Certified Short Term/Vacation Rental Stylist!

I’m thrilled to share that I earned my certification as a Short Term Rental Stylist through Staging Studio! This specialized training has equipped me with the tools and insights to elevate short term rental (STR) properties, otherwise know as vacation rentals, into unforgettable guest experiences.

Why does this matter? Studies consistently show that beautifully designed vacation rentals are more successful: they’re occupied more frequently and earn significantly higher nightly rates. In fact, Vacation rentals, or short term rentals, with professional staging can earn up to 20% more per night and have up to 40% higher occupancy rates compared to their unstaged counterparts. As an interior designer and home stager, we make sure that the design and the staging of each project is beautiful, memorable and comfortable for its guests.

At House Candy Home, we’ve already seen the impact of great design. I’m honored that our work was recognized in 2024 when we placed in the Top 10 for Best Short Term Rental Staging projects in the USA by the Real Estate Staging Association (RESA).

To celebrate this new certification, I’d love to showcase a few of our favorite STR transformations. Scroll down to see how thoughtful styling can turn ordinary spaces into standout destinations.

LINKS TO OUR LISTINGS

• Alpine Meadows Ski Cabin Coming Soon!

• Capitola Ocean Views! Sleeps 10!

• Rio del Mar Aptos, CA

• Princeville Kauai - Closed for improvements

• Kapunaiki Multiple Units North Shore, Oahu

• Moss Landing Monterey Dunes Oceanfront Coming Soon!

• Only Inn Palm Springs, Palm Springs CA - Award Winning!

• Scenic in Seattle, Seattle WA

• Chick Pleasure Point Digs, Unit 1 Santa Cruz CA

• Chic Pleasure Point Digs Unit 2, Santa Cruz CA

• Sophisticated Seabright Santa Cruz, CA

• West Cliff Beach House Santa Cruz, CA

  
  

Let me know which project inspires you the most—or if you’re ready to elevate your rental property to its full potential!

Here are a few before shots from some of these properties. Interior Design, Staging, Stocking and Styling make ALL the difference and the 5 star reviews are proof it makes a difference.