5 Essentials For Your Vacation Rental - Carolyn Bunn | Permanent Vacationers
Every well-run business involves careful planning and good old-fashioned hard work, and running a successful vacation rental business is no different! If you’re managing your own vacation rental business, you know how important it is to make a great first impression on guests. A great first impression can lead to future bookings, excellent referrals, and the best experience for both you and your guest. And as the owner, you have the opportunity to create the basis for an incredible vacation your guests will remember for a lifetime. How cool is that?
Hosting is so much more than providing a comfortable bed to rest; it’s important to include the whole experience. When I first started hosting in 2014, I was completely lost when it came to amenities to provide. But through guest feedback and countless stays at other Airbnbs, I’ve learned what amenities will help your rental stand above the best.
This comprehensive checklist will save every host time, research and money in running their vacation rental business
The necessities are things a guest needs to have a great stay. Here are some basic amenities vacation rental business should have:
Quality toilet paper (Costco will be your best friend here, and they deliver!)
Soap ( I highly recommend this refillable foam soap)
Shampoo, conditioner and body wash (use this dispenser for a clean, low maintenance look)
Quality Towels and Pillows (2 per guest
2 sets of sheets for each guest bed
Makeup towels will keep guests from wiping makeup on your clean white ones
The amount of each item needed depends on the number of visitors and the duration of their stay, so I recommend stocking up on extra just in case.
2. Features Guests will look for
A laptop-friendly work environment
A Smart TV with access to apps like Netflix and Hulu
Breakfast (note: due to Covid19 restrictions, I recommend packaged grab and go snacks and breakfast items)
Coffee and a coffeemaker
3. Amenities For Families And Pets
A bathing tub
Pet water bowl and treats (for pet-friendly vacation rentals)
Towels for washing paws or cleaning up messes
4. Safety Amenities
Carbon monoxide device
First-aid kit and a fire extinguisher
Local phone numbers and an exit plan
Obviously for existing homes, there isn’t much you can do to change these, but if you have them, they are great to call out in your listing for accessibility.
Entryway with no steps
Entrances that are at least 32 inches wide
Hallways that are at least 36 inches wide
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