Aloha! Today's STR Share is The Nene Nest Kauai, hosted by Melissa and Kyle.

What we LOVE about their instagram is that they have an island playlist to listen to on Spotify. What a great way to have your guests (and fans) tune in to your vibe! They also let everyone know on their IG account that they are just 152 steps to the ocean... talk about an island DREAM!

They have their own website, and on it they have a "featured in" section where they list all their PR. Leverage media and PR opportunities! See if your story and your space is worth sharing on blogs, podcasts (hint hint), local newspapers, you name it!

The Nene Nest Kauai on Instagram

The Nene Nest Kauai Website

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We would love to feature YOU, so don’t forget to use the #STRShareSunday to get your chance! 

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Robert Abasolo is a tiny home builder, “glampsite owner,” and Airbnb Superhost. Passionate about sharing his knowledge, he started a Youtube channel at the beginning of 2020 and was recently named Youtube's Creator on the Rise.

Robert and his wife packed up their bags and moved to Los Angeles, where he quickly discovered Airbnb and the financial freedom that the platform afforded him and his wife. After a successful first year where he paid off over half of his mortgage by renting out the basement, he built a tiny home in his backyard in Los Angeles, started documenting the journey on YouTube, and the rest is history.

Rob consults on how to build tiny homes around the country and how to set-up glamp listings on Airbnb. In this conversation, he shares how he made the leap into the world of short term rentals, how he then went on to becoming a rising YouTube sensation, and how he made the plan to scale up his short term rental business over time. He’s also...

Time for #STRShareSunday! This week we want to share The Tahoe House!

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This *might* be a first... the Tahoe House shared our hashtag in a reel!

They might be new to AirBnb, but what we LOVE is that they've been creating excitement as they take us along on their journey of creating this space as they bought it and rehabbed it. They were already collecting emails before they even opened (awesome)!

Even though they aren't even open yet, they are still CRUSHING the marketing game, proving that you don't have to be an established STR to start doing these things. We also LOVE their branding: signage, pillows, coasters, custom robes (omg)... you name it! We love the brand they are building, so go give them some love!

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The Tahoe House on AirBnb

The Tahoe House on Instagram

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We would love to feature YOU, so don’t forget to use the #STRShareSunday to get your chance!

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Are you ready to master your hosting...

In the rental industry, we all REALLY depend on our turnover teams. They’re an essential part of making sure business runs smoothly and that our guests are happy. So what do you do if you notice room for improvement, but don’t want to come across as rude or obsessive?

This is not about your demands as the host, it’s about giving the guest the best experience possible. Keep in mind, no one is going to care about your business as much as you do. That being said, your turnover team is operating their own business, and they want to keep their client (you) happy just as much as you want to keep your guests happy. 

So how do we give constructive criticism to this important part of our business?

1. Have experience in what you’re asking them to do. Make sure it’s possible and make sure they have the tools to accomplish it.
2. Consider developing the role of inspector. It is asking a lot to have the turnover team also do an inspection.
3. Let your turnover...

Time for #STRShareSunday! This week is a little different... since there was no episode this week, we're going to highlight one of our listings and some STR #protips

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This listing is located in Columbus and hosted by Nestrs

Here's a few STR tips to glean from this space:

There is an attached garage, which the owner wasn't sure if they wanted to include, however, guests LOVE the off-street parking. Think how much you would normally pay for parking downtown! Knowing that their car is safe in a garage is HUGE for guests, so the takeaway here is even a simple amenity like parking can make all the difference for your guests!

Highlight the amazing things about your property, but also highlight the quirks. In this listing, there's only one full bathroom, and it's located on the first floor off the kitchen, while the two bedrooms are upstairs. I make sure to make this clear in the listing so my elderly guests or guests of limited mobility are aware!

This home is in a great location...

Time for #STRShareSunday! This week we want to share the Little River Tiny House

Hosted by Amber and Tyler and located in Tennessee, this rental has been TWO years in the making! They have been building this from the GROUND UP and we are so excited for them because they JUST launched it on AirBnb.

If you head over to their instagram feed, you'll see it's ON POINT with gorgeous pictures, branded highlights, and all the natural amenities and sights that potential guests can see.

Also... their rooftop deck... when can we come over for some cocktails and stargazing!? Amber and Tyler, we are so excited for you and we've enjoyed following your journey!

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Little River Tiny House on Airbnb

Little River Tiny House on Instagram

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We would love to feature YOU, so don’t forget to use the #STRShareSunday to get your chance!

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Are you ready to master your hosting business without sacrificing guest experience? ...

Never stop experimenting — that’s the theme of this conversation with the people behind POP Rentals.

Sarah Nie is a professional vacation rental manager and director of guest experiences at POP Rentals, a company she founded in 2011 and will soon be operating with Karen Gleason of POP Realty Group. Their team helps anyone buy, sell, or rent in western North Carolina. With Sarah’s expertise in helping others take full advantage of technology and Karen’s 20+ years of real estate experience, they’ve managed to take their individual strengths and combine them into a business that is greater than the sum of its parts. They both have a few topics they brought to discuss how they’re managing their rental business, and how they continue to experiment with doing things differently to remain competitive and bring in more revenue.

Eliminating refundable damage deposits

Short-term rentals are often directly competing with the hotel industry. They have...

This week we want to share A Little Southern Stay!

Whatever it is that gets you down, you always have to go back to your "why". Jay and Kelly know their "why," and that's their daughters!

Let's talk about their hospitality, which is SO important. The special touches they put in their STR: shaving kits, makeup wipes, iron & ironing board... all the little things a guest might forget or might need, they have it!

They let their guests know their extra cleaning procedures, and also give great information about the top things to do nearby. Go check them out, give them a follow and a heart!

A Little Southern Stay on Airbnb

A Little Southern Stay on Instagram

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We would love to feature YOU, so don’t forget to use the #STRShareSunday to get your chance!

The turnover process is the foundation of a thriving rental business. If you’re not ready for that next guest, they are going to let you know.

One role we haven’t discussed before is that of the inspector. Whether you’re doing your research before you start renting, you’re just starting, you’re feeling hosting fatigue, or you’re a seasoned renter with hundreds of units, this information will be relevant to you. Utilizing the role of inspector effectively can be an absolute game-changer for your business. Let’s talk about how you can implement this in your business, shall we?

What the heck is an inspector?

Whether this is you in the early stages of business or part of your turnover team as your business grows, the inspector is someone who can come in after your cleaning team with a fresh set of eyes to see all the things your guests are likely going to see. Our cleaning teams are under a lot of pressure, and this role is meant to add...

Located in Blue Ridge, NC, this 70s style A-frame is hosted by Emily & John Smith!

They have their own website, you guys! Their link is in their instagram, and it's FABULOUS.

Our favorite thing about their on their website, they have a pop-up where you can sign up to be notified of last minute cancellations! They collect emails before people have even stayed there. GENIUS.

If you want to stay there, they are BOOKED UP every weekend for the rest of 2020, so start planning for 2021!

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Appalachian A-Frame on Instagram

Appalachian A-Frame Website

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We would love to feature YOU, so don’t forget to use the #STRShareSunday to get your chance!