Sunset Stays specializes in guiding vacation rental owners through the complex home sharing process in Los Angeles, ensuring compliance with local regulations and maximizing rental potential. We provide expert support from the initial registration of your property with the city, including assisting in obtaining the required Home Sharing Permit, to helping you understand and meet the city’s safety, occupancy, and fee requirements.

Protecting your property is a priority, and we use several layers of screening, technology, and platform protections to reduce risk. Every reservation goes through Airbnb’s identity verification system, and we carefully review guest profiles, past reviews, and trip details before accepting bookings. Our team monitors reservations and communicates directly with guests to set clear expectations around house rules and respectful use of the property. We also use smart locks, noise monitoring when appropriate, and detailed house rules to help prevent parties or misuse. After every stay, professional cleaners inspect the property and report any issues immediately so they can be addressed quickly. In addition, Airbnb provides AirCover for Hosts, which includes up to $3 million in damage protection and liability coverage for eligible bookings. While issues are rare, this protection adds another layer of security. We also encourage owners to review their current homeowners policy and, when possible, obtain short-term rental insurance for additional protection.

We work with a wide range of residential properties throughout Los Angeles, including single-family homes, condos, townhomes, and multi-unit properties that are suitable for short-term rentals. Our focus is on well-located homes that can deliver a high-quality guest experience and strong nightly rates. Some properties may require light design upgrades or setup before going live, and our team helps guide owners through that process to maximize performance. Before moving forward, we always review the property’s layout, location, and local regulations to make sure it’s a good fit for successful Airbnb management.

Yes. Design and setup are included as part of our onboarding process because presentation has a major impact on nightly rates and occupancy. We help owners create a clean, cohesive, and guest-focused design that photographs well and performs on Airbnb. Our team guides furniture selection, layout, décor, and overall styling while staying within a practical budget so the investment makes sense relative to the property’s revenue potential. If a property needs more significant upgrades or remodeling to reach its full potential as a short-term rental, we also work with trusted partners. We’ve partnered with Powerstyle Construction, who can assist with renovations, improvements, or larger build-outs when needed to make the property Airbnb-ready.

Short-term rentals require the right insurance coverage. Airbnb provides AirCover for Hosts, which includes $1 million in host liability insurance and $3 million in damage protection for covered guest-related incidents. This protection can cover property damage caused by guests, certain liability claims if someone is injured during a stay, and other host-related risks. While AirCover provides strong built-in protection for bookings made through Airbnb, we recommend owners review their current homeowner’s policy and, if possible, upgrade to a policy that explicitly allows short-term rentals. Having STR-friendly coverage ensures there are no gaps and provides an additional layer of protection for your property.