Just starting ( kind of late for the season but trying to make the best out of it

[Romina360]

I will really apreciate tips on how to enhance my listing 

i know people plan ahead for summer 

but due to different events the house will be ready next week 

wondering how can i get bookings 

[Dawn241]

Offer a new listing discount, more photos are needed- I don’t see any pictures of the bedrooms. Listing looks sterile. Add color, textures, towels, art, utensils and things on the counters. 

[Rebecca]

HI @Dawn241 👋

Thanks so much for stopping by and sharing your experience!  I'm just gonna tag @Romina360 here so they receive a notification of your message. If you type "@" and then the username, this will tag the member that you're replying to. 🌼

[Karen114]

@Romina360   Like @Dawn241  stated, you need a lot more pics.  Good Pics!  I would say a minimum of 28 pics.  You should include pics of local attractions as well.  Not sure on the extra fee for extra guest.  I suggest just sleeping as many as you have beds for, nobody wants to sleep on a pull out couch.

Have you thought about a fire pit, hot tub or welcoming pets?  These are amenties that really attract guests in beach locales.  

You could use more staging, towels in bathroom and more pics of bedrooms with nightstands and lamps, area rugs, plants and pillows.

Being in a beach location I would offer beach chairs, cooler and beach towels and maybe an umbrella.  

Just a suggestion but that microwave is taking up a lot of valuable realestate on the counter.  If you can I would have an over the range microwave.  

Lastly your title- It's your happy place but the guest doesn't know why that is.  Use your headline of 50 charachters to garner interest and stop the scroll. " Walk 2 Beach Stunning Sunrise & Sunsets Fast Wifi "

Hope this helps 🙂

[Mitzi40]

I ditto what Karen says. I could not have said it better.

[Jason2680 · Accepted solution]

My personal first rule:

“Whatever is the question, check your best competition for the answer.”

Study the listings for your market. Determine which listings provide a place most similar to yours. Study their calendars to find out which ones are most booked. Take the top 5 of those listings and study them like there’s a test next week. Then, do what they do while also expressing in your listing that which makes your place uniquely attractive for potential guests. Then remember this: It’s hard sometimes to understand how to get people who have never stayed with you to select your place. There could be a variety of things that your target patron want to see. However, it’s uncomplicated (but not easy) to get them to come back. Give them everything they came for and give it to them in a memorable way. Our experience has been that  35-40% of this summer’s vacationing guests will book next year’s summer getaway within 4-6 weeks of checking out. 

Don’t reinvent any wheels. Find good ones in use already in your market and copy them.

[Peter4167]

Good luck to you.

What helped us last year was to fairly dramatically lower the price and build on some solid reviews; we were able to raise the price, as the season progressed.

Best wishes.

Peter

Blue Ridge Mountains, SNP, Virginia

[Patricia3721]

Change to traveling instead of hosting and see what others are charging for similar listings. Price your accordingly but offer a discount because you are new. It is very important you get five stars on your first few listings so let them know in your welcome message that you want to give them a five star stay so if they need anything you are there. 

[Kenchy0]

You definitely need more photos. You’re selling an experience not just a location.  You want your guests to be able to imagine themselves in the space and in the area. 

Do you have a relative or friend who takes great photos who’d do you a favor in exchange for dinner? 

Also, add some host guidebooks to your listing of great restaurants and beaches or fun tourist destinations near your listing.  

All of this can help! 

[Kate2192]

👋 Romina

I’ll cut to the chase: 

1. happy snap photos don’t cut it

2. a terrible review about you doesn’t look encouraging 

3. photos are clinical and lack warmth and inviting 

4. what type of guest are you seeking? Listing looks ultra budget and you attract those kind of bookings. if this is your target market, good!

5. Use tools that Airbnb has on offer to show you what your competitors are doing near you for listing and pricing information. It’s under the calendar. 
6. use ChatGPT to write your listing description. Keep tweaking content until it’s what you want or what you are trying to capture. 

7. Airbnb offer automatic discounts and boosting your listing as a new host. Use it wisely. 
8. Use Support- tell them you are new and need assistance. 
Good luck! 👌

[Patricia2526]

Hi @Romina360 

Welcome to hosting! Here are some few suggestions.

Offer an introductory discount (10–20%) to encourage the first few bookings.

Turn on “Smart Pricing” but set a minimum so it doesn’t go too low.

Add a photo caption for each photo (“Spacious dining for 8 – ideal for group dinners”).

Turn on “Instant Book” (only if you’re comfortable).

Keep your calendar wide open and respond quickly. Airbnb boosts active listings.

Best regards

[David13150]

What helped us last year was to fairly dramatically lower the price and build on some solid reviews; we were able to raise the price, as the season progressed.

[Jeanna27]

Hi @Romina360  - Cute place, and what a fabulous location.  The 2 things I would do very soon is add in some color in your place.  Whether it's a few beach / coastal pics on the walls, or just some accents maybe like a vase here or there - it's lacking color in my opinion.  The other item I would address is the pic go the exterior backyard (I'm assuming) - the grass is all dead, and it doesn't look like an inviting place to me.  If you are unable to grow grass in those spots, then get some colorful potted plants and flowers to liven the space some.  Anyways, I hope I am not being repetitive to the other hosts input above, but those were my thoughts in looking through your listing.  Best of luck to you, 🙂

[Laurelle3]

Hi @Romina360, I was encouraged by @Rebecca (Community Manager) to take a look at your listing, and I’ve reviewed it with the mindset of a guest asking, “Would I want to stay here?”

First, thank you for sharing your space—it has a lot of potential and warmth! A few small details did leave me a little unsure, such as the use of two names (Romina and Linda), which might be clarified to avoid guest confusion.

I love the name “Our Happy Place”—it's inviting. You might consider briefly sharing why it’s special to you in the description to make that emotional connection with potential guests. As @Kate2192 mentioned, even a rework of your existing copy (perhaps with a tool like GPT) can give your listing an extra lift. Something like “Enjoy a Family Escape” helps set the tone.

A few thoughts on photos:

• Less is more! Try selecting just a couple of standout photos per room. For example, two images of the kitchen from different angles would be ideal.
• I noticed photos of two different sets of washers/dryers—if one isn’t available, it’s best to remove it to avoid guest confusion.
• The bedrooms could benefit from warmer styling—matching curtains and bedding, a few soft furnishings like cushions or bedside lamps could elevate the look, as suggested by @Karin114 and @Dawn241.

The bathroom might come across better with a touch of staging—folded towels or a small plant on the rack work wonders. And if your lounge converts to a bed, styling it that way and captioning the photo clearly will help guests understand.

The outdoor space has a lot of potential, too! A few pot plants, a child-friendly feature like a swing, or cozy outdoor seating can go a long way toward making it feel welcoming and usable.

As for pricing and promotion, checking local competition (as @Jason2680 suggested) is such good advice. A modest discount to start could attract early guests and help gather those all-important glowing reviews.

Lastly, I’d just clarify which name guests will see and welcome them in the listing and guestbook for consistency.

These are all suggestions to help you present your lovely space in the best possible light—it’s clear you care about making your guests feel at home. I hope this feedback is helpful, and I’m wishing you much success with your hosting journey!