Someone bought my tiny home Airbnb. I can't believe what they did to it.

[@Thun-qd1lg]

Moving the couch was a great idea. 3 things, the sofa no longer is a barrier to the window. You have a view out the window from the sofa instead of looking a an oven an fume hood. Third the new arrangement creates an entry foyer.

[@pinezzzka968]

Exactly my thoughts. Sofa repositioning immediately has created the fuctional zones in a still open plan concept.

[@nofurtherwest3474]

Yeah I like the new layout since it doesn't block the windows.

[@-Anjel]

also with the sofa there you can lounge and watch tv more comfortably

[@notconvincedgranny6573]

And you can see the TV without getting a cramp in your neck and shoulders.

[@lisser7]

Yes, I hate having seating that isn’t realistic to how the space will be used. I want the comfortable furniture facing the TV.

[@donowtube]

Man Airbnbs hidden fees are terrible! If they continue trying to blindside the consumer with these ungodly hidden cleaning fees they're going to push people to use hotels instead. I was about to book a place for the weekend at 108 a night and it was going to cost me around 400 to stay two nights! Insane dude. Hotels aren't dead yet.

[@devonblaine]

Hidden cleaning fees?

[@Joe-nx7nj]

No, thats the price it costs to clean up after some of these animals. If people were nice enough to leave a place in reasonable condition then cleaning companies wouldn't charge the hosts so much.

[@donowtube]

@@Joe-nx7nj if that's the attitude you have about the people you're hosting for you shouldn't be in this business. Have you ever stayed in a real bed and breakfast? The hospitality is unrivaled. Its a genuinely awesome experience with another human being that's there to serve you.

[@Joe-nx7nj]

@@donowtube i treat my guests amazing, but yes, some are absolute animals. This isn't abed snd breakfast.... well some are, however, it is someones home. Treat it with respect. Would you leave dirty dishes in a b and b, not pick up after your dog on the lawn, leave smelling bags of trash in the house, contaminate a hot tub, take books, towels? This is why cleaning fees are so high. While most guests are decent there's the few that ruin it for all.

[@donowtube]

@@devonblaine Yeah, if you're looking for a place to stay Airbnb doesn't show you the total you'll pay per night. If they did the prices on their map would be horrifically high. On top of that hosts want you to do your own dishes, take out the trash, put used laundry in a certain place. If I'm paying a $200 cleaning fee, I shouldn't have to be doing any of that. If you stay at a hotel you moat likely get a complimentary breakfast, room service comes in and makes the bed and puts out fresh folded towels and wipes things down everyday. And for the most part what you see on hotel websites is what you pay. It's honest and upfront advertising. I've used Airbnb for years, traveling throughout Europe, the U.K. and elsewhere. It hasn't always been like this. This deceptive advertising practice is going to hurt them.

[@Robuilt]

Hey Rob Mob! Wanted to quickly clarify: I said we were charging $150-$300 a night. I misspoke. I was charging that rate for Casa Conejo just down the road. I got my tiny houses mixed up. CLASSIC ROB AM I RIGHT? We were charging $250-$475/night and had a few high ticket holiday bookings in the $800+/night arena. The point is: The current owners are making way more money than me lol.

[@migueldepedro4467]

Note the listing only has 8 reviews and a 4.63 star rating. Our place is right nearby and i can honestly say the reason all their upcoming dates are blocked out isnt because it is popular, and those dates are booked, it is because they have been building a pool and doing other upgrades and it won’t be ready until October, they are building a pool because it wasn’t booking period. zero discredit to you or what you made, it's a great house, there is just no actual track record of it actually renting for decent money at any time since you sold it for top dollar which was definitely a good call IMHO. The super high rates they are asking upon reopening are for a pool property and even then it is doubtful they will get them since there are so many pool properties now. So the current owners are just going further in the expense hole doing upgrades while not actually making any money. You were smart for keeping it less tricked out and charging a good rate, as the idea that it will get their inflated asking price even with the pool and other extras is unlikely.

[@gonesurfn]

@@migueldepedro4467 Exactly! Having been in this game for over 25 years I can say, Rob is not as smart as he thinks he is, he just had great (lucky) timing! Joshua Tree/Yucca Valley is crashing hard!

