Holiday Rental Decorating......Winter Part 1

 This time of year can be stressful for a lot of people and having a place to vacation and relax is a top priority for all of those booking vacation rentals.  So how do you make your rental festive and welcoming with minimal maintenance?  Let's start with the entry first.  If your vacation rental is in a high rise or multi-unit building, consider a wreath for the door.  There are many options including feathers, dried floral, twigs, live greenery and preserved. Hanging a wreath will also make your unit easier for your guests to find and add a punch of color to your door..  If you have an entry path or porch, try some evergreen potted plants.  Boxwood's are a great option for this because they are easy maintenance and always look fresh.  If you want to incorporate lights, keep it clean and simple with clear lights.  Here are some ideas for creating a festive entry.

 

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Stay here.....Pioneertown, CA

This week's rental is literally off the grid and is located in the high desert city of Pioneertown in California.  This fabulous rental is powered by solar panels and is a prototype for the pre-engineered "itHouse".  The location of this rental is remote with stunning views all around.  There is one bedroom and one bathroom with a retro modern fireplace and kitchen.  Rates on this fabulous rental start at $350 per day.  For additional information and booking, click here.

If you're interested in maximizing your occupancy and creating one of a kind guest accomodations, contact me at Guest House Interiors.

Stay here.....Suffolk, England

This weeks rental keeps us on the other side of the pond and is located just south of the town of Thorpeness in Suffolk, England.  Named "The Dune House", this fabulous rental is designed by Jarmund/Vigsnæs Architects from Norway in collaboration with Living Architecture.  The Dune House sleeps a total of 9 people and has 4 bedrooms each with en suite bathroom.  There is a gourmet equipped kitchen, high quality Egyptian cotton linens, luxurious towels and complimentary skincare which are provided to ensure your stay is comfortable and memorable.  Modern conveniences such as Wifi, TV, DVD and library with a variety books are included as well.  The Dune House is one of several installations by Living Architecture  who's mission is to create an appreciation of architecture through affordable vacation rentals.  They do this by commissioning some of the most talented architects to create one of a kind rentals in beautiful locations throughout Britain.  The Dune House rates start at £22 per person per night.  To see available dates to learn more about this fabulous rental, visit Living Architecture.

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Stay here.....Dunmow, England

This weeks rental is situated in the countryside just outside of the town of Tilty in Dunmow, Essex (England).  This fabulous rental is a combination of several 17th century barns and was designed by architect John Pawson.  Each building is unique and every effort has been made to maintain the character of the building so guests can enjoy the beautiful architectural elements of these agricultural buildings. The owner, Fi McGhee, photographed and documented the restoration and subsequently published a book on it titled, "The Barn".  This property can accommodate 10-12 guests plus 2 dogs and a 1 horse.  The beautiful main barn is fitted as a game room complete with ping pong table, board games and plenty of seating for catching up with friends or reading.  The Cart Lodge is used as the Dining Room with beautiful views of the menage and seats up to 14.  6 bedrooms total each with full height windows to allow every guest to enjoy the rolling countryside and open fields.   Polished concrete floors throughout, fully equipped kitchen, washing machine and computer with WiFi and fax make this property ideal for large groups of guests. Day trips to Cambridge, Newmarket and the seaside make this location ideal for those wanting to explore the area.  Golf, fishing, swimming and horseback riding are also in the immediate area and can be arranged in advance.  Prices vary however 5 nights in Peak Season for 10 guests is 6,500.00 GBP.  For availability and booking click here.

If you are interested in maximizing your occupancy and creating one of a kind guest accomodations, contact me at Guest House Interiors.

Holiday Rental Decorating....Fall

When guests book your rental for the holidays, most of them will be celebrating the season as well as catching up on some R&R.  For some, going someplace else takes the pressure off of having to do it all at home.  For others, it may be that they want to experience a holiday in another land and learn about another culture.  Then, there are those that do not recognize any of these occasions and just want to have a nice weekend away. What is a vacation rental owner to do?  Well, here are some ways that you can acknowledge the season with thoughtful decor and make your guests feel welcome no matter what the occasion is.  Since it's fall, let's talk about that first.  It's not necessary to put out scarecrows and spooky decorations to celebrate the season. Instead, think about using some gourds and baskets and incorporate some Indian corn or dried grasses as a low maintenance way to transition your decor .  Do you have a lot of trees on your rental property?  Fallen branches can look beautiful in a tall glass vase or placed on a mantle.  Taking cues from your natural environment is not only a great way to embrace the season, but it's also a creative and inexpensive way to bring the outdoors in.  Need some visual inspiration?  Here are some fall inspired interiors.

 

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Stay here.....Joshua Tree, CA

This weeks rental is a golden goddess by architect Robert Stone and is located just outside of Joshua Tree National Park in Joshua Tree, California. This is truly a place to connect with nature.  The name of this rental is "Acido Dorado" and it really is a one of a kind rental.  Clad in metallic shades of gold and mirrored to reflect the beautiful surroundings, this 1400 square foot house has two master bedrooms with en suite bathrooms that open to their own private atrium. The main living space includes a fully equipped kitchen, a rock your socks off I-pod docking stereo system and a seating area with a mirrored mosaic reflecting pool and spa.  The outside living area includes a seating area, fire pit and barbeque.  Prices start at $420 per night.  This is sure to be one guest experience you will never forget.  For more information on this rental or the other property, "Rosa Muerta"  click here.

If you're interested in maximizing your occupancy and creating one of a kind guest accomodations, contact me at Guest House Interiors.