Tips on How to Design Your Short-Term Rental
I have a great passion for Airbnb and the short-term rental business model. I have always chosen short-term rentals over conventional hotels anytime I’m traveling. It makes someone feel at home even when you are visiting a new destination. You get a unique opportunity to interact with neighbors who understand the local area very well as opposed to being in a hotel where every guest is new.
One of the main reasons why most people prefer short-term rental over hotels is the living experience. When you choose short-term rentals, you get an opportunity to enjoy the same quality of life as locals. This is not the case when you choose a hotel room since you will get the same standard of furnishings. With short-term rentals, there are myriad of house types to choose from ranging from cabins, tiny houses, apartments, lofts, or yurts each with its own unique style.
If you are a short-term rental owner or operator, I will give you tips on how you can run a successful short-term rental business. As a short term rental owner and operator, I believe I can share great recommendations that can help you in designing your short-term rentals.
• Location is critical
The choice of location can make or break your short-term rental business. Is your short-term rental located in a city, rural, or downtown? What’s so unique with that location? Once you have the right answers to these questions, you can make an informed decision when it comes to designing your short-term rentals in terms of colors, themes, and arts to reflect the location and culture.
For instance, in Jacksonville, Florida the area is rich in culture, history, and well as magnificent beaches. If you have short-term rentals in this location, you need to design them to reflect the local theme.
• Have all the necessary supplies
When you are planning to host guests in your short-term rentals, it’s paramount to ensure that they have all the essentials. Equip it with every supply that guests require to make their stay here comfortable and fun.
Some of the essential supplies that your short-term rental must have include; Kitchen utensils, blankets, towels, water, welcome gifts, wine or bottle openers, and emergency gadgets.
• Guaranteed comfort and durability
The choice of products and furnishing that you choose must guarantee your guests maximum comfort and at the same time be durable so that you can get value for money. When choosing your products, don’t overdo your accessories.
Also, avoid light upholstery, go for durable floor surfaces, have extra towels and blankets, and a high-quality mattress. Ensure that all the items that you buy fit well in your guest rooms for great comfort and style.
• Convenience is key
If you have short-term rentals, putting up signs and guides in your facility makes it easier to use for guests. To avoid a bad user experience, it’s important to provide all the information that any guest may require during their stay period.
Some of the crucial details and guidelines that you should provide your guests with include information about; WIFI name and password, building rules, neighborhood guide and nearest attractions, public transport, host contact information, and check-out guidelines.
• Be unique
Although most of the short-term rentals are similar, it’s always good to go beyond the obvious and give your guests something unique that they can only experience in your short-term rentals.
It doesn’t have to cost you an arm and a leg. Simple unique services such as welcome gifts, a bottle of wine, a notebook, a guest book, or a meal can make a great difference and help you stay ahead of your competitors.