Vacation Rental Cleaning Checklist
Turnover-ready, every single time.
Here's exactly what we cover on every Airbnb, Vrbo or short-term rental turnover. Pick a room to see the full list.
Every property is a little different — we're happy to follow your existing checklist if you have one. For outdoor areas like fire pits, lounge chairs, hot tubs, pools and courtyards, we'll collect trash, arrange seating, wipe down surfaces and move garbage to the designated bins outside.
Bedrooms
- Remove used pillowcases and sheets and replace them with fresh ones
- Ensure blankets are free of visible stains or odors
- Wash and dry used linens (if applicable)
- Fold blankets neatly and arrange the pillows for an appealing appearance
- Vacuum the bedroom
- Wipe down doorknobs, light switches, remotes, closet door pulls, dresser knobs
- Empty garbage can and replace the bag
Bathrooms
- Take used towels and hand towels to wash
- Neatly place fresh towels on towel rack and cloths in dedicated area
- Restock toilet paper, shampoo, body wash, and other necessary toiletries
- Wipe down sink & mirror area to remove any stains, marks or hairs
- Clean and sanitize toilet (inside and out)
- Thoroughly clean shower / bath area, removing any hairs or stains
- Clean and wipe light switches and door knobs
- Sweep and mop bathroom floor
- Empty garbage and replace the bag
Living Room
- Remove any crumbs or items from the coffee table and TV stand
- Vacuum living room sofa, carpet and/or area rug
- Leave Airbnb or rental manual on the most visible surface for easy access (if applicable)
- Wipe down surfaces that have stains or debris
- Arrange and tidy all pillows and throw blankets on the couches
- Sweep and mop hardwood floors
- Empty garbage and replace bag (if applicable)
Dining Room
- Clear dining room table of any crumbs or stains
- Wipe down any tables to remove any residue or sticky spots
- Vacuum or sweep and mop floors
- Arrange table mats (if present) neatly and tuck chairs underneath the table
Kitchen
- Ensure all utensils, plates, pots and pans are clean and correctly stored inside the cabinets
- Clean and wipe kitchen countertops, stove top, microwave and other appliances to remove food or stain residue
- Restock paper towels and soap
- Neatly arrange kitchen towels
- Lightly clean stove
- Sweep and mop kitchen floor
- Empty garbage and replace bag
Have a custom turnover list or special requests? Send it our way — laundry handling, restocking from a supply closet, hot-tub draining, pool-deck tidying — we'll work it into the routine.
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