{"id":730,"date":"2018-01-25T20:24:40","date_gmt":"2018-01-25T20:24:40","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/?p=730"},"modified":"2019-06-26T17:29:19","modified_gmt":"2019-06-26T17:29:19","slug":"10-tips-for-choosing-building-materials-for-a-vacation-rental-property","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/10-tips-for-choosing-building-materials-for-a-vacation-rental-property\/","title":{"rendered":"10 Tips for Choosing Building Materials for a Vacation Rental Property"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">So you\u2019ve bought an investment property and you\u2019re ready to renovate it and start managing it as a vacation rental for AirBnb, VRBO, HomeAway, or Mr. &amp; Mrs. Smith, etc. You likely have a lot of design-build questions! Not to fear, we\u2019re here to help. These spaces are all about escapism and fun: an intriguing cross between hospitality spaces and cozy home environments. Just the kind of puzzle designers like us love to solve!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-745 size-full\" title=\"Vacation Rental Property Living Room in Los Angeles\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.59.04-AM.png?resize=1080%2C718&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Vacation Rental Property Living Room in Los Angeles\" width=\"1080\" height=\"718\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.59.04-AM.png?w=2020&amp;ssl=1 2020w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.59.04-AM.png?resize=300%2C199&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.59.04-AM.png?resize=768%2C510&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.59.04-AM.png?resize=1024%2C680&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.59.04-AM.png?resize=1080%2C718&amp;ssl=1 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We get a lot of calls to work on renovating vacation rentals and we absolutely love it! We\u2019re answering all of your questions like: What building materials are ideal for a vacation rental property? What materials should you avoid? Where should you prioritize investing in the renovation? Where should you save money? Read on, because we\u2019re sharing 10 Tips for Renovating Your Vacation Rental Property:<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignnone wp-image-736 size-full\" title=\"10 Tips for Renovating Your Vacation Rental Property\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/vrbovairbnb.jpg?resize=1080%2C561&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"10 Tips for Renovating Your Vacation Rental Property\" width=\"1080\" height=\"561\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/vrbovairbnb.jpg?w=1934&amp;ssl=1 1934w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/vrbovairbnb.jpg?resize=300%2C156&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/vrbovairbnb.jpg?resize=768%2C399&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/vrbovairbnb.jpg?resize=1024%2C532&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/vrbovairbnb.jpg?resize=1080%2C561&amp;ssl=1 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/p>\n<h1><b>10 Tips for Choosing Building Materials for Your Vacation Rental Property<\/b><\/h1>\n<hr \/>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<h2><b> New Floors for Your Vacation Rental Property<\/b><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Floors need to be durable and easy to clean. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We love luxury vinyl planks in a wood style. The floors are easy to put down, requiring less labor, and can be seamless throughout the unit into kitchens and bathrooms. \u00a0An additional bonus to having one floor throughout is that it makes the space look bigger. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-743 size-full\" title=\"New Floors for Your Vacation Rental Property\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.03.38-PM.png?resize=1080%2C717&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"New Floors for Your Vacation Rental Property\" width=\"1080\" height=\"717\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.03.38-PM.png?w=2014&amp;ssl=1 2014w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.03.38-PM.png?resize=300%2C199&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.03.38-PM.png?resize=768%2C510&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.03.38-PM.png?resize=1024%2C680&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.03.38-PM.png?resize=1080%2C717&amp;ssl=1 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-738 size-full\" title=\"New Floors for Your Vacation Rental Property\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.16.13-PM.png?resize=1080%2C1117&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"New Floors for Your Vacation Rental Property\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1117\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.16.13-PM.png?w=1300&amp;ssl=1 1300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.16.13-PM.png?resize=290%2C300&amp;ssl=1 290w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.16.13-PM.png?resize=768%2C794&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.16.13-PM.png?resize=990%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 990w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.16.13-PM.png?resize=1080%2C1117&amp;ssl=1 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width: 120px; height: 240px;\" src=\"\/\/ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/q?ServiceVersion=20070822&amp;OneJS=1&amp;Operation=GetAdHtml&amp;MarketPlace=US&amp;source=ac&amp;ref=tf_til&amp;ad_type=product_link&amp;tracking_id=loridennisi0b-20&amp;marketplace=amazon&amp;region=US&amp;placement=B00QM95KKI&amp;asins=B00QM95KKI&amp;linkId=a260bd690baf3b0d0def7780cc2555e3&amp;show_border=false&amp;link_opens_in_new_window=true&amp;price_color=333333&amp;title_color=0066c0&amp;bg_color=ffffff\" width=\"300\" height=\"150\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><br \/>\n<\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cement or porcelain tiles are also great options, as they are beautiful, durable and can take on the look of stone, wood or decorative patterns. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_740\" style=\"width: 460px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.villalagoontile.com\/tangier-encaustic-cement-tile.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-740\" class=\"wp-image-740 size-full\" title=\"Cement or porcelain tiles are also great options, as they are beautiful, durable and can take on the look of stone, wood or decorative patterns. \" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/tangier-primero-cement-tile-7x5-450.jpg?resize=450%2C321&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Cement or porcelain tiles are also great options, as they are beautiful, durable and can take on the look of stone, wood or decorative patterns. \" width=\"450\" height=\"321\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/tangier-primero-cement-tile-7x5-450.jpg?w=450&amp;ssl=1 450w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/tangier-primero-cement-tile-7x5-450.jpg?resize=300%2C214&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/tangier-primero-cement-tile-7x5-450.jpg?resize=400%2C284&amp;ssl=1 400w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 450px) 100vw, 450px\" \/><\/a><p id=\"caption-attachment-740\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Shop Villa Lagoon Tile<\/p><\/div>\n<ol start=\"2\">\n<li>\n<h2><b> \u00a0Surfaces of Furniture &amp; Counters<\/b><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure that the surfaces can take a beating and are scratch proof. Pro Tip:\u00a0<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For wood surfaces on desks, buffets, book shelves, etc. place a piece of glass on top so things don&#8217;t get scratched.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-750 size-full\" title=\"Scratch Proof Surfaces in vacation rental properties\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/unnamed-2.png?resize=591%2C888&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Scratch Proof Surfaces in vacation rental properties\" width=\"591\" height=\"888\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/unnamed-2.png?w=591&amp;ssl=1 591w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/unnamed-2.png?resize=200%2C300&amp;ssl=1 200w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 591px) 100vw, 591px\" \/><\/p>\n<ol start=\"3\">\n<li>\n<h2><b> Bathroom Appliances for Your Vacation Rental Property<\/b><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Forgo bathtubs and install showers instead in the remodel. \u00a0Showers save water which is not only great for the environment, but also your bottom line. Dual flush, low flow toilets will cut back on water usage as well.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-747 size-full\" title=\"Bathroom Appliances for Your Vacation Rental Property\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.12.19-PM.png?resize=892%2C1344&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Bathroom Appliances for Your Vacation Rental Property\" width=\"892\" height=\"1344\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.12.19-PM.png?w=892&amp;ssl=1 892w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.12.19-PM.png?resize=199%2C300&amp;ssl=1 199w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.12.19-PM.png?resize=768%2C1157&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.12.19-PM.png?resize=680%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 680w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 892px) 100vw, 892px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In the shower, use as seamless a material as possible so cleaning is easier. When you don&#8217;t have as many grout lines, you&#8217;ll collect less mold and mildew, making clean-up easy. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-754 size-full\" title=\"Bathroom Appliances for Your Vacation Rental Property\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.14.20-PM.png?resize=890%2C1344&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Bathroom Appliances for Your Vacation Rental Property\" width=\"890\" height=\"1344\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.14.20-PM.png?w=890&amp;ssl=1 890w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.14.20-PM.png?resize=199%2C300&amp;ssl=1 199w, 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shrsl_timer = setInterval(function() { if (! shrs_galleryLoaded){var frameEl = document.getElementById(shrs_strRNum); frameNode = (frameEl.contentWindow) ? frameEl.contentWindow : (frameEl.contentDocument.document) ? frameEl.contentDocument.document : frameEl.contentDocument;var bContent = frameNode.document.body.innerHTML; if (bContent.trim().length <= 0) shrsl_loadGallery(shrs_strRNum, shrsl_gallery_str); else shrs_galleryLoaded = true; frameEl.style.border = 'none';}}, 1000);<\/script><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Make sure you have a place to put items down in the bathroom. Some type of counter or storage space is essential. We recommend opting for a vanity, rather than a free-standing sink. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"4\">\n<li>\n<h2><b> Kitchen Renovation in Your Vacation Rental<\/b><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We love butcher block for kitchen counters. It\u2019s a timeless look, and the surface can be sanded down if\/when any damage or wear occurs. As an added bonus, installation and material costs are much lower than stone or tile. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-733 size-full\" title=\"Kitchen Renovation in Vacation Rental\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.39.33-AM.png?resize=1080%2C719&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Kitchen Renovation in Vacation Rental\" width=\"1080\" height=\"719\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.39.33-AM.png?w=2020&amp;ssl=1 2020w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.39.33-AM.png?