[@migueldepedro4467]

@@gonesurfn good timing can be good smarts! I didn't mean to imply that rob or anyone else isn't smart, but it simply has to be noted that pouring lots of money into a property that isn't doing well at the same time so many other properties are pouring lots of money into properties that aren't doing well is more of a sign of weakness then a sign of strength. I do agree with you about the crashing hard:)

[@Joe-nx7nj]

@@gonesurfn im in joshua tree as well. Idk if i should sell or not. Seems like everyone has decided to come here. My exact house layout just sold for 500k . Im thinking of selling now. I bought at 130k. Made 60-70k a year. Ut idk now. This year seems dead

[@feinty5561]

+1 to what Miguel said. It wasn’t booking at all for avanstay’s inflated prices and now they are adding a pool, but the idea that it can stay booked at $800/night is crazy. They are also adding the pool right next to and facing the busiest heavily trafficked road in all of Joshua Tree which is a little insane.

[@Metaphysics-for-life]

Definitely A ! The sofa defines the living area, and is open to the view out the big picture window, as well as facing the TV for viewing without wringing one's neck 😀

[@dannyboy5665]

Lesson learned. Don't give in to peer pressure to sell, hold on to revenue generators and push your rate until demand drops off. Good luck on future builds.

[@naturdoc4076]

Yeah, get a new realtor

[@adamj799]

Ewww, are you a…landlord 🤮

[@danielbarneyflaker]

Bro you have the same first name as me lol! But still to the comment now: yes keep your houses till you decide to sell them, not till someone talks you into it

[@sheilakilby5162]

That is an amazing story. As a home builder, it is hard to see someone change something you have put your heart & soul into.

[@brianh9358]

Even worse is when you go back to the home you built and the occupants have destroyed the house and yard. That is why I never go back and see my previous homes anymore. :)

[@tammyrussell-rice5508]

Rob, I can empathsize. In my case, my husband and I SOLD our primary residence at a $500,000 loss in 2018. Buyer (after making some changes to the interior) turned around and sold it for a $2M profit in 2022! As they say, timing is everything.

[@shenalimendis5357]

Where was your home located?

[@SnuwoppLivingston]

Not timing, tastes. You are your husband might have had personal touches or things you liked that didn't go in conjunction w the market. (Interest rates being almost 0 also helped w the market SKYROCKETING)

[@owenvic]

I think the sofa is better by the door instead of against the windows because you get a better view and overall more light coming in. Also having it by the door sections off the living room space creating a rectangle which is more visual appealing. You did a great job with your set up too though!

[@Mrs.L.44]

I liked “A” because of the lighter colors. You seem very saucy over the changes. Like you said, people have different taste and they added a lot of extras outside. Your work was beautiful.💜

[@daltonshooks1518]

I drove by this property about a month ago and the back yard was leveled and excavated for what must be a pool. The price is goiNG UPPPP.

[@LucentCrystalBeauty]

I understand, obviously you want to make the most money you can but having lesser priced listings help average people like me book amazing trips. When you find gems like that and then try to book them again a year later and you see they have almost doubled (or more) in price it breaks your heart. I take a vacation every two years because that’s how long it takes me to save and recover from my previous trip. Not everyone can afford $1,200 a night. Saying all that just know Rob you may not have made as much as you could have but you gave a lot of people great memories. Now before anyone goes off on me talking about this is about making money… I completely understand that part. I’m just expressing my POV. ✌🏽

[@davidfavela5275]

Why did you sell it??!?!!. I always thought that selling it was a mistake. That was a no no for me, even for 700k. The beautiful design of it makes it gold. The fact that somebody is trying to copy your design it's a great thing. Take it as a compliment.

[@MaLiArtworks186]

I would have said $1 million.

[@cloud24patrol]

i like A not because of the way they moved the furniture but actually because of the light colors that make it feel more open

[@moon-ud8tq]

I prefer A (cool design space with white sofa) so that you can see the outside from sofa though B (homey, practical) does give more open space -- both nice. Fence made the space private.

[@Richiedei50]

I prefer version A. tbh as the people on the sofa can see out of the window and more light comes in the whole room. You did a fantastic job in general though.

