Relaxing in your private lodge away from the city is the best way to unwind after a long work week. This coming holiday, your idyllic place will also be home for intimate family celebrations. Because you don’t live there every day, ensuring that your little “home away from home” stays in mint condition can be a challenge. Allow us to help you create a strategy on how to clean, declutter, and maintain your vacation home. Here are some easy and practical tips:

Tip #1: Focus on the interiors

Even though it’s not your everyday living quarters, your holiday home needs the same attention as your daily residence. Once you arrive, dedicate a day to give the interiors a thorough cleaning. Dust the shelves, cabinets, and all surfaces. Spend some time in the kitchen to wipe the countertops, sinks, and tables. You’ll need to sweep and mop the floors, especially if you have pets and small children. Lastly, check the bathrooms for any foul odours and give it a thorough washing, too.

One way to refresh your vacation home is to open the windows when you’re in. This will allow fresh air to come in and remove any funky smell. Check your vents for blockages to make sure that the quality of air circulating the space is optimal.

Tip #2: Don’t neglect the exteriors

While we listed your vacation home’s interiors first, its exteriors are equally important. Don’t overlook the facade and the surrounding lot. If your place is located close to trees, make sure to clean your gutters to get rid of leaves, twigs, and other debris. Doing this regularly throughout the year will ensure that there are no blockages that may cause flooding. This will be a nightmare to fix and not to mention, an expensive one. 

Other crucial areas to check on your private lodge include its windows, roof, and cladding. Signs of wear and tear are normal, but noticing damages early on will allow you to save on massive repairs. 

Tip #3: Check electronic appliances and gas sources

Aside from keeping your vacation house clean and tidy, it’s also vital to conduct regular checks on your devices and energy sources. When left ignored, these are prone to cause accidents that could have been avoidable.

Test your home’s lighting and take note of bulbs that aren’t working. They may be due to electrical shortages. Similarly, check all your sockets if they are all functioning correctly. Another major issue to avoid is moulds and mildew. These grow in dark and moist places like your kitchen cabinets, air vents, and the basement. 

Here’s a bullet list of other critical areas in your lodge that you shouldn’t fail to inspect every visit:

  • Windows and seals
  • Doors, gates, and fences
  • Locks and security alarms
  • Drainage
  • Connection points
  • Smoke alarms
  • HVAC system

Once you suspect any issues, make sure to call your trusted handyman or a professional to address them at once. It’s always better to fix the problem early on than having to undergo costly and major repairs.

Keeping your vacation home in pitch condition allows you to create beautiful and lasting memories with your family any time of the year.

If you’re looking to purchase a luxury vacation lodge in the Lake District, get in touch with us and see how we can help!

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