What does it take to turn a 10,000-square-foot building into a thriving short-term rental that can host up to 42 guests? For Andrew Llewellyn, the answer included grit, rejection, and relentless problem-solving.In this episode, Sarah and Annette sit down with Andrew to hear how he went from running ice cream shops and a food truck to becoming a real estate developer along Kentucky’s Bourbon Trail. Andrew shares how he convinced a bank to back his vision (after 40 rejections), why he leans on parent-child listings to maximize occupancy, and the systems his team uses to pull off back-to-back turnovers for massive groups.You’ll learn:<ul><li>How Andrew pivoted from muffins to multi-unit rentals during COVID.</li><li>Why defining your ideal guest avatar matters for large group stays.</li><li>How to set up parent-child listings that increase revenue and flexibility.</li><li>What it takes to build cleaning systems that can handle 42-guest turnovers.</li><li>Why direct bookings and SEO fuel long-term sustainability.</li><li>Andrew’s hard-won advice for dealing with city regulations and securing financing.</li></ul> This conversation is packed with inspiration and actionable strategies—whether you host a one-bedroom cottage or are dreaming about your own large-scale project.Resources:<a href="https://hello.pricelabs.co/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">PriceLabs</a> – Dynamic pricing software that automatically adjusts your rates based on real-time demand. <a href="https://superstaysstr.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">SuperStay STR</a> – Andrew’s direct booking site for large group stays in Louisville, Kentucky.Mentioned in this episode:<a href="https://thanksforvisiting.captivate.fm/minoan">Minoan | Visit MinoanExperience.com and tell them TFV sent you!</a>

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