As the holiday season draws near, it’s time to open our homes to loved ones once again. With Halloween quickly approaching, it’s time to start thinking about Thanksgiving and Christmas, which are hiding in the stairwell. Do not wait until your overnight visitors are coming into the driveway before you start preparing for their arrival.
Don’t go making eggnog quite yet in case of emergency. We’ve got you covered with this comprehensive checklist for preparing your home for the holidays, regardless of how many guests you expect to host. Here are five ways to make holiday guests feel welcome in your home.
- Declutter your guest room
Most of the year, most guest rooms are essentially used as huge closets by the hotel staff. Clear away the clutter in the guest room, whether it be baggage, unnecessary decorations, outdated clothes, or hockey equipment. Even though your relatives are used to seeing beyond your cluttered guest room, it’s still polite to make some room in the closet for their garments, footwear, and other belongings. Maintain a neat space with a bed and guest chairs set out for visitors.
A storage facility is your best option to put away all your belongings while you prepare your guest room for the holidays. Storage facilities offer a variety of storage sizes for all the belongings you want to put away temporarily.
- Make room for their belongings
Every one of us has had to live out of a suitcase for many days due to a lack of luggage space. Create a relaxing atmosphere by providing plenty of storage options for your visitors. After the room has been cleaned up, make sure there is enough storage space for your guest’s things. It’s a good idea to clear up some closet space and stock more hangers, too. Visitors will certainly bring garments that need to be hung. The guest’s baggage needs a safe place to rest, so clear some space in a closet or beneath the bed.
- Make the bed a relaxing retreat.
If there isn’t a bed in the room, you’ll need to figure out how your guest(s) will sleep. You can save space by using a couch that converts into a bed. You may also use an air mattress, but if it starts to deflate after the first or second night, you’ll need to maintain the pump in the room. For one person, a futon is also an acceptable choice. It’s possible that a floor mattress might suffice for a youngster visiting his or her parents.
No matter what kind of bed you have, be sure to cover it with clean, comfy sheets as well as blankets and pillows. Extra blankets are a kind gesture to ensure your guests are warm and cozy in case the temperature drops. An optional electric blanket is also appreciated.
- Provide Guests with Quality Towels and Linens
When getting your guest room ready for the holidays, it’s a good idea to stock up on plenty of high-quality towels and linens. It’s awful to be on the road and exhausted yet unable to fall asleep because of discomfort. Guests will feel more at ease, even if the temperature in your house is somewhat off if you provide extra blankets and cushions. Invest in some high-quality linens, such as a soft duvet cover, some ornamental pillows, and some deliciously soft sheets. Similarly, make sure the towels in the guest bathroom are spotless. In this scenario, a pair of high-quality towels that won’t unravel after a single wash is a wise purchase.
- Make Personalized Efforts to Make Them Feel At Home
You want your visitors to feel at ease in your house, but they probably won’t want to disturb you the first night or two while they settle in. They’ll feel more at home and be less likely to bother you for various goods if you provide a few personal touches to the space.
A basket of essentials such as deodorant, toothpaste, hand sanitizer, and a brush or comb is always appreciated. If you want to ensure that your guests have something to eat if they feel hungry between meals, have a bowl of fruit and some individual packets of crackers or cookies on hand. Offering your visitors a selection of interesting reading material and puzzle books might help to ensure that they have a pleasant stay. You should also provide a notebook and some pencils in case they wish to make notes.
It’s one of the season’s greatest joys to spend time with family and friends during the holiday celebration. When visitors arrive at a warm and ready guest room, they have found the ideal place to relax. Get rid of clutter, remove any signs of personalization, and update the Christmas guest bedroom with these helpful hints. The warmth and kindness you show your visitors will be much appreciated.
Client Name: Greenkey Storage
Title: Now is the Time to Prepare Your Guest Room for Holiday Visitors
Post Date: 10/18/2022
Social Media Blurb: Getting together with loved ones, whether they live nearby or far away, is the best way to celebrate the upcoming holidays. But have you de-cluttered your living room lately? How about your guest room? It’s about time you get that guest room ready for the guests you’ll be having. If you’re interested in learning more, read this blog.
