Preparing Your Space
Many guests will expect a home-from-home and it is likely you will need to cater for many different types of travellers, from business executives spending a night to couples booking a long weekend and families staying for a fortnight.
Here, we’ve listed all the purchases required for a two-bedroom townhouse in a village close to amenities and public transport links. The property caters for a wide variety of guests, including business travellers, families, students, and people attending weddings and other life events.
Living room
Two-seater sofa and throw
Two chairs
Coffee table
Storage unit
Lamp
Table and four chairs
Rug
TV and wall unit
Vase
Curtain pole and curtains
Mirror
Toys and books for children
Spare batteries
Plug extension
Kitchen
Fridge-freezer
Microwave
Kettle
Cafetiere
Toaster
Washer-drier
Crockery – including for children
Cutlery – including for children
Glassware – regular, wine, champagne
Pots and pans
Various kitchen paraphernalia: drainer, grater, measuring jug, large spoons, ladle, corkscrew, chopping board, etc.
Set of knives
Bin
Tea towels
Table and chairs
Mop and bucket
Iron and ironing board
Everyday items, including tea and coffee, cooking oil, silver foil, cling film, washing up liquid, washing up equipment, bin bags, shopping bags (to be replenished regularly)
Downstairs toilet
Mirror
Hand towels
Cleaning equipment
Toiletries
Bin
Main bedroom
Double bed
Bedside tables
Bedside lamps
Chest of drawers
TV and wall unit
Curtain pole and curtains
Bedding, including sheets, covers, pillows, and duvet
Bin
Light fitting
Bulbs
Hairdryer
Clothes hangers
Plug extension
Ensuite bathroom
Mirror
Shaving mirror
Shower mat
Towels (various sizes)
Cleaning equipment
Toiletries
Bin
Bathroom
Mirror
Shaving mirror
Shower mat
Shower curtain
Towels (various sizes)
Cleaning equipment
Toiletries
Bin
Garden
Garden furniture set
Miscellaneous
First aid kit
Linked fire and heat alarms
Fire extinguishers
Fire blankets
Fire safety signs / guide
Carbon monoxide alarms
Vacuum cleaner
Lock box
Several plug extensions (it is possible you will need one in every room)
Spare batteries
Power adapter
Tip: Stock up on towels and bedding – your cleaner and property manager will thank you! Get throws for your sofas and chairs as these will help keep them in excellent condition for longer. Take care to keep the toiletries and cleaning materials well stocked. Guests often bring their own toiletries, so you will find that a small number will be enough for a relatively long period. It is always helpful for guests to have access to these things if necessary.