Stairs in a househack STR. Stay or Go?

[Joshua Hilliard]

We just closed on a property that has a walkout basement, which we plan to use as a STR. We are househacking, so we will be living on the main floor. My original plan was to build a wall in front of the stairs in the basement and have a door blocking them off, but I have recently been thinking about removing the stairs completely, and framing in the floor. This would give me more space both up stairs and downstairs, but may make the house a harder sell in the future. Has anyone had a situation like this before? If so, how'd you go about it?
Thanks Everyone!

[Chase Hoover]

I'd leave the stairs and just do locking doors.  If/when you decide to sell, you'll thank yourself.  You may also move out and decide to rent the house long term to someone who will want the entire house.  Best to not back yourself in a (expensive) corner.