Vacation Rental Turnover — Free Template

Cleaner / turnover staff name

Departing guest reference (booking code, last name, or date)

Next guest check-in date

Next guest check-in time

Arrival time, if known — drives the turnaround deadline.

Hot tub on property?

Pool on property?

Outdoor grill, fire pit, or BBQ area?

Smart lock or keypad access (vs physical keys)?

Exterior lighting functional (test all entry/path lights)?

Front door, frame, and threshold clean?

Welcome mat clean / replaced?

Trash and recycling bins emptied; bins clean?

Photo of front entry — as the next guest will see it

All horizontal surfaces dusted (tables, shelves, mantel, electronics)?

Couches, chairs, and cushions reset; throws folded?

TV, remotes, streaming devices in place and powered on (or correctly off)?

Books, board games, and decor items returned to their proper places?

Windows clean; blinds/curtains in position?

Photo of main living area — staged for next guest

Sink scrubbed; drain free of debris; no smell?

Dishwasher emptied; all dishes clean and put away?

Refrigerator interior wiped down; no expired food left from previous guest?

Remove any opened condiments, leftovers, or guest-purchased perishables.

Oven and microwave interior clean (including turntable and stovetop drip rings)?

Coffee maker / kettle clean and reset (filter changed, water emptied)?

Floor mopped, including under high chairs / under counter overhangs?

Trash emptied; new liner in place; bin wiped?

Dishtowels, oven mitts, sponges replaced with clean ones?

Photo of kitchen — overall after turnover

Pillows fluffed; throw pillows arranged; spare blankets folded?

Nightstands, dressers, and headboards dusted?

Closets and drawers empty (no guest items left behind)?

Lamps tested; bulbs functional?

Floors vacuumed (including under beds)?

Windows / blinds dusted; curtains hung correctly?

Photo of primary bedroom — staged

Shower / tub deep-cleaned including grout, drain, glass / curtain?

Sink, faucet, and counter scrubbed; mirror streak-free?

Floor mopped; hair and debris removed?

Fresh towels (bath, hand, washcloth) for next guest count?

Toilet paper stocked (≥3 rolls); spare in plain view?

Hand soap, shampoo, conditioner, body wash refilled to ≥50% or replaced?

Trash emptied; new liner; bin clean?

Photo of primary bathroom — staged

Chemicals balanced (pH, sanitizer level) — test strip used?

Target: pH 7.2–7.8; chlorine 3–5 ppm or bromine 3–5 ppm.

Cover clean, secure, and locking mechanism functional?

Steps, surround, and towels nearby clean and ready?

Photo of hot tub area

Chemical levels checked (chlorine, pH) — test kit/strip used?

Pool deck and surround clean; furniture arranged; towels stocked?

Safety equipment in place (life ring, shepherd's hook if required by jurisdiction)?Critical

Photo of pool area

Propane tank checked — has fuel for typical stay?

Mark N/A for charcoal grills.

Fire pit / fire bowl cleaned; ash disposed of?

Outdoor furniture wiped down, cushions arranged or covered?

Outdoor lighting functional?

Photo of outdoor / patio area

Old guest access code disabled?Critical

New guest access code programmed and tested at door?Critical

Wi-Fi network confirmed working; password card in plain view?

Toilet paper: ≥3 rolls per bathroom?

Dish soap, hand soap, and dishwasher pods stocked?

Coffee / tea / sugar / creamer (per host standard) stocked?

Garbage bags + recycling bags in cupboard?

Welcome amenities placed (welcome card, snacks/wine if provided)?

Describe damage observed (item, location, severity)

Photo of damage (if any)

Maintenance items observed that need owner attention (non-damage)?

Lights burned out, leaking faucet, sticky lock, appliance odd noises, etc.

Describe maintenance items

Lost-and-found items collected?

Lost-and-found description + where stored

Cleaner sign-off

Type your full name to confirm the turnover is complete and the property is ready for the next guest.