What do you include in your Airbnb besides basic items?

[Etmont0]

once tried leaving some fruits (mandarins, oranges, apples, bananas), but guests didn’t touch them at all, so I stopped adding them.
What extras do you usually provide to make guests feel more comfortable?

[Tom-and-Adina0]

@Etmont0 That's a great question to get squared away on early, Etmont!  

I guess it could be broken down into a few categories:  

1) "In Case You Forget" items

2) Common household items

3) Misc conveniences 

For the "in case you forgot basket," I've seen a broad diversity of items offered by different hosts. So I'll stick with some of the staples and then have yourself fun by including a couple of your own unique items. Always a toothbrush and miniature toothpaste tube, a couple make up wipes, Individually dental picks, vanity sized hand lotion, and some type of a feminine hygiene product. One of our more unique items offered is a miniature lint roller that we buy in bulk. We wanted there to be something that most people don't offer. Have yourself some fun choosing yours.

In regard to common household items, we stock at least 1/2 dozen different spices beyond salt and pepper. Our listing makes note that they can vary so no one gets twisted if we're suddenly out of garlic for instance.  Garlic, onion powder, A generic Italian seasoning, a generic Mexican seasoning, a generic Asian seasoning, and a steak rub are a good start.  Of course dish soap and laundry detergent. Back to the kitchen, we always ensure there's some cooking oil, some quartz sized zip lock bags, and both of aluminum foil as well as plastic wrap.  No condiments or food stuffs.

Finally for the miscellaneous items, we include a bit of a kitchen junk drawer just like most people have at home. Included in there is a flashlight, rubber bands, a couple screwdrivers of each type as well as a pliers (not only handy for guests, but if a minor item around the house needs tightening, most guests are appreciative enough of having the option to just tighten it themselves). Our one unique item we keep in our junk drawer is both an Android and an iPhone charging cord with our name taped to it so they don't walk away too quickly (note - they still do, lol.)

Hope all this helps.  Here for any other questions or co-hosting needs you may have.

Best,

Tom

PS - I didn't even get to the coffee bar!

[Etmont0]

Thanks

[Brian3590]

@Etmont0 In the past I did the same, I left fruits but was untouched. I switch into granola bars, cup of noodles, and chocolates. Only Chocolates are a hit everything else is a hit or miss. Just like Tom, I have In case you forget items (basket)

[Etmont0]

thank you very much

[Alyssa558]

@Etmont0 I have a Prayer Box in mine 🥹 My guests love it!

It’s a clear box that’s locked (never to be opened), and beside it I provide pens and notepaper. On the outside of the box is a brief description of its purpose, along with an invitation for guests to send the desires of their hearts up to heaven 😇

When I return home, I take time to pray over the box for my guests - they seem to really appreciate it as the box is almost full! I will soon need to get a bigger one 🥹🙏🏾 God is good!

[Florence1310]

Je laisse un petit mot d'accueil et quelques gourmandises non périssables trop rapidement. Des gourmandises locales, comme des gaufres sèches ou des petits chocolats, biscuits, bonbons, selon ce que je trouve...

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Google Translation added by Community Manager:   

I leave a little welcome note and a few treats that won’t perish too quickly.
Local treats, such as dry waffles or small chocolates, biscuits, sweets, depending on what I find…

[Maria24939]

I have the forgot basket which some really appreciate. As welcome I leave a bottle of water and a small pkt of local biscuits(from maypole) not that expensive and they getting the feel of something local I got no sponsor😉

[Paula]

Hello @Maria24939, the “forgot” basket is very creative. Do you offer this from the beginning, or did you implement this strategy recently.

Keep us posted.

[Debora2176]

Eu deixo no banheiro: sabonete líquido no chuveiro e na pia, esponja de banho (sempre higienizada com cloro após o uso), fio dental, papel higiênico. 

Na cozinha: potinhos pequenos com café solúvel, açúcar, leite em pó, maionese, geleia. Também deixo algumas torradinhas, azeite, sal, banha, oe algumas balas. 

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I keep the following in the bathroom: liquid soap in the shower and sink, bath sponge (always sanitized with bleach after use), dental floss, toilet paper. 

In the kitchen: small jars with instant coffee, sugar, powdered milk, mayonnaise, jam. I also leave some toast, olive oil, salt, lard, and some candies. 

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[Paula]

Hello @Debora2176, many thanks for sharing your strategy. Do your guests usually use everything you leave?

Keep us posted.

[Dolly36]

I provide just about everything a guest might need. My kitchen is fully stocked, and I also include coffee pods, shampoo, conditioner, a blow dryer, toothbrushes, toothpaste, sunscreen, and mosquito spray. Truly almost everything except deodorant 😁

[Paula]

Great, thanks for sharing this, @Dolly36. Do your guests usually use everything you provide? Have they highlighted anything they’ve found especially useful?

[Yvonne953]

My home is on a remote lake in Maine, so my supply decisions are focused on:

* convenience - items to limit guest trips for groceries, toiletries, or other needed supplies

* play - guests can enjoy the outdoors or interior, regardless of the weather 

* safety - for example, EWG-verified soaps and cleaning supplies, sharps containers, flashlights

* showcasing Maine - a gift bag with a small variety of locally-made treats, which can include jam, syrup, candy, condiments, ice cream, popcorn - and a personalized welcome card which highlights these

Many of my 5-star ratings (100% thus far) often include the statement: "the host (owner) thought of everything!)

[Paula]

That’s a great statement, @Yvonne953. Do you use the same approach for both short and long stays?