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Home Inspiration, Lifestyle · September 1, 2022

Can any home become an Airbnb?

If you’re thinking about letting out your space as a B&B, becoming a host on Airbnb could be a great way to do it. However, before you dive in at the deep end, it’s important to make sure your home is fit for purpose.

Like other lettings platforms, Airbnb requires its hosts to comply with certain rules and regulations to keep guests happy and safe. In the following guide, we’ll outline everything you need to know about getting started in the right way.

Planning

If you’re making any changes to the existing structural or interior detail of your home, you’ll likely need to apply for planning permission before launching it as an Airbnb letting.

Turning your home into a bed and breakfast could call for extensions, additional bathrooms, increased kitchen space and even a garden renovation to help provide your guests with the space and privacy they need.

Before going ahead with any changes – regardless of how minor they might seem – it’s always worth contacting your local council first.

Safety

Considering fire safety is imperative when you’re starting out.

Guests, owners and visitors all need to be safe, so it’s necessary to design and incorporate a fire safety routine and mark fire exits clearly. It could also be a good idea to point these out to guests as soon as they arrive.

Keeping your property safe and legal encompasses a wide range of protocols and procedures. Along with ensuring you’ve secured all the relevant licences to trade and host guests, obtaining comprehensive insurance for your B&B could help your new business too.

Hygiene

Good hygiene is critical, marking your commitment to the health and safety of your guests. Keeping your space as tidy as it possibly can be will not only improve your overall rating but could even boost the lasting success of your new business venture.

If you offer cooked meals, it’s important to keep your kitchen space clean. We would recommend deep cleaning at least once a week – and hiring professional cleaners to do it for you if you’re too short on time.

Décor

Lastly, it’s always a good idea to incorporate a personal touch to your Airbnb. Whether you prefer a minimalist style or a traditional farmhouse aesthetic, decorating your rooms in keeping with the rest of your space is certain to capture the interest of your guests and help them to feel at home straight away.

We hope you’ve gained a better understanding of how to get your home in tip-top shape to start hosting guests on Airbnb. If you have any more advice, why not share it with other readers in the comments section below?

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