How to get your property 'Guest Ready'

How to get your property 'Guest Ready'

The "guest ready" standard is straightforward, but significant. The property should be ready for guests to enter without difficulty, and it should allow them to immediately feel at ease and at home.

Some guidelines include:
  1. Ensure guests have hassle-free access to the property. The key should be available at the check-in time. 
  2. Ample hot water on demand in taps, showers, and baths.  
  3. Ensure the heating has been set to a comfortable temperature prior to guests’ arrival.
  4. Ensure all electronics (Wi-Fi, TV, etc.) are working.
  5. All appliances are clean and in working order.
  6. Ensure basic amenities, such as dishes, cooking utensils, pots, pans and serving dishes are available.
  7. Provide a stock of goods such as toilet paper, paper towels, hand soaps, and cleaning supplies for guests.
  8. Provide starter tea and coffee supplies, as well as basic condiments such as salt and pepper. 
  9. All items within the property should be well-organised and neatly presented.

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