Couverture de Superhosts Down Under with Silvia and Ray

Superhosts Down Under with Silvia and Ray

Superhosts Down Under with Silvia and Ray

De : Ray Yee Consulting
Écouter gratuitement

3 mois pour 0,99 €/mois

Après 3 mois, 9.95 €/mois. Offre soumise à conditions.

À propos de ce contenu audio

Hosted by Ray & Silvia Superhosts Down Under is a podcast that guides and inspires aspiring Airbnb hosts on how to successfully set up and run an Airbnb in Australia. Each episode features engaging stories, lessons, and insights from different guests — from seasoned hosts to industry experts — sharing their unique experiences in short-term rental hosting. Join Ray and Silvia as they explore Australia’s most remarkable Airbnbs and uncover the stories of the owners who make them possible.

Ray Yee Consulting
Direction Economie Management et direction
Les membres Amazon Prime bénéficient automatiquement de 2 livres audio offerts chez Audible.

Vous êtes membre Amazon Prime ?

Bénéficiez automatiquement de 2 livres audio offerts.
Bonne écoute !
    Épisodes
    • Ep 51 - Designing a standout one-bedroom Airbnb in Brisbane
      Jan 25 2026

      Ray and Silvia are joined by Stefan Jordana, a Brisbane-based host (and emerging interior designer) behind a colourful, tropical one-bedroom Airbnb nicknamed “The Fishbowl.”

      They kick off with a practical host topic: communal facilities in strata buildings—what guests should be allowed to use (pool, gym, rooftop BBQ), what’s often too hard to manage (bookable cinema/dining rooms), and why some residents and building managers default to blaming Airbnb guests when issues arise.

      Stefan then shares how he transformed his ground-floor, south-facing unit into an experience-led stay—using statement pieces, lighting, and multi-purpose furniture to solve space and brightness challenges, and to stand out in a market full of “white-on-white” listings. He also breaks down what surprised him most once hosting began, why he chose a co-host/property manager, and what he’s learned about launching confidently while maintaining five-star standards.

      The episode wraps with Stefan’s next chapter: documenting his interior design studies and building his brand, with plans to expand his Airbnb portfolio—while keeping an eye on evolving Brisbane short-stay regulation.

      What you’ll learn in this episode

      • Communal facilities in strata buildings: what to allow vs what to avoid (especially bookable amenities)
      • Why issues in buildings are often blamed on Airbnb guests first
      • How “The Fishbowl” aesthetic came to life and why bold design stands out in search results
      • Brightening darker apartments with reflective finishes, white balance, dimmable and mood lighting
      • Space-maximising design: storage walls, hidden study, Murphy bed, pull-out sofa and multi-purpose furniture
      • What guests actually comment on versus what hosts tend to worry about
      • Co-hosting best practices, transparency and communication expectations
      • The fine line between helpful guest messaging and over-communication
      • Choosing a property manager when quality and detail matter

      Guest

      Stefan Jordana
      Instagram: @stevielarkin_design

      Where to stay — hosted by the Superhosts Down Under team

      Ray’s South Yarra Property
      https://www.airbnb.com/slink/I2cCaaW5

      Ray’s North Melbourne Property
      https://www.airbnb.com/l/KGfcunu3

      Silvia’s Property
      https://www.airbnb.com/slink/Kpse4K4X

      Afficher plus Afficher moins
      36 min
    • Ep 50 - Nightmare guests, review disputes, and building a sustainable Airbnb business
      Jan 11 2026

      This week on Superhosts Down Under, Ray and Silvia are joined by returning guest Tanya, plus Superhost couple Jay and Rod. Tanya shares a recent, highly stressful stay that escalated fast — including late-night Airbnb support contact, refund pressure, a privacy breach, cancellation outcomes, and a retaliatory one-star review. Jay and Rod then share how they built three strong-performing Airbnb listings and a complementary paddleboarding business, plus the systems they use to host reliably even while travelling.

