Vacation Rental Management & Co-Host Fees
How the fees at Sunny Hideaways include everything you need for a stress-free vacation rental experience.
Key points to keep in mind
Sunny Hideaways offers three straightforward plans for co-host & STR management fees, from virtual to full service, to suit your specific vacation rental property needs.
Homeowners select one and pay a single management fee covering all the services offered by Sunny Hideaways, including 24/7 guest support, marketing, dynamic pricing, coordinating professional home cleaning-maintenance, and more.
Typically, vacation homeowners experience 15%-20% increase in earnings after switching to Sunny Hideaways.
“What is the cost of your management fee?”
For every stage of your STR journey
Tailored Plans
Benefit from top-notch service, tried-and-tested strategies, whichever option you select, our management plans align with your current needs and future aspirations.
Booking Only
Virtual Co-Hosting-
Property Listing
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Marketing & Listing Management
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Guest & Owner Support
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Reservation & Payment Processing
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Standard Risk Protection
Virtual Co-Host Plus
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All Core Benefits, Plus Personalized, secure & Proactive Upgrades
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Vetted Service Providers Network
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Dedicated Performance Advisor
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Premium Support Desk
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Increased Listing Exposure
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Increased Risk Protection
Passive Income
Complete Turnkey-
All Prior Benefits, Plus
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Cleaning & Maintenance Management
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Staging & Cleaning Supervisor
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Restocking of amenities & supplies
Your selected plan management fee applies to every stay.
Included in our fees!
Our focus is on maximizing revenue for our homeowners while ensuring a seamless vacation rental experience. Here is a breakdown of what is covered in our full-service management package:
For you
Access to an online owner account for tracking earnings, submitting maintenance requests, downloading tax documents, and more
Assistance with city and county permitting and regulations (where permitted by law)
Financial reporting and bookkeeping services
Comprehensive marketing services, including:
Professionally crafted online listings with photography, SEO-friendly copywriting, and 360-degree virtual home tours using Matterport technology
Promotion on major booking platforms like Airbnb, Vrbo, and more
Dynamic rate-setting technology
Search engine marketing, remarketing, and targeted email marketing
Possibilities for social media exposure
For your guests
24/7 guest support before and during their stay
On-site assistance available at all times
Flexible payment plans through Affirm for easier booking
Convenient mobile app for guests to check in, plan their trip, view house rules, access WiFi passwords, and more
For your home
Guest screening to ensure proper care of your home during each stay
Assigned local property manager available 24/7 for coordination and support
Training for local staff with competitive benefits
Ongoing technological enhancements and tools for optimal performance
Efficient supply chains to keep your home running smoothly year-round
What fees do guests incur at Sunny Hideaways?
These fees are designed to enhance the guest experience and cover additional cleaning to maintain the quality of your home:
Booking fee: This fee supports our investment in top-notch technology and service, covering customer support, credit card fees, listing management, and reservation risk management
Cleaning fee: Covers the cost of professional housekeeping with enhanced cleaning protocols
Hot tub fee: Maintains hot tubs with professional service and supplies
Pet fee: Additional fee for guests with pets to ensure cleanliness
Damage waiver fee: Small fee (up to $60 per reservation) for accidental damage coverage up to $10,000, excluding specific circumstances
To maximize revenue, we list our properties on third-party channels that may charge guests an additional fee.
Vacation rental management fees FAQ
You can expect co-host or management fees to range from 10% to 50% of your revenue, remember that vacation rental managers offer different services and may charge for them in various ways.
Our innovative approach to vacation rental property management allows us to maintain costs lower than our competitors—beginning with a 10% fee on each booking, charged only after guests check in, covering all our services. This means we only profit when you do, and there are no unexpected fees. We’re confident in our approach to help you achieve your vacation rental objectives, so signing up is free, and we don’t require long-term commitments.
Renting your vacation home to travelers is the best way to maximize its potential, and the easiest way to do this is by hiring a full-service vacation rental manager, like Sunny Hideaways. They handle everything from bookings and marketing to housekeeping and more.
Some people enjoy managing the process themselves, but they’ll be the first to admit it’s a round-the-clock job. When considering whether to hire a vacation rental manager, think about your lifestyle, future plans, and current obligations. Consider how these factors might affect your vacation rental goals.
If you decide that a full-service manager is the right choice, connect with a local Sunny Hideaways expert. They can help maximize your earnings while minimizing disruptions to your daily life and provide an estimate of your home’s revenue potential.
Given that each owner has unique needs and objectives, we offer three management plans as to best serve your specific requirements.
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Booking Only is suitable for owners who aim to:
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Minimize expenses
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Optimize income regardless of economic conditions
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Receive assistance with various day-to-day responsibilities
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Benefit from general coverage and property support
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Virtual-Plus is tailored for owners seeking:
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Customized strategies to enhance revenue and bookings
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Ongoing business consultations and follow-ups
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Additional property safeguards and specialized assistance
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Recommendations for expanding their property portfolio
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Full Service is tailored toward for owners seeking:
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Passive income
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Up to 95% of all STR operation is taken care of by management.
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To determine if you and your property are a good match for our services, complete a brief form to assess your eligibility. Once you provide details such as your property type, location, and availability, we’ll promptly respond with an assessment.
Short answer: None, all three terms (Short Term Rental, Vacation Rental and Airbnb) are used interchangeably, renting your property for a short-term much like a hotel would a hotel room, meaning days, weeks and sometimes months as opposed to a long term rental which is usually 6 to 12 months.
When guests are ready to book your property, we manage all inquiries, send confirmation emails, and provide pre-stay information so they know exactly what to expect upon arrival and who to contact in case of any issues.
During their stay, guests have access to local on-the-ground assistance from a Guest Contact of your choosing (or us on the Full Service Plan), while our remote team is available 24/7 to answer questions and coordinate support. Additionally, owners can utilize our Premium Support Desk for quick responses and resolutions to any problems that may arise during a guest’s stay.
After check-out, we send review reminders to guests to help build and maintain your online reputation.
Yes, you may switch between Co-Host, Co-Host Plus, and Full Service at any time for any reason. Any change will take effect within 15 business days of your request.
