Curb appeal for this mid century rental

Press8 Telecom

last year

I want to rent this out on Airbnb as it's near wineries but needs a ton of work. What would you recommend?

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msjoan
last year
Define the edges of the driveway with hardscape or planter beds. Planter bed along the front of the house. Exterior paint. Larger, more interesting exterior lights and large house numbers on the front. Heftier columns on the porch and carport. New fence.
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last year
It's super cute! I assume that since this is near wineries, then this is a rural location -- meaning they will probably be spending some time hanging around at the house? When I'm looking for this type of Airbnb, I prioritize comfortable hangout spaces -- a nice patio with a gas fire pit and/or a big hot tub. Awnings to keep out any rain are a must (and will protect your furniture).

On the interior, I think an open concept works out best. The renters are there to visit each other. Set it up so that people in the living room can see and chat with those in the kitchen. Be sure there is plenty of seating for the LR and dining room. That kind of thing.
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decoenthusiaste
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Trim up any tree limbs that are hanging over or touching the roof. Upgrade to larger lantern lights (1/3 of the front door's height,) pressure wash all of the house and fence, paint or stain the fence, Add serious gravel on the drive and carport area and do lots of great perennial plants.

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Sigrid
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I'd tidy up the edges of the driveway and make a pretty sitting area. Put in some shrubs and flowers. It doesn't have to be big.
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Do you want to play up the MCM style? I think we need more info for sure. I love MCM so this is my inspitation for landscaping for sure . I think in wine country visitors tend to be a bit more cosmopolitan so I would play up the MCM The windws need to replaced though if that is the aim.

What are you willing to do I guess is the question . Also waht is needed inside ?

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