Opening your house to guests is one of the many joys of being a homeowner. You can make guests feel welcomed and comfortable by following these simple tips.
Flexibility is key in getting the most out of your guest quarters. If you host frequently, the room will likely be used by a wide variety of people – from your high school bestie visiting with her kids on spring break, to Great Auntie Edna who’s there for the holidays, to your nephew who’s in town to tour college campuses. If you expect to house children or multiple guests at the same time, consider investing in bunk beds or at least twin beds to offer several possible combinations of sleeping arrangements. The important thing is to plan ahead and anticipate who you may be hosting. Keep this in mind when decorating the space as well. Selecting a neutral color palette (step away from that ruffled, hot pink comforter!) will ensure that everyone feels content in their home away from home.
Showcase your local community by displaying the highlights or most popular features of your city. Display a coffee table book about its history or attractions. Framed postcards or other artwork that show the best and coolest spots around town will not only dress up the space, but also give visitors a little taste of what they might see and do during their stay. Go one step further and stock the dresser drawer with brochures or travel magazines they can browse through to gather ideas about an itinerary for their vacation.
Want to really understand what your visitors might need? Spend a night in your guest room with suitcase in tow, and you’ll discover all sorts of little niceties that would make a difference to your guests: handy hooks for wet towels, extra blankets in the bureau, plenty of empty hangers in the closet, a convenient luggage rack, drink coasters for the nightstand, an alarm clock or even a collection of short stories for nighttime reading. Endeavoring to understand their needs from their perspective will help you play the role of the perfect host.
Feel confident when you lay out the welcome mat that those who cross your threshold will enjoy the time spent in your home. Refer to these tips when preparing for overnight guests and you’ll be sure to win points as a first-rate host.
460 MORRISON STREET
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,332 ESF
$675,000
MLS# PTP2301424
JACUMBA
DESERT VIEW TOWER & 3 HOMES
TOWER + 3 UNITS
$2,250,000
MLS# 230000626
1756 ESSEX STREET #109
2 BR | 2 BA | 841 ESF
$629,000 - $649,000
MLS# 230005353
LA JOLLA
935 GENTER STREET #305
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,130 ESF
$1,150,000
MLS# 230004396
760 FLORENCE STREET
2 BR | 1 BA | 744 ESF
$485,000
MLS# 230005628
LA JOLLA
2500 TORREY PINES ROAD #201
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,344 ESF
$979,000
MLS# 230005472
LAKESIDE
13490 HIGHWAY 8 BUSINESS #145
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,300 ESF
$225,000
MLS# PTP2301301
MISSION
1101 COLUSA STREET
4 UNITS
$2,850,000
MLS# PTP2301450
3809 BIRCH STREET
2 UNITS
$849,000
MLS# PTP2301326
MOUNT
719 BOILING SPRINGS TRACT LO
3 BR | 1 BA | 900 ESF
$250,000
MLS# PTP2300633
MISSION
3280 REYNARD WAY
14 UNITS
$5,450,000
MLS# NDP2301963
NATIONAL CITY
2321-2327 PROSPECT STREET
5 UNITS
$1,750,000
MLS# 230005559
NATIONAL CITY
1121 OLIVE AVENUE
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,322 ESF
$625,000 - $650,000
MLS# PTP2301023
OTAY MESA
3186 CAMINO ALETA
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,679 ESF
$669,000
MLS# PTP2301188
OCEAN BEACH
2257 ETIWANDA STREET
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,762 ESF
$1,450,000
MLS# 230005674
OTAY MESA
3340 DEL SOL BOULEVARD #219
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,440 ESF
$145,900
MLS# PTP2300150
4648 POINT LOMA AVENUE
2 BR | 1 BA | 836 ESF
$1,300,000
MLS# 230005296
OTAY MESA
3340 DEL SOL BOULEVARD #98
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,344 ESF
$144,900
MLS# PTP2300587
2751 BEATRICE STREET
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,157 ESF
$699,999
MLS# PTP2300963
POINT
3404 FREEMAN STREET
3 BR | 2 BA | 1,877 ESF
$1,495,000
MLS# 230005089
712 TARENTO DRIVE
3 BR | 2 BA | 2,277 ESF
$1,995,000
MLS# 230005672
POWAY
12330 SOPHIA DRIVE
3 BR | 1 BA | 1,057 ESF
$649,900
MLS# 230002412
3826 BROWNING STREET
4 BR | 3 BA | 2,298 ESF
$1,600,000
MLS# 230003141
16010 CAMINITO TOMAS
3 BR | 2.5 BA | 1,554 ESF
$779,000
MLS# NDP2301666
SAN CARLOS
6816 HYDE PARK DRIVE UNIT K
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,094 ESF
$475,000 - $489,000
MLS# PTP2300595
SAN YSIDRO
2033 DAIRY MART ROAD #18
STUDIO | 1 BA | 400 ESF
$275,000
MLS# PTP2300867
SAN YSIDRO
105 SEAWARD AVENUE
9 UNITS
$2,550,000
MLS# NDP2301077
SANTEE
9255 N MAGNOLIA AVENUE #132
2 BR | 2 BA | 1,940 ESF
$389,000
MLS# PTP2301280
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