Peek inside the Berkshires Home Makeover

From the moment guests step into your holiday home, they should feel at home. In addition to a smooth check-in process, the hallway is your chance to create a positive first impression and immediately put guests at ease.

In the Berkshires home, attractive greenery, a nook for shoes and coats and an inviting entry table create the perfect combination of style and function.

Think amenities are just icing on the cake? Think again: 70% of travellers are willing to pay extra for properties that offer their favourite amenities and services.*

Rebecca and Pras’ property features a highly-coveted sauna just off the hallway, which they’ve equipped with towels and robes to entice guests to indulge in some rest and relaxation.

We know how important the kitchen and dining area are to travellers when booking a holiday home—and full kitchens are included in over 1.5M of our Vrbo listings.**

To attract travellers again and again, it’s important to bring your best to the table with essential cooking tools and appliances. Pras and Rebecca’s kitchen and dining area were updated with new appliances, functional furniture and a crowd-pleasing waffle maker for weekend guests to enjoy.

Gear up for guests

The living room is a major draw for guests, as it is a gathering space not offered by a typical hotel stay. Make sure there’s enough space for all guests to comfortably spend time together, with a functioning entertainment centre and a few rainy-day activities.

Sometimes, the smallest updates can make a huge difference: in Rebecca and Pras’ case, a fresh coat of paint and reconfiguring the layout vastly improved the feel of the living space.

Upgrade your space

While the bathroom is a functional space, that doesn’t mean you can’t bring a personal touch to its design.

Easy updates can instantly freshen up the room and create a spa-like atmosphere. In the Berkshires home, simple updates to the wallpaper, mirror and shower curtain come together to create a serene and fresh-feeling space.

Go clean and serene

Rest and relaxation: that’s what holidays are all about. Deliver on that promise with a bedroom setup that’s optimised for maximum comfort. In the Berkshires home, new lighting and bedding in the primary bedroom create a peaceful retreat after a fun day on the lake.

Update your bedrooms

Don’t underestimate the appeal of a great outdoor space: in 2022, ‘pool’ was the number one searched Vrbo amenity across major markets.***

As a host, you can make a splash (pool or not!) by creating an inviting outdoor area for your guests to relax. Something as simple as swapping in new tables and chairs, as seen in Rebecca and Pras’ space, can create a perfect atmosphere for lounging.

Create a green oasis