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These amenities are requirements for many travelers, and if you don’t have them, your home might be filtered out of their search results. You’ll never stand a chance of being seen—or booked.
When it comes to income-increasing amenities, welcoming pets is top dog. All jokes aside, on average, homes that allow dogs have 10–20% higher rental income and occupancy than those that don’t—and it won’t cost you a dime.
Learn more about going dog-friendly.
Homes with hot tubs earn 15–20% more on average—and their potential is hottest in ski markets or cool-weather beach markets (think the Oregon Coast or Breckenridge over Palm Springs). If you opt to install a hot tub at your vacation home, your local 10 Stars property management LLC pros will step in to handle the rest. That includes regular maintenance like balancing the chlorine and pH levels, draining and refilling the water, and arranging any specialized repairs.
Switching out your regular couch for a sleeper sofa or swapping a twin bed for a set of bunk beds will increase your potential occupancy. And a higher potential occupancy opens you up to additional bookings from larger groups, increasing your overall income.
(And remember, amenities alone don’t guarantee your home’s appearance in search results—standard minimum stays and minimum rates can render your home virtually invisible to many potential guests.)
Once a traveler has clicked on your listing in their search results, your photos are key to converting them from browsing to booking. These upgrades will help your home look its best.
Having an Instagram-worthy interior will earn you more bookings and higher reviews—and when you work with our interior design team, you’ll also get expert recommendations on fixtures and furnishings that will better withstand wear and tear.
Nothing makes your home’s photo set look more dated than an old-school tube TV.
While guests appreciate unique homes, beds with crisp white duvets photograph better than those with floral or patterned bedspreads—and if your bed has a box spring and exposed metal frame, add a bed skirt for a more tailored look. We also recommend four fluffy pillows per bed, which makes all the difference for photography.
Positive guest reviews have an enormous influence on your home’s earning potential. These amenities will delight your guests once they’re in your home—increasing their likelihood of leaving a valuable five-star review.
If you have a beach house, consider adding beach chairs and an umbrella, boogie boards, and/or sandcastle toys. Most guests won’t think to pack them, and won’t want to buy them—but will love using them during their stay.
Our data shows that stocking a few special amenities for kids makes you more likely to earn a rave review from Mom and Dad. Consider adding a ping-pong or foosball table, providing a portable playpen or crib, and stocking a cupboard with games and puzzles.
If your home has an outdoor living space or access to a community pool, consider what will help your guests make the most of it—like patio chairs, a gas grill, yard games, or pool toys.
Different times of the year call for different amenities. Whether guests are celebrating the winter holidays or the start of summer break, consider offering amenities that will help them make the most of every season (and help you stand out from the competition). Most importantly—make sure to tell us ahead of time so we can update your listing.
Guests will look for ways to gather outdoors. Outfit your home with a firepit, barbecue, and outdoor tables and seating. Have a beach or lake home? Invest in standup paddle boards, kayaks, or even a few bicycles so guests can have even more fun in the sun.
These months are dedicated to spending time with friends and family. Consider amenities related to festive activities, like Christmas cookie cutters or pumpkin carving kits. Plus, you can deck your halls with holiday-ready decor—think lights, wreaths, and dinnerware for a big group meal.