STR in the Great Smokey Mountains, ROI of a hot tub

[Garrett Stockton]

I am currently under contract for my first STR in Almond, NC just west of Bryson City. This property has a nice mountain view with a good-sized deck. I am going to be doing a complete cosmetic rehab on it. The property does not currently have a hot tub and I am considering getting one installed.

The question is, is a hot tub worth the investment? Does anyone have any data showing that a hot tub will increase the RIO or decrease the vacancy rate?

Are there recommendations for hot tub brands that I should consider buying and also brands that I should avoid?

Your feedback is greatly appreciated. Thanks so much and I look forward to gaining a lot of insight from your answers. Cheers!