Keys for Vacation Rental Success

Learn the Basics. If you are interested in buying a home that would do well for vacation rentals, then you have come to the right place. Let's start with the most important factors and amenities for vacation rentals in the Boone area.


The Home

  • Location - preferably not more than 10-15 minutes to a developed retail area; a little further OK if hit other amenities
  • Mountain Style - when people vacation here, most prefer a cabin or mountain style home with exposed wood; mountain style decor;
  • Views - long-range, multi-layered views are premium, but valley views and shorter mountain views can be very good also
  • Air Conditioning - yes, it's cool here, but vacationers from the city like to be able to use A/C and sleep with windows locked;
  • Second Living Area – usually the basement, sometimes elsewhere; a place where young people can watch a movie while adults in main living area;
  • Master on Main – large portion of the rental market is family groups; often some elderly; MoM minimizes steps during a stay
  • King Bed – at least one king bed in the house is preferable for rentals (often for the parents or grandparents paying for the trip!);
  • Lower Level Bedrooms – a bunk room for kids adjacent to the downstairs den and game area works; but air quality is lower; better most bedrooms main or upper.

Amenities

  • Hot Tub - a very popular amenity for vacationers; for relaxing and enjoying the views and mountain air after a busy day of activities;
  • Pool Table / Game Tables / Rec Room - preferably in a separate living area; a place for kids to play and fun for the family;
  • Leather Furniture - again in keeping with the mountain style;
  • Flat Screens and Wifi - rustic is nice, but most prefer the comforts of home!

We have helped more than 350 homeowners get set up for rentals. Give us a call at (828)964-1878. Or email us.