5 Tips on How to Prepare for House Guests
Hosting overnight guests takes preparation — but it does not have to be stressful. Knowing how to prepare for house guests ensures your home will be ready for their arrival and that they will be comfortable during their stay. Are you ready to get started? Take a look at these tips to help prepare your home for out-of-town visitors.
Make Room for Your Guests
Guest rooms can often become a storage space for exercise equipment, out-of-season clothing and other belongings. Before your company arrives, clear space for them by gathering items to store elsewhere while they are in town. Also, be sure there is enough room in the closet or dresser to unpack their belongings. Setting out a luggage rack or a small table to place a suitcase can be a nice touch for when they arrive.
Welcome Them With Snacks
A small gift basket filled with snacks and a welcome note is the perfect way to greet your guests upon arrival. Do not forget to include the Wi-Fi password in your note. Show your guests where they can find even more snacks in the kitchen. If they are coffee drinkers, it is also a good idea to show them where the coffee supplies are just in case they would like a fresh cup of coffee in the morning.
Have Ample Light
Guests are not used to your home, so it is important to have ample lighting that will help them move comfortably around the room. Lights on end tables by the bed that can easily turn on in the middle of the night are perfect. The nightstands are also handy because they allow guests to keep their phones and other personal items by their bed at night. Do not forget to leave smaller lights on throughout the house at night so that guests can find their way around in the dark.
Put Out Fresh Towels/Toiletries
You should give your guest bathroom a deep cleaning before they arrive, then stock the bathroom with extra toiletries like shampoo, conditioner and toothpaste. Travel-sized toiletries can be displayed colorfully in a glass container on the countertop for easy access. If you will be sharing a bathroom, clear some counter space for their things. Additionally, keep extra tissue and toilet paper visible so that your out-of-town guests can find them easily.
Buy Groceries
Stock the kitchen with extra food for your guests, especially if they will be staying for an extended period of time. Before you shop, find out their favorite snacks and beverages. Do not forget to ask if they have allergies or food preferences. If your visitors do not eat pork, for example, you may want to avoid cooking it while they are there. Additionally, you could also adopt a self-serve strategy for snacks so that your company can grab a quick nibble in between meals if they get hungry.
Knowing how to prepare for house guests makes your visitors’ stay more enjoyable for them and for you. Are you on the hunt for a new home that is perfect for hosting out-of-town company? Explore Britton Homes’ available properties to find a luxurious new home suited to your unique lifestyle.