[@ginamartinez6308]

If you ever get tired of real estate you’d be a great comedian. I really enjoyed this video! Thanks for sharing all your ups and downs and the wisdom that you learned from your experience. May all your ventures be prosperous👍🍀✨🏡

[@richardprofit6363]

One of the causes of skyrocketing rent costs is revealed here...corporations buying up more and more homes now with the help of "stockholders"...too bad stockholders and corporations don't care about the consequences - like the HUGE increase in homelessness...

[@slugtoenail]

They will feel the consequences when they are forced to sell at half the price they bought it for in a year.

[@shae1967]

I only stayed at an Airbnb once it was nice however, I was a little pissed that I was charged an additional $150 at the last minute ( sitting in the driveway of the Airbnb with family in tow) before I was given the key code to get into the house.

[@lc9991x]

Were you early? Just curious

[@all4fitz]

"Here"is an update on "Here". You mentioned their properties can get 100% funded in as little as 5 hours. I invested in their last property in Gatlinburg and as I scrambled to register since I forgot to do it ahead of time, I barely made it before 100% funding which was within I think less than an hour.

[@Crushanator1]

Yeah, I was waiting on that one, and it was sold like just less than 30 minutes

[@Khanfuzed1]

I like A’s interior design. It feels more inviting to actually watch the TV and relax. Your original feels more like a community hangout for chatter. In a place that small it’s cute and i agree more form fitting, but less like what the space will be used for

[@bkfromtherockies]

Welp, you definitely have proof that your designs and short term rental business is successful since folks are seriously biting your style. Keep up the great work and push your courses, if you have any. 👍🏿 BK

[@jamessmyth2332]

I think it's awesome that everyone is doing so well on the property you built. By selling your property for $400k profit, your 1031 exchange allowed you to redeploy additional capital faster! Increasing the velocity of your capital will improve your profitability in the long run.

[@pamela2750]

I like A. with the couch away from the window facing the tv. It defines the space & allows you to enjoy the beautiful view & the entertainment tv with little effort. Showing the view in the pics is smart & I like the leather chairs because it fits the desert landscape better & the chairs allow dust & dirt from the outdoors to pass through to the floor for easy cleaning.

[@joeking5038]

I wouldn't read too much into their charges to your charges per night. They have a different level of clientel than yours. I think it was a lesson learned as mentioned previous by others, but don't dwell on the money you "could have made". To me the class stays with the people who envisioned, not to the one's who "re-market" to suit their needs. Plus, why not use use some of their little changes to market some of your newer digs. The door swings both ways. Great stuff!

[@BigBrother-op6wq]

"Just list it". Friend or not, your realtor saw the listing as an opportunity to make 10's of thousands in commissions. Once you approve the listing they will do everything they can to close the sale. Essentially, once listed you are compelled to sell if offered full price.

[@lesley-anngilmore7524]

You just taught me something. Thanks.

[@mjacksonjones]

I sold a house I built about 5 years ago too and have regretted it so much since. I can tell you, no realtor is your friend. They are out for the money... that commission..the end. I'm sorry you sold your property. My father law told me..NEVER sell certain property. I think yours was a gold mine. Sorry not trying to rub it in (cause I did something similar). But I hope this video and come of our comments help someone else.

[@vm5773]

Great story. Congratulations on your success with this house. It looks great! I like the way they did the sofa. It creates depth and looks more interesting.

[@Mixedchick132]

You are so generous to share your shopping list Rob! Thanks for all the information you provide. 💙💙

[@jesstiss222]

Lol yes but it likely has affiliate links and an opportunity for him to add you to his email list. I think he’s super generous but his generosity is being well-rewarded🤑 also. No shade to anyone! As someone whose giving heart is often sucked dry by parasitic people, I only share that perspective to help us all think more like generous, business-minded people. Rob’s model of generosity ➡️ mutuality ➡️ synergy is #goals fr! 💞💞💞

[@Mr173airborne]

Yeah dude...just this episode taught me a lesson that name branding and $$ marketing can make a difference in the price point. People ask me why I bought a property near the Ouachita mountains and fixed it up, and I tell them it is your fault, lol. We bought an abandoned farm and so far the main house is fixed up...it sits on a hill overlooking a pasture and creek out int he country, but only 10 minutes from a huge lake, Starbucks, and Chipotle...take your pick. BRRSTR!

[@1holytara]

Hi, Mr! 👋 So where's your place in the Ouachitas? I live in Arkansas, and people ask me about places all the time. I hope the process continues to run smoothly for you! 😌

[@moseshunja1792]

For people to copy you, is a testament to how good you have become. A trendsetter. Kudos.

