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Updated over 3 years ago on . Most recent reply

Are pullout couches worth it for STRs?
Hey all. I am working on fitting out our new place and we are considering different options for couches, futons, daybeds for our place. It has one level that is a loft that is the main sleeping area that will host the only traditional bed and likely a day bed as well or possibly a futon. The main level has the kitchen and dining area as well as some living space. I am considering a couch that has the ability to convert to a bed but notice that many of the current models don't have a traditional mattress that you can put a cover on but use the cushions as the bed itself. This makes me wonder if people would feel comfortable as it can't be wrapped in a standard mattress protector and the couch would be exposed to more wear when people sleep on it. I could be overthinking it, just looking for some feedback on traditional "hide-a-bed" versus the newer style couch to bed conversions. I could also just go with a regular couch.
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I would not buy a futon. They are awkward to sit on and a poor solution for extra sleeping capacity.
Get a mid-grade leather sofa sleeper from Bassett for $1400 and call it good. You can put a mattress protector on it.
Yes, a sofa sleeper is a good investment - more sleeping capacity will make your STR attractive to a wider audience of prospective guests. You'll pay for it with a few extra bookings and it will last 10 years or more.
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