22 January 2012

Welcome to our January 2012 newsletter. We've sent it to you either because you've been to our website and signed-up to receive it, or because you've previously enquired about one of our rentals, or because you've stayed with us before. If your email system is having problems displaying it properly click here.

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Harley Nott
Coach House Rentals - live like a local
London - Paris - Rome - New York
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Can you help? As our reputation grows and spreads, demand for our rentals increasingly exceeds supply. We need more properties in London, Paris, Rome and New York. If you know someone with an under-used apartment or house in these cities, who maybe would welcome the additional income we could bring them do please point them in our direction.

Warning. We regularly hear of people who have been scammed booking their vacation rental via Craigslist or one of the many listing sites. Sure - you might get a bargain, but while most ads are genuine, the sad fact remains that there are many fraudsters out there and these sites are an ideal environment for them. Play it safe and book with a reputable company. Coach House Rentals has been in business since 2001 and we have had several thousand happy, satisfied clients.

20% off. From 3rd January to 24th February 2012, we are offering a 20% discount on selected London properties for stays of 7 days or more. This means that you can stay in London for a little as £25 ($37.50) per person per night (property ref. WYN).

Tickets for "must-see" spring and summer events. Spring and summer London visitors need to book now for "must-see" events if they don't want to be disappointed. These include The Chelsea Flower Show, The Queen's Birthday Parade (Trooping the Colour), Beating Retreat and performances at The Globe Theatre. Details of how to book for these events are on the newly updated "Plan Your Stay" page of our London web site - www.rentals.chslondon.com.

Tours of the Olympics 2012 venues and sites. With less than six months to go to the Olympic and Paralympic Game, London's Blue Badge Tourist Guides continue to show thousands of visitors around the Olympic Park area. Their Daily Olympic Walk from 11.00am to 1.00pm starts at Bromley-by-Bow underground station (District/Hammersmith and City lines). The cost is £9 for adults and £5 per child – more details at: www.toursof2012sites.com/index.php?pageid=8.

Did you know?
(1) Windsor Castle, the largest and oldest occupied castle in the world, encapsulates 900 years of British History. You can visit the magnificent State Rooms and St Georges Chapel.
(2) Hampton Court Palace. In 1528 Cardinal Wolsey gave Hampton Court Palace to King Henry VIII in a vain attempt to appease the king, who was incensed that Wolsey could not negotiate his divorce. The palace on the River Thames is a magnificent example of Tudor architecture. You can also explore the world-famous Hampton Court maze. More details and a list of 150 other interesting things to do and see at our 151 Things to do in London at http://rentals.chslondon.com/151.htm.

"I love Paris in the springtime." Spring is the classic time to visit this beautiful and glamorous city. The weather is usually warm and balmy, the air is fresh, the trees are decked in fresh green and blossom, and the flowers blooming. Fewer tourists than in the peak summer months also mean shorter lines for the "must-see" attractions such as the Louvre (the world's largest palace housing the world's largest collection of art) and the Musée D'Orsay (once a railway station now host to the electrifying works of the impressionists and post-impressionists).

Have you discovered our useful Paris information pages? 101 Things to do in Paris is a great resource not only for first timers who will find details of all the main attractions, but also for regular visitors who are sure to discover something new. Romantic Paris http://romance.chsparis.com/ is for lovers young and old and will put a twinkle in the eye of any lover - read and discover! Paris for Foodies mainly covers selected Paris food markets http://foodies.chsparis.com/ but also includes a selection of English speaking cooking classes suitable for short-stay Paris visitors.

The saying is that a lifetime is not long enough to see Rome - there is just too much to see. We have taken a few highlights of Rome and things that one should experience in order to get to know and enjoy this remarkable city. It is also a great excuse to keep returning to "the eternal city". Here is a sample of what you will find:

Castel St Angelo - Originally the tomb of the emperor Hadrian. It was erected in 130AD as a mausoleum for himself and his family. The castle later became a stronghold linked to the Vatican Palace. The building is nearly 50m high and Puccini had Tosca hurl herself to her death from the ramparts here.

Museo e Galleria Borghese - The Borghese Gallery is a famous art gallery located in the former Villa Borghese Pinciana. The art collection contained in the gallery is renowned all over Europe. Napoleon even bought a large part of the collection in 1807 and transferred it to the Louvre. After new pieces were added in the 19th century, the collection was bought by the Italian state along with the entire property.

Il Gelato di San Crispino - serves what many consider to be the best ice-cream in Rome! The secret is the makers' obsessive control over the whole process. The flavours on offer change according to what is in season. As cones would interfere with the purity of the product, only tubs are allowed. It also offers exquisite Jamaican coffee. In summer on Fridays and Saturdays it remains open until 1.30am.

You will find these, and another 98 interesting things to see and do in Rome at: 101 Things to do in Rome.

Warning. Short stay apartments in Rome get booked up very early – so act now to secure your rental.

There's nothing like Spring in New York! It's that time of year again, and you know what that means - it doesn't matter if you're uptown or downtown, on the east side or west side, outside is where you want to be! We have a number properties with either private balconies, or access to exclusive rooftop terraces where you can take in the gorgeous views and seasonal weather. This is a very busy time of year, with the Easter Parade (on Easter Sunday 8 April 2012, 10am - 4pm, along Fifth Avenue from 49th to 57th Streets), the Tribeca Film Festival, and numerous Street Fairs and Festivals. Properties are booking up quickly, but we still have availability in the following:

YSoSea200 – This 2/4 person, one bedroom apartment is a sure to become a fast favourite. Comfortable and chic, this gem is in a building located across the street from famed South Street Seaport and the historic Seaport district. The building is newly renovated and boasts such guest amenities as a full access gym, a public (residents only) lounge with pool table and flat screen TVs, laundry and valet services, and a 360 degree rooftop. More New York properties with private outdoor space.

30 day lets. In addition to our New York short vacation rentals, we are putting together, and will shortly be publishing, a portfolio of properties available for 30 day lets. If you know of anyone with a suitable property, do please tell them about us. If you are looking for a 30 day New York let do please get in touch.

Plan your stay in New York. You will find a list of interesting things to do and see in New York at 101 Things to Do in New York.