Bring Home the Best of Our Beach Houses!
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One of the most fun things about hosting for me is getting to experiment with different household items to see which ones guests like the best! I current manage over 3 dozen beds and have hosted over 3,000 guests in beachfront properties in Surfside Beach, so I get a lot of feedback about what guests don’t like as well as what they love.
When guests don’t like something, I replace it, and when guests consistently comment that they love something, and they want to know where they can go to buy it for themselves, I add it to this page 🙂
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Bedrooms
King/Queen Mattresses – $330
Guests frequently ask where they can buy the mattresses, and the answer is that we have absolutely fallen in love this this particular brand of mattress and use it in all our guests’ King and Queen beds: https://amzn.to/3IRfl1R
Super-comfortable as well as economical, we always know what to buy if we need a new mattress 🙂
Twin Mattresses – $130
For twin mattresses, we love these memory foam ones: https://amzn.to/4cqI3nT
Watch out though – it’s easy to accidentally fall asleep while reading bedtime stories on these cozy mattresses!
Triple Bunk Beds – $575
✅ Fun for kids!
✅ Sturdy & strong
✅ Easy to climb up
✅ Don’t have to share a ladder
We love seeing our kids enjoy these bunk beds! https://amzn.to/43GU04H
Highly recommend these quality bunk beds; although they do take some time to build!
Trundle Bunk Bed – $420
✅ Twin over Double
✅ Extra twin trundle bed
✅ Can’t beat it for space efficiency
It doesn’t take much room to fit a comfy place to sleep for four with this genius bunk bed! https://amzn.to/3PF8T1L
It’s hard to see in this pic, but there is a stairway on the back to climb up top.
Low Bunk Beds – $360
✅ Simple
✅ Compact
✅ Comfy Twin
These are perfect for a family who wants to sleep together in the same room. https://amzn.to/3vDMAm2
This bunk bed fits neatly into a space where most bunks can’t (note the closet door).
Portable Crib – $130
✅ Lightweight
✅ Easy to roll
✅ Folds flat for easy storage
✅ Strong, sturdy wood frame
✅ Uses standard size sheets
Why settle for a pack and play when you could have a deluxe crib in the same space?
https://amzn.to/3x3FIPh
We’ll never rent a house without a least one of these available.
Sheets / Pillowcases – $25/set
✅ Highly anti-allergen
✅ Soft
✅ Easy to clean without losing softness
✅ Inexpensive to replace regularly
Many guests who struggle with skin sensitivity have commented on how they like these sheets.
https://amzn.to/4ab8bRS
We always want to offer the best for our amazing guests!
Nightstands – $55
✅ Sturdy
✅ Small enough to fit anywhere
✅ Big enough to fit a plate + 3 drinks
✅ Perfect sized drawer for personal stuff
✅ Space to store backpack underneath
✅ Outlets and USB chargers
✅ Easy to build
✅ Easy to replace
Guests love having these bright and simple nightstands next to all beds and couches! https://amzn.to/3VAtBUm
I always think, “Surely if I buy 8 more nightstands, that’ll be enough…” Nope!
Peel & Stick Wallpaper – $17
✅ Amazing variety of patterns
✅ Easy to brighten a whole room quickly
✅ No skills, experience, or tools needed
We love how these colorful happy patterns make use feel, and it’s easy to change them out on a whim! https://amzn.to/4arSplq
Check carefully on your next visit to see what new patterns we’ve found!
Multi-Device Charging Cables – $2
✅ Durable mesh cords (no fraying)
✅ Charges iPhones and Androids
✅ Simultaneous charging
✅ Bright colors
We never want a guest to not be able to stay charged if they forgot their cable. https://amzn.to/3VS5kcz
These are so inexpensive, we buy them 20 at a time and use them everywhere!
Kitchen & Living Room
Grass Wall – $100
✅ Strikingly beautiful
✅ Adds dimension to any space
✅ Easy to install
✅ Very realistic looking
We love seeing guests taking group selfies in front of these fun grass walls. https://amzn.to/49cwTQz
We went through several manufacturers that were cheap looking until we found these perfect ones 🙂
Custom Neon (LED) Sign – $210
✅ Inspiring
✅ Majestic
✅ Memorable
✅ Easy to install
We love having these signs to add a little magic to our guests’ time together https://amzn.to/4a8myGR
I thought I would get used to them over time, but I still smile every single time I look at them. Every. Single. Time.
