Furnishing STR Do's and Don'ts

[Natalie Medved]

Hi everyone:

My husband and I are in the process of furnishing our transforming our second home in the White Mountains (Thornton, NH) into a STR. The market has a lot of baseline - economically friendly STRS but only a few luxury STR's, most of which are dated and drab. Our goal is to me a more accessible luxury option for couples and families. I personally prefer staying in a nicer STR and appreciate nicer finishes, details, and a unified ascetic, and want to provide a similar experience to our future guests. I am a lover of interior design (think Amber Lewis and Architectural Digest) and could easily go overboard decorating and furnishing the place, which I'd like to avoid haha. I also recognize that AirBnB's can be used and abused, which makes sturdy and reliable furniture selection even more important. But where does one find ascetically pleasing furniture that is built to last without breaking the bank?

What are your favorite places to buy furniture and goods for your STRs?  From night stands to linens, we'd love any and all input!

Thanks in advance!
Natalie

[Bruce Woodruff]

I like to buy inexpensive antique furniture. You can find this at either low-end antique stores, or high end thrift stores. Solid wood is a plus, it depends what period of design you're looking for though? Some pieces might need some minor work like upholstering or staining