Hi @Antonella829 ~
I have to say, your listing has a nice, fresh, beachy feel ! I love that 🙂
We are new to hosting as well so I understand wanting to know where you
stand and why you're not getting solid bookings. I just wanted to offer that as it's almost
Christmas, many are scrambling to shop for gifts, re-arrange their calendars for family
get-togethers and working extra for those overtime funds so they can afford to take off those Christmas days and not feel guilty 🙂
If you're concerned about photos, maybe take some time to sit down and look through some photos of similar listings in a beach area (near you, yes; but check out a range of cities/beaches to get a full load of ideas).
~What photos do you see that are most helpful ?
~What photos make you say, "WoW !" ?
~Does a certain angle of the camera make a photo really PoP ?
Then as far as written details: everyone will have a different opinion on this topic ! Many would say
that we should be brief in describing as most people are intimidated by lots of data (tends to be true) and stop reading when they've 'had enough'. Hubby and I are detail oriented and love those extra details so we tend to read it all like a novel 🙂 I'm not saying there's a right or wrong way, just be open to ideas and post how it would appeal to you. Then, have a close friend or family member read through your listing and see if they agree that it accurately described the property. Yes, they might be biased, but more to the point~ they are familiar with you and perhaps with the property so can give good feedback. Maybe even help with adding details 🙂
While you wait for a reservation, you've got some time to do some reading and tweaking with your photos and written details. But trust yourself. You know the property. Describe what you like about it. I think the process can evolve and you can always add or subtract info later.
I will share that we also had a few queries that were leading to bookings but for different reasons they backed off. Sometimes it's for something you can't change (for example; one was concerning a very long trailer and the angle of our driveway). Another wasn't able to fit into our schedule of open dates while they were in the area. I suspect that sometimes a guest will send several of the same "queries" to potential hosts hoping to find a quick match 🙂 In the meantime, we did have a few 'dry runs' from friends-of-friends and then a local acquaintance was led to us as their place was sold very quickly and they needed to stay for a while.. So far, we've had all our 'bookings' by word of mouth !
Sooo~ be sure and let friends/relative know about your new venture. Post something on social media. Stick your house photo or business card with contact info on the community bulletin board at work, the library, Chamber of Commerce or college. It could be your own neighbor will need a place for their Auntie Matilda who's just announced she's coming to their Christmas celebration !
Another local idea: are there other nearby hosts ? Yes, it's competition, but if you're new and they're full-up, introducing yourself (and your host-house) might get you a referral from them 🙂
Best wishes~