      In this episode

      Tanya’s complex guest stay and what hosts can learn

      How amenity expectations (like air conditioning) can create disputes

      Practical ways to approach Airbnb review disputes (including using policy-based language)

      Why one bad review shouldn’t define a good host

      Jay and Rod’s journey from early hosting challenges to three cash-flow-positive listings

      How they manage operations, cleaning, maintenance, and contingencies

      Hosting while travelling internationally: communication, backups, and checklists

      Using a local experience business to differentiate the guest experience

      Key takeaways

      Be extremely clear in your listing description about amenities and where they apply (for example, air conditioning location)

      If a stay becomes a dispute, document everything and reference Airbnb policy when escalating

      Don’t over-optimise for star ratings — focus on consistent service and clear expectations

      If you can, self-manage at the start so you understand what “good” looks like before delegating

      Reliable cleaners, trades, and simple operating systems make remote hosting realistic

      Guest links

      Jay & Rod’s Airbnb listings

      https://www.airbnb.com.au/rooms/835771603387295054?viralityEntryPoint=1&s=76

      https://www.airbnb.com.au/rooms/40829555?viralityEntryPoint=1&s=76

      https://www.airbnb.com.au/rooms/40413091?viralityEntryPoint=1&s=76

      Shoal Bay SUP

      www.shoalbaysup.com.au

      Instagram: @shoalbaysup

      Connect with the podcast

      South Yarra Property

      https://www.airbnb.com/slink/I2cCaaW5

      North Melbourne Property

      https://www.airbnb.com/l/KGfcunu3

      Silvia’s Property

      https://www.airbnb.com/slink/Kpse4K4X

      Instagram

      @superhosts_down_under

      Afficher plus Afficher moins
      1 h et 7 min
    • Ep 49 - Degraves Street Apartment: Boutique Hosting in the Heart of Melbourne’s Laneways
      Dec 28 2025

      This week on Superhosts Down Under, Ray and Silvia sit down with Will from Mel Boutique Property, the operator behind Degraves Street Apartment — a design-led short-term rental tucked into one of Melbourne’s most iconic laneways.

      Located just moments from cafés, galleries, and the city’s creative pulse, Degraves Street Apartment is a thoughtful example of how boutique hospitality can exist within a dense urban environment without losing warmth, comfort, or personality. Will shares how Mel Boutique Property approaches hosting differently, focusing on guest experience, consistency, and the details that turn a central-city stay into something memorable.

      Ray, Silvia, and Will explore what it takes to run a high-performing inner-city apartment — from managing noise expectations and body corporate realities to designing spaces that photograph beautifully but still function for real guests. They discuss the balance between style and durability, why clear communication matters even more in CBD listings, and how Melbourne’s short-stay market has evolved post-pandemic.

      The conversation also touches on distribution strategy, guest screening, and why boutique operators often outperform larger portfolios by staying close to the guest journey. If you’re hosting (or considering hosting) an apartment in a busy urban area, this episode offers practical insights and grounded lessons from someone doing it day in, day out.

      In this episode, Will shares:

      • What makes Degraves Street a unique (and challenging) location to host
      • Designing city apartments that balance aesthetics with durability
      • Setting expectations around noise, access, and urban living
      • Why professional photography needs to reflect reality, not fantasy
      • Managing guest experience in high-density buildings
      • How Melbourne’s short-stay demand has shifted over the past few years
      • The importance of systems, consistency, and clear communication
      • When self-managing makes sense — and when it doesn’t
      • Why smaller, well-run portfolios can outperform scale

      Where to stay:

      • Degraves Street Apartment — Melbourne CBD ⁠https://www.airbnb.com.au/rooms/1425769022784223775⁠
      • South Yarra Property ⁠https://www.airbnb.com/slink/I2cCaaW5⁠
      • North Melbourne Property ⁠https://www.airbnb.com/l/KGfcunu3⁠
      • Silvia’s Property ⁠https://www.airbnb.com/slink/Kpse4K4X⁠

      Connect:

      Instagram: ⁠@degravesstreetapartment⁠

      Email: ⁠will@melboutiqueproperty.com

      Afficher plus Afficher moins
      47 min
    Aucun commentaire pour le moment