Airbnb and other accommodation rentals can help you make thousands if you have a summer home to let. Airbnb hosts have been reported to have collectively earned more than £123 million last summer, which works out to over £4,500 each! Whether you have a second property or spare room, the beginning of your Airbnb hosting venture is just around the corner.
It takes a lot of literal and figurative elbow grease to become a successful host and get the most out of your letting space. From welcoming decorations to security and repairs, there is a lot you need to tick off to get your summer house holiday-ready for renters. Here are just a few things you need to consider when preparing your letting accommodation for rental:
Make it as welcoming as possible
With so many Airbnb rentals available, you want to ensure your rental sticks out from the crowd. Giving your space a guest-friendly makeover will make it as welcoming as possible. Think neutral colours and accents to appeal to all types of guests and remove all personal items like picture frames and albums if you’re not going to be living in the space.
You should design a stunning Airbnb with a cosy interior and will need to include some basic facilities. You’ll need a high-quality mattress and linens, a dresser or chest of drawers, and access to a clean bathroom with a toilet and shower.
Deep clean before guests arrive
One thing that doesn’t lead to much repeat business or glowing reviews is cluttered or dirty accommodation. Whether you’re hiring a cleaner or doing the cleaning yourself, making a checklist to let you know what exactly needs to be done can help you stay on top of the mess. You should begin with high-traffic areas such as kitchens and bathrooms because they are the most utilised.
After targeting these critical areas, focusing on the details will have you letting spic and span in no time. Think hair in the drains, polishing light switches, cleaning shower curtains, and fluffing pillows. When you think like a guest, you’re more likely to purge your summer home from the grime that will put them off.
Security and repairs
Keeping up with repairs before your guests arrive will help keep them safe during their stay. Using MDF or treated timber is a cost-effective method of repairing holes in the roof of your property. Other repairs can include broken windows, leaky pipes, or damaged locks.
Security measures need to be in place if you don’t live nearby to the property to give guests peace of mind during their stay. Make sure you account for you all keys, access cards, and fobs so you can stay on top of who is entering your summer home.
