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Plan settings for max guests plus two.
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Kitchen.
The appliances and cookware guests expect to find — and mention when they don’t. Every pick is the one we’d buy for our own property — ranked essentials first.
Dishwasher-safe set in three sizes.
OXO Cutting Board Set
Two slots, crumb tray, done.
Cuisinart 2-Slice Toaster
A dozen tempered glasses — expect breakage, buy identical replacements.
Bormioli Rocco Glasses (set of 12)
Full block — dull knives are a quiet review-killer.
McCook 15-Piece Knife Set
With drainboard — guests rarely run the dishwasher for two mugs.
Dish Drying Rack w/ Drainboard
The OXO basics guests expect to find in the first drawer they open.
OXO 10-Piece Utensil Set
Corelle: chip-resistant, light, and replaceable piece-by-piece.
Corelle 18-Piece Dinnerware (serves 6)
Best for: High-turnover properties
Step can with a liner pocket — buy once, stop thinking about it.
simplehuman 45L Step Trash Can
The STR standard: 14 cups, programmable, parts available forever.
Cuisinart DCC-3200 14-Cup Coffee Maker
Best for: Most STR kitchens
Mid-size, easy-clean interior, survives renters.
Toshiba 1.2 Cu Ft Microwave
17 pieces covers every guest cooking ambition in one box.
T-fal 17-Piece Cookware Set
The Lodge skillet — indestructible and weirdly beloved in reviews.
Lodge 10.25" Cast Iron Skillet
Stainless nests, stores small, survives everything.
Stainless Mixing Bowls (6)
Two commercial-grade half sheets — the pan guests actually look for.
Nordic Ware Sheet Pans (2)
Electric kettle for tea drinkers and pour-over guests.
COSORI Electric Kettle 1.7L
Airtight, stain-proof containers for leftovers.
Rubbermaid Brilliance Storage Set
The smoothie-and-margarita line item for vacation markets.
Ninja Professional Blender
Best for: Vacation markets
Single-serve backup — some guests only speak pod.
Keurig K-Express Single-Serve
Best for: Covering both coffee camps
The most-requested small appliance of the last five years.
Ninja AF101 Air Fryer
A real espresso machine under $120 — a listing-amenity line that earns bookings.
De'Longhi Stilosa Espresso Machine
Best for: Premium listings
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