We are pleased to recommend to our subscribers, Drawbridge to Europe, a broker for European vacation rentals.

As has been pointed out a number of times in these pages, finding the right apartment, chalet or house to rent for a week or more in Europe is a kind of Catch-22. Making a sight-unseen choice from the U.S. is a gamble most of us would rather not take. On the other hand, waiting until arrival in Europe you may find the best properties already booked. So, if you cant choose a vacation rental in person, the next best solution is to place yourself in the hands of a trusted, knowledgeable, expert. Drawbridge fills the bill. 

Owners Karin Volpert and John Spillman have been finding vacation rentals for travelers since 1996.

Ms. Volpert was born and raised in Germany and thus offers a natives insight to the German-speaking countries. Her husband, John, has lived abroad and traveled extensively throughout Europe.

Most of the rental properties Drawbridge represents have been personally chosen and inspected during their frequent trips to Europe. In Switzerland, for example, Ms. Volpert has personally inspected every property her company offers, and nearly all those in Germany and Austria.

One reason Drawbridge gets the official Gemtlichkeit stamp of approval is their familiarity with, and knowledge of, Germany, Austria and Switzerland, where in each country they represent several dozen properties. The newsletter, Country Vacations, says Drawbridges particular forte in city centers and the three German-speaking countries sets it apart from other villa-rental companies.

See photos, prices and descriptions of Drawbridge properties at , phone 888-268-1148 or info@drawbridgetoeurope.com, web: www.drawbridgetoeurope.com.

Tip: Check out the two-bedroom apartment in Wertheim, Germany, referenced Brigitte-Castle View #182.