Onboarding Your Vacation Home with Open Air Homes
Your Path to Stress-Free Property Management
Our streamlined 6‑step onboarding gets your home market‑ready, guest‑ready, and earning from day one.
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By The Numbers: 2025 In Review
How We Stack Up Against the Market
Our Los Angeles portfolio booked 70.1% of available nights in 2025, compared to 44% among similar listings within Airbnb. In the most competitive short-term rental market in California, this performance reflects disciplined pricing, review velocity, and consistent operational execution.
Dynamic pricing, pet-friendly positioning, and a focus on longer stays help us extract more value from each calendar while protecting peak-season rates and guest quality.
Our Greater Palm Springs portfolio booked 44.2% of available nights in 2025, compared to 40% across the broader market and significantly above similar listings within Airbnb. In an oversupplied desert market, this performance reflects disciplined pricing, seasonal strategy, and careful calendar control.
Dynamic pricing, pet-friendly positioning, and a focus on longer stays help us extract more value from each calendar while protecting peak-season rates and guest quality.
Our listings averaged 120% more page views than comparable homes during Jan ’25 → Jan ’26, according to data collected through Airbnb.
High-impact photography, A/B-tested headlines, and dynamic pricing tools keep us locked above the fold, reaching travelers before they even start filtering.
Our listings appeared on page one 56.5% of the time in 2025, compared to 26% for similar listings on Airbnb.
This consistent placement reflects pricing discipline, photography quality, and review velocity across our portfolio.
Our listings converted at 0.30% in 2025, compared to 0.16% for similar listings on Airbnb. That gap represents an 88% conversion advantage, up from 60% in 2024.
Higher conversion means more bookings from the same traffic, translating directly into higher occupancy and net revenue.
Our guests stayed an average of 10.9 days in 2025, compared to 5.5 days for similar listings on Airbnb.
This nearly 2x advantage reflects intentional design, pricing strategy, and a belief that longer stays are the future of short-term rentals.
#1 - Home Analysis
Evaluating Your Home’s Potential
- Location & Desirability – Understanding how your home compares in the market
- Design Review – Recommendations to make your home stand out from standard rentals
- Pricing Strategy – Balancing competitive pricing with revenue optimization
Our goal is to position your home for maximum visibility on Airbnb, VRBO, and direct booking channels—ensuring strong occupancy and high earnings.
#2 - Thoughtful Design
Creating Guest-Ready, High-Performing Spaces
Great design doesn’t have to break the bank, but thoughtful touches significantly boost bookings and revenue. Our approach focuses on:
- Durability & Quality – Selecting long-lasting, stylish furnishings
- Hospitality-Driven Details – Stain-resistant fabrics, guest-friendly layouts, and functional decor
- Indoor-Outdoor Living – Showcasing Southern California’s signature lifestyle
We offer design solutions for all budgets—from affordable staging to luxury interior design partnerships.
#3 - Streamlined Home Setup
A Fast & Efficient Setup Process
We handle every detail, ensuring a seamless onboarding experience. The process typically takes 1-4 weeks and includes:
- Short-Term Rental Permits – Guidance through city-specific regulations
- Comprehensive Home Inspection – Documenting details for smooth maintenance
- Operational Setup – Coordinating cleaning, landscaping, pool maintenance, and trash collection
- Professional Photography – Capturing your home’s best features for maximum appeal
#4 - Targeted Marketing
Positioning Your Home for Success
Our marketing strategy is designed to attract high-quality guests and maximize revenue. We focus on:
- Compelling Listings – High-quality photos and expertly written descriptions
- Dynamic Pricing – Real-time rate adjustments based on market demand
- Review Management – Strategic pricing for early bookings to build a strong rating
#5 - Monetization & Guest Management
A Hands-Free Hosting Experience
We take care of everything—from bookings to guest support—ensuring a seamless experience for both homeowners and guests.
Our services include:
- Monthly Income Distribution – Timely payouts with detailed revenue reports
- Guest Vetting – Screening guests to ensure responsible stays
- Seamless Guest Communication – Late-night SMS support for real-time assistance
- Insurance & Damage Claims – Handling Airbnb, VRBO, and direct booking claims
#6 - Ongoing Maintenance & Upkeep
Protecting Your Home & Enhancing Longevity
- Routine Inspections – Property managers conduct regular checks to prevent issues
- Vendor Management – Coordinating trusted contractors for maintenance needs
- Supply Replenishment – Keeping homes stocked with guest essentials
Proactive maintenance leads to better guest reviews, repeat bookings, and higher long-term value for your home.
Why Homeowners Trust Open Air Homes
Experience, Transparency, & Long-Term Success
Choosing Open Air Homes means:
- Proven expertise with thousands of successful bookings
- Consistent, personalized service tailored to each home
- A dedicated team focused on long-term homeowner success
💬 FAQ: Onboarding with Open Air Homes
🏡 How long does the onboarding process take?
Onboarding typically takes 1-4 weeks, depending on permit requirements, design updates, and operational setup.
For homeowners with unfurnished homes, the timeline varies on a case-by-case basis, depending on furnishing, staging, and readiness for guest stays.
Some homeowners even come to us before purchasing a property. In these cases, we connect them with experienced real estate agents at our sister company OpenAiRE Brokerage to help them find the ideal vacation home for long-term success.
🏡 What if my home needs design improvements?
We offer affordable staging, junior designers, and luxury interior design options to help your home stand out without overspending. No matter your budget, we have trusted professionals who can elevate your space.
However, we selectively work with the top 30% of the STR market to ensure guests receive a high-quality experience. We partner with homeowners who value guest satisfaction, understanding that positive reviews are key to our mutual success.
🏡 Do I need short-term rental permits to list my home?
This depends on city regulations, which vary between Los Angeles, Palm Springs, Riverside, Malibu, and beyond. The California Coastal Commission also plays a role—currently in favor of STRs—if your home falls within its jurisdiction.
One thing is certain: regulations in this industry are always evolving. We operate fully above board and guide homeowners through the permit process to ensure compliance.
If permits are required, we can legally list your home as a Month+ rental (30+ days) until everything is secured.
🏡 How do you price my home for maximum revenue?
We use dynamic pricing software (PriceLabs) combined with manual market analysis to set competitive rates that adjust in real time based on demand and seasonality.
To build early momentum, we typically price your home slightly below market for the first few bookings, ensuring exceptional guest experiences and strong 5-star reviews. Once a solid reputation is established, we gradually adjust pricing to its full market rate for long-term success.
🏡 How does Open Air Homes handle guest communication?
Our team provides guest support late into the night via SMS and platform messaging, ensuring seamless communication and high guest satisfaction.
If you read our Airbnb reviews, you’ll see that guests frequently praise our response speed. Our company-wide goal is to answer guests faster than it would take to walk to a hotel front desk!