Why Design is Crucial for Your Short-Term Rental.

When it comes to short-term rentals, your property’s design plays a pivotal role in attracting guests, maximizing bookings, and ensuring long-term success. Whether you’re renting out a cozy cabin, a luxury condo, or a mountain retreat, the design of your rental is more than just aesthetic—it can significantly impact your bottom line. Here’s why design is so important for your short-term rental and how it can enhance your guest experience and rental income.

3. Create a Unique Brand Identity

In a competitive market like Revelstoke, where visitors have plenty of options for short-term rentals, creating a unique identity for your property is key. Whether you incorporate rustic mountain charm, modern luxury, or a cozy alpine vibe, your design should reflect the essence of your property and the experience you want to offer. This consistency in design can help set your property apart and make it memorable for guests, encouraging positive reviews and repeat bookings. 

4. Enhance the Guest Experience

The design of your short-term rental impacts not only the look and feel of the space but also the overall guest experience. Thoughtful touches, such as comfortable bedding, well-chosen décor, and a relaxing atmosphere, help guests feel at home. A well-designed space encourages relaxation and enjoyment, making it more likely that guests will leave glowing reviews and recommend your rental to others. It’s also an opportunity to create a connection to Revelstoke’s natural beauty with design elements that reflect the local landscape and vibe.

6. Attract More Bookings

In today’s world, people expect more than just basic accommodation. They want an experience—and design can help you deliver that. By creating a stylish and unique atmosphere, you not only make your property more appealing in search results but you also encourage more extended stays and referrals. Incorporating design elements that cater to your target audience (e.g., families, couples, or adventure seekers) will help ensure your property stands out, ultimately leading to more bookings.

8. Encourage Positive Reviews and Repeat Guests

Guests who stay in a well-designed and comfortable space are more likely to leave positive reviews. These reviews, in turn, attract new customers. An inviting and functional design can also make guests feel more at ease, which contributes to their overall satisfaction. Additionally, a well-designed space encourages repeat visits—when guests return to a space they love, they’ll be more likely to rebook, and often at a premium rate.

Design isn’t just about making your short-term rental in Revelstoke look pretty—it’s about creating a space that works, feels inviting, and provides an unforgettable experience for your guests. From maximizing space to setting your property apart, thoughtful design can elevate your rental’s appeal, boost bookings, and enhance your overall rental income. Whether you’re updating your current space or building a new one, investing in design is one of the best decisions you can make for the long-term success of your rental business.

Want to learn more about creating the perfect design for your short-term rental? Get in touch with Stay Revy to help you make your vision a reality.

As the leaves turn and the air gets crisper, fall is the perfect time to enjoy a weekend getaway at Tucker’s Place in Mackenzie Village, Revelstoke, BC. Whether you’re craving adventure or relaxation, Tucker’s Place offers the perfect blend of comfort and access to the best fall activities in Revelstoke.

Day 1: Arrival & Unwind

Day 3: Leisure & Departure

Until Next Time

As your weekend at Tucker’s Place comes to a close, you’ll feel rejuvenated and ready for whatever the week ahead holds. With its cozy atmosphere and prime location near the best fall activities in Revelstoke, Tucker’s Place is sure to be your go-to retreat whenever you need a mountain escape.

Fall bookings are filling up fast! Visit https://stayrevy.com/vacation-rentals/tuckers-place to secure your spot at Tucker’s Place and enjoy the best of autumn in Revelstoke.

The article was written by the Revelstoke Review.

Local property manager offers design, marketing and guest services for Mackenzie Village investors

Most Revelstoke residents understand the need for balance between preserving the town’s secluded mountain charm and drawing enough tourism to sustain a year-round economy. Part of that balance comes from creating beautiful, functional accommodations for vacationers that are properly integrated into Revelstoke’s future vision.

“Homeowners interested in creating a vacation rental may find the permit process overwhelming, but it’s important to do everything properly,” says Emily Revell, owner of Stay Revy, a locally owned and operated property management company. Stay Revy is up to date on all of the city’s vacation rental bylaws and helps homeowners apply for business licenses, in addition to staging and managing a number of vacation properties around town.