[@DamienBoulat]

Just because they are putting those prices out there doesn't mean they are getting that. I suspect they will drop rates significantly close-in and up with an average of around $500 a night.

[@christinaray1207]

First time watching your channel, but I wanted to say that I know this isn't a "funny" video, but I do find you very humorous :) "What if we just all died?!" Morbid, yet delightful.

[@Reality_TV]

Oooh....Rob sounds SALTY......LMAO! Great job Rob! You built it, sold it and profited! AND, they did a great job. I love their design work and their couch set up. You're still awesome!

[@SpaceWolf21]

I like A because the lighter colored furniture really brightens up the area and like really utilises the light coming in from the windows to make the space brighter. Also the love seat is better placed in front of the TV to reduce neck fatigue and to make it easier for couples to Netflix and chill. I feel that B is perfect for people who are less outgoing that like to read a book in a dimly lit room and A is for more outgoing people that are more likely to Airbnb because it is a more adventurous passtime after all.

[@sergioojeda8291]

Question! Do you pay yourself a management fee for every one of these STR you start? Or do the returns you get not include your fees? For example, if you pay yourself $1,500/hr and it takes 5 hours a week of work X 9 weeks to launch it, that’s ~ $70k.

[@ripptydevibes2581]

Im confused, what is the benefit in this?

[@Whoever68]

A problem with Air BNB is that when homes are rented out short term it takes away that property being available to people in need of a permanent rental. People like nurses, teachers, emergency service workers, and any other necessary workers in a community have fewer properties to rent. Eventually those communities start to suffer worker shortages. Return on Air BNB really only benefits the owners to a large degree.

[@OfftoShambala]

There is a balance.

[@Whoever68]

@@OfftoShambala not when property owners know they can earn much more on short term rentals. It happened in Byron Bay in New South Wales. Essential workers can’t find permanent housing to rent and are having to move further out making travelling to work untenable. Rentals that are available are over priced for low to medium wage earners. Where is the balance?

[@ducnguyen-iv9px]

There are whole bunches of hotels or motels where you can rent for weeks or months. The companies will pay the rent for the workers as long as they’ll finish the jobs.

[@alvarox786]

maybe essential workers shouldn't be paid shit salaries? And expected to thrift to make ends meet?

[@josiecamilo7098]

It drives the prices up and not everyone is filthy rich with money to burn. People don't understand it's like the average price of a non designer purse. Everything has an average price but now the price of any home is ridiculous.

[@eddiemalvin]

Repeat after me: Never... Sell... Good... Properties... If you're selling to address a need (i.e. free up capital for another project, free up time, reduce stress, etc.), there's always another solution that doesn't involve selling.

[@PJwithheart]

Love the Casa mariposa, I would buy the plans! I think the couch they put in there is too large for the space, but I like the placement - it defines the living room better.

[@wildflyingdove]

Wow! On a whim I clicked on this video and it blew me away for soooo many reasons! Thank you for openness, your positivity, your creativity and your inspiration! Just subscribed and will watch more :)

[@pineyridge7465]

A. moving the sofa away from the window was a good idea, bring the light and the views inside! also better angle to watch TV

[@MissOJAY]

A looks better for the following reasons Rob: the couch is facing the tv. more relaxing and lounging that way. the entire windows are exposed and more light coming in the removal of the blinds, more light and actually makes that window design pop. The bedroom upstairs having mixed styles isnt a train smash. its design, like any other form of art, you cant be stuck on rules. the room works(minus that head board :) All in All you did an excellent job on the space as very little was changed inside. the outside thou, they totally did the most.

[@SD-co9xe]

Can’t imagine full bookings at that price.

[@unamor]

Hi, 1. How did you gross 10-15k on the property if you were listing it for 150-300 $/night? 2. You sold the property against your will because the realtor had put in so much work into listing it?

[@Khanfuzed1]

Yes, good business is not going back on your deals

[@unamor]

​ @Khanfuzed Trading There is no deal until a contract is signed; anything prior is all but an attempt to close a deal. If selling a property is not a good idea anymore, don't sell it. If other people already worked on listing that property and it, understandably, "doesn't feel right", be a good _business_ person and sit down to talk. Proceed to explain your reasons, pay them for their work (and coffee) and retain the property. You are now better armed for the future and didn't have to screw anyone over in the process. "Good business" is quite simply what is good for your business.

