Critique my listing, Beth,Memphis,TN

[Beth6772]

We’ve been active for a few weeks and not feeling like our listing is getting the bookings it could. Where have we gone wrong?

https://www.airbnb.ca/rooms/1194265959711871898?source_impression_id=p3_1724862441_P3ylOBh10XcKdpW5 

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[Don-and-Julie0]

@Beth6772 , I agree you should consider the comments by the other host. 

I would also suggest using AI to help with your description, here's what AI suggests. Read the following and make changes as needed.

About this Space

Welcome to our cozy, centrally-located home—perfect for families or groups of friends exploring Memphis together! From our place, you're just 15 minutes away from the vibrant Beale Street and the scenic Mississippi River. Enjoy easy access to Leftwich, Liberty Park, the Memphis Sports & Event Center, as well as CBU, the University of Memphis, and UTHSC. Great restaurants in Cooper Young are just a short walk or Uber ride away. After a day of adventure, unwind in our peaceful backyard on the large deck.

The Space

Step inside our charming little blue house! This three-bedroom, two-bath home may look quaint from the outside, but it’s spacious and inviting inside. Each bedroom has its own unique charm:

- **Bedroom 1**: Features a king bed, a sunroom with a daybed and desk, plus a laundry room tucked off the most amazing closet.
- **Bedroom 2**: Offers a queen bed and a private bathroom with a tub.
- **Bedroom 3**: Includes a full-sized bed and access to a screened-in porch, perfect for enjoying your morning coffee.

All bedrooms are equipped with blackout curtains, new mattresses, and plenty of pillows to ensure a restful night’s sleep. The main bathroom in the hallway has a sleek glass shower. Gather in the living room for a family board game night; the comfy couch even folds out into an extra bed. The kitchen is ready for your culinary adventures, stocked with coffee, sweeteners, pots, pans, and basic spices.

Our backyard is your private oasis, featuring a shaded area, a large deck, and a covered porch swing—ideal for relaxing and soaking in the quiet surroundings.

Guest Access

You’ll have full access to the entire house and backyard during your stay. The garage is available upon request.

Other Things to Note

Our home is nestled in a quiet cove within a friendly neighborhood in East Memphis/Midtown. We ask that you respect our neighbors and treat our home as if it were your own.

Under the Map you will find "Show More", that's where you can write about the area and what is available.

Best of luck.

Don

[Beth6772]

Love this. Thank you - I’ll be updating the description soon. 

[Claudia3536]

@Beth6772 I’m impressed by your blue house! It is very lovely and alluring. I’m not sure why you would think it is not attractive to guests. Perhaps you might need to explain your location and ease of access to area amenities? The discount does help you get started. I’m sure all will go well. Congrats!

[Crystal665]

@Beth6772 Good morning. How warm and inviting!!! It takes time for the bookings to come in. Don't get discouraged. After you have some more 5 star reviews, you will become a guest favorite and that will help tremendously. Stay active looking at other listings and their prices. Maybe offer discounts at first so that you can snag a few stays under your belt. 

1. Change the cover photo to the outside of the home. The photos you have displayed are dark. It looks dismal to some when the photos are dark. Much more attractive to have bright photos. 

2.  Take some back  yard photos as well so that pet owners will know what type of yard they will be having for their pets.

3.  I would make the 3rd bedroom a queen eventually. We had a full in our third bedroom and it hendered our bookings. Once we moved a queen in there, we had much more traffic. We list 7 for our home because 8 is a lot for a 3 bedroom. We have a couch and twin pull out for use in addition to the 3 rooms. But to say it fits 8, Maybe 6 adults and 2 kids but you don't want to really encourage that many people in your home for your own sanity. That's a lot of people for a house with 3 bedrooms. 

4. Take photos of the cookware, dishes and tools/utensils that you have in the kitchen. 

Lovely home!

[Beth6772]

Thanks!!! Great ideas on extra pics of yard and kitchen stuff. 

[Bhumika]

Hi @Beth6772 , You've received some amazing feedback from hosts @Crystal665 @Claudia3536 @Don-and-Julie0 @Diamel5 @Dawn575 @Deb4845 @Daymel0 @Dave1388 @Dassi0 @Deborah1395 😍 Have you had a chance to review these ideas and see if they're suitable to your listing? 

Keep us posted of your progress! 🌻

[Rita367]

I don't think you've done anything wrong, new listings will take time, and of course it depends on outside events that you don't control.

That said, I would move the large plant away from the fireplace ( maybe put it in the corner under the lamp.), and build a fire in the fireplace , then re-take that pic.

Also, add some interest to the dining table pic, maybe set the table with a nice centerpiece.

I agree about changing the number of guests from 8 to 6 or 7.