Must Have Amenities for your Home and Rental Unit
Whether you’re thinking about having a short term rental unit or looking to upgrade your home, there are some amenities that everyone absolutely needs in their life. Personally, we need to have a coffee maker in our house - not a single day goes by without it being used! Whatever your needs are, having those amenities at the tips of your fingers while on vacation can make-or-break your experience. We know, we’ve been in the ‘biz for quite some time now! That’s why we have complied this master list of amenities that guests love to have while staying at our signature properties - and what keeps them coming back!
Ocean View Villa with Hot Tub and Movie Theatre
Located: Rosebay, Nova Scotia
Kitchen
Stocking up a home can be daunting, don’t let the little things slip through the cracks! Here are some of our favorite things to add to our short term rentals that make it feel more like home.
Coffee maker
Full set of utensils
This includes pots and pans!
Wine glasses
Tea, coffee, cooking essentials
Our favorites are Detour Coffee and Luckett Vineyards’ olive oil
Ice maker
Halifax Captivating Quinpool Penthouse with Massive Terrace
Located: Halifax, Nova Scotia
Bathroom
Having a well thought out bathroom can make any space feel luxurious! We enhance our spaces in an easy, but very effective way with these simple additions!
Hair conditioner, body wash, etc.
Our favorites are from East Coast Glow and Public Goods
Fluffy towels
Hair dryer
Extra toiletries
No one wants to ask for extra toilet paper during their stay!
Unique items
If your space has a tub, consider some bathbombs for guest’s use!
St. John’s Townhome with Outdoor Fireplace
Located: St. John’s, Newfoundland
Bedroom
Feeling safe, comfortable and fresh is necessary throughout the entire home, but especially so for the bedroom! Take an extra moment to consider what’s missing, what can go, and how we can make this be a truly fantastic space.
Black out curtains
Fresh pressed linens
Storage space
We love Ikea’s storage solutions for all spaces - no matter the size!
Extra blankets
Easy access to outlets beside beds
Saltwater Manor Oceanview Villa
Located: Holyrood, Newfoundland
General
Some items could not be for just one space in your home, and be in multiple areas throughout the property. Here’s a list of items that didn’t quite fit in an individual room, but are still just as important as the rest!
Ac
Parking
Wi-fi
Tv
24-hour check in
Local maps, guidebooks, recommendations
Books
Make it kid friendly
Pack n play’s (upon request) or highchairs can elevate a guest’s experience!
Emergency kit
This should include things like a first aid kit, fire extinguisher, flashlights and matches
Basic cleaning supplies
Iron
Electronic lock
A life saver for an easy, efficient, 24/7 check-in experience
Location: Wolfville, Nova Scotia
We hope that whether you are looking to upgrade your personal space or make the best vacation rental for guest, that our tips are helpful to you! If there’s anything that you think we missed, drop it in the comments below!