Over time, many vacation rental properties also start to look alike. For example, the same furniture and decor in each room can result in a dull, boring space when a little creativity can make a huge difference. It’s true that you must cater to many different tastes, but a bland, generic decorating style won’t be memorable for guests.
What Not to Do When Decorating Your Vacation Rental
The Bare Minimum
We’ve all encountered the "bare minimum" style during vacation rental stays, and it’s not welcoming. You walk into the room only to find that the furniture and décor are sparse, and what little is there doesn’t make much of an impression. There is no artwork on the wall, very little color and no ornamentation whatsoever. Immediately, you get the sense that the owner only purchased the essentials to reduce their expenses. They chose not to invest in their guests, which is a huge mistake. When people take a break from their daily lives at home, they want to experience something new. Instead of doing the bare minimum when decorating your vacation rental, inject a bit of your personality into the space. It will pay off later, and your guests will feel more like they’re staying in a home rather than a vacated apartment.
Buy a Cheap, Uncomfortable Mattress
Travelers always feel a little dread before they plop down on the bed in a rental property. Mattresses are expensive investments, and most owners want to save on costs by buying something economical. Unfortunately, renters always remember an uncomfortable bed. At best, sleeping on a hard mattress and paper-thin sheets can limit sleep. At worst, your renters will have a sore back and a bone to pick. Decorating your vacation rental doesn’t have to involve spending exorbitant amounts on bedding. However, this is one area you don’t want to skimp on, either. Seek out affordable options, but make sure to test them yourself. If you wouldn’t sleep on it, your guests certainly won’t want to.
Forget Key Kitchen Essentials
Some rental owners assume travelers want to explore the food scene during their stay, but that isn’t always true. Maybe your renters plan to go hiking and want to cook a big breakfast in the morning. Perhaps an older couple is celebrating a wedding anniversary, but they still want to avoid restaurants due to COVID-19. The possibilities are endless. As you decorate your vacation rental, remember that all of your guests have different needs. Some people will want to cook, and to do that they’ll need the basics: pots, pans, utensils, oven mitts, dishware and cookware. If your guests are unable to do the things they wanted to do during their stay, you’ll hear about it in their review.
At Kingfisher Vacations, we can help you manage and maintain your property to keep it looking great for guests. We’ll also take care of marketing your rental and responding to guest reviews.
Partner with Kingfisher Vacations and Choose a Gorgeous Property in Sanibel and Captiva Islands, Florida
At Kingfisher Vacations, we’re here to assist you in decorating your rental property in Sanibel and Captiva Islands and making it the best it can be. We have over 56 years of experience in the vacation rental industry and can offer you the absolute best service given our vast knowledge of the area. Our gorgeous private properties have heated pools, hot tubs, stunning ocean views, delightfully bright décor, and boat docks. We provide you with everything you could ever want for your property. Visit our website, email us at info@gokingfisher.com or give us a call today at 239-472-2100.