Local vacation property management

Revell first visited Revelstoke when the ski hill opened in 2007, returned at least once a year, and moved permanently in 2011.

“I moved here right after high school, fell in love with the community and never left,” she says.

After earning her bachelor’s in tourism management she worked for another property management company before launching Stay Revy in 2019.

“Being locally owned and operated means we have a whole team on the ground willing to help with set up, managing guests and handling emergencies. It also means we can offer guests those pieces of insider information that will make their stay more enjoyable — this is a mountain town and your car rental should have four-wheel-drive, for example!” she says.

Get your Mackenzie Village condo rental-ready

As one of the few areas allowing short-term rentals, Mackenzie Village is attracting a number of investors from out of town — and Stay Revy is ready to help them do vacation rentals right.

“We received so many calls from new condo owners asking for advice designing and listing their properties that we’ve created three pre-set designs, exclusively for Mackenzie Village,” Revell says.

The Begbie celebrates all things Canadiana, the Macpherson pays homage to the mountain lifestyle, and the Nelson is inspired by a Norwegian ski chalet. Stay Revy partnered with interior design studio Spruce and Arrow on these streamlined spaces, designed to create good guests.

“Creating good guests means anticipating their needs — having a place to store skis, stocking the appropriate number of dishes, purchasing durable linens and furniture,” Revell says.

Stay Revy has sourced all of the furniture and home fashions for these pre-set designs and can handle orders, storage while construction is completed, and suite set-up.

“Clients can arrive in Revelstoke for the first time and see their condo completely rental-ready.”

The package also includes a photographer to capture the completed space so it’s irresistible to vacationers. When the suite is ready, Stay Revy’s property management packages offer digital marketing, 24/7 guest services, exceptional cleaning, maintenance and more.

For peace of mind from experts right here in Revelstoke, visit stayrevy.com, call (250) 683-9632 or email [email protected].

Revelstoke House is the ideal location for a memorable group stay in Revy. A beautiful five-bedroom, three-bathroom property located only two minutes from the Resort, Revelstoke House has stunning uninterrupted views of Mount Macpherson and Mount Mackenzie. 

The property sleeps over 10 people and has all the amenities that a guest would need after a day outdoors, as well as plenty of home comforts for a day indoors, no matter the season!

Here are the top 10 things we recommend experiencing during your stay at the Revelstoke House.

2. Soak in the Private Hot Tub

​​Take a dip in the hot tub! Kick back, relax, and enjoy the beginning or end of a great day. If you try, you might see your family going down the trails on their mountain bike while you’re taking a moment to relax. Revelstoke is well known for outdoor activities and after being active all day, it’s great to be able to relax your muscles and have a soak.

7. Stargazing

Revelstoke House is located in a more secluded area and far from all the downtown lights. It becomes the perfect location for stargazing. Looking for somewhere romantic for your next date night? Try the top-floor balcony at Revelstoke House to be dazzled by the millions of stars in the Revelstoke night sky.

9. Find your Zen State with a Yoga Session

We LOVE to practice yoga outside. The backyard of the Revelstoke House has so much space for your practice, plus you will be surrounded by amazing views. What more could you wish for?

We would love to welcome you to Revelstoke House the next time you come to visit Revelstoke. For more information or to check availability, click here: https://stayrevy.com/vacation-rentals/revelstoke-house

We all know the song “ Don’t go chasing waterfalls,” but I can guarantee you’ll want to up here.   Revelstoke has so many incredible waterfalls to visit, and here is a list of our top 5:

2. Moses Falls

Moses Falls is a set of two waterfalls. It only takes about 5 minutes to reach the 1st waterfall and then an additional few minutes to get to the second. To access, take Highway 1 West and turn right on Westside Road. Make sure you follow the sign that says Moses Creek parking area. The trail can get quite muddy when it rains, so bring some proper hiking shoes. Both waterfalls are gorgeous and worth seeing.