[@Khanfuzed1]

@@unamor sure, but he clearly thought it was a good move and felt bad. It wasn’t a binary decision

[@unamor]

@@Khanfuzed1 I see it as a very binary decision: do you want/need to sell or not? He said he didn't. If you rewatch the video, he makes it sound like he eventually sold against his (and his partner's) will of holding on to the property. He states it pretty clearly and in repeated occasions. It makes zero sense to me. 🤷🏻‍♂

[@scoopdecoop]

I like what was done to the property, the artichokes just create a livable vibe. It’s all about photography and vision and marketing for airbnb. I’m in Australia and they’re doing the same thing but completely renovating existing houses. Can’t buy anything new here for under 2-3 mill and that would be cheap. Unfortunately I’ve found most hosts can’t compete with those. Firstly finding cleaners, and when you have things like hot tubs, a decent host would empty that out after every use which costs sooo much in Australia with water being so expensive, but they would probably exchange the water once a year!!

[@Chris-tm7if]

A looks better in the photo. I could imagine your point though about the space-saving aspects of option B. It likely wouldn’t occur to me when booking though.

[@desmondl8576]

looks like they launched in late October got 8 pretty mediocre reviews and haven't got a booking on airbnb since February. So either they have a long term tenant in there.. blocked the calendar or have crazy good direct bookings. If it's the latter then it shows the importance of going off platform and targeting rich people.

[@AzElenee]

What’s the best way to advertise off-platform?

[@feinty5561]

They have been barely getting any bookings on it. We live nearby and it’s been under construction to add a pool. That’s why the calendar is blocked.

[@desmondl8576]

@@AzElenee instagram if your space is unique enough and you're a pro marketer.

[@JAM-il7fo]

Just found you, and I love listening to you. And I enjoy your humour.

[@jamesquillianmello8415]

That's nuts price, especially if they're fully booked. Very interested in hearing about your Shennandoah area glamping saga.

[@CleoHarperReturns]

PSA: If you're stuck on disability and living in a dump, this will make you cry. A lot. Especially around the 5 minute mark, for about a minute and a half. Personally, I like the couch position for the view and entry separation but I hate what they did with the bedroom. The hot tub needs to be either sunk or decked in for that kind of money and I would have preferred a cocktail pool rather than a hot tub in the desert; I don't care how cold it gets at night. There is enough seating outside where you don't need to clutter up the driveway as well. There are some things I would keep but ultimately, I preferred your design choices. I loved the Kate Spade teapot! I would have traded my left boob for that. The artichokes I think are there because they're a desert vegetable (fruit?). Not American desert but Sicilian/Mediterranean desert.

[@divekatdreaming]

Sorry, but I like the Avante layout. With the couch facing the TV... 1. The comfy seating faces the TV. 2. The comfy seating has the window view. 3. The room is better defined.... I think you would say less open. Even open spaces need definition. 4. The entryway to the house is better defined... There is no doubt that you did a spectacular job on that house, though!

[@mollyfenn3057]

I just found you, I’m in Australia 🇦🇺......I really enjoyed your humble, candid sincerity, WOW 🤩 I genuinely loved your video and your sense of fun and your business honesty, Thankyou 🙏🏽🇦🇺☮️

[@curious-homebody]

I like Configuration A because who wants to watch tv at 90 degrees lol @10:04

[@PaulWolfert]

Kinda love that you didn't want to waste your agents time 🙌

[@cloudyview]

Living room - design wise, I prefer yours. Living with it, I want to sit on the couch to watch TV 😁

[@geng8667]

This was so interesting. Live & learn, huh, live & learn.😏 The first video I saw of one of your homes was Casa Conejo . I love that layout. Will definitely be on the lookout for when the blueprints are available. Thank you for sharing all your info.🙂

[@gregorynystrom9701]

You are a talented, funny and likable man. Thank you for your insight into the creation and rental of abodes.

[@aaronjokela]

Really looking forward to seeing the custom blueprints in the future!

[@jeannetter5900]

I love your personality and videos. You're very honest. I have to say this video gave me some kind of anxiety, I can't imagine how u felt after seeing this listing 😄😄😄

[@pennylane8318]

I like the couch against the window. It makes the room look more spacious. When you sit on the couch you can view the whole room, rather then just the fireplace.

