How to Makeover Your Holiday Let Over One Weekend!

    Time is a rare commodity these days, we live hectic lifestyles and redecorating our living spaces if often put off for months on end. Commonly, it is seen as a time-consuming process, particularly for property owners who are redecorating a second...

    by Pass the Keys

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    Airbnb Tips

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    Holiday Let Management

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    Copeland and South Lakeland

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    16 May 2018

    Time is a rare commodity these days, we live hectic lifestyles and redecorating our living spaces if often put off for months on end. Commonly, it is seen as a time-consuming process, particularly for property owners who are redecorating a second property outside the area. You might expect renovating your entire property to take weeks, or maybe even months, but we’ve found some great tips, tricks, and hacks that allow you to carry out home improvements in just one weekend - meaning you don’t have to miss out on those bookings!
     
    Give Your Holiday Let a Makeover in Just One Weekend
     

    1. Upcycle That Furniture

    Guests will immediately take notice and appreciate that an old cabinet or table now has a ‘vintage-esque’ look thanks to a simple repaint job. You can easily modernise a new piece of furniture by repainting or repurposing homegoods. This allows you to buy antique or cheaper furniture, saving you considerable sums, and giving the furniture a new lease of life rather than throwing it away. Start by painting a wooden desk a neutral shade and painting the table legs a pastel blue. Or go for a sleeker look by spray painting your table lamp stands in a beautiful chrome. There are tonnes of guides out there, giving you step-by-step help on how to repaint furniture.

    2. Go Big or Go Home

    Each reception room or larger bedroom should have a focal point, whether it be a bespoke headboard, an antique armchair, or even a large piece of hanging artwork. Making a statement is key - try and draw the eye to a multiple picture gallery wall, a large mirror, or an original fireplace.

    3. Soft Furnishings

    Switching up your furnishings are a simple, cost- effective way to change the style or colour theme of a room without having to repaint any walls or buy new furniture. Add some fluffy cushions to your living room armchair for extra comfort, or add a throw to the master bed which can double up as a blanket for your guests. The people staying in your home will love a soft carpeted rug if you have hard-floors in your bedrooms.

     

    4. Be Eco-Friendly

    Guests absolutely love an apartment or home that goes the extra mile to protect the planet. You can use plants and greenery around the home to make your space feel more outdoorsy if there is no garden, or you can use artificial succulents so you don’t have to worry about maintaining them. Simple changes such as energy efficient light bulbs and appliances help to optimise your Airbnb ranking. Being eco-friendly also extends to your decor. Find out how to make your holiday let more eco-friendly and also check out some other host tips.
     

    5. Move The Furniture Around

    This is probably the first thing people do before getting lost with what to do next, but it is easy enough to move your sofa from one wall to another. Moving big pieces of furniture around can transform a room. If you don't know where to start, create a centre point of the room, maybe a fireplace or a coffee table, and focus your furniture around that. Also, having an antique fireplace or a bay window will really bring some character to your holiday let.

    Once you have taken care of your property’s decor, let Pass The Keys manage the rest of your holiday let. From our 24 hour check-in service to complimentary hotel style towels, toiletries and linens for each guest, Pass The Keys property management service allows you to relax while we look after your property, find you the best occupancy rate, and maximise your rental revenue. Find out how much you could earn today.

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