Why we only manage furnished homes
We manage furnished, Airbnb-ready homes in Calgary, Edmonton, Airdrie, Cochrane and Chestermere. Guests choose a stay from the photos and the amenity list, and they arrive expecting a home that works from the first night: a made bed, a kitchen they can cook in, towels, Wi-Fi and a simple way in. A property that is empty, half set up or tired can't offer that yet.
That's what our Airbnb furnishing service in Calgary and the surrounding area is for. If your home isn't ready, we plan it, source it and set it up for guests. Furnishing and staging are quoted separately from management, which is 15–25% of revenue, depending on the package you choose (see pricing). You pay for the work your property needs and nothing more.
Furnishing or Airbnb staging: which one you need
Most properties fall into one of these situations. The quote form asks which one fits yours.
| Where the property is now | What the work usually involves |
|---|---|
| Empty or new construction | A full plan: beds, seating, dining, kitchen, linens, décor and guest supplies |
| Partially furnished | Filling the gaps around what you have, so rooms match and every bed sleeps well |
| Furnished but outdated | Staging: replacing the pieces that date the photos, and adding lighting, art and soft furnishings |
| Furnished, needs a refresh | Swapping worn items, mattresses and linens, then restyling for new photos |
| Renovation underway | Planning now, so furniture arrives once the trades are finished |
How a furnishing project works
- Assessment. We look at the property, its layout and the guests it's likely to attract: families, business travellers, monthly stays or a mix. If you're also weighing up management, start with a free revenue assessment so the setup matches how the home will be rented.
- Plan. We settle how many guests the home can comfortably sleep, then plan each room around that number: bed sizes, seating, dining space and storage. Parties and events are never allowed at the homes we manage, so we furnish for the guests a home sleeps, not for crowds.
- Budget and style. You tell us the budget you're working with, or ask us to help set one, and choose a style. Modern, Scandinavian, family-friendly and mountain-inspired all work. What matters is that the rooms feel consistent and photograph well.
- Sourcing. We source furniture, bedding, kitchenware, décor and supplies to the plan and the budget, favouring pieces that are easy to replace if something breaks.
- Delivery and setup. We coordinate delivery, assembly and installation, make the beds, stock the kitchen and bathrooms, and style each room.
- Photos. Once the home is finished, it's photographed for the listing. See listing creation and photography.
- Launch. If we're managing the home, we publish the listing with an amenity list that matches what's actually there, and set up cleaning and linens through our cleaning and turnover routine.
Durable choices for guest use
A rental hosts a new set of guests every few nights, so we choose for wear, cleaning and replacement, not only for looks.
- Performance fabrics and removable covers on sofas and chairs, in colours that hide everyday marks.
- Good mattresses with protectors on every bed. A poor night's sleep is hard to fix once a guest has checked in.
- Neutral bedding and towels that suit our standard linen and towel program and stand up to frequent washing.
- Solid, simple furniture with hard-wearing surfaces: dining chairs that stay steady and tables that can take a hot dish.
- Pieces that are easy to replace, so a broken lamp or chipped mug is a quick swap rather than a mismatched room.
- Pet-friendly materials where you allow pets.
- Fewer, larger décor pieces instead of small items that get moved, broken or packed by mistake.
Safety equipment
Safety items are part of every setup, not an extra. We check for, or fit:
- Working smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms
- A fire extinguisher where guests can find it
- A first-aid kit
- Tall furniture and wall-mounted TVs secured to the wall
- Clear exits, entry lighting and solid railings
Whatever is in the home is listed accurately, so guests can see it before they book. Local licence rules can set their own requirements, and rules can change, so check your city's current rules for your property. Our licensing and compliance page explains where to look.
What an Airbnb-ready home needs, room by room
Use this as a starting point whether we furnish the home or you do it yourself.
Bedrooms
- A good mattress with a protector on every bed
- Pillows, a duvet and a spare blanket for each bed
- Bedside tables, lamps and an outlet within reach
- Blackout curtains or blinds
- Hangers and a spot for a suitcase
Bathrooms
- Towels for every guest, plus bath mats
- Hair dryer, plunger, toilet brush and wastebasket
- A shelf or hooks for guests' toiletries
Kitchen and dining
- Cookware, knives, utensils and a cutting board
- Plates, bowls, glasses and mugs for the full guest count
- Coffee maker, kettle and toaster
- A dining seat for every guest the home sleeps
Living areas
- Enough seating for the guests the home sleeps
- A TV and reliable Wi-Fi
- Lamps as well as overhead lighting
Entry, workspace and outdoors
- A smart lock or keypad for self check-in
- A desk and chair for business and monthly guests
- Hooks, a boot tray and room for winter gear
- Patio furniture where there's outdoor space
Reusing what you already own
You don't have to start from nothing. We go through what's already in the property and keep what's in good condition and practical for guests. Solid furniture, appliances, kitchenware and décor often stay. Mattresses, bedding and towels are the items we most often recommend replacing, because they wear fastest and guests notice them first.
You can also contribute in other ways, such as storage, transport or assembly labour, and that changes the quote. Photos, floor plans, measurements and a list of what's there all make the quote more accurate, and the form lets you upload them.
Getting a furnishing quote
Start with the furnishing quote form. It asks about the property, what's there now, what you'd like us to provide, your budget range, your preferred style and when you need the home ready. Whether you're furnishing a short-term rental in Alberta from scratch or refreshing one that has been running for years, the final quote depends on the same things: measurements, existing inventory, sleeping capacity, quality level, delivery, assembly, installation and styling.
Questions first? Email hello@premierstays.ca or call (587) 400-0720.
Last updated October 14, 2026
