I have a condo, not high end and I offer everything you have mentioned in this video with the exception of the lighter as I do not have a grill nor allow candles in the condo. I really hate staying in vacation rentals that don't have the bare minimum of a salt and pepper shakers which cost a buck or a new dish sponge. Way too many people are into this business not understanding a thing about hospitality. No one steals a thing. Actually most don't even use the extra things such as robes, slippers but appreciate the lm being available. Thank you for your video. Hopefully more people watch it and step up their game!
Only in one market. We use referral and Facebook groups. They work well. Then we set expectations, train, and pay them more then they quote plus Bonuses.
Agree I cant find cleaners who will handle many of these details. Interviewed recos from fb groups, thru my own research, etc. talked with 20+ and none will do this. Perhaps my location but definitely a barrier to providing everything that I'd like to.
Your amazon link says your store is not active anymore. I’d love to support you and I’m setting up a new short term rental. Do you have an updated link
Great practical suggestions. We have filled our minivan with kitchen and bathroom essentials for every family vacation at several airbnb rentals on the nearby lake because the kitchens are pathetic. We stopped going on vacation because it was too much work hauling all the gear. We cook every meal from scratch and I even bring my own grill. For vacation, I'm buying top dollar meats and veggies, and I need to the kitchen equipment to perform. We're used to camping, and it usually rains, but that doesn't matter to the satisfaction of the campers. If the food is good, the trip was great! Provide the gear - thick pots and pans and sharp knives. Can't tell you how many Airbnb reviews I have read that comment on the knives. I'm watching these videos because I am trying to decide what type of rental (STR/MTR, standard/luxury) I want to run, and where I will buy or build it. Thank you for posting such helpful, practical videos.
Often the entire point of staying in a vacation rental vs a hotel is to be able to cook meals so it’s a definite plus to have a well-stocked kitchen in a vacation rental. Have enjoyed staying in several lovely vacation rental homes that provided everything needed not just for preparing basic meals but also for hosting a lovely holiday dinner, with appropriate linens, dinnerware and glassware, etc., and a kitchen fully stocked with everything we could possibly need or want to do it.
@@BillFaeth-ce2lt My favorites: 1. Two weeks in a glamorous classic Paris apartment on Rue Des Archives that had a tiny U shaped kitchen stocked with everything we needed to take advantage of being around the corner from the food shops on Rue Rambuteau and the open air markets around the city, complete with a full-sized fridge and oven (they’re usually much smaller); 2. A week in a modern townhouse in Dallas with a fantastic professional grade oven in which we made the best prime rib dinner for Christmas Eve with our grown foodie kids and their SOs; 3. A humble but charming, sunny fifth floor apartment in an ancient building (definitely no elevator) in Aix-En-Provence, basic kitchen but with such a great vibe, terra cotta floors and pigeons cooing in the windows, and a terrace with a beautiful view of the city. 4. An airy, open floor-plan house made of stones up a steep hill in St. Thomas USVI, with a well-stocked kitchen, grill, separate guest house, charming little pool nestled under a grove of palm trees, and a wraparound deck overlooking the ocean. We typically prefer an AirBnB to a hotel when we need to house our entire family for long vacations or special occasions.
@@KerryBuysHousesshe will be on more. Had to get her on first now I think she actually enjoyed it so there will be more. She just isn’t the extrovert I am. Kinda shy. 😊
Yes!! We Airbnb our basement and I provide all the ziplock bags sizes in that organizer, foil, plastic wrap, parchment paper. I have all my favorites gadgets I would want in an airbnb if I were staying in it.
I like some of these ideas, but can't help but think they add extra cleaning time. Coffee bar in bedroom, bathbombs, bathrobes, etc. would definitely add more cleaning time in my rentals. We try to do same day turns. Do you do same day turns, or do you space your rentals to allow for longer cleaning time, or do you have big teams that come in to clean?
Thank you for your comment Veronica. We do same day turns at every property we own nationwide with the largest sleeping 38 in a 10,000sq ft house with 12 bedrooms, 2 kitchens, massive game room, and a huge outdoor space. It takes my team 4-5 hrs to complete with 4-6 cleaners onsite. I have multiple properties like this and we don’t have any issues because they ( the cleaners) know what is expected on the front end and we also compensate very well and incentivize.
@@billfaeth Thanks so much! I know you have properties in several areas, do you hire a cleaning company in each of these areas? My three rentals are all in the same area currently where I live, and I have recruited my own cleaners who work as independent contractors directly with me so we cut out a middle man. They generally work on their own although occasionally they will work in a team of two for a quicker turn (two of our properties are 12 capacity houses). Also, would you mind telling me what it costs you to turn that largest property?
