Honest, locally-grounded writing on running a Vermont short-term rental — regulations, pricing, taxes, and the realities of hosting in the Northeast Kingdom.
A behind the scenes look at how Simple Stay uses Breezeway photo verified inspections on every Vermont turnover, and why it outperforms manual checklists.
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How Simple Stay's dual membership in the Vermont Short Term Rental Alliance (VTSTRA) and Rent Responsibly protects Vermont owners through state-level advocacy, local data, and regulatory support.
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Pricing is one of the highest-leverage decisions in a Vermont short-term rental. Here's why dynamic pricing matters in this market — and why the person running the tool matters even more.
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Vermont's Act 250 land-use law sometimes applies to short-term rentals. Here is when it triggers, what the review involves, and the most common owner misconceptions.
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Why a Vermont short-term rental in Newport, Westmore, or Craftsbury runs on a different economic model than one in Stowe or Killington, and what that means for owner expectations.
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A property manager who actually lives in Vermont brings local relationships, faster response times, and on-the-ground judgment that national brands simply can't match.
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Standard homeowner and second-home policies usually exclude STR activity. Here's how Vermont owners should structure coverage between commercial riders, dedicated STR policies, and platform protection.
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Pipes, plowing, propane, heat-tape, smart thermostats, guest comms: the practical checklist Simple Stay runs on every Vermont cabin before the first cold snap of the season.
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