Hot tubs…are they a worthwhile investment for STRs in a ski town?

[Russell T.]

Anyone seeing a significant up tick in STR bookings as a result of installing a hot tub at their mountain cabin/ski town property? Does the ROI justify the purchase and maintenance costs

[Kristopher Kyzar]

@Russell T. besides the germ collection factor, my opinion is that a hot tub is a liability lawsuit waiting to happen.  If your tenant is drinking in the tub and breaks a glass and someone gets cut, or someone gets hammered and falls asleep and drowns, you could be facing huge amounts of legal trouble.  I just don't think it's worth it in the long-run.