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.39.33-AM.png?resize=768%2C511&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.39.33-AM.png?resize=1024%2C681&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.39.33-AM.png?resize=1080%2C719&amp;ssl=1 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-739 size-full\" title=\"Kitchen Detail in vacation rental\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.43.00-AM.png?resize=896%2C1348&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Kitchen Detail in vacation rental\" width=\"896\" height=\"1348\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.43.00-AM.png?w=896&amp;ssl=1 896w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.43.00-AM.png?resize=199%2C300&amp;ssl=1 199w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.43.00-AM.png?resize=768%2C1155&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.43.00-AM.png?resize=681%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 681w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 896px) 100vw, 896px\" \/> <img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-744 size-full\" title=\"Kitchen Detail in vacation rental\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.48.32-AM.png?resize=894%2C1346&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Kitchen Detail in vacation rental\" width=\"894\" height=\"1346\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.48.32-AM.png?w=894&amp;ssl=1 894w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.48.32-AM.png?resize=199%2C300&amp;ssl=1 199w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.48.32-AM.png?resize=768%2C1156&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.48.32-AM.png?resize=680%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 680w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 894px) 100vw, 894px\" \/><\/p>\n<ol start=\"5\">\n<li>\n<h2><b> \u00a0Choosing Lighting for Your Vacation Home<\/b><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With energy saving LED lights you can light the space like pro. \u00a0Use a combination of ceiling light, floor lamps and sconces or table lamps in each room. Layering light is essential for enhances a guest\u2019s experience. As an extra energy saving tip: Add automatic sensors for lights so when guests leave a space, the lights go off.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-748 size-full\" title=\"Modern coastal bedroom in vacation rental\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.07.26-PM.png?resize=1080%2C718&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Modern coastal bedroom in vacation rental\" width=\"1080\" height=\"718\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.07.26-PM.png?w=2018&amp;ssl=1 2018w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.07.26-PM.png?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.07.26-PM.png?resize=768%2C511&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.07.26-PM.png?resize=1024%2C681&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.07.26-PM.png?resize=1080%2C718&amp;ssl=1 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/p>\n<ol start=\"6\">\n<li>\n<h2><b> \u00a0Heat and Ventilation in Vacation Rentals<\/b><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Install Ceiling Fans in bedrooms and living spaces to circulate air. \u00a0Be sure windows are easy to operate, and if you are in a hot, humid climate, air conditioning is a must. Install thermostats that control the space that guests occupy so they will be comfortable and have control. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width: 120px; height: 240px;\" src=\"\/\/ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/q?ServiceVersion=20070822&amp;OneJS=1&amp;Operation=GetAdHtml&amp;MarketPlace=US&amp;source=ac&amp;ref=tf_til&amp;ad_type=product_link&amp;tracking_id=loridennisi0b-20&amp;marketplace=amazon&amp;region=US&amp;placement=B0131RG6VK&amp;asins=B0131RG6VK&amp;linkId=c3ecf5d5323c5844cddb1b2f8a8522e7&amp;show_border=false&amp;link_opens_in_new_window=true&amp;price_color=333333&amp;title_color=0066c0&amp;bg_color=ffffff\" width=\"300\" height=\"150\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><br \/>\n<\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider installing smart thermostats, which allow you to regulate going above or below certain temperature. We highly recommend the Nest, which is sleek in design, and easy to install and operate. As a nice bonus, it\u2019s an inexpensive buy on amazon. <\/span><\/p>\n<ol start=\"7\">\n<li>\n<h2><b> Install KeyPad Locks on Vacation Rental Properties<\/b><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There's nothing worse than getting a call at 2AM from a guest who has lost a key. But this situation is all too avoidable! Keypad locks are an easy way to make sure this never happens and provide an easy check in and out for guests. There is not enough that can be said for the time-saving investment of a keypad lock.