Think areas that survive on tourism.

have you check the seasonality of tourism to Yosemite area ?

This will drive how much you can borrow.Consider More Modest Options FirstWith $200k in investments to deploy, look at starting with 1-2 short-term rental properties first to gain experience before scaling up.Explore markets closer to your mom's current location that may have lower costs but still tourism appeal.This allows you to validate the model and your ability to operate short-term rentals successfully before risking more capital.The short-term rental concept could potentially work, but I would recommend starting with a smaller, very well-researched first step to validate the model before going all-in on a larger endeavor.

Tourism here and over the entire bourbon trail is growing strongly year over year.

@Renzo Figueroa Please make noteThe peak season for tourism and Airbnb stays in Jacksonville, Florida is typically in the summer months, from June to August, when visitors flock to the city's beaches.

@David Rutledge I don't doubt it, but it's a town of about 20,000 people, and aside from this thing a number of miles away called the Pro Football Hall of Fame, there really isn't anything that spectacular to draw tourism in the area... it must all be corporate and maybe kids returning to visit their elderly parents? 

Similar if your appreciation market is based on a single trait (such as tourism) then the appreciation is at greater risk.  

Waterfront homes, particularly those with Gulf access, can command higher prices and potentially higher returns on investment.3) Tourism and Vacation Rentals: Cape Coral's proximity to popular tourist destinations like Fort Myers Beach and Sanibel Island makes it attractive for vacation rentals, especially during peak tourist seasons.4) Affordability: Compared to other coastal areas in Florida, Cape Coral offers relatively affordable real estate options.

Preferably one that is already zoned for business/tourism like my Disney property.You're just asking for trouble otherwise.

But also very much discovered.Both places are not unknown to international tourism.