But I will point out the obvious which is managing short term rentals is very management intensive compared to normal unfurnished rentals and frequent engagement with each guest is common even with automated messages. 

I have started to reread Brandon Turners “The Book on Rental Property Investing” and believe direct mail marketing is the best (although labor intensive) way to find deals in my market.

I hope Vacasa turns things around and recognizes that Vacasa is not just a technology platform but a labor intensive people oriented business (Guests, Owners, Employees).

The seller agent says the tenant no intension to move out.  

LOL Ya in those high intensity areas I really look at management as Asset management compared to traditional Property management . 

This is not an intensive care facility, just helping with ADL (activities of daily living).

Do you have, say even $250,000 in cash lying around to pay your bills for intensive care after a plane crashes into your home?

Three biggest layout changes included stacking the washer and dryer to make room for a larger fridge, removing the wall to add more light to the living/dining space, and adding an vented range hood.BathroomAside from the kitchen, the bathroom is also a labor intensive room to renovate.

Are there property managers that do this, since this seems to be a little bit more management intensive? 

House-hacking offers a classic investment opportunity with less furnishing and management intensity.