Category: Running a B&B
Meet the Owner: The Claiborne House B&B
In part one of our new Meet the Owner series, we talk to Shellie from The Claiborne House Bed and Breakfast in beautiful Rocky Mount, Virginia, close to the Blue Ridge Parkway.
How To Make Your Own Vegetarian Sausages
Impress your vegetarian guests with these quick and easy homemade veggie sausages provided by Sue Porter of Meadowcroft Bed and Breakfast. They are guaranteed to go down a treat!
How to Source and Buy Local Produce for Your B&B
Buying and eating local has many benefits but, when running a B&B where it is important to keep everyday expenditure to a minimum, mass-produced supermarket goods often win out over local produce as it is often cheaper. Buying and eating local in your B&B can be done on a budget, however. We asked Sue Porter, owner of Meadowcroft Bed and Breakfast, for her top tips.
The Importance of ‘Me Time’
Opening your house to visitors can often mean the line between work and leisure becomes blurred and B&B hosts can really struggle to find time to relax. To make sure you don’t burn out, take a look at our advice on the importance of making time for yourself as well as some handy tips and tricks for working that much needed me time into even the most hectic of schedules.
The Pros and Cons of Owning a B&B
Thinking about starting a bed and breakfast? Susan Poole, the B&B Coach, shares her expert advice on the pros and cowns of owning a bed and breakfast to help you decide if it’s for you.
How to Stop Your Guests from Driving You Crazy
In time, everyday interaction with guests can start to grate on even the most positive among us. These simple methods should help you work out a way to manage your business without letting your guests drive you crazy!
How To Deal with Refunds
Refunding is one of the main causes of disputes between B&Bs and guests. When it comes to refunds, there is one key point to remember – be clear on policy!
10 Tips and Tricks for Cleaning a B&B
Cleaning your bed and breakfast can seem like a daunting task sometimes, so here are 10 practical tips and cleaning tips to help you get the job done!
Travellers with Disabilities – An Untapped B&B Market
Why should B&Bs take the time and money to improve accessibility? These 5 reasons show why we should sit and up take notice of the huge disabled travel market.
