An Unforgettable Holiday: How to Make Your Vacation Rental Stand Out
The market for vacation rentals is a competitive one, there’s no escaping that.
Clients are always looking for the most luxurious, comfortable, and beautiful places to stay, whether that’s for the holidays, a fun family vacation, or a romantic getaway. Which means property owners need to put extra attention into standing out from the crowd.
Here are a few simple tips you can follow to instantly boost the appeal of your
vacation rental property.
Prepare the Property Well
Start by furnishing the rental property, from high-quality bedding to attractive furniture. But decorating goes beyond aesthetics; you also want to choose furniture that’s eco-friendly and easy to maintain.
Products, paints, and supplies made with sustainable practices and materials give guests an extra reason to choose your listing over others. Even switching to soaps free of environmentally harmful chemicals or paints with fewer volatile organic compounds (VOCs) can make all the difference.
And don’t forget the
extra services and amenities to drive home your dedication to the guest experience. Examples include:
- Wi-Fi, television, or access to streaming services
- Guidebooks, brochures, and local information
- Kitchen appliances and dining utensils
Get the Listing Done Right
A listing will make or break your chances of landing guests. Begin by taking excellent pictures. Take pictures of multiple angles of each room, all in broad daylight, to emphasize the details.
Include as many useful details as well:
- The general style, such as whether you have modern or antique furniture or whether the space is urban or rustic
- Unique selling points and amenities, like a pool, a balcony, or extra spacious views
- The surrounding environment, such as nearby restaurants, cafes, transportation, and attractions
- Other essentials like the number of beds and bathrooms
Don’t forget to put your listing up on multiple vacation rental websites to maximize exposure. This step is just as important as finding a competitive price point for the property.
Manage the Vacation Rental
Keep the property clean up until your guests move in. Even after the sale, stay in contact to respond to guest inquiries and concerns. Providing excellent customer experience shows that you care and can net you glowing reviews.
Don’t Get Worked Up About Vacation Rentals
The vacation rental market is rapidly growing, which means you need to stand out from the competition if you want to get more bookings.
Are you looking to reduce your vacancy rates? Work with a vacation property management company like
Aisling Baile and let us do the heavy lifting for you. Our turn-key service provides everything, from cleaning and maintenance to managing guest inquiries.
Get in touch today and find out how we’ve been helping property owners achieve their goals for over 35 years.
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