Trash Can – $160
✅ Solid (heavy) / no tipping
✅ TONS of space
✅ Easy to empty
✅ Easy to clean
After trying out over a dozen cans, there is truly no other trash can than this one: https://amzn.to/49dWGrM
So easy to dump lots of trash into this can without touching it. Could not be happier, will never buy another brand.
Coffee Maker – $160
The one for everyone, especially for large group: https://amzn.to/3TPqVRk
Guests can make individual k-cups or brew a pot for their whole crew!
This is by far the favorite of all coffee makers we have tried.
Simple Beautiful 8×10 Rugs – $120
Guests love bright and simple rugs – they brighten up any room! https://amzn.to/3IUlied
Easy to replace as they wear – so affordable it’s more economical to replace than repair.
Fireplace + Heater – $250
✅ Beautiful barn doors
✅ Lots of heat!
✅ Very realistic flames
✅ All electronic & safe
✅ Remote control
This simple fireplace adds a cozy touch on winter beach nights. https://amzn.to/3TRLKeJ
We also use the amble storage space to hold books, games, & puzzles as well as the modem and wifi router.
Retractable Baby Gate $45
✅ Incredibly strong when deployed
✅ Easy and simple to open (for adults)
✅ Inconspicuous when not in use
✅ Has never been damaged by a guest
Child safety is a must – I consider this a mandatory part of any rental house with stairs. https://amzn.to/4a0C8Eh
Before we had this it was such a pain to find and set up / take down the old wood baby gate constantly; what a relief this is!
Water Purification System – $160
✅ Simple to install
✅ No tools or experience necessary
✅ Amazingly pure water
✅ Purifies refrigerator & ice maker also
✅ Easy to change, inexpensive filters
I never saw such pure water as the output of this filter. I’m a lifelong fan. https://amzn.to/3VuMgRl
You are what you… drink!
Smart Lock – $210
✅ Reliable
✅ Batteries last & easy to change
✅ Connects to Alexa
✅ Easy to operate remotely
✅ Easy to add/change codes
✅ Integrated with Guesty for Hosts
Outdoor electronics (and anything made of metal) take a beating under the brutal conditions at the beach, especially on the oceanfront. When reliability and durability matter, this lock wins: https://amzn.to/3VDhUvV
I replaced many many versions of the Schalge lock that kept dying before we found this gem.
Smart Thermostat – $65
✅ Easy to install and set up
✅ Works with Alexa
✅ Easy for guests to adjust
✅ Vacation mode between guests
Smart thermostats are so important to make sure the house is comfortable when guests arrive! https://amzn.to/4atNb8L
Also, setting the heat to come on while you are still snuggled in bed is a special treat.
Smart TVs – $600
✅ Excellent picture quality
✅ Compatible with all apps
✅ Screen mirroring and Airplay
✅ Guest mode for personal subscriptions
✅ Universal remove
✅ Smartphone apps
✅ Guests can connect their own devices
I only buy these TVs, and it is so nice to be able to control the TV in the kid’s room from across the house 🙂 https://amzn.to/4avjsMy
Maybe one day they will make a more perfect TV, but it is not this day.
Smart Speaker – $35
✅ High volume with rich sound
✅ Clock and kitchen timers on demand
✅ Works with spotify
Alexa makes everything so simple, from making sure dinner doesn’t burn to settling bets! https://amzn.to/4a9t686
Cooking isn’t the same if you can’t jam to your favorite playlist.
Long-range Wifi – $130
✅ Amazing range
✅ Unbelievable uptime (never goes down)
✅ Simple to setup
✅ Never have to touch it
Guests never notice our wifi and that is how it should be. https://amzn.to/4a83t7H
Amazing wifi speeds throughout our huge houses and even down onto the beach and in the ocean.
Read more about how we use wifi to enhance our guests experience and feel like pros!
Wall Chargers – $10
✅ Amazing amount of power
✅ Clean, simple look
✅ Compact design
Perfect for the kitchen or any space weneed more outlets! https://amzn.to/4av8dUI
Also next to the bed, or next to a desk; love these!
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Kourtney is born and raised in Texas. She is a beach lover and mom of four littles 🙂
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