Vacation rentals have really taken off as a reasonably priced and authentic form of accommodation for holiday goers.  But what does it mean for the owners of such properties? With issues such as property damage, privacy, not to mention becoming a hospitable owner- there is a lot to consider for the would be vacation rental host. Nonetheless, its a lucrative form of side income and a great way to meet and foster new friendships. Vincent J Kellesey talks about letting out a room in his condo in downtown KL and Sharon Cheah who lets out her pre war shophouse in historical Georgetown - all to passing travellers.