4. Crazy Creek Waterfalls & Suspension Bridge

You can enjoy a walk on the 240-foot to the suspension bridge, where two ‘crazy creek’ waterfalls flow underneath. Please know that you will have to pay an access fee to get to the suspension bridge to see the falls since it belongs to the resort located right beside it. However, it is worth your buck. You can even soak and relax in the Hot Pools and see a portion of the waterfalls.

Please let us know if you make it to check out any of these picturesque falls by tagging us @stayrevy. We would love to see all your awesome photos.

Revelstoke has so much to offer and is notorious for outdoor activities, but when the weather doesn’t allow you to get out in the mountains,  there is still lots to do!

Here is a list of 10 activities you can do on a rainy day in Revelstoke, British Columbia

 

2. Revelstuck Escape Room

This activity is definitely a must on a rainy day! They have 60 Minute immersive real-life escape rooms with a range of difficulties. Great for a family or group to get everyone to work as a team. You will need to solve the puzzle and get the clue’s in order to escape. Revelstuck Escape Room.
https://revelstuckescaperooms.ca/

5. Big Eddy Glass Works

I love the fact that Big Eddy Glass Works is a glass blowing studio. It is one of our local favourites. Leah, the owner, and glassblower has been blowing glass for 18 years. She offers visitors the chance to watch live glass blowing, shop the gallery or sign up for glass blowing workshops. I highly suggest taking the Introduction to Flame Working 101, where you can create your very own glass beads. Big Eddy Glass Works.
https://www.bigeddyglassworks.ca/

6. Visit a Craft Brewery Distillery:

Revelstoke is home to some of the finest craft beers and spirits in the region. Make sure you stop by the Mount Begbie Brewery to taste their notorious beer. You can book an event in their tasting room and try out their flights & pints from 16 taps paired with their menu. The Monashee Spirit Craft Distillery is also a must as they offer the best cocktails in town. All drinks are unique and filled with creativity.

9. Dam Visitor Centre & BC Interior Forestry museum

These two museums are located quite close to each other. I would suggest visiting both at the same time. They are located by Lake Revelstoke and just the drive to get there can be really impressive.  

At the Dam Visitor Centre, you will learn about the history of the Revelstoke Dam, while enjoying fun and educational exhibits. You can either get a guided tour or a self-guided audio tour. We recommend taking the elevator to the top of the dam for a breathtaking view of the Columbia River Valley. 

The BC Interior Forestry Museum is as much interesting since you will learn about both the logging industry and the forest biology of British Columbia. Their collection of logging equipment gives you a better understanding of British Columbia’s forestry industry; of loggers, entrepreneurs, and mechanical innovation.
https://www.bchydro.com/community/recreation_areas/visitor-centres/revelstoke-visitor-centre.html
https://www.bcforestrymuseum.ca/

10. Join a yoga or pilates class

On a rainy day, it is idyllic to get cozy and enjoy a good stretch and relaxation. Amala Massage & Yoga offers mobile massage and private yoga sessions at your location, or else you can also visit The Alchemy for a variety of yoga and workout sessions. 

As in many other tourism-based, mountain communities, Revelstoke B.C. is undergoing some changes to their short-term rental bylaws.

The idea behind these bylaws is to increase the areas that currently allow short-term rentals. Hopefully, enabling them to enforce the vacation homes that are not in compliance with the bylaws and push them towards long-term housing. The end goal is to have a happy marriage between short-term housing for tourists and long-term housing for locals. 

The city of Revelstoke classifies a ‘Short-Term Rentals’ as; “the use of a Dwelling Unit on a temporary basis (less than 30 days at any one time) for the financial benefit of the property owner to provide accommodation to the travelling public within a residential or mixed-use building.” – Revelstoke Fact Sheet

There are so many great benefits to short-term renting your vacation home and that is why we are seeing this increase in rentals; 

– By short-term renting your property, you can earn a higher level of income. 

– Your property is cleaned and checked every few days between guests. 

– You have more flexibility to use the property yourself. 

If you are wanting to find out the zoning of your property use the Interactive Map from the City of Revelstoke’s website. 

For all other questions and inquiries regarding the zoning of your property, what is allowed and applying for a license, talk with us at Stay Revy, we are well versed and here to help!

