Are you looking to transform your Airbnb and boost profitability on a budget? Follow along with this day-by-day makeover, where I'll take you through the changes I'm making to turn my Airbnb into a more profitable rental.
Night 1: Prepping for the Transformation
Key Takeaways:
Unpacked groceries and surveyed the property.
Everything looks good, and I’m excited to start the transformation tomorrow.
Day 1: Unpacking and Getting Started
It’s a new day, and we’ve got lots to accomplish. Here’s the plan:
Unpacking: Start with unpacking all the Amazon boxes.
Project planning: Focus on several key areas, including the kitchen and pool area.
Key Projects:
Kitchen Update: Adding a peel-and-stick backsplash to brighten up the space. The cabinets haven’t been repainted yet, but I added new gold hardware to freshen the look.
Pool Area: New pool chairs were delivered and assembled. I’m excited to create a welcoming outdoor space.
Privacy Screen: Installing a privacy screen to hide the trash cans and AC unit.
Afternoon: Focusing on the Details
1. Tackling the Kitchen
The old backsplash was functional but uninspiring. Using peel-and-stick tiles, I’m transforming the look with minimal effort and cost.
Tip: Start in a less visible area to get the hang of it before moving on to more prominent spots.
2. Outdoor Area Enhancements
Assembled new pool chairs and added some colorful flowers (Bougainvillea) for a pop of color.
Set up a shade sail to add some style and shade to the lounging area.
Additional Touches:
Fire pit setup: A cozy fire pit is now ready for guests to enjoy.
Putt-putt green: Installed a fun mini-golf putting green, which adds to the unique appeal of the space.
Evening: Wrapping Up for the Day
After balancing work meetings and renovations, here’s what we’ve achieved so far:
Privacy Fencing: Installed around the AC unit and trash bins for a cleaner look.
Shade sail: Provides extra comfort in the outdoor lounge area.
Game Table: Ready to move into the garage, but not quite finished.
Next Steps:
Painting: Planning to start painting this evening. I’ve decided to create a mural between two posts to add a fun, unique element without repainting the entire fence.
Bathroom Makeover: Instead of replacing tiles, I’m going to experiment with painting the bathroom brown and using lemon stamps to add a decorative touch.
