Guide to a Holiday Rental Makeover on a Budget

Giving your holiday rental a fresh look doesn't have to cost an arm and a leg. Even working within a tight budget, you can come up with some wonderful ways to style your rental.

Here are a few tips for giving your rental a makeover that won't break your budget.

Give each room a focal point

Creating a focal point for every room is a simple way to update the look without having to renovate the whole room. Focal points are easily created by painting a single wall a contrasting colour. This works very well for walls behind a bed or behind a large sofa. A colourful area rug can also breathe new life into a living room or an entryway. Re-arranging the furniture in an artful manner can guide visitor's eyes toward a beautiful view outside the window or a gorgeous painting on the wall.

Furnishings

When it comes to filling your holiday home with accent furniture, artwork, and ornaments, use a light touch. Overfilling the space with too many accent pieces can create a crowded, mismatched look. Updating the look of your home may be as simple as removing a few pieces that no longer work in the space.

It is also a good idea to work within a colour scheme to create a cohesive feel throughout. Before you change anything, you may want to give some thought to how you want people to feel while they are in the space. You can let that be your guide as you choose what objects can stay and which you can sell or give to charity.

Artwork

What you decide to put on the wall can enhance the overall look and feel of the space. If you don't like what you have on the walls right now, you don't have to worry about having to buy pricey new paintings. Sometimes all it takes is re-framing an old piece of art to make a bold statement in a room. You can also find affordable artwork that complements the style of your rental home from online sources like Gumtree (also a great place to list your holiday rental once you've finished giving it a makeover).

Bring in some colour

In general, it is a good idea to keep your colour scheme neutral throughout the home. That doesn't mean, however, that you shouldn't use colour at all. Colour is a simple way to create those focal points mentioned earlier. Just a splash on one wall or a little to brighten up a dark corner can help create a dramatic look that pops.

Other ways to bring in colour besides paint are in your accent pieces like rugs, curtains, throw cushions and blankets. Wallpapering a single wall is another affordable and stylish option.

Finishing touches

Staging your holiday home to look more inviting to guests can be as simple as adding a basket of locally available or gourmet items on top of the dining table or an entryway side table... Tying back the curtains so visitors can immediately see the beautiful views... Stacking the crockery neatly in the kitchen and arranging books and magazines so they are easily accessible... Leaving homemade scented soaps by the bathroom sink... It's these small things that can leave a big impression on your renters and keep them coming back time and again.