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-737 size-full\" title=\"Surfer guy at Los Angeles vacation rental\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.38.32-AM.png?resize=890%2C1338&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Surfer guy at Los Angeles vacation rental\" width=\"890\" height=\"1338\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.38.32-AM.png?w=890&amp;ssl=1 890w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.38.32-AM.png?resize=200%2C300&amp;ssl=1 200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.38.32-AM.png?resize=768%2C1155&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.38.32-AM.png?resize=681%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 681w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 890px) 100vw, 890px\" \/><\/p>\n<ol start=\"8\">\n<li>\n<h2><b> \u00a0Storage Space in Your Vacation Rental Property <\/b><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Designate a space to store suitcases, luggage, linens and pillow, along with drawers and a hanging rod for guests\u2019 clothing. \u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-734 size-full\" title=\"Walk in closet in Los Angeles vacation rental\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.42.48-AM.png?resize=906%2C1346&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Walk in closet in Los Angeles vacation rental\" width=\"906\" height=\"1346\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.42.48-AM.png?w=906&amp;ssl=1 906w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.42.48-AM.png?resize=202%2C300&amp;ssl=1 202w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.42.48-AM.png?resize=768%2C1141&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.42.48-AM.png?resize=689%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 689w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 906px) 100vw, 906px\" \/><\/p>\n<ol start=\"9\">\n<li>\n<h2><b> \u00a0Paint &amp; Where to Add Color <\/b><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Cover walls in clean white paint. White is neutral and accepted across any and all demographics that could be staying at your place. Save any color for accessorizing!\u00a0Add color with elements that are easy to change out like rugs, curtains, pillows.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-741 size-full\" title=\"California vacation rental property living room\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.43.16-AM.png?resize=1080%2C1279&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"California vacation rental property living room\" width=\"1080\" height=\"1279\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.43.16-AM.png?w=1138&amp;ssl=1 1138w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.43.16-AM.png?resize=253%2C300&amp;ssl=1 253w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.43.16-AM.png?resize=768%2C910&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.43.16-AM.png?resize=864%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 864w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.43.16-AM.png?resize=1080%2C1279&amp;ssl=1 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/> <img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-735 size-full\" title=\"California vacation rental property bedroom\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.46.40-AM.png?resize=1080%2C777&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"California vacation rental property bedroom\" width=\"1080\" height=\"777\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.46.40-AM.png?w=1876&amp;ssl=1 1876w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.46.40-AM.png?resize=300%2C216&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.46.40-AM.png?resize=768%2C553&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.46.40-AM.png?resize=1024%2C737&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.46.40-AM.png?resize=1080%2C777&amp;ssl=1 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/p>\n<ol start=\"10\">\n<li>\n<h2><b> \u00a0Outdoor Space <\/b><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have it, utilize any outdoor space to the max, even if it's an entry with a few plants and chairs. Gravel or hard surface are ideal to keep clean and help to greatly reduce water usage. Install low maintenance plants wherever possible and privacy screens--your guests will certainly appreciate them!<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-742 size-full\" title=\"Outdoor lounge in Los Angeles\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.20.03-PM.png?resize=1080%2C763&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Outdoor lounge in Los Angeles\" width=\"1080\" height=\"763\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.20.03-PM.png?w=1904&amp;ssl=1 1904w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.20.03-PM.png?resize=300%2C212&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.20.03-PM.png?resize=768%2C543&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.20.03-PM.png?resize=1024%2C724&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.20.03-PM.png?resize=400%2C284&amp;ssl=1 400w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.20.03-PM.png?resize=1080%2C763&amp;ssl=1 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/>\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you don't have an outdoor space, create an area where you can bring the outdoors in. This can be done by having an area where natural light is available. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><iframe loading=\"lazy\" style=\"width: 120px; height: 240px;\" src=\"\/\/ws-na.amazon-adsystem.com\/widgets\/q?ServiceVersion=20070822&amp;OneJS=1&amp;Operation=GetAdHtml&amp;MarketPlace=US&amp;source=ac&amp;ref=tf_til&amp;ad_type=product_link&amp;tracking_id=loridennisi0b-20&amp;marketplace=amazon&amp;region=US&amp;placement=B073YDG9N9&amp;asins=B073YDG9N9&amp;linkId=96ffb15e0b0bd9894e35a3b0ef11f5d0&amp;show_border=false&amp;link_opens_in_new_window=true&amp;price_color=333333&amp;title_color=0066c0&amp;bg_color=ffffff\" width=\"300\" height=\"150\" frameborder=\"0\" marginwidth=\"0\" marginheight=\"0\" scrolling=\"no\"><br \/>\n<\/iframe><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Consider\u00a0installing a window with a view of trees outdoor or a skylight with a view to the clouds. Non-spiky succulents are a great plant choice for indoors as they only have to be watered about every 6 weeks. <\/span><\/p>\n<h1><b>To recap\u2026 <\/b><b>5 Things to Consider When Renovating Your Vacation Rental Property<\/b><\/h1>\n<hr \/>\n<ol>\n<li>\n<h2><b> Cleanable Materials<\/b><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You need the space to be easily cleanable if you want \u00a0to turn your mini-hotel over quickly between\u00a0check outs and check ins.