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 To-Do List - To Create A Short Term Rental Property

• Keep the bed where it currently is with the nightstands beside - option to paint the nightstands the white noted below if you would like to break up all of the dark furniture pieces, add an alarm clock.

• Add high-quality sheets, duvet and pillows, in ivory or off-white colour. Look for a thread count of 500 or more. Have additional blankets folded at the end of the bed or on a shelf in the closet.

• Remove window air conditioner.

• Swap out current curtain panels for blinds - these blackout roller shades or this cellular option comes in many sizes in half-inch increments. Measure the inside frame to determine the size needed. Swap out current curtain panels on sliding door for white room darkening panels

• Paint the tv stand white, either a bright white that matches your trim Chantilly Lace or a creamy white White Dove that works well with your wall colour. Either colour can be matched in any brand of paint you prefer to use. Make sure to use high-quality paint that is good for furniture so that it lasts for a long time. Add board games and DVD movies for your guest’s entertainment.

• Move bunk beds to the far corner of the room where your treadmill is currently, add a trundle under the bunk bed for more sleeping options.

• Add a slipcover to the current sofa to lighten the feel of the room. Make sure to measure your sofa to ensure that it will fit.

• Switch out current table lamps on the nightstands for a simpler cleaner design, here is an option but you can also find some great options at Homesense.

• Move the side table from your bedroom into the space placed beside the sofa, add a table lamp, a tray to place the tv remote and coasters for guest to sit their drinks.

• Optionally add a small desk and chair in the far corner of the room across from the bed if you are placing the coffee station in the closet. I would check out local thrift/antique stores for solid wood desks, just keep it small in scale so you have a nice walkway between the bed and desk.

• Create a coffee bar area either on the far side of the room across from the bed or in the closet. Place a cabinet beside the bar fridge with two mounted above shelves.

• Keep accessories minimal so that the space appears clean and uncluttered, you could add a few potted plants that help to clean the air and add a homey feel.

Bathroom

• Hand, body and face towels (for each guest)

• Toilet paper (plus extra rolls)

• Hand soap

• Bath soap and face soap

• Shampoo and conditioner

• Small garbage can and trash bags

• Add towel bars or shelves above toilet for stacked towels

• Add hamper for a place for guests to place dirty towels

• Replace missing piece on vanity light.

Create a booklet that guests can easily access wifi passwords, things to know, things to do, check out times….. You can create your own or here is a download you can purchase and just add in your details

Sites to consider listing your rental on Airbnb, sabbatical homes, kijiji.