Hi, I’m Kate, the founder of Splendid Host.
I help short term rental owners optimize their vacation homes to maximize occupancy, enhance guest experience, and increase revenue on platforms like Airbnb and Vrbo.
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Top 1% of Homes on Airbnb
My home is a Guest Favorite and is one of the highest ranked properties across over 7 million listings worldwide.
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Airbnb Superhost
I have received 5-star reviews from every guest I have hosted. Above and beyond is my standard.
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15+ Years of Marketing Experience
From website creation and SEO to social media and content creation — you name it, I’ve done it!
STR Services
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I combine my experience as an Airbnb Superhost with a professional background in data analysis and reporting to help homeowners navigate the common pain points of owning and operating a short term rental.
Consulting services include:
Property walkthrough and feedback
Home styling and decorating
Market and competitor research
Pricing strategy
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Effective marketing is a key driver of STR success. I will create and implement a bespoke marketing plan to generate more views for your listing and/or website, which is essential for increasing occupancy and revenue.
Marketing services include:
Listing set-up
Logo design
Website creation
Search engine optimization (SEO)
Social media
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Generating income from your second home doesn’t have to be your second job. As an Airbnb Experienced Co-Host, I provide virtual and in-person support for vacation home owners in Vermont and their guests, taking on the day-to-day work that comes with operating a short term rental.
Co-hosting services include:
Listing maintenance
Calendar management
24/7 guest communications
Writing guest reviews
Housekeeping and maintenance management
Essentials replacement and other on site services
"Kate may easily have been the best host I not only had the pleasure of communicating with, but also staying with. She thought of things to carefully place in each room that no other host has ever done within my bookings. Kate is very easy going, easy to speak with, and very hospitable. I can say with certainty, that our group will return."
— Noel, Philadelphia, PA
Five-Star Airbnb Guest Reviews
"We absolutely loved our stay in this wonderful home.... The home is so thoughtfully stocked with toiletries, puzzles, games, linens, dishes, kitchen appliances, etc. We found everything we needed/wanted and more! They have done a lovely job maintaining and renovating an old home. It was cute and charming and quiet. We look forward to our next stay!"
— Eliza, Lawrence, KS
"We absolutely loved staying in Kate’s house! The home is beautiful, was perfectly clean, and very comfortable... Kate was responsive and proactive in communication, I knew everything I needed to, before I arrived. This was the best imaginable experience really, no stress!! I was able to completely relax and enjoy my visit. I absolutely plan to stay with Kate again!"
— Emma, Woodstock, NY
"Staying at Kate’s house was like being welcomed to a friend’s family home. The house has everything you can ever need and more. Plenty of kids toys, comfy linens and well stocked kitchen. Kate was a gracious host, very responsive and generous... Thank you, Kate!!"
— Mimi, New York, NY
"This place is wonderful. This is our second time staying here. The home is well kept, clean and homey feeling. Kate is so kind, responsive and very accommodating and flexible. I cannot recommend this beautiful home enough. This is our go to rental when we come back to visit family. Thank you, Kate, for letting us stay in your wonderful home."
— Molly, Mount Pleasant, SC
"Kate's place is just amazing. It's like home away from home. It is a charming Vermont house with a lot of character. Kate was very proactive in her communication with me, making sure that our check-in went flawlessly. The place is very clean and organized. Her instructions binder was clear and easy to follow. We would definitely stay again. Thank you, Kate, for being a wonderful host!"
— Anthony, New Haven, CT
FAQ
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I am based in Vermont, but many of my services are available nationwide. See the Services page for more info.
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Get in touch to schedule a free introductory call to discuss your needs as a host. From there, I will create custom package with pricing for you to review and approve before we start working together. No obligation, no hard sell.
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Unfortunately, I do not publish my rates for consulting and marketing services. (Annoying, I know.) Each project is unique and the time and amount of work involved can vary significantly.
My co-hosting packages are commission based. I take a cut of the combined nightly rate for each stay: 10% for The Basics, 15% for The Happy Medium, and 20% for The Works.
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Coaching sessions start at $145 for a 30 minute call and are a great option if you just have a few questions.
If you're interested in other services, I can create a plan for you that we can rollout incrementally over time, staggering the cost.
I also encourage you to check out the Hosting Hints blog, follow @splendidhost on Instagram and sign up for my newsletter below for tips and advice for STR owners.
Hosting Hints