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_762\" style=\"width: 1794px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-762\" class=\"wp-image-762 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.16.32-PM.png?resize=1080%2C814&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"1080\" height=\"814\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.16.32-PM.png?w=1784&amp;ssl=1 1784w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.16.32-PM.png?resize=300%2C226&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.16.32-PM.png?resize=768%2C579&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.16.32-PM.png?resize=1024%2C771&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.16.32-PM.png?resize=1080%2C814&amp;ssl=1 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-762\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Before Kitchen<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"attachment_733\" style=\"width: 2030px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-733\" class=\"wp-image-733 size-full\" title=\"Kitchen Renovation in Los Angeles Vacation Rental\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.39.33-AM.png?resize=1080%2C719&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Kitchen Renovation in Los Angeles Vacation Rental\" width=\"1080\" height=\"719\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.39.33-AM.png?w=2020&amp;ssl=1 2020w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.39.33-AM.png?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.39.33-AM.png?resize=768%2C511&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.39.33-AM.png?resize=1024%2C681&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.39.33-AM.png?resize=1080%2C719&amp;ssl=1 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-733\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">After Kitchen<\/p><\/div>\n<ol start=\"2\">\n<li>\n<h2><b> Durability<\/b><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Any building materials you choose should be incredibly durable. Vacation rentals require surfaces and mechanisms that hold up to lots of foot traffic and wear and tear, especially if they are in a desirable outdoorsy location where sand or mud is likely to be tracked through the space.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_763\" style=\"width: 958px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-763\" class=\"wp-image-763 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.12.33-PM.png?resize=948%2C1346&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"948\" height=\"1346\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.12.33-PM.png?w=948&amp;ssl=1 948w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.12.33-PM.png?resize=211%2C300&amp;ssl=1 211w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.12.33-PM.png?resize=768%2C1090&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.12.33-PM.png?resize=721%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 721w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 948px) 100vw, 948px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-763\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Before Bathroom<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"attachment_747\" style=\"width: 902px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-747\" class=\"wp-image-747 size-full\" title=\"Bathroom in Los Angeles vacation rental by interior designer Lori Dennis\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.12.19-PM.png?resize=892%2C1344&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Bathroom in Los Angeles vacation rental by interior designer Lori Dennis\" width=\"892\" height=\"1344\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.12.19-PM.png?w=892&amp;ssl=1 892w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.12.19-PM.png?resize=199%2C300&amp;ssl=1 199w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.12.19-PM.png?resize=768%2C1157&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.12.19-PM.png?resize=680%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 680w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 892px) 100vw, 892px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-747\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">After Bathroom<\/p><\/div>\n<ol start=\"3\">\n<li>\n<h2><b> Style<\/b><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We don\u2019t usually suggest shopping for the \u2018trendiest\u2019 home decor because trends come and go and that means updating every year, as the season changes. But when it comes to a remodel for a vacation rental, trends can be your friend as a marketing tool. Vacationers often want to stay in the trendiest new spot! That said, do your research: Find trends that are going to last for 10-15 years until it's time to remodel. Following popular design blogs like the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.loridennis.com\/greenblog\/2018\/01\/10-tips-for-maximizing-profits-on-your-vacation-rental-property\/\">Green Blog<\/a> is a great way to stay on top of lasting, luxury design trends.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"attachment_764\" style=\"width: 1798px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-764\" class=\"wp-image-764 size-full\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.07.10-PM.png?resize=1080%2C813&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"1080\" height=\"813\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.07.10-PM.png?w=1788&amp;ssl=1 1788w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.07.10-PM.png?resize=300%2C226&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.07.10-PM.png?resize=768%2C578&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.07.10-PM.png?resize=1024%2C771&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.07.10-PM.png?resize=1080%2C813&amp;ssl=1 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-764\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">Before Bedroom<\/p><\/div>\n<div id=\"attachment_748\" style=\"width: 2028px\" class=\"wp-caption aligncenter\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" aria-describedby=\"caption-attachment-748\" class=\"wp-image-748 size-full\" title=\"Trendy Los Angeles vacation rental bedroom\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.07.26-PM.png?resize=1080%2C718&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"Trendy Los Angeles vacation rental bedroom\" width=\"1080\" height=\"718\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.07.26-PM.png?w=2018&amp;ssl=1 2018w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.07.26-PM.png?