Spring is right around the corner! What a perfect time to disconnect from technology and reconnect with your family and nature. There is no better place to unplug than at Begbie Views Retreat, a 10-person vacation rental located in Revelstoke BC. 

We all know how difficult it can be to leave work behind. But here at Begbie Views Retreat, we know the importance of stepping away from your day-to-day and immersing yourself in all the activities Revelstoke has to offer. 

To help you, we have compiled a list of ways to help you completely disconnect and take full advantage of your vacation in Revelstoke, BC. 

2. Go on a Date Night:

How long has it been since you treated yourself to a night out? Revelstoke has a fantastic selection of restaurants that would be perfect for a date night. If needed we can even find you a babysitter from a reputable company, so you can fully enjoy a romantic evening with your loved one

4. Enjoy a massage:

What better way to reconnect internally with your body than with a massage? We often don’t realize how our bodies can react to our external environment. Stress, fatigue, and being overworked can have some serious repercussions in the long term. Setting some time aside for pampering and relaxation will have you rejuvenated and reenergized.

Begbie Views Retreat has many activities to offer! If you are looking for the perfect destination to unplug book now at Begbie Views Retreat.

If you are looking for a memorable and adventurous resort experience, then Revelstoke, B.C. is the place to be. Revelstoke Mountain Resort is North America’s highest vertical ski hill at 5,620 feet. With 3,121 acres of skiing terrain, they are most famously known for their wide-open alpine bowls, tight tree runs and their steep, fun groomers. 

To help you make the most of your trip to one of our Stay Revy vacation rental properties and Revelstoke Mountain Resort I have provided you with my five favourite ski runs. I hope you enjoy them as much as I do! 

2. Subpeak

This one has a 20-minute hike to access it, but definitely worth your while, especially on a powder day.  Bring some hot chocolate in a thermos, so you can enjoy a quick break and some nice views before heading back down. It is a very unique experience riding through the snow ghosts (snow-covered trees).

4. Bowls

Revelstoke Mountain Resort has four bowls: North, South, Greely, and Powder Assault. When it snows these bowls are especially fun. I love the fact that this run gives you the feeling of being so small in such a wide area. Making me comfortable to just “send it” in the perfect powder stash.

We really hope that our recommendations will help you make some magical and fun memories for you and your group. Enjoy your time in Revelstoke, at a Stay Revy vacation rental property and on the slopes of Revelstoke Mountain Resort.

Now that winter has made its arrival here in Revelstoke, BC, we need to start thinking about preparing our vacation homes. Currently, winter is our predominantly busy season, and we have guests arriving from all over. With back-to-back bookings at most of our properties, it is essential that we have them stocked, cleaned, checked and prepped.

Here are some valuable tips to help get your vacation rental winter-ready.

1. At Stay Revy, we like to have our vacation properties stocked with plenty of extra consumables such as; toilet paper, paper towels and cleaning supplies. By pre-stocking the units, we make it easy to ensure that every guest has what they need to feel comfortable during their stay. It is vital to have items such as coffee and tea for the guests to enjoy in the morning. 

2. Make sure to plan and arrange your snow removal services. Once the snow hits the ground, you need to ensure a shovel is available or hire a snow removal service to clear paths and driveways. 

3. Guestbooks can come in many forms, they can be either digital or paper copies. The crucial aspects of a good guestbook are; relevant information about the property, how-tos and house rules, local recommendations on restaurants, activities, shops and cafes and contact details on reaching you if needed. 

4. It is always good to have many contacts you can call in case of an emergency maintenance situation. Whether it is hot tub maintenance, a plumbing issue or an appliance malfunction, your response time to any of these matters will make a difference between a happy guest to an unsatisfied customer. 

5. At Stay Revy, we make sure that each vacation home is tastefully decorated for the holiday season. It is important to make your guests feel comfortable and at home, especially over the holidays. It is as simple as setting up a Christmas tree, hanging lights, placing a wreath on the door and creating some festive cheer for your guests. 

For more valuable tips on managing your vacation rental, take a look at our consultation program. We can help advise, create and manage your vacation rental. Contact us today to learn more!