Owning a vacation rental property is a great investment these days! Since the beginning of 2020, there’s been an increase in staycations and workcations. Even though we’re in the middle of the fall, bookings for short-term vacation rentals on platforms like Airbnb are hot right now. According to the New York Times there was a 65% increase of Airbnb bookings in the first quarter of 2022. Take advantage of the staycation hype and check out this blog to find out how to make your short-term rental property stand out with rental furniture!

What Do You Need To Furnish Your Short-Term Rental?

Furnishing a vacation rental is key to standing out on Airbnb from other short-term rental properties. Figure out what you need for your short-term rental property, create a list of essential furniture. Here’s a quick list to help you get started:

• Beds
• Dressers
• Sofa
• Coffee Table
• Dining Table
• Dining Chairs

What Do Your Guests Need?

Whenever you’re travelling or on a vacation, having basic amenities make your trip a lot easier. In terms of your short-term rental, what amenities will your guests need during their stay? Make sure to add basic amenities like toilet paper, soap, towels, and cleaning supplies. According to Airbnb, guests appreciate extra toilet paper, linens, toiletries, kitchen appliances, and much more. This will truly help your guests feel right at home.

It’s All About The Aesthetic

Planning your aesthetic based on where your vacation rental is located is an excellent way of enticing potential guests into booking your property. Decorating your property this way ensures guests feel fully immersed in the culture of the area and create a satisfying staycation experience for them. Think about the local tourists attractions or what the neighbourhood is known for, this will help you find inspiration when it comes to choosing different furniture pieces.

To illustrate, if your vacation rental is located in the fashion district of Downtown Toronto, choosing modern and bright pieces to decorate the home lines up with the environmental vibe of the area. Here are some pieces we suggest to bring a modern vibe to your vacation rental:

On the other hand, if you own a vacation rental near by the wineries of Niagara-on-the-lake or a rural area, furnish your home with inspiration from the local wineries, vineyards, and other outdoor activities. Look to modern rustic interior design for inspiration or think cottage core to decorate your rental property. Check out these pieces we think are perfect for your rental:

Contact Executive Furniture Rental Today!

We are family owned and operated and we excel in keeping a fast pace and providing service in a very personal, customized way. Contact us today to get your rental furniture to elevate your rental property with our wide selection of pieces!