A 5-star Airbnb listing lives and dies by cleanliness. A single negative review mentioning “dirty” can sink your ratings for months. Here is the complete turnover checklist that professional vacation rental cleaners use — and that Elegant Visit follows on every job.
Before You Start
- Check the checkout time and plan your arrival for immediately after
- Bring all supplies: cleaning products, fresh linen, replacement toiletries
- Take a quick walkthrough to spot any damage before cleaning
Living Room & Common Areas
- Strip and inspect upholstered furniture for stains
- Wipe all hard surfaces, remotes, door handles, light switches
- Vacuum rugs and mop hard floors
- Check behind cushions for left items
- Dust blinds, ceiling fans, and shelves
Kitchen
- Empty and wipe inside the fridge (remove expired condiments)
- Clean stovetop grates and oven interior
- Run the dishwasher and empty it
- Wipe cabinet fronts, handles, and countertops
- Replace trash bag, wipe trash can interior
- Restock coffee, tea, dish soap, and sponge
Bedrooms
- Strip bed, inspect mattress and pillows
- Make bed with fresh linen to hotel standard
- Empty all drawers and check closets for left items
- Vacuum or mop floor including under the bed
- Wipe nightstands, headboard, and lamps
Bathrooms
- Scrub toilet, sink, shower, and tub — including grout
- Clean mirror and all glass surfaces
- Restock toilet paper, shampoo, conditioner, soap, and towels
- Replace bathmat if needed
- Empty trash
Final Walkthrough
- Check all light bulbs and replace burned-out ones
- Lock all windows and doors
- Reset thermostat to guest-ready temperature
- Take timestamped photos of every room for your records
Save Time — Hire a Professional Turnover Service
Professional vacation rental cleaners like Elegant Visit handle all of the above — faster, more consistently, and with a photo confirmation sent to you when done. We serve Airbnb hosts throughout Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton, and all of South Florida.
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