There are a lot of times in the economy, where restaurants are so backed up with lack of help that many people going on vacation are trying to cook out more. There are many places where Airbnb rentals are taking place of Worker housing and that is creating a shortage in restaurant help.
@@BillFaeth-ce2lt thank you for your response. I reread my comments and understand how you might have taken it. It was in response to your advice on making sure your rentals have adequate kitchen supplies and amenities for people that would like to cook more where they are rather than go out. Particular location I am referring to is very low on workers in the community. A lot of the smaller homes that could be afforded by lower to mid income earners were bought up by people turning them into full-time Airbnb properties. When the particular age demographics that primarily work in this particular small town restaurant business sector are not present. It puts strain on the restaurants trying to keep up with the heavy flow of vacation traffic. That’s producing very long wait times that many people don’t feel like waiting 2 1/2 and three hours for a table. So like you mentioned, enabling your rental customers to make and enjoy their own meal with all of the amenities you refer to this podcast. I love being told that I am wrong because there is always room to learn and grow. Saying someone is 100% wrong may be a little risky though. - Respectfully, your subscriber.
High end mattress pad, summer and winter sheets, bedding and blankets super great pillows four per bed. On point!
I have a condo, not high end and I offer everything you have mentioned in this video with the exception of the lighter as I do not have a grill nor allow candles in the condo. I really hate staying in vacation rentals that don't have the bare minimum of a salt and pepper shakers which cost a buck or a new dish sponge. Way too many people are into this business not understanding a thing about hospitality. No one steals a thing. Actually most don't even use the extra things such as robes, slippers but appreciate the lm being available. Thank you for your video. Hopefully more people watch it and step up their game!
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I’ve had those bathroom amenities since day one (over 8 years ago) and no one had ever stolen the extra supplies.
Good stuff and love the new format away from FB. Wondering if you have trouble find cleaners to do all this extra things?
No trouble. Leverage Facebook groups and referrals in my group.
I second this question! I have had trouble (even with my best cleaners!) inventorying, cleaning and restocking all the detailed areas.
Only in one market. We use referral and Facebook groups. They work well.
Then we set expectations, train, and pay them more then they quote plus Bonuses.
Agree I cant find cleaners who will handle many of these details. Interviewed recos from fb groups, thru my own research, etc. talked with 20+ and none will do this. Perhaps my location but definitely a barrier to providing everything that I'd like to.
@@daniellemurphy9319 what market?
Your amazon link says your store is not active anymore. I’d love to support you and I’m setting up a new short term rental. Do you have an updated link
Yes 😢
Great episode! I have a few things to pick up for my kitchen. Thanks Brea!
Brea said you’re very welcome.
Great practical suggestions. We have filled our minivan with kitchen and bathroom essentials for every family vacation at several airbnb rentals on the nearby lake because the kitchens are pathetic. We stopped going on vacation because it was too much work hauling all the gear. We cook every meal from scratch and I even bring my own grill. For vacation, I'm buying top dollar meats and veggies, and I need to the kitchen equipment to perform.
We're used to camping, and it usually rains, but that doesn't matter to the satisfaction of the campers. If the food is good, the trip was great! Provide the gear - thick pots and pans and sharp knives. Can't tell you how many Airbnb reviews I have read that comment on the knives.
I'm watching these videos because I am trying to decide what type of rental (STR/MTR, standard/luxury) I want to run, and where I will buy or build it. Thank you for posting such helpful, practical videos.
Highest return date still in STR by far if executed correctly.
@ We live in vacationland (Maine), so STR make sense.
Often the entire point of staying in a vacation rental vs a hotel is to be able to cook meals so it’s a definite plus to have a well-stocked kitchen in a vacation rental. Have enjoyed staying in several lovely vacation rental homes that provided everything needed not just for preparing basic meals but also for hosting a lovely holiday dinner, with appropriate linens, dinnerware and glassware, etc., and a kitchen fully stocked with everything we could possibly need or want to do it.
Couldn’t agree more. Where is your favorite place you have stayed?
