accepting credit cards as well to make things easier for their clients. I can only hope that Beachside Villas might change their policy in the future.