[@punkofmudd]

Oh no! This was the place I really wanted to visit and now that it's sold and waaay more expensive I never will. Also, prefer the couch facing the TV.

[@tedd7028]

Good for you honoring your agreement with the Realtor.

[@parexenterprises9341]

I understand what u were going 4, but Avant Stay’s layout. They didn’t want 2 block the window w/a couch. I understand that yor layout opened up the room

[@liszaf3976]

I rent out a whole house with a swimming pool for $400 a night in Greece, I'm amazed that anyone would pay more than a $1000 dollars for this small home even if it is beautiful!! Some people have more money than sense!

[@ohiomoto]

My wife and I intend to downsize to a small house in the future. Casa Conejo is exactly what we want. Please send plans!! 😂

[@fallen546]

Rob did you buy the 47 acres in Warren or Page county? I'm planning to do something similar, and it seems like agritourism is a loophole to allow glamping by right. Both countries allow agritourism. You just have to farm something to make it zoning friendly. Plant some hardwood trees, and in 25 years you might harvest. lol

[@fargnbastage]

Love your videos and your personality, Rob. You give great information and you're entertaining...by just being you. Keep up the great work.

[@evan_phoenix]

Really looking to turn our home into an Airbnb soon - but excited for this video! Right when I went on KZbin

[@ezradja]

You did good. You makes money, the new owner got money. The government happy.

[@sylviacrawford7195]

You are just an all around good person…😊 don’t change…

[@Phurd]

Could we get a video on how AirBnBs get restocked between each stay and over time. Having a place out of state you can’t be there so does the cleaning service restock?

[@JulieK-58]

artichokes are like the desert (Joshua Tree) and the couch is better facing the tv and the window. not blocking the window.

[@Stormbrise]

That they did not put a privacy fence along the busy road is a determent to me. As for the sofa and where it is placed, I prefer the original layout. I would rather look at a bookcase rather than a kitchen.

[@scoutslookout]

I would buy your custom blue prints. Looking forward to seeing you roll them out.

[@MissOJAY]

Same

[@sergiolauramaldonado3098]

I like your living room setting! You did a great job with your property! This proves to me that there is always room for improvements! Thank you for sharing your experiences.

[@tashsikkes]

As an interior designer I can confirm their external updates are fab but their internal updates are sad 🙃

[@monicasoledad]

If you kept it and rented it for 700-1400 a night, how long would it have taken you to make 400k which is what you said you made in profit?

[@rareseason]

Love the song… “ It’s so hard to say goodbye to yesterday”. Cooley High, right? You taught me a good lesson in creatively creating cash flow from any property. I can refurbish, rebuild or create! Easy peezy! (Sigh..) I love this game .. 😎

[@michaelfriend3990]

I don't see how they are going to get $800/night?! Maybe if it was a 3-4 bed. Congrats to Rob, the buyers are now around $700K into the property...

[@calliegirl2086]

Definitely A for the right look but B looks more comfy.

[@DeborahCaldwell77]

I like B because they took all those venetian blinds off the windows. And it’s much brighter with the white. The other was just about exactly the same and you had done it perfectly but the colors were to dark for me

[@freeestyleobsessed]

i think you made a beautiful home, it's really nice to look at, by the way your living room layout is way better, way more open, I choose B. For.....roB. question about the Airbnb shopping list, how much did it cost in total?

[@jasonstevens6877]

I think the couch position makes better sense from avant for watching TV but I think your layout feels more open.

[@JohnnyArtPavlou]

You’re doing great man… And you learned. I’m not gonna say you learned a lesson. You learned how much more money you can be making. And you make money while learning that lesson. So it’s a win-win. OK you could say it’s not as big a win as it might’ve been. Don’t worry about it. Keep on rockin and rolling.

[@jillmandley234]

OH DEAR GOD! So much going on in this video. HOT POCKETS you nailed it. Felt like real commercial. Second I was just inside Rob's mouth. Surprisingly you have fairly perfectly straight chompers! Minty Fresh!! Fodder/Hither/whole ass artichokes - you are the word man!! I collect teapots so I am pissed about the tea kettle too. Couch, well I like to be dead center for watching TV but you are right it closes off the space, like a gate. As a metal head for life, Gibson Les Paul in sunburst gold always! These folks scooping up your design is one more bragging right in the bag. And that you have seen your same house design gives you great bragging rights to throw around when bringing on new investors. Take a bow!! Moral of the story - don't look back unless you are prepared for what you might find. LOL!!

