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 hands.
Below is our sample inventory which is the exact list that we use when starting a new STR setup.
From linens to silverware, we’ve linked the products that we’ve tried and tested ourselves.
Remember that we call this a sample inventory for a reason. Keep in mind your ideal guests, the storage space in your kitchen and other factors and adjust this list to fit your needs.
We’ve also included budget and splurge options in some categories.
*NEW* – If you’re looking for design help (with more shopable links), check out our STR Bedroom Design Made Easy blog post.
Happy Hosting!
Kitchen Items
Keurig (or Costco)
Kitchen towels (or Costco)
Knife block (or Costco) – plus steak knives if not included with block set
Measuring cup (liquid)
Measuring cups/spoons (or comes included in this cooking utensils set)
Mixer (optional)
Outdoor dinnerware (or this budget option – plates, bowls)
Pizza cutter (or comes included in this cooking utensils set)
Pot holders (or Costco)
Pots & Pans (from Costco) – or piece together these four items from Amazon – 1 | 2 | 3 | 4
Salad bowl – this set also serves as mixing bowls
Serving platters/bowls – Target, Costco, Home Goods – look for dishwasher-safe, melamine options when possible
Silverware (gold and matte black options)
Bedrooms
Bed pillows (soft) – 2 per double bed
Bed pillows (memory foam, or this one) – 2 per double bed
Sheets – 2 sets per bed
Additional pillowcases – 1 set per bed size
Layering blanket – 2 per bed
Quilt – 2 per bed
*tip – choose a different stitch pattern for king vs queen for easier sorting!
If a duvet is a must, we like these (use the code KYLEEANDSTEVEN30 for 30% off)
Sound machine – 1 per bedroom
USB hub – 1 per nightstand and desk
Hangers – don’t skimp on quantity
TV (nice to have) – splurge option
Shop bedrooms from our listings:
Twin Bedroom at Saguaro
Bathrooms
Towels – 4x max occupancy
Hand towel / wash cloth sets – 1x max occ.
Makeup wash cloths – 2x max occ.
Bath mats – 2 per bathroom
Refillable shampoo bottles – 3 per shower
Bottle labels – for each bottle
Hand soap dispenser – 1 per sink
Living Room
Shop living rooms from our listings:
Smart Home Features
Click here for our full smart home list with multiple options per category
Click here to watch our video on smart home devices
Kids Items
Laundry
**not the best for your cleaning team but fine for guest use
Pool / Beach
Remote pool control capability *Check with your pool person to make sure this is compatible. Additional equipment may be required.
Storage & Misc.
Hi Kylee and Steven,
I am currently setting up an STR on Sanibel Island FL and have watched all of your videos, as this is my first try at an STR. Thank you for all of the advice and the inventory lists you provide. It has been tremendously helpful.
Hello Kylee & Steven,
First, I want to say thank you for your videos with an abundant of information for beginners like me. I am about to purchase my first AirBNB.
Thanks.
Candece