Are you ready to rent out your villa? It’s a question many homeowners ask themselves as they prepare for a couple of months away – or much longer.
All too often homeowners think that they are completely ready for numerous holidaymakers to arrive, enjoy the villa and leave with glowing commentaries. A few listings will be enough, they believe, along with some social media, and then the guests will start booking.
Of course it’s a lot more complicated than that, and unless you are already an expert in the hospitality industry then luxury villa rental preparation Koh Samui is something best left in the hands of professionals.
There are a number of companies on the island who specialize in looking after luxury villas and preparing them to be rented out. Here at Managing Samui, we operate a one-stop solution to all property needs and are thoroughly versed in everything to do with luxury villa rentals and all the work that will need to be done before any guest makes a booking.
Here is a brief summary of the ways in which Managing Samui can help you, the homeowner, when it comes to luxury villa rental preparation Koh Samui.
Cleaning
Deep cleaning is one of the crucial steps that must be taken in order for a villa to qualify for rental. No matter how stunning the property may be, it has to have a pristine look. This can only be achieved by an arduous clean throughout. Our teams are expert in this and have the same standards as would cleaners in a five-star resort. They will ensure that all rooms, passageways and areas both indoors and outdoors are spotless. Meanwhile the swimming pool will also need to have crystal clear, clean water and clean surrounds. Pools will need to be chlorinated and all equipment maintained. All gardening work will also need to be done so that the villa has a welcoming feel even from far off.
Repairs
It’s essential that repairs are all done before any guests arrive; this is all part of luxury villa rental preparation Koh Samui. In order to avoid guests experiencing any untoward surprises, our teams will make sure that all amenities, for example, plumbing, electricity, air conditioning and lighting work well. It’s not just the big repairs that need attention but also the smallest ones – guests who are renting luxury villas will demand that everything is in perfect working order.
Essentials and beyond
Guests will also expect all essential items to be present and these will also need to be replenished. Examples are towels and toiletries but this is just the start; the list will extend to other items such as bottled water, coffee machines, hairdryers, quality plates and cutlery, and so on.
In addition, many villas also offer welcome packages to their new guests, for example, a basket of fruit or a bottle of wine. It’s de rigueur that these are well-presented.
Technology
At luxury level, many guests will take into account the level of technology that is featured in the villa. They may want a home cinema, for example, or the provision of gaming consoles. At the very most basic level they will expect air-con throughout the home, fast Wi-Fi and good lighting – and that everything is easy to use.
Villa promotion and lettings services
At Managing Samui, our promotion and lettings services are both much in demand. If you are interested in luxury villa rental preparation Koh Samui, then you may first want to know the best way to promote your villa. We can do this for you, placing it on trusted websites and ensuring that it gets targeted toward your ideal clients on appropriate platforms.
We can also handle guest communication, bookings, contracts and payments, if need be. We can operate reservations systems, like in a hotel, and handle this on your behalf.
Guest care
We can naturally look after your guests, too, and make their stay seamless and enjoyable, giving you an excellent reputation. We can meet them at the airport, introduce them to the villa and ensure that we deal with any questions or problems that they may encounter. We provide any staff that you might need – chauffeurs, cooks, nannies are popular examples – and we have cleaners maintain the villa while your guests are staying. We remain available during the duration of the holiday, and take guests back to the airport when they check out.
Concierge services may also be called for as guests staying in luxury villas often require help with information about the island. They may also want bookings and reservations to be made for them. Most guests will be unfamiliar with Koh Samui and for many, it will be their first trip to Asia, so having a concierge to help them will be an extra bonus.
If you are interested in luxury villa rental preparation Koh Samui, feel free to contact us at Managing Samui; we are experts when it comes to renting out properties and will be happy to help you.