Earn revenue from your sparingly used vacation home. We can help.

2. Earn revenue from your sparingly used vacation home. We can help.

3. When you own a vacation home, you come across lots of surprises, both good and bad. You're probably not visiting your villa as often as you thought you would. Second home buyers tend to overestimate the amount of time they'll spend at their homes.

4. Also, these homes, once a sign of prosperity, can become a little heavy on the budget. And long after the initial excitement ends, you still have to pay the mortgage, insurance premiums, property taxes and maintenance costs.

5. People who once used them solely for own enjoyment are now renting them out to subsidze expenses. With a little creativity, it’s possible for to squeeze extra cash from properties that will help offset some of the costs. We are The Weekend Plan (A Mafatlal Initiative) and we can help.

6. We take care of the marketing, promotions, renter interactions, screening guests, collection of rental fees and all other aspects of the rental process. For these services, you will pay a fee in form of a commission on rental fees collected only and nothing upfront.

7. Our strict screening process ensures that the only guests who walk through your doors are your preferred type of renters and we safeguard your property via our trusted Host Guarantee Protection Plan which includes a security deposit against any damages.

8. Contact us and we will schedule an appointment with you. Our team will drop in for a visit to your property and take high quality pictures of the property / surrounding area and also prepare a description of the same, amenities, etc. and prepare a rental contract for your approval before we go live with your property.

9. Earn Money Turning Your Vacation Home into an additional income generator is a very sound decision, it will not only help you offset operational costs, but also generate a substantial financial income over time. Imagine what you could do with that extra money.

10. Guest screening We want you to be comfortable with any guest staying in your home. We offer a very thorough screening process and permit only your preferred type of guests, checking photo-ids and looking them up on social networks. We manage all renter interactions.

11. List for free Your peace of mind is priceless. So, we don't charge for it. It's completely free to list. And if you choose, we can keep your information private. Additionally, your listing won't go live until you're completely ready.

12. You say when You choose how often to rent, from year long to seasonally. Of course a week of in-season rental is about equal to a month of off-season rental. But the decision is yours and its binding. The dates we rent out are completely up to you.

13. Safety First We don't just say that we value our hosts. We back it up. We adopt a very strict 100% advance money policy and also hold a refundable security deposit on your behalf for your peace of mind, as part of our Host Guarantee protection which safeguards your property against damages.

14. Feel The Pride Beyond money there is a joy associated with sharing your beloved vacation home with others. Many owners find watching guests fall in love with their property extremely rewarding. In fact, many renters insist on the same properties time after time.

15. AtithiDevoBhavah The famous Hindu scripture "atithidevah" literally means "Our Guest Is God". It signifies an age old tradition associated with the Host-Guest relationship. The premise of Guests is that you treat them as your family. They trust you, and you trust them. That's the reason it works.

16. AtithiDevoBhavah This relates to you since as Hosts you welcome Guests to your homes everyday. And that puts you in the business of Hospitality. It's about welcoming people with an open heart. To make someone feel special, that is immense, the joy cannot be explained.

17. AtithiDevoBhavah Being a host is a responsibility. So please keep these tips in mind as you prepare for your guest.

18. AtithiDevoBhavah Commitment Ensure that you can commit before accepting a reservation. Consider your guest's feelings (and plans) before you cancel their accommodations. Timing is everything. If you must cancel, inform us about it as soon as possible. Tell guests what to expect when under your roof, let them know if they're required to remove their shoes before they step in, take out the trash, or jump on your trampoline. Guests may want to invite visitors over. If you have regulations about who enters your home and how long they can stay, share them in your House Rules.

19. AtithiDevoBhavah Amenities Little amenities are a big deal when traveling. They offer guests comfort in unfamiliar places and save the day when someone has forgotten something. Guests expect the basics. Have clean towels and bed sheets, soap, toilet paper, and all of the amenities you outlined in your listing's description on hand. Consider keeping maybe a hand-wash, hairdryer, and an iron on hand. Leave an umbrella by the door in case the skies are grey. Guests love helpful maps, an adapter that's available to borrow, a sunscreen or bug spray if the elements call for it.

20. AtithiDevoBhavah Cleanliness Give guests a reason to swoon from the moment they arrive. Ensure your property and common areas are cleaned pre-arrival. This includes changing linens and cleaning surfaces in the bathroom and kitchen. Pay attention to the nitty-gritty. Clean surfaces, wipe mirrors, empty wastebaskets, sanitize toilets, and keep your space dust-free. Showcase your space at its best. Charge a cleaning fee or hire a professional cleaning service to help keep your space spotless. Organize your space so guests can store their things.

21. AtithiDevoBhavah Support Make sure that the property is available to guests at the predetermined check-in time. Share your list of favorite places or activities in the neighborhood. During reservations, assign someone to remedy any issues that may arise. It’s helpful to have a list of emergency phone numbers handy. Give them the digits for your local doctor. Problem solvers are super heroes! Guests who stayed with hosts who gracefully resolved an issue reported great experiences more frequently than those who never had an issue at all.

22. Write / visit us at: 208, Laxmi Plaza, Laxmi Industrial Estate, New Link Road, Andheri (W), Mumbai 400053. India call us at: +91 22 426 62620 message us at +91 9833135813 email sales@weekendplan.in