Stories From the Whitsundays: Rebecca's Queensland Airbnb Journey

Stories From the Whitsundays: Rebecca’s Queensland Airbnb Journey

As devastating as it was, the COVID pandemic was the impetus for change worldwide. People were roused to make unprecedented changes in their lives – mine was one of them. In 2020, my husband and I were running a successful Airbnb business from a property adjacent to our main home in Melbourne. Utilising Oasis Stay for our Melbourne property management meant we had a ‘set and forget’ investment. The Victorian government’s strict COVID shutdown laws meant the mortgage payments on our Airbnb property continued whilst our income dried up. The upshot was, we placed the house on the market and after careful investigation, invested all

Airbnb FAQ: Answering the Internet's Questions About Airbnb Hosting in Australia

Airbnb FAQ: Answering the Internet’s Questions About Airbnb Hosting in Australia

Airbnb has become so ubiquitous in Australia over the past 10 years that you’d be forgiven for thinking it had always existed. The revolution of short-stay rentals as a disruptor to the world of hotels and the rental market at large has left many opportunities for property owners to earn money from their investments in ways never considered before. With that said, even 10 years in, there is still a lot of confusion about the Airbnb hosting experience in Australia, and what you can do to really get the most out of your Airbnb hosting experience. At Oasis Stay, we have been supporting the Australian

Is Melbourne A Good Area For Airbnb Hosting?

Is Melbourne A Good Area For Airbnb Hosting?

When we think of Airbnb, we often think of the big tourist destinations in the country, and for good reason. With millions of people yearly travelling for business and pleasure to Australia’s major hubs such as the Gold Coast, Melbourne, and Sydney, the widest pool of visitors means the most chances that someone will be looking for an Airbnb. However, with all of those travellers also comes a hefty amount of competition, with a wealth of property owners all trying to take that top spot as the space’s leading host. Given this, property investors who are looking to get their proverbial foot in the door

What Tips Do Airbnb Property Owners Have For Successful Short-Stay Management?

What Tips Do Airbnb Property Owners Have For Successful Short-Stay Management?

Airbnb has taken the world by storm. At any one time, there are over seven million Airbnb properties listed in over 100,000 cities and 220 countries. These figures are hardly surprising when one compares the benefits of hosting to other investments – the flexibility of being able to use your property when you want, Airbnb’s insurance coverage and property protection services and the ability to adjust pricing to exploit peak periods are just a few of the advantages Airbnb hosting offers. We asked Superhost Ian Harris, who has managed an Airbnb in Queensland’s Gold Coast region since 2016, for some tips on how new hosts

The Ultimate Guide to Becoming a Successful Airbnb Host

The Ultimate Guide to Becoming a Successful Airbnb Host

Airbnb has become increasingly popular with investors and property owners seeking to generate an income from a vacant property, and for good reason. Airbnb offers a more lucrative rental yield than long-term tenancies, particularly in popular tourist locations. This is unsurprising as short-stay guests look for an alternative to expensive hotel rooms which offer no self-catering or laundry options and far less space. An increasing number of homeowners are drawn to host an Airbnb due to its flexibility, allowing them to continue using their property by blocking out dates when it is unavailable.  Whilst setting up an Airbnb is a straightforward process, Oasis Stay property

Airbnb Income: Why Hosting With Airbnb Makes Solid Financial Sense

Airbnb Income: Why Hosting With Airbnb Makes Solid Financial Sense

With the latest round of interest rate rises negatively impacting property investors in the hip pocket, it is unsurprising many are now turning to Airbnb to increase their rental yield. In popular tourist areas such as the Gold Coast, Sunshine Coast or Melbourne’s Mornington Peninsula and major capital cities like Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Hobart, investors can realise the same income in two or three days with, for example, Melbourne Airbnb management, that they would normally expect to receive in a week with a long-term tenant.  Unlike long-term tenancies, Airbnb offers hosts the transparency to personally vet guests. Airbnb also offers the security of $1

Queensland Airbnb Guide: What Makes QLD the Perfect Airbnb Destination?

Queensland Airbnb Guide: What Makes QLD the Perfect Airbnb Destination?

Ah, Queensland. Beautiful one day, profitable the next.  What comes to mind when you think of Queensland? Perhaps the pristine beaches, Great Barrier Reef, lush rainforests, natural wildlife or the year-round sunshine. Whatever it is, Queensland has the lot. It is no wonder then that it is one of Australia’s top destinations for local and overseas tourists – the perfect Airbnb destination that can be a property investor’s key to a secure, stress-free future.  As a leading provider of Airbnb management services in Queensland, let’s take a deep dive into why hosting an Airbnb property in Queensland makes good financial sense. Number Crunching Consider this

How To Write The Ultimate Airbnb Property Description

How To Write The Ultimate Airbnb Property Description

The right Airbnb property description will lead to higher conversions. Learn how to perfect your description with this guide.  When marketing a property, you only have one chance to make the right first impression. You can capture the interest of your audience with the right pictures or title, but it’s the description that earns you the booking. Once you have their interest, you need to show them why they should book your property.  Let’s explore some of the best ways you can write the perfect description for your Airbnb listing that will convert readers. Show Your Personality First, guests will want to know who you

How To Write A Good Airbnb Listing Description?

How To Write A Good Airbnb Listing Description?

Writing a good Airbnb listing description is key if you want to draw as many customers as possible. The listing description is likely the first thing that customers will look at after eyeing up your photos. The more detail you add to the description, the more the customer will know about your property. A description should answer all of their questions to engage them and encourage them to book.  It is essential to not skip a lengthy description as those will likely attract more people. On that note, here are some tips for writing a good Airbnb listing description. Include unique amenities Your Airbnb listing