Vacation Rental Cleaning Checklist
Entry Procedures
- Verify door codes, locks, and entry access functionality.
- Remove all trash and perishables from the unit.
- Start laundry or dishwasher where applicable.
- Document and report any visible maintenance issues.
Bedrooms
- Strip all bedding and stage linens for laundering.
- Inspect and replace mattress and pillow protectors as needed.
- Make beds with hotel-grade presentation.
- Dust nightstands, lamps, décor, headboards, and surfaces.
- Sanitize high-touch areas such as switches and door hardware.
- Check closets and drawers for left-behind items and organize.
- Vacuum, sweep, or mop bedroom flooring.
Bathrooms
- Sanitize tub/shower, toilet, sinks, counters, and fixtures.
- Clean mirrors and any glass surfaces to a streak-free finish.
- Replace towel sets and bathmat according to standards.
- Empty bathroom trash and replace liners.
- Restock standard amenities:
- soap
- dish soap
- shampoo & conditioner
- lotion
- tissue
- toilet paper
Kitchen
- Sanitize countertops, cabinet fronts, and appliance exteriors.
- Appliance exteriors & interiors cleaned (fridge, microwave, stove, dishwasher)
- Unload dishwasher and neatly organize items in cabinets and drawers.
- Sweep and mop kitchen flooring.
- Restock standard amenities:
- paper towels
- dish soap
- sponge
- dishwasher pods
- trash liners
- laundry pods
Living Areas
- Dust all furniture, décor, lamps, frames, and surfaces.
- Sanitize high-touch areas including remotes, door handles, and light switches.
- Vacuum upholstery and under cushions.
- Refresh and properly stage sleeper sofa when used.
- Clean interior glass and patio doors, including tracks.
- Sweep, vacuum, or mop flooring as appropriate.
- Stage décor and pillows in a consistent, standardized layout.
- Balcony and patios are swept, debris removed, and necessary wipe down and staging of furniture consistently.
Linens
- Sort used linens for laundering and prepare for vendor pickup.
- Check thermostat and lighting settings.
- Remove stained or damaged linens and replace from par stock.
- Maintain organized linen storage with proper par levels.
Final Walkthrough
- Confirm cleaning and staging meet readiness standards.
- Check thermostat and lighting settings.
- Ensure all doors and windows are secured.
- Capture and submit photo documentation where required.