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.07.26-PM.png?resize=768%2C511&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.07.26-PM.png?resize=1024%2C681&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-12.07.26-PM.png?resize=1080%2C718&amp;ssl=1 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><p id=\"caption-attachment-748\" class=\"wp-caption-text\">After Bedroom<\/p><\/div>\n<ol start=\"4\">\n<li>\n<h2><b> Prioritizing Your Vacation Property Renovation<\/b><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The kitchen and baths, just like a home, are areas people care about the most, followed by the much simpler: fresh coat of paint. When you're tackling those larger projects, think about the big picture: What is going to draw potential guests to select your place? Theme and cohesion helps with this: For this project we selected a California Bungalow style in a blue and white scheme.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-765\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.49.04-AM.png?resize=1080%2C719&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"1080\" height=\"719\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.49.04-AM.png?w=2022&amp;ssl=1 2022w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.49.04-AM.png?resize=300%2C200&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.49.04-AM.png?resize=768%2C511&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.49.04-AM.png?resize=1024%2C682&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-24-at-11.49.04-AM.png?resize=1080%2C719&amp;ssl=1 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/p>\n<ol start=\"5\">\n<li>\n<h2><b> Comfort<\/b><\/h2>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is all about creating that in-between experience: A hotel experience with a home-away-from-home vibe. One of the best ways you can control this is by maintaining the temperature, with good ventilation and heat.<\/span><br \/>\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you have questions about how to shop for a piece of real estate to transform into your vacation rental property or have more design questions, check out <\/span><b><a href=\"http:\/\/www.loridennis.com\/greenblog\/2018\/01\/10-tips-for-maximizing-profits-on-your-vacation-rental-property\/\">this blog post here<\/a>.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.loridennis.com\/greenblog\/2018\/01\/10-tips-for-maximizing-profits-on-your-vacation-rental-property\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\"><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-771 size-full\" title=\"If you have questions about how to shop for a piece of real estate to transform into your vacation rental property or have more design questions, check out this blog post here.\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Vacation-Rentals.png?resize=800%2C1200&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"If you have questions about how to shop for a piece of real estate to transform into your vacation rental property or have more design questions, check out this blog post here.\" width=\"800\" height=\"1200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Vacation-Rentals.png?w=800&amp;ssl=1 800w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Vacation-Rentals.png?resize=200%2C300&amp;ssl=1 200w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Vacation-Rentals.png?resize=768%2C1152&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Vacation-Rentals.png?resize=683%2C1024&amp;ssl=1 683w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 800px) 100vw, 800px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<p>If you're invested at a stay at the Los Angeles property, you can book now through <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.airbnb.com\/rooms\/22832979\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Air BnB <\/a><\/strong>or through <strong><a href=\"https:\/\/www.vrbo.com\/1254099\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">VRBO here!<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<p><img data-recalc-dims=\"1\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter size-full wp-image-723\" src=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-22-at-7.04.22-PM.png?resize=1080%2C139&#038;ssl=1\" alt=\"\" width=\"1080\" height=\"139\" srcset=\"https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-22-at-7.04.22-PM.png?w=1292&amp;ssl=1 1292w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-22-at-7.04.22-PM.png?resize=300%2C39&amp;ssl=1 300w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-22-at-7.04.22-PM.png?resize=768%2C99&amp;ssl=1 768w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-22-at-7.04.22-PM.png?resize=1024%2C132&amp;ssl=1 1024w, https:\/\/i0.wp.com\/socalcontractor.com\/build-blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2018\/01\/Screen-Shot-2018-01-22-at-7.04.22-PM.png?resize=1080%2C139&amp;ssl=1 1080w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1080px) 100vw, 1080px\" \/><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>So you\u2019ve bought an investment property and you\u2019re ready to renovate it and start managing it as a vacation rental for AirBnb, VRBO, HomeAway, or Mr. &amp; Mrs. Smith, etc. You likely have a lot of design-build questions! 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