It isn't the most crazy type of fake booking we have had but a simple reply to them via the VRBO platform with a list of nearby amenities wouldn't hurt.Sometimes I am surprised by guests grammar and word usage.

Airbnb operates as an interest-based algorithm, rewarding listings that grab attention and keep potential guests clicking.

Its a 3 bed, 2 bath, main house with a den and attached guest house.

Left me feeling like a basically have a retail/fulfillment person on my team so I'm a big fan and would recommend giving them a shot, especially if you're in a similar position as I was: Needing to furnish an STR quickly and cost-efficiently. 

Off grid sounds cool to some, but it really limits your potential guest pool.

Now the island has limited owners to one guest per month.

If you want to do it yourself, be ready to answer text messages at 3 AM, solve problems within a 2 hour window, deal with contractors who aren’t able to “turn” a vacancy quick enough, and guests who want “instant” gratification.  

Its a 3 bed, 2 bath, main house with a den and attached guest house.

We take ID's for all guests (in a website called Chekin) so would have documentation the booking guest is above 21.

I feel like I’m missing the bigger picture of what makes a property a great investment opportunity.If anyone could share some pointers or insights on how to identify a “good deal,” I’d really appreciate it!