Initial Check after Guests Depart

  Start washing and drying sheets and towels.

  Check for marks and stains on walls, stairwell, furniture, decorative pillows, etc.  

  Check the fridge and freezer for leftover food and stains from previous use.

  Open the microwave to check whether there are any spillage, stains, or unpleasant smells.

  Inspect hidden surfaces: under the beds, under the trashcans, under the sinks, etc.

  Open all drawers – cupboards, bedside tables, dressers.

  Make sure that nothing is broken.

  Check whether all the valuable items are still in place.

  Take pictures of any damage or problems.

  Check for missing outdoor cushions.

  Check for bugs.

  Note any burned-out light bulbs.

Living Room

  Dust all tables, décor, and electronics.

  Clean all windows and mirrors.

  Wipe the walls, light switches, and doors.

  Wipe the chairs and sofa.

  Clean glass table.

  Vacuum and clean areas around and underneath the furniture.

  Organize magazines and other miscellaneous items such as throw pillow, blankets, guest book, etc.

  Vacuum and mop the floors.

Dining Room

  Clean the glass tabletop.

  Wipe the chairs.

  Dust shelves.

  Clean the windows, curtains, and shades as needed.

  Reset table with mats, plates, and napkins. (see picture)

  Vacuum and mop the floor.

Kitchen

  Clean and degrease the microwave oven.

  Clean the oven, including wire racks as needed.

  Sanitize all countertops.

  Clean the refrigerator and remove all food.  

  Wipe all drawers and cupboards as necessary.

  Restock the coffee pods, creamers, sugar packets.

  Clean coffee makers (make sure all grounds and/or pods are disposed of).

  Restock paper towels (one on the counter and one in the pantry left of the fridge).

  Make sure there are enough dishwasher pods, dish soap and hand soap (additional supplies are in the owner’s closet).

  Empty and clean the dishwasher.

  Empty and clean the trash can.

  Put out clean dish towel for next guest.  Make sure there are extra dishtowels in the pantry left of the fridge.

  Wipe down barstools.

  Vacuum and mop the floor.

Bathrooms

  Clean and sanitize the whole toilet (seat, bowl, lid, tank, etc.).

  Wash and sanitize the toilet brush.

  Clean the sinks and mirrors.

  Replace and fold towels (Put out 2 sets of bath towels, hand towels and wash clothes ,1 black make up wash cloth and 1 bathmat).

  Clean and sanitize the shower and shower glass.  Wipe the faucets and the showerhead.

  Thoroughly clean the mirrors and other reflective surfaces.

  Dust all drawers and décor.  Done weekly: Remove cobwebs from the ceiling, corners, and light fixtures.

  Restock the makeup remover packets, shampoo, conditioner, bath gel, lotion, and bar soap if necessary. (see picture)

  Make sure that there is no bathroom mold.

  Vacuum and mop the floor.

Bedrooms

  Make the bed and replace all pillowcases and sheets. (see pictures)

  Replace duvet and/or duvet covers when necessary.

  Dust all drawers, dressers, and décor.  Done weekly: Remove cobwebs from the ceiling, corners, and light fixtures.

  Clean the light switches.

  Vacuum and mop the floor

Upstairs Loft

  Dust all furniture, décor, and electronics.  Done weekly: Remove cobwebs from the ceiling, corners, and light fixtures.

  Clean all windows and sliders when needed.

  Wipe the walls, light switches, and doors.

  Vacuum and clean areas around and underneath the furniture.

  Organize desk, games, and other miscellaneous items.

  Check to see if pullout bed was used and make sure used sheets have been removed.

  Make sure a spare set of Queen sheets plus pillows and blankets are in the linen closet at top of stairs.

  Vacuum and mop the floors.

Houseboat Exterior 

  Wipe and clean all furniture and railings.

  Sweep deck if needed.

  Clean sliding glass doors and any window surfaces within reach as needed.

  Clean outdoor counter and sink.

  Make sure no food items have been left in outdoor fridge.

  Arrange outdoor pillows and check for missing cushions.

Last Steps

  Make sure there are at least 4 water bottles in the fridge.

  Make sure there are enough snacks in the snack bowl.  Refills are in the owner’s closet.

  Make sure the Dockside Manual and parking pass and frame of wifi info are on the kitchen counter. (see picture)

  Put any linens that still need to be washed in green bag for Jeanette to pick up.

  Lock owner’s closet and put key away.

  Make sure exterior windows and doors are closed and locked.

  Send Jeanette any photos of broken items, stains, etc.