The idea of owning and managing vacation homes that provide memorable stays for travelers excites me.

She has her time back and travels constantly to visit her family.

If you are worried about fees and occupancy rates, I would suggest flipping back and forth between traveling nurses.

Here's a quick summary:Manchester: STR demand could come from business travelers, especially near Hartford.Canton: Lower demand unless near outdoor recreation areas.Southington: Strong option with year-round tourists (skiing, Lake Compounce).Bristol: Good potential with ESPN and tourist attractions.Berlin: May have less demand unless near major highways.Focus on properties near attractions or business centers to keep occupancy high.

I have a 4-unit property up in Cape Coral, FL that is currently wrapping up construction. I've been approached by a couple of sober living facilities and would perhaps prefer an independent living provider if possible...

You could invest out of state, which would open up different risks and costs (trusting your PM, additional travel costs to see your property(s) periodically, likely less personal market knowledge).  

I'm assuming that you're somewhere around Bend/Sisters based on your post.

Most of them now have some sister entity established so they can collect premiums and then file bankruptcy and leave when events occur.

He wanted me to travel with him and buy some of these deals. 

I just don't want to continuously travel here.