[@jonahart8095]

WOW. You made it out. Obviously you could have made out better BUT YOU still made out pretty darn good. Congrats on your profit! I gotta learn so much from you.

[@mdaly23md]

I think the couch move was to get a better view of the windows and the outside scenery. I think with that move they should have added a narrow couch table behind to drop keys and such as people enter the door. Vase of fresh cut flowers as well to define an entry way and the living space. I’m no where near a competent designer but it was my first thought. Taking the other chairs out was to make the appear of the room bigger and less cluttered and the couch is centered to the tv. So, watching tv and still being able to take in the beautiful vista outside. The lounge chairs facing the busy road??? Not a good choice in my book, unless they put some privacy wall that doesn’t block the view. Glad they made more of the outside living spaces to extend livable space.

[@tresboujay]

Love the shade you threw on the updates. I also had an affinity for KS kettles. 😍

[@bernadettebohan5822]

Artichoke symbolizes - hope, peace and prosperity Artichokes have a tender heart at their core which is protected by strong layers of leaves - lovely characteristics that may be interpreted in a myriad of ways! They represent hope, peace and prosperity.

[@Lioness006]

I liked the white couch layout better. Makes more sense with trying to watch TV.

[@nangel270]

You know it’s great and there’s something up when people don’t even blink at your “don’t want to sell it” price.

[@MyWadester]

I like A , the couch facing the tv plus from the couch you can look at the window it’s more relaxing. I understand the opening concept but having the couch on the side and have to turn your head to watched tv doesn’t make since 😅

[@DeborahCaldwell77]

oooo I like That green triangle that’s in the top corner of the bedroom. I hadn’t noticed it when you read it before

[@TiffanyT-LaDolceVita]

A looks wayyyy more warm and cozy. Well done! The whole place was designed with great taste. P.s. Don’t be bitter 😂

[@MissOJAY]

he is absolutely salty shame. but im glad he agreed with the things they did better

[@smallhouseinthemeadow6131]

"What if we all just died?" I hit subscribe that moment!

[@natusfreedom472]

800 a night , let’s see how long that lasts , once the are is saturated & more competition, will decrease the rates , imo

[@arizonajen7577]

Artichokes!!! OMG! My husband and I watched a movie in Prime which included a love scene built around artichokes! It was the craziest thing I’ve ever seen. The movie was actually great! Interesting, and horrifyingly familiar, social commentary for a movie from the 60’s. Wish I could remember the name of the movie. Can’t see or think about an artichoke the same.

[@cindyc3960]

If they moved the sofa further in a bit, a slim console table behind the sofa for guests to put their keys on would have made the space functional as an entry way and visually less imposing by the back of the sofa.

[@michelleallen7394]

I like A because I usually like the couch looking straight on the TV if possible

[@cartagenadaniel1973]

BRRSTR - Yes! That is a good game. Did that in Ruidoso, NM on a Cabin. Great outcome.

[@Lantanana]

I think the sofa move looks good in photos, but like you, when living in a space, I want it wide open. The way furniture is arranged by some people can give me claustrophobia!

[@mesuperbratt]

It sounds really good, BUT you have to hire housekeeping, make sure they show up and they do a good cleaning! You have to pay city and state tax. Also you have to repair any Damages your guests do. Yes they pay a security deposit but it is still a hassle. The guest pay Bed Tax & State Tax but you still have to file all that. You pay Income Tax for you and do a earning report for the owners. There is a lot of paper work. Times how many Airbnb’s. I have one Airbnb at the beach in Baja Mexico that rents for $250.00 to $450.00 a night, and another home in La Quinta California that goes for $13,000.00 to $15,000.00 a month. Because of the local law we are not allowed to have short term rentals. But don’t worry The Canadian Snowbirds lease for two or three months at a time $$$. Mexico townhouse is a different clientele, more partying people (that one is a headache) but it makes good income. La Quinta is a home and clientele is more mellow. I have no problems with it, great housekeeping & handyman!