Does setting up a short-term rental feel like a mystery to you? Are you feeling overwhelmed trying to start your purchasing list and budget? Stress no more, friend. You’re in good … Read more
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Does setting up a short-term rental feel like a mystery to you? Are you feeling overwhelmed trying to start your purchasing list and budget? Stress no more, friend. You’re in good … Read more
Does optimizing your short-term rental seem like a mystery to you? Are you feeling overwhelmed with all of the different smart home devices on the market and worried about staying … Read more
Simple and serene with a desert-bohemian flare, we love the casual vibe of this kids bedroom at Saguaro in Scottsdale, Arizona. The two “headboards” are actually rattan room dividers which … Read more
Steven and I spent the first few days of the week in San Diego. I wish I could say it was for a relaxing, kid-free getaway and while it was kid-free it wasn’t exactly relaxing. … Read more
Here’s what’s been happening this week: At The Properties Highs: Coachella and Stagecoach festival weekends are filling up at top prices Crossing December owner statements off of our to-do list … Read more
If you follow along @therockawayhouse on Instagram, then you may have seen our Operation Hot Tub by NYE saga on stories. Overall the installation went smoothly, and I learned a lot from Steven! The most difficult part was lowering the tub from the pallet onto the paver pad. That thing is HEAVY. Like, squash you like a bug heavy. My dad, Steven and I had it mid-way down when we realized we really needed a fourth person and, luckily, our neighbor dropped what he was doing to come to our rescue and help. Thank you, Merritt!! … Read more
At home, we were busy bees getting the house prepped to host my entire family for our traditional Christmas Eve dinner and gift exchange. I “warned” everyone in advance that our house is still very much a work in progress, but one thing I really wanted to get done was moving the giant hot tub we ordered from Costco on Black Friday out of our driveway and into the backyard. … Read more
Here are a few of the go-to items that you’ll find at Arrivls locations. We call them the “unicorns” – hard to find products that save money and time without compromising in style or quality. … Read more
I feel like I say this every week.. but this week was an absolute scramble to the finish. Shipping delays were the culprit this time. I had ordered a Zinus platform bed and the shipping date kept getting pushed back. Then, on Friday morning, the bed showed as out for delivery! Maybe we’d get to finish the first bedroom after all! … Read more
The Spring 2020 One Room Challenge has officially come to an end. It’s a bitter-sweet feeling, guys! I’ve shared all about the project, step by step, from week 1 to … Read more