Beyond the Welcome Mat: Designing Your Short-Term Rental for Success

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Think a stunning vacation rental is out of reach without a massive renovation or design degree? Think again.

Beyond the Welcome Mat: Designing Your Short-Term Rental for Success is the go-to guide for short-term rental owners, hosts, and property investors ready to boost bookings, increase nightly rates, and deliver unforgettable guest experiences through the power of intentional design. Joyce Anderson has crafted this resource for anyone who wants to design a property that works hard and wows guests.

Inside this book, you’ll learn:

The RESORT Framework: Joyce’s signature step-by-step approach to STR designHow to use local flair, thoughtful amenities, and smart layouts to drive repeat bookingsBudget-friendly ways to increase your property’s appeal and occupancyThe most common (and costly) design mistakes, and how to avoid themHow to future-proof your interiors for durability and low maintenance

Whether you’re preparing your first listing or refreshing an existing property, Beyond the Welcome Mat gives you the confidence, tools, and strategy to design a guest-ready space that will stand out in a crowded market.

Written by Joyce Anderson, an interior designer specializing in vacation- and short-term rentals, the book blends expert-level design insight with boots-on-the-ground experience as an owner and host.

Design your rental with purpose, charm, and ROI in mind. Get your copy of Beyond the Welcome Mat today and start creating spaces that book themselves.

Beyond the Welcome Mat is more than just a guide. It’s your passport to short-term rental success.
ASIN ‏ : ‎ B0FH5V96J2
Publisher ‏ : ‎ Independently published
Publication date ‏ : ‎ July 7, 2025
Language ‏ : ‎ English
Print length ‏ : ‎ 135 pages
ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 979-8291476987
Item Weight ‏ : ‎ 8.2 ounces
Reading age ‏ : ‎ 10 – 18 years
Dimensions ‏ : ‎ 5.5 x 0.31 x 8.5 inches
Best Sellers Rank: #1,464,420 in Books (See Top 100 in Books) #1,214 in Buying & Selling Homes (Books) #1,473 in Real Estate Investments (Books)
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