Important to note, this advice is geared towards those writing smaller LP equity checks as I suspect that’s where most interested investors reading these forums fit. 

I totally agree, so many properties there are new and beautiful that there needs to be *something* to really stand outYou make a really good point re: no plan B, and in general I’ve seen the home values in that market depreciating (assuming because of the boom / growth in supply in the last couple years).I might be wrong here but I assumed that a general trade off between vacation market and metro areas would generally be that strs in vacation markets don’t really have a plan BI’m pretty split at the moment, but really appreciate your thoughts

If someone is not ok with conflict, being pushy and standing up for themselves then owning real estate typically is not for them as you will be dealing with bad people often and cannot be a pushover.

That said, I think all the points still stand.

It's a fascinating concept and I think offering unique experiences is a great way to stand out in a crowded market.

@Fabiola Noel each sale stands by itself. 

(Looking for something in my spare time to bring funds in to help grease the gears in the beginning of the real estate journey.)

You will need to have a unique property to stand out.

Yes, there are more steps to go through (often including sending in a W-9 tax form), but those steps are usually pretty straightforward.Additionally, most of the folks tasked with finding the housing for the company's VIPs are really appreciative of being treated well by a good property manager, so you can stand above the crowd by simply responding quickly and respectfully.

Don’t copy their design make your own but look at styles that work, what can you do that makes you special, can you do a theme that will stand out?