Booked Solid Show - Short Term Rental Podcast

Mike is the co-founder of The Hideaways and Build Your Hideaway, where he specializes in helping hosts maximize revenue through unique short-term rental builds. With a background in digital marketing, Mike has scaled from 0 to 19 properties in just three years, mastering the art of market research, design differentiation, and direct bookings along the way.In this episode of Direct Bookings Simplified, Mike shares his strategies for building a strong short-term rental business that isn’t solely reliant on OTAs like Airbnb. If you’re looking for practical insights on how to strengthen your direct booking pipeline, this one’s for you.Follow Mike Here ⤵️ Facebook Instagram E-mail Website Book an appointment

Heather Bayer is a pioneer in the short-term rental industry, with over two decades of experience. She founded and ran a successful property management company overseeing 200+ properties before selling it in 2022. Now a full-time coach, consultant, and educator, Heather shares her deep knowledge of vacation rental best practices through her platform, Vacation Rental Formula.With a strong focus on trust, responsibility, and hospitality, she helps hosts and property managers refine their operations, improve guest experiences, and drive more direct bookings.Follow Heather on heatherbayer.com &Instagram

On this episode of Direct Booking Simplified, we sat down with Jodie, the Founder of Hospitable Hosts - a multi author book. She is also a property manager originally from Australia who built a thriving short-term rental business in the UK—all while managing it remotely from the other side of the world. Jodie shared her journey, the challenges of scaling a direct booking business, and why hospitality should always come first. Follow Jodie Here ⤵️ Instagram www.hospitablehosts.com

Ever wondered how to break free from OTAs and take control of your bookings? Sarah Pell did just that. She went from teaching elementary school to managing a thriving short-term rental portfolio using a mix of ownership, arbitrage, and co-hosting. In this episode of Direct Bookings Simplified, Sarah reveals the exact strategies she used to scale her business, build a strong direct booking system, and maximize profitability—without overcomplicated tech. Follow Sarah Here ⤵️ cpvacationhomes. com Instagram

“Trust comes from having a secure site and a seamless booking process. If your site instills confidence, guests will book without hesitation.” In the latest episode of Direct Booking Simplified, we sat down with Jennifer Spencer, a seasoned host with over a decade of experience in the vacation rental industry. Jennifer owns two stunning properties: one nestled in the Canadian Rockies and another in the sunny paradise of Maui. Her journey from renting a family ski getaway to running a thriving vacation rental business offers a wealth of insights, including her key instrumental strategies in her direct booking success. This episode is packed with more insights, including Jennifer’s mindset on overcoming perfectionism and how she cross-markets her properties. Be sure to listen to the full episode for a deep dive into her strategies. Follow Jennifer here ⤵️ https://www.facebook.com/jenwspencer Instagram Facebook

In our latest episode of Direct Bookings Simplified, we sat down with Jenn Boyles, a trailblazer in the world of direct bookings and marketing strategies for short-term rentals. Jenn’s hosting journey began in 2012 with an apartment in France. After navigating the challenges of a saturated market, she pivoted to direct bookings, focusing on branding, storytelling, and guest data. This approach led her to achieve an impressive 80% direct bookings in her second market, the UK. Today, Jenn leverages her wealth of experience as a host, marketer, and coach to run the Direct Booking Success podcast, an annual summit, and her latest venture, BookDirectPro, helping hosts streamline their marketing efforts. Jenn's insights into building a successful direct booking strategy will surely inspire. Start Building Your Direct Booking Strategy TodayJenn’s journey is a testament to the power of storytelling, relationship-building, and leveraging the right tools to grow your direct bookings. Whether you’re just starting or looking to scale, her advice is clear: take one step at a time and focus on strategies that align with your goals and resources. If you’re ready to take control of your bookings, don’t miss the chance to try Jenn’s all-in-one marketing platform, BookDirectPro. Use code DIRECTSUCCESS for 50% off your first month, and schedule a free onboarding call to get started. Follow Jenn Here ⤵️ jenn@directbookingsuccess.com YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Instagram

When you think of hostels, the image of a small, budget-friendly, often outdated lodging comes to mind. Nathan and Michael, the co-founders of Howzit Hostels, are flipping that narrative. In our latest podcast episode of Direct Booking Simplified, these two entrepreneurs shared how they leveraged their backgrounds in real estate and luxury short-term rentals to redefine what a hostel can be—and how their direct booking strategy is a game-changer. Follow Michael and Russell Here ⤵️ Instagram Spotify howzithostels.com

Rodman Schley is a seasoned real estate investor and short-term rental expert with an impressive career spanning decades. Starting with fix-and-flip properties to pay for college, Rodman’s journey evolved into a passion for short-term vacation rentals. With over $20 billion in valuations as a certified appraiser, he’s mastered the art of analyzing markets and making strategic investments. Today, his portfolio focuses on high-performing properties in Costa Rica, where he blends his love for travel with his investment expertise. Rodman’s philosophy is simple: align with your purpose, strive for excellence, and create exceptional guest experiences. In our recent episode of Direct Booking Simplified, Rodman shared invaluable insights into his journey, strategies, and mindset for mastering direct bookings. Here's where you can find Rodman ⤵️ Instagram & vacationpropertyexpertnetwork.com

In our latest podcast episode, we had the pleasure of hosting Breanna Williams, founder and principal designer of Mumford Designs. Breanna specializes in short-term rentals (STR) and mid-term rentals (MTR), blending interior design, market research, and marketing strategy to create unforgettable guest experiences. With over 15 years of design expertise and a particular passion for hybrid rental properties, Breanna shared invaluable insights into leveraging thoughtful design to boost direct bookings. Follow Breanna Here ⤵️ YouTube: The Luxury Rental Blueprint Podcast Instagram: @mumford_designs

In our latest episode of Direct Booking Simplified, we had the privilege of hosting Stacy St. John, a powerhouse in the short-term rental (STR) industry. She is a Cincinnati-based STR investor and host with properties located 10 hours away in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. She is the founder of the STR Sisterhood, a vibrant community exclusively for women in the industry, with over 62,000 members. Stacy also hosts the STR Sisterhood Podcast and runs coaching programs designed to empower women in STRs. From building thriving communities to mastering direct bookings, Stacy shared invaluable insights that both seasoned hosts and newcomers can learn from. Here are some highlights from our conversation that will inspire you to take actionable steps toward increasing your direct bookings. Follow Stacey Here ⤵️ Instagram STR Sisterhood Podcast - Spotify Website