What if you could cut your turnover time in half, without cutting corners?
I’ll share 10 turnover hacks to streamline your process and still get glowing reviews.

Struggling to keep up with back-to-back bookings? Feel like your whole life revolves around toilet paper rolls and towel folding?

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You’re not alone.

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Quick turnovers are the backbone of great hosting. But what if you could shave hours off the clock without sacrificing quality—and still rake in 5-star reviews?

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Here are 10 turnover hacks that’ll make your life easier and your guests happier. Because let’s be honest—no one raves about a “mediocre clean.”

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1. Use a Pre-Loaded Turnover Tote

Start with a simple trick: a bin of pre-stocked essentials. Think: mini shampoos, wrapped sponges, extra remotes, batteries, coffee packets, etc.

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Why it works? You’re not sprinting to the supply closet every time. Just grab and go.

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I call it my “cleaning tackle box.”

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2. Create a Room-by-Room Checklist

Not just any checklist. A visual and time-based one. Include photos of how the room should look.

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It keeps cleaners consistent—even if you switch teams or outsource. And if you’re DIY-ing it? Helps you move on autopilot.

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(Grab the free Daily Operations Checklist in the Mastering Vacation Rentals course. It’s gold.)

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3. Set a Turnover Timer

Use a simple timer app to race the clock—like a cleaning version of Top Chef.

It gamifies the routine, boosts focus, and prevents distractions. And nothing motivates like seeing your record time improve!

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4. Master the Bed Flip Trick

Two fitted sheets. One mattress.

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Put on both. When it’s turnover time, you rip off the top and BOOM—fresh bed underneath.

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You’ll thank me later.

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5. Skip the Iron, Use the Dryer Hack

Towels looking tired? Toss them with a damp wash cloth and dryer sheet for 10 minutes. Wrinkles gone. Fluff restored.

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No ironing board needed. Your guests will think you pressed each one by hand.

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(Spoiler: you did not.)

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6. Pre-Label and Pre-Refill Everything

Don’t wait till turnover day to top up hand soap or swap out shampoo.

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Have a second set of pre-labeled refillable bottles ready to go. Swap and stash. Then refill in your downtime.

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Faster. Cleaner. Saner.

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7. Invest in a Cordless Vacuum You Love

You don’t need a $700 vacuum. But you do need one that glides over rugs, hardwood, and mystery crumbs like a champ.

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Find one you love. Use it religiously. Then hide it in plain sight—it impresses guests AND helps them handle minor spills on their own.

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8. Set Up a Cleaner’s Closet (with Camera)

Yep, a locked supply closet. Stock it with:

• Linens

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• Paper goods

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• Spare bulbs

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• Broom, mop, vacuum

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• First aid kits

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• Extra remote batteries

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And yes, install a small camera (if legal in your area). Not for spying—just for ensuring it’s stocked before your cleaner arrives.

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9. Snap the “After” Every Time

Train your cleaner, or yourself, to take 3-5 photos after every clean.

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If a guest claims it “wasn’t clean,” you’ve got proof. And for returning guests, it helps you match the exact setup they loved last time.

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Also? Great for marketing.

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10. Automate the Welcome Feel

Pre-set your smart lights. Auto-adjust the thermostat. Leave a pre-written welcome note in every basket.

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This is next-level “set-it-and-forget-it” hospitality. Saves time and still hits emotionally with your guest.

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Consistency = 5-star reviews.

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7 days. 7 steps. Zero fluff.

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What’s YOUR Best Hack?

Drop a comment below.

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Here Are Your 5 Takeaways

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In Conclusion

Turnovers don’t have to drain your energy—or your weekends.

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With a few simple systems and tools, you can flip faster, stress less, and set the stage for jaw-dropping reviews.

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Guests won’t just be satisfied—they’ll be wowed.

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Ready to create your own winning routine?

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You’ll find plug-and-play checklists, cleaner SOPs, and more in the “Launch Your First Vacation Rental” course. That’s where the magic happens.

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Subscribe now so you don’t miss the next episode. Because yes, there is a right way to stock a “just in case” guest drawer.

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And no, it’s not with 40 ketchup packets.