How to Create a Listing that Stands Out

For healthcare professionals staying 30 days or longer, details about comfort, convenience, sleep, laundry, parking, Wi-Fi, and proximity to work can make a major difference when choosing where to stay.

Use this guide to create a complete, accurate, and inviting listing that stands out to healthcare travelers.

Photos are one of the first things travelers notice when browsing properties. Bright, clear, and accurate photos help build confidence and allow travelers to understand the space before booking.

Include photos of:

Use natural light whenever possible, keep rooms clean and uncluttered, and avoid blurry, dark, heavily filtered, or duplicate photos.

Vidle Housing also allows hosts to add a video walkthrough to help travelers better understand the property's layout and flow.

A simple walkthrough can help show:

The goal isn't professional video production. A clear, steady walkthrough can help travelers better picture themselves living in the space.

Your title should quickly communicate the property's strongest features.

Focus on details travelers care about, such as:

Examples:

Quiet 1BR Near Hospitals | Parking + In-Unit Laundry

Furnished 2BR | Pet Friendly | Fast Wi-Fi + Workspace

Comfortable Home Near Medical Center | Garage + W/D

Avoid using ALL CAPS, excessive emojis, or vague titles that don't tell travelers anything meaningful about the property.

The first few sentences should give travelers a quick snapshot of what makes your property a good fit for a mid-term stay.

For example:

"Welcome to your fully furnished home away from home. Ideal for traveling healthcare professionals, this quiet one-bedroom property offers reliable Wi-Fi, in-unit laundry, dedicated parking, and convenient access to nearby hospitals and everyday essentials."

Keep the opening natural, specific, and easy to read.

Healthcare professionals may be working long shifts, overnight schedules, weekends, or rotating hours. Focus on features that make an extended stay more comfortable and convenient.

Popular features include:

Use short paragraphs and bullet points when possible so travelers can quickly scan the listing.

Help travelers understand exactly what they're booking.

Include details about:

Be honest about anything that could affect the stay.

For example, disclose if:

Accurate expectations help prevent misunderstandings and can lead to better reviews.

Your exact property address isn't publicly displayed to travelers before the appropriate stage of the reservation process, but you can still provide helpful information about the general location.

Consider mentioning:

For example:

"Approximately 7 minutes from St. Luke's Medical Center, with grocery stores, coffee shops, and restaurants nearby."

Avoid including your full street address in the public listing description.

Healthcare travelers are often staying for several weeks or months and need more than the basics of a short vacation rental.

We recommend providing:

Blackout curtains are especially valuable for healthcare professionals who work overnight shifts and sleep during the day.

A fully equipped kitchen should include:

Traveling healthcare professionals often meal-prep for long shifts, so practical kitchen equipment can be especially valuable.

Consider providing:

In-unit laundry is highly desirable for extended stays. If laundry is shared or located elsewhere, clearly explain how travelers can access it.

Helpful laundry items include:

Travelers staying for a month or longer may also appreciate:

Small details can make your property especially appealing to traveling healthcare professionals.

Consider offering:

You don't need to provide everything on this list. Focus on practical features that make sense for your property and travelers.

Parking can be extremely important for healthcare travelers commuting to work at unusual hours.

Clearly explain:

Never advertise guaranteed parking unless it is actually available.

Clear house rules help travelers decide whether the property is right for them and reduce misunderstandings after booking.

Make sure your listing accurately reflects whether the following are allowed:

If a rule isn't selected as allowed, travelers should understand that it isn't permitted.

Also disclose any additional requirements, fees, lease agreements, community restrictions, or important policies before booking.

Accurate check-in instructions are essential for a smooth arrival.

Include:

Keep this information current, especially if access codes or procedures change.

Don't overpromise or try to make the property sound like something it isn't.

Travelers value reliable information. A simple, comfortable, accurately represented property can be more appealing than a listing filled with exaggerated claims.

Before publishing, double-check:

Positive reviews can help future travelers feel more confident about booking your property.

After a successful stay, encourage travelers to leave an honest review. Even a few strong reviews can help establish trust and show future guests what they can expect.

Before publishing or updating your listing, ask yourself:

A complete, accurate, and thoughtful listing helps travelers feel confident about their decision and gives your property the best opportunity to stand out on Vidle Housing.