@@BillFaeth-ce2lt My favorites: 1. Two weeks in a glamorous classic Paris apartment on Rue Des Archives that had a tiny U shaped kitchen stocked with everything we needed to take advantage of being around the corner from the food shops on Rue Rambuteau and the open air markets around the city, complete with a full-sized fridge and oven (they’re usually much smaller); 2. A week in a modern townhouse in Dallas with a fantastic professional grade oven in which we made the best prime rib dinner for Christmas Eve with our grown foodie kids and their SOs; 3. A humble but charming, sunny fifth floor apartment in an ancient building (definitely no elevator) in Aix-En-Provence, basic kitchen but with such a great vibe, terra cotta floors and pigeons cooing in the windows, and a terrace with a beautiful view of the city. 4. An airy, open floor-plan house made of stones up a steep hill in St. Thomas USVI, with a well-stocked kitchen, grill, separate guest house, charming little pool nestled under a grove of palm trees, and a wraparound deck overlooking the ocean. We typically prefer an AirBnB to a hotel when we need to house our entire family for long vacations or special occasions.
This sounds pretty cool.
Great info! Brea needs her own show!
100%. Coming to Netflix soon.
But why on her own? This is a great tag-team approach. Bring her on more regularly~
@@KerryBuysHousesshe will be on more. Had to get her on first now I think she actually enjoyed it so there will be more. She just isn’t the extrovert I am. Kinda shy. 😊
Yes!! We Airbnb our basement and I provide all the ziplock bags sizes in that organizer, foil, plastic wrap, parchment paper. I have all my favorites gadgets I would want in an airbnb if I were staying in it.
Good stuff.
Love this…reminds me of the national tv shows. You guys would kill it! Very balanced, interesting, makes you want to hear what’s next!
Thanks Patty
Hi Bill, do you supply paper napkins? At home we use paper towels for that, but I wonder what most guests would like.
No napkins. Ample paper towels.
I like some of these ideas, but can't help but think they add extra cleaning time. Coffee bar in bedroom, bathbombs, bathrobes, etc. would definitely add more cleaning time in my rentals. We try to do same day turns. Do you do same day turns, or do you space your rentals to allow for longer cleaning time, or do you have big teams that come in to clean?
Thank you for your comment Veronica.
We do same day turns at every property we own nationwide with the largest sleeping 38 in a 10,000sq ft house with 12 bedrooms, 2 kitchens, massive game room, and a huge outdoor space.
It takes my team 4-5 hrs to complete with 4-6 cleaners onsite.
I have multiple properties like this and we don’t have any issues because they ( the cleaners) know what is expected on the front end and we also compensate very well and incentivize.
@@billfaeth Thanks so much! I know you have properties in several areas, do you hire a cleaning company in each of these areas? My three rentals are all in the same area currently where I live, and I have recruited my own cleaners who work as independent contractors directly with me so we cut out a middle man. They generally work on their own although occasionally they will work in a team of two for a quicker turn (two of our properties are 12 capacity houses). Also, would you mind telling me what it costs you to turn that largest property?
Great info as usual. Do you find value in putting branding (re: your home’s logo) on things like bathrobes?
No. Just the stuff that has utility the guests can take home line sunglasses, chapstick, etc.
Very interesting! Thanks for sharing! What price point is your rental?
We design according to our projected gross revenue and ADR. We have multiple properties across the country in six states.
Oh the coffee bar in the master bedroom is such a nice touch
and low cost. 👍🏻
where do yo ubuy your toothbrushes in bulk ? also the clip on thing for the hottub for the towels you mentioned
Amazon.
Amazon is saying you storefront is not active.
There are a lot of times in the economy, where restaurants are so backed up with lack of help that many people going on vacation are trying to cook out more. There are many places where Airbnb rentals are taking place of Worker housing and that is creating a shortage in restaurant help.
That has nothing to do with the topic of this podcast + you are 100% wrong.
@@BillFaeth-ce2lt thank you for your response. I reread my comments and understand how you might have taken it. It was in response to your advice on making sure your rentals have adequate kitchen supplies and amenities for people that would like to cook more where they are rather than go out. Particular location I am referring to is very low on workers in the community. A lot of the smaller homes that could be afforded by lower to mid income earners were bought up by people turning them into full-time Airbnb properties. When the particular age demographics that primarily work in this particular small town restaurant business sector are not present. It puts strain on the restaurants trying to keep up with the heavy flow of vacation traffic. That’s producing very long wait times that many people don’t feel like waiting 2 1/2 and three hours for a table. So like you mentioned, enabling your rental customers to make and enjoy their own meal with all of the amenities you refer to this podcast. I love being told that I am wrong because there is always room to learn and grow. Saying someone is 100% wrong may be a little risky though. - Respectfully, your subscriber.
STR fatigue is relatable!