Design Tips, Investment Properties
Shauna Lynn Simon
Expert Advice for Your Vacation Rental Property

If you own a vacation rental property (or are looking to invest in one), you know that designing a short-term rental cottage that stands out from the competition is key to attracting renters and earning repeat business. With the growing popularity of short-term rentals and Airbnb properties, it's important to create a space that not only looks beautiful but is also functional and comfortable for guests.

In this article, we'll provide you with expert tips and insights on how to design a short-term rental cottage that will have guests raving and coming back year after year. Whether you're starting from scratch or looking to update an existing space, this guide will provide you with the inspiration you need to create a truly exceptional vacation home.


Start with the Basics

Before you start decorating, make sure you have all the basics in place. This includes…

Expert Advice for Your Vacation Rental Property

Trying to sell a vacant house?


Listing and showing an empty home is not in the seller's best interest. It's important to make the best impression the first time, which means adding furniture and decor to all vacant rooms in the home you're selling!

This article outlines what sellers will often think when they see an empty home - the seller appears to be in a desperate situation because they are showing it vacant, which in turn means they can "low ball" the offer they put in on the property.

See why it is best to stage a vacant home before listing it for sale...

5 Reasons Empty Rooms Are a Bad Idea When Selling Your Home