Hi, I have been trolling threw loads of websites in the hope of finding long term accommodation in either North or South Goa. They quote prices of approx 1500rps per night! Yet when I read people's experiences of renting they state that long term rentals can be very reasonable at approx 3500 to 5000 per month. We intend to be in Goa for 6 months or more.

Just wondering if it is better just to arrive and go into a hotel until I can find a suitable place to rent. Or if anyone reading this could point me in the right direction.

Many thanks in advanced to anyone that can assist me.

Sharon

depends on what area you looking to rent at

i know of quite a few places in calangute alone charging around 20 per month for 2 bedroom apts

Hi Sharon.

A lot depends on when you plan on arriving in Goa!The monsoon starts in june and runs until Sept/oct. April and may are extremely hot and humid. I`d suggest waiting until you arrive to find somewhere!

Allthe best J

Thanks for the response! Not decided what area, still doing research. I am looking for a place that has a busy expat community and at the same time take in what Goa has to offer.

Once again thanks for the response

... and be aware that if you are applying in Spain you will probably get a 3 month visa.

AndyD 8-)#

Thanks for the info Andy but have that one sorted! I will be applying from Edinburgh (hometown) then making all my arrangements from there. Sadly Spain is dying a death, it's like a ghost town, economy suffering,joblessness and most expats going home and tourists are few and far between

Ah!!! - sounds a bit like Goa!

AndyD 8-)#

Really??????????Oh my

Hi Sharon, You can indeed find places to rent for that sort of money but you get what you pay for as anywhere. It is better to come here book into a hotel and then start looking because each area is different and you have to decide North; South; beach; inland..town or rural. It all depends what you hope to do while you are here. If you could be a little more specific about the purpose of your trip then we might be able to point you in the right direction...

Thats where I live and have done so for the last twenty five years on and off so I am very sad to see how bad the economy is now in Spain and how it relates to peoples lives. The weather is still good though in the summer; living is still cheaper than the UK and people are much more relaxed. Unfortunately the same thing is happening here.

Hi, Chris yes it is sad and I realise a lot of places are suffering. The reason for the visit is just to enjoy Goa life before the inevitable return to the UK. Sun sea and to experience the culture.

As already said, much depends on where and what you rent. Count around about rs 15000 to 20000 a month for something reasonable in mid Goa ( ie Candolim ) less in monsoon

We have a one bedroom with ac in a complex off the baga road quiet location but near to facilities and beach. When are thinking of doing your six months

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Once again thanks for the response[/QUOTE

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