According to Space Coast Daily, tourism in Brevard County, Florida, had an overall economic impact of $4.6 billion in 2023. Visitor spending accounted for $2.95 billion of that amount. Holiday-goers, who stayed for an average of 4.5 nights, came from Florida, other U.S. states, and countries like Canada, Germany, and the U.K.
Wouldn't it be awesome if those tourists stayed in your rental property? Of course, it would, and by following practical vacation rental hosting tips, you can attract these holiday-goers, make them want to come back, and even recommend it to their family and friends.
So, join PMI Brevard as we share hosting advice and insights into making your vacation rental business successful!
Establish a Fair Rental Rate
One of the most critical guest satisfaction tips is ensuring your vacation rental property is worth every penny you charge. So, research comparable properties and their prices before deciding on a fee. You can use their rates as your basis and increase yours if you offer amenities they don't.
Welcome Pets
Dogster.com reports that 78% of U.S. pet owners travel with their pets yearly. If you don't allow pets on your property, you risk losing potential guests and their furry BFFs to hosts who do.
Implementing a pet-friendly vacation rental policy can help you avoid missing out on those opportunities. However, you should still do your due diligence and thoroughly screen guests and their pets.
Prepare a Welcome Basket
To start things off right, gift guests a thoughtfully prepared welcome basket. If they have children and furry family members, fill the basket with healthy, kid- and pet-friendly treats and goodies from local Brevard County businesses. If your rental has a bathtub, put a few self-care items for the adults, too, such as eco-friendly, plant-based bath bombs.
Provide a Handy-Dandy Local Area Guide
Make your guests feel like locals by providing them tips and tricks using your local knowledge of:
- The best Brevard County attractions
- Nearby activities for kids, adults, and everyone who's a kid at heart
- Top (and nearby) dining and shopping establishments
- Banks and ATMs
Remember to include your contact information in the guide so guests can quickly call or text you with any concerns or questions.
Keep Your Property Sparkling and Clean
Always schedule regular rental property maintenance, including cleaning before every arrival and after every check-out. The last thing you want is for guests to find spills, stains, trash, or rotten food in your vacation rental. If this ever happens to them, prepare for a prickly, negative review that can hurt your bottom line in the short and long run.
Follow These Practical Vacation Rental Hosting Tips
From establishing a fair rental rate to providing a welcome basket and allowing pets on your property, these are some of the most crucial vacation rental hosting tips to abide by. By following them, you'll be one step closer to getting all those 5-star reviews.
To simplify things further, consider partnering with our full-service vacation property management firm, PMI Brevard. We'll do everything, from booking to housekeeping and property maintenance, and you can count on us to be present 24/7. We're also a proud member of PMI, a national property management company with over 20 years of industry experience.
Speak with us today for a free analysis of your Brevard County property!
