Per Axios.com, Cuyahoga County, OH, expects to surpass its 2019 record of having 20 million visits this 2024. Axios also said that Cleveland, the county seat of Cuyahoga County, made it to Travel & Leisure magazine's and The Points Guy's 2024 lists of best places to travel.
So, why not consider renting out your home to vacationing families? Turning it into a family-friendly vacation rental will let you generate extra income.
Our team of experts at PMI Realty Group Prettyman has shared family vacation rental tips to help you start on the right foot, so read on.
Invest in Safety and Child-Friendly Rental Features
To turn your home into one of the best short-term family accommodations in Cleveland, make it as child-safe as possible. Some safety features you should consider installing include:
- Electrical outlet covers
- Cabinet locks
- Baby safety gates
- Pool fences and gates
- Corner protectors (for furniture)
- Child-proof window locks
- Doorknob covers
You should also post a laminated list of emergency contact numbers in visible areas of your home (e.g., near the phone or in the living room). The list should include your number, the local police and fire departments, and the closest hospital or clinic.
Allow Pets
According to Dogster.com, almost eight in ten pet owners in the U.S. travel with their pets yearly. Many people, after all, consider pets as part of the family.
So, consider welcoming pets into your vacation rental to make it even more family-friendly. Don't forget to include this information on your listings when marketing your Cleveland rental.
Ensure Your Rental Is Always Sparkling Clean
No one would want to stay in Cleveland vacation homes that look and feel like no one has visited or used them for years. Especially not families with kids, as dirt, dust, debris, and clutter can put children at higher health and safety risk.
As such, you should always schedule and conduct pre-check-in and post-check-out cleaning of your vacation rental.
Provide Amenities for Family Fun
Make a handy-dandy local area guide for your future guests. Use your local expertise to provide recommendations on the best family-friendly:
- Local attractions
- Nearby activities for all or varying age brackets
- Dining and shopping establishments close to your rental
You should also consider providing amenities like high chairs and baby monitors. Puzzles, cards, and board games can also make your rental feel more like a home away from home for families.
Prepare a Family-Friendly Welcome Basket
To help make their stay in your rental even more memorable, gift your guests a thoughtfully prepared welcome basket. Fill it with healthy, child and pet-friendly treats and goodies from local businesses. If your rental has a bathtub, add self-care items for the adults, such as bath bombs.
Keep These Family-Friendly Vacation Rental Tips in Mind
Investing in safety features, allowing pets, and preparing a welcome basket are all effective strategies for creating a family-friendly vacation rental.
If you need more help launching and managing your vacation rental, our company, PMI Realty Group Prettyman, is at your service. We specialize in full-service real estate, long-term residential, and vacation rental management in Cleveland, OH. Our owner, Sherri Doumbia, is a highly trusted and esteemed real estate maven with over 15 years of expertise.
Contact us today, and we'll help you get started with a free rental analysis!
