11. Protect your outdoor amenities
Patio furniture, umbrellas, and other yard accessories will deteriorate and rust if not protected from the sun, sand, and moisture. One suggestion is to put these items away when you don’t have guests and during the off-season. Don’t simply cover and leave them out, as moisture can get trapped underneath and become an ideal hotbed for mold and mildew. An even better solution when decorating your beach house: invest in furniture made of durable, weather-resistant materials, like teak, POLYWOOD®, and Sunbrella®, a performance fabric.
12. Entrust a local vacation rental property manager
If you live miles away, or even just down the road, it may be unrealistic to keep up with the consistent maintenance that beach homes require. The ideal solution: have a property manager maintain your beach house for you. “Homeowners who hire Vacasa are treated to an extra dose of expert care, including regular inspections of their deck and balcony, fire extinguisher and smoke detectors, and plumbing,” Todd says.
Plus, our housekeepers go the extra mile for beach homes on top of their already fastidious cleaning routines. They’ll blow sand and debris from the driveway and walkways, inspect your deck for any popped nails or safety hazards, clean hot tubs, and check barbecue propane tanks.
Seaside vacation homes may require more upkeep, but the perks of owning a beach house far outweigh the maintenance needed to retain its condition (and hopefully grow its value). “Consider visiting your beach property at least once a year and reinvesting some of your rental revenue back into upkeep and upgrades for your vacation home,” Todd suggests. Oceanfront and coastal vacation rentals often command the highest rental rates, so putting time and money toward maintenance can be well worth it.
