Over the last decade or so villa rentals have become more and more popular in Phuket. A lot of villas are built in central locations or within walking distance to beaches and local amenities. These fully equipped ready to move into villas are usually available at more affordable costs than resorts or hotels. This is why they have become very popular with couples, groups or families looking for cost effective rental options.
Looking to maximize your rental income from your Phuket villa? Avoid having your villa feeling cramp, claustrophobic, dark or unattractive. Here are a few ways you can make your villa more attractive and feel bigger and better.
Space – Use it Creatively
When getting your villa in Phuket ready to rent and accept guests, you will need to think carefully about the available space you have to work with.
Try to avoid larger, dark or bulkier furniture with awkward shapes, especially in the smaller areas in the house. Not only will they not fit flush against the walls, but they’ll also dominate and overwhelm the space, making it feel cramped.
Invest in modern streamlined furniture that can push up against walls or arrange easily. This will open up more space in the center of the room and help the house feel more organized and less cluttered.
Decorating – Clean & Simple
You may be tempted, especially if this is your first rental investment, to purchase furniture and decorations to add a personal touch or offer extra storage solutions. However, excessive items can make the home feel small and also take up essential space. This can make the house feel cluttered. Another thing to consider is personal taste. Your favorite style may not appeal to a potential renter thereby not securing the rental.
You should consider only investing in essential furniture and decorate sparingly using some local Phuket or Thailand themed items if possible. A clear flow of movement throughout the villa is essential to make it feel more spacious and offering your tenants more living space.
Light Colors – Bright Accessories
Choosing the right color palette for your villa is important in order to make the most of your space. To better reflect the light in the room, use white or other pale shades. This will give the perception of a more open and airy space. Color can be added by using bright or complimentary accessories such as pillows or rugs.
Darker shades should be avoided, as they can create the illusion of more shadows and darkness in the room. Dark shades are known to make rooms feel smaller and claustrophobic. Some rooms in your villa maybe be smaller than others, like the third or fourth bedrooms, and these rooms need to feel open and livable. It is best to avoid darker tones and use whites or pale greys.
Furniture – Multi-functional uses
When shopping for furniture you should look for multi-functional items. Maximize space and storage solutions by purchasing items that serve more than one purpose. Folding dining tables, sofa beds, beds with under-bed storage are a few ideas.
By combining every day furniture with storage opportunities, you can maximize open floor space which will enhance the overall living space.
Mirrors – The perfect accessory
Mirrors have the ability to create the illusion of more space due to reflecting both natural and artificial light and by adding depth to a room. By placing mirrors strategically in a room, you can trick the eye into seeing more space. Large mirrors near a window can reflect light around the room, lighting up dark corners and creating the illusion of a larger room. Mirrors can also can reflect the outdoor greenery or views of the pool into the room to give an open outdoors feeling inside the home.
How can Baan Wise Help?
Most potential tenants are usually attracted to a light and spacious homes and villas more than ones that have dark and cramped living spaces. If you’re looking to increase your revenue and improve bookings the above changes will give you the edge in a competitive market.
Baan Wise, Phuket property management team, can assess the general state of your villa as well as its appearance and any areas that need maintenance and we can offer advice and suggestions to make it ready for renting.