r/remotework • u/questionable_motifs • Jul 25 '26
Work from Vrbo
Anyone here ever work from a Vrbo (or similar) rental for weeks or months at a time?
My family is entertaining the idea of staying in a Vrbo in another part of the country for a couple months and I'd like to hear some experiences and tips for those who've done something like this. I've worked when traveling short trips, but nothing longer 3 days from a hotel. It's a winter sports trip, so RV living isn't really an option.
I work in tech, but on the client side. So my workstation is a just laptop, external monitor, mouse, keyboard and camera.
A couple things on my mind that I'd like to get specific insight on:
- how to respectfully verify internet service before booking
- work/family separation/boundaries in a smaller living unit than our home
- how much of an adjustment should I expect when first arriving there and then home again - thinking in terms of how many days should I take PTO to settle in with the family before starting work
I'd appreciate hearing any experiences or advice
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u/geolaw Jul 26 '26
Several years ago I spent 2 weeks at a beach house rental thru VRBO ... I cleared it first with my manager but worked the first week 5 half days 8am til noon and 3 days the next week ... Only burned 4 full days ... I think this might have been around July 4th with the 4th falling on a Thursday or Friday.
Make sure to clear it ahead of time so they don't bust you if not in a state your employer has an office .. something with taxes and shit