When people leave reviews, the most common topics are cleanliness and comfort.
People are getting ready to start traveling and looking for the best places to stay. Vacation rentals are so popular, but unless you have a management company handling all of the details, owning a vacation rental can be more than a new owner bargained for. Here are some things to consider when preparing your vacation rental for the upcoming busy season.
Update where you can on the inside and choose quality furniture and a simple, traditional design. Subtle local art that shows off the beauty of the area is a plus and can enhance the feeling of “getting away from it all” for your guests. Keep it simple and don’t clutter up the rooms and walking areas with too much furniture or too many knickknacks.
Make sure that the house has been deep-cleaned and sanitized before the busy season. Take advantage of the experience and professionalism of a company that knows what needs to be done and how to do tasks such as making sure that the insides of all the cabinets and drawers, fridge, oven and closets are clean and tidy. The picture frames, baseboards, doors and doorframes, as well as light fixtures, fans and blinds should all be cleaned with a damp cloth. Disinfect all cabinet handles, light switches, door handles, bathroom and kitchen fixtures so that you and your guests are confident that your vacation home is clean and safe.
Make the windows sparkle. If you are not great at this, hire a professional. People want to have a crystal clear view of why they came to our beautiful area. Dust, dirt and streaks give an immediate negative impression. Clean sills and tracks are important so that the windows open and close properly.
Outside, the yards should be simple and manicured, free of debris, trash, weeds and overgrowth. Cover your barbeque with an appropriate cover and make sure the patio furniture is wiped off and clean. The outside of the property is the first impression when your guests drive up.
Take great pictures that emphasize the strengths of your property, including views and amenities. Also, remember to arrange your pictures in a way that helps a potential guest visualize the layout of the house.
When people leave reviews, the most common topics are cleanliness and comfort. Keep this in mind when planning your budget and to-do list for getting the house ready for a vacation rental.
Prescott Maid to Order is here to help you make this a great spring and summer season! QCBN
By Lucy Leyva
Lucy Leyva is the owner of Prescott Maid to Order.
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