A few hints, in addition to keeping your property safe & clean, to help guests enjoy their stay. These little things apply to both vacation rental homes and condos and are very inexpensive. You could add a little at a time as your time and budget will allow.
* Brighten the look with flower arrangements or other centerpieces for the dining room table and coffee table. Add a few pictures on the walls or add mirrors.
* Have extra light bulbs available. Is lighting sufficient? Maybe add a lamp or two.
* Keep a small toolbox with several screwdrivers, pliers, hammer and adjustable wrench.
* Keep stocked with cleaning supplies. - A toilet brush for each bathroom. - Mop, bucket Broom & dustpan - Glass cleaner, multi-surface cleaner, toilet/bath cleaners - Squeegee, plunger.
* Keep the kitchen well equipped so guests can enjoy preparing their favorite meals. Include some spices & extracts. If the pots and pans are worn replace them. Add a cookbook.
* Add rainy day supplies - Books, magazines - DVD, VCR tapes - Decks of cards - Puzzles and Board games. These items also help make your home or condo more family friendly.
* Keep extra Air conditioner filters in the closet or if it is the type that needs to be removed and cleaned put the instructions on the machine and clearly indicate how to remove, clean, and re-install the filter.
Also, since the people that clean between renters do not move furniture or do other deep cleaning you should try to stay on your property a couple of times each year and do “spring cleaning” as well as make any repairs or replacements that may be required. Do not overlook worn blinds, a loose handle or sliding door that is difficult or other seemingly minor items. Maintaining your vacation rental property in near perfect condition will increase the possibilities for happy vacationers and repeat rentals. Sometimes little things can make a big difference. If you have any suggestion for little things to add to this list please let us know so we can share your suggestions with other Ormond By The Sea vacation rental home and condo owners.
