Happy Holidays from Home Hosts of Door County!
As we reflect on 2024, Home Hosts of Door County extends warm holiday wishes to our members and community. This season, we’re filled with gratitude for the incredible individuals who make up our association—both our dedicated longtime members and the new faces who’ve joined us this year.
A Heartfelt Thanks to Our Returning Members
To our loyal members: your unwavering support and involvement in our advocacy and community-building efforts make our work possible. Together, we’re ensuring that short-term rentals remain a vibrant part of Door County’s unique appeal while supporting local tourism and businesses.
Let’s Keep Growing
We invite everyone passionate about Door County to consider joining Home Hosts this holiday season. By becoming a member, you’ll help us continue to advocate for fair regulations, share best practices, and protect the rights of short-term rental operators in our beloved region. Join us and be part of the movement that keeps Door County’s STR community thriving!
Wishing you a holiday season filled with joy, warmth, and plenty of happy guests,
The Home Hosts Board of Directors
🎁Our gift to you. Use code HHMEMBER during checkout for 20% off your first year of membership!
Events to Level Up Your STR Hosting
*Member-Only Event*
Save-the-Date: Wednesday, Jan. 8 | Noon CST
Expert Tactics for Managing Guest Issues Like a Pro
In an industry where a bad review can make or break your business, taking the right approach with your guests can turn a potential disaster into a positive guest experience.
In this webinar, you will learn through real-life examples about the tools and tactics that will help:
- Set clear expectations from the moment a guest books to help avoid miscommunication leading up to, during, and after their stay
- Navigate guest complaints with confidence, whether they’re genuine and of concern or completely exaggerated
- Learn how to handle and navigate guests seeking refunds while balancing the impact of a negative review
- Leverage security deposits or damage protection waivers
- Step-by-step guidance on documenting issues or damages for claims (Airbnb AirCover, insurance or other)
This event is open to all Home Hosts members. To join this exclusive webinar, become a member of Home Hosts today and access registration details in the member portal.
*Member-Only Exclusive*
⏩Webinar Recording: Mastering Cleaning Secrets for Efficiency & Success
ICYMI: Our November webinar, Mastering Cleaning Secrets for Efficiency & Success, is now available in the Home Hosts member portal!
Take your short-term rental cleaning to the next level! In this virtual session, you’ll dive deep into the essentials of managing STR cleanings like a pro, including everything from what to expect from a standard cleaning to understanding why it’s critical to document your property with photos after each cleaning.
Log in to your Home Hosts account to watch now!
News You Can Use
Go For a Ride in Door County This Winter
From Destination Door County
When winter arrives, Door County transforms into a wonderland of unique outdoor adventures. As an STR owner, you can enhance your guests’ experience by suggesting activities like sleigh rides, ferry trips, sledding, and ATV excursions. These memorable options offer visitors a chance to explore the area’s charm and create unforgettable winter memories.
Winterizing Your Property: A Property Manager’s Guide to Winter Preparation
From Breezeway
Winterization goes beyond preventing frozen pipes—it’s about safeguarding your property and maintaining its condition during extended periods of cold weather.