We’ll clean and check your home before each stay, but there are a few things you should do in advance.
How Much Preparation Is Needed?
This depends on your home’s condition and usage. A second home used occasionally requires different prep than a family home rented out for school holidays. Our goal is to keep the process simple and worthwhile for you.
Tip: Think about what you’d expect from a rental. Seeing your home through a guest’s eyes helps make preparation feel more natural.
Privacy & Security
If you have areas you don’t want guests to access, mark them as private. We can provide tamper tape if needed. However, since no method fully prevents access, valuables and cash should be securely stored or removed.
Key Preparation Steps
1. Kitchen & Fridge
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Empty the fridge to avoid bad smells. Housekeeping may discard items, but it’s best to clear it yourself.
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Store any items you’re keeping in a single drawer and label it private.
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Free up at least one freezer drawer and an empty cupboard for guest use.
2. Beds & Bedrooms
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Strip beds but leave protectors on.
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Store your linens securely to avoid mix-ups.
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Clear bedside tables and leave an empty top drawer for guests.
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Provide at least half a wardrobe and two drawers per bedroom.
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For longer stays (over a week), more storage is recommended. We can arrange hanging rails if needed (additional cost applies).
3. Bathroom
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Empty laundry baskets and tidy away toiletries and towels.
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Don’t leave out personal items like toothbrushes.
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Keep surfaces clear for guest use.
4. Decluttering
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If surfaces are already clear, no action is needed.
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If your home feels cluttered, do a quick sweep to tidy items into storage.
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Guests expect a lived-in home, but not an overcrowded one.
Final Thoughts
The first prep may take the longest, but it gets easier over time. A little effort upfront ensures a great experience for your guests and maximises your hosting success.