If work will be part of the stay, verify the actual workspace and connection before selecting the home. Wi-Fi listed as an amenity does not establish performance for your needs.
Describe the work you need to do
Explain whether you need occasional email access, long video calls, or a private place for confidential conversations. Ask for recent connection information from the exact home and clarify any limitations. Avoid promising colleagues performance you have not verified.
Look beyond the laptop photograph
Check the chair, table height, power access, lighting, and proximity to social areas. Ask whether the room has a door and whether using it changes another guest’s sleeping arrangements. A kitchen counter may be fine for a message but uncomfortable for several hours.
Protect the holiday schedule
Agree on a defined work window and keep essential commitments away from transfer days. Ask about practical alternatives if connectivity is interrupted. Choose a home that allows the rest of the group to enjoy the shared spaces while you work.
Three answers to get in writing
Use these questions when comparing actual properties. Record the answer for each shortlisted villa; an unanswered item remains a question, not an included feature.
- Can the team confirm measured internet performance at the work area?
- Is there a private room for calls with a suitable desk?
- What backup connectivity or power arrangements are available?
Attach the relevant villa reference to each question in your stay inquiry. Keep the resulting answers with the written proposal so everyone in your group is planning from the same information.
Turn the idea into a useful shortlist
Start with the California villa collection and save the homes that fit your group. Use the questions above when comparing their details, rather than assuming the same arrangements apply to every property. If a feature is essential, ask for a specific written answer before making your decision.
The VIC concierge experience can help frame your requests. Send your dates, guest configuration, and priorities through your stay brief; the team can then discuss suitable options. A submitted inquiry does not confirm availability or create a reservation.
A question before you go
Can the villa team guarantee uninterrupted internet?
Do not assume a guarantee. Ask what has been verified, what support is available, and which limitations apply.