Enjoy Your Property Without the Work
Premium vacation rental management across the Pacific Northwest & Northern California
Get a personalized revenue estimate and management strategy for your home.
No startup fees • No long-term contract 100% owner satisfaction
An Effortless Vacation Rental Management Experience
If we don’t achieve a 5-star review on a guest stay, we waive our management fee on that reservation.
Minimize Your Stress
Your home stays guest-ready. We handle standards, oversight, and issues before they become problems.
Serving Premium West Coast Markets
We’re now expanding our proven Seattle success to select properties in Marin County, Sonoma Valley, Napa Valley, and Bend, Oregon.
Not all vacation rental managers are created equally.
Managing a vacation rental on your own isn’t easy – but that’s why we’re here. We can earn you more from your home while looking after the details.
We were founded by two luxury hospitality executives and we’re bringing time-tested practices from some of the best hotels in the world to the vacation rental industry to help your home reach its maximum rental income potential and create raving fans of your property.
We’ll give you peace of mind, impressive returns and a flawlessly maintained vacation home – and it’s all backed by The Recreation Guarantee!

Hospitality Experts
We care deeply about one thing; creating outstanding experiences for our owners and our guests. We bring nearly three decades in hospitality to this space and our hard working team pulls it all together.
Protecting Your Investment
We’re property owners too so we understand how important it is to take care of your investment. From deep cleaning to managing repairs or handling any other issues with care and speed, our job is to maximize your return.
Flawless Cleaning & Maintenance
Our professional housekeepers ensure attention to detail that meets or exceeds the highest industry standards when cleaning and maintaining your property.
Property Marketing
We work with the top booking sites to list your property and get it noticed with professional photos, customized property descriptions and outstanding guest reviews.
Locally Focused
Whether it’s wine country charm, coastal luxury, mountain adventures, or urban sophistication, incorporating exclusive and local elements with the stay experience is how we create raving fans of your property.
24/7 Guest Support
Rest easy knowing you, your home and your guests have continuous support from our expert, local team. Preserve your quality of life and enjoy peace of mind that your home is well cared for.
See How Much Your Property Could Earn
Get a free, no-obligation income estimate in minutes. No startup fees. No long-term contract.
Personalized projection based on your home and market data.
What you get with Recreation Stays:

Attracting Business
- Listing on the best booking sites
- Digital marketing
- Professional photography
- 3D virtual home tours
- Customized listing details
- Driving direct & repeat bookings

Having Your Back
- Unlimited owner holds
- Custom reporting
- Guest screening and damage coverage
- Inspections and regular maintenance
- Local staff
- Assistance with taxes and permits

Handling the Details
- 24/7 guest service
- Professional cleaning & maintenance
- Vendor relationships
- Payment processing
- Monthly payouts

Expert Revenue Management
- Pro-level rate setting
- Market analysis
- Package creation
- Benchmark reporting
- Guest segmentation strategy

Insurance Solutions
- Partnership with Industry-leading short-term rental coverage provider
- Protection for property, liability, and income
- Exclusive access for Recreation Stays owners

Design for Performance (Optional)
- Smart, STR-optimized styling that boosts photos, reviews, and rates
- Moodboards, sourcing guides, and layout tips — no full-service fluff
- Affordable, fast-turnaround kits for owners who want to upgrade
- Not required, but highly recommended for homes that need visual refresh or flow improvements.

Linen Rental Program (Optional)
- Luxury hotel-quality bedding & towels
- No upfront investment—easy startup for new owners
- Hassle-free replacements & maintenance
All you have to do is give us the go ahead and we handle everything:
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We get it all set up for you
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We manage all the listings
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We set the rates
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We verify the guests
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We handle the cleaning
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We coordinate light maintenance
How Does Recreation Stays Choose New Properties to Manage?
We run a data-backed projection and condition review to ensure fit and performance potential. We can’t accept every home, but we’ll share clear next steps either way.
Our turnkey vacation rental management services feature no start up fee, no long term contract and is all backed by our Recreation Guarantee!
See how much you can earn in your first year with us!
See Us in the Press
Serving iconic destinations across the Pacific Northwest, California, and beyond:
Seattle • Whidbey Island • Snoqualmie Pass • Sedro Woolley • Concrete • Marin County • Sonoma County • Napa Valley • Bend • Frankfort • Philadelphia — and growing
Founder

Adam Knight
With 25+ years in luxury hotels and vacation rentals, Adam has led operations for brands like Fairmont and St. Regis and built high-performing hospitality businesses from the ground up. Today, he brings that same expertise to helping owners unlock maximum returns while delivering five-star guest experiences. He’s also the host of The Proven Principles Hospitality Podcast, where industry leaders share what works in modern hospitality, and was recently recognized as one of the Top 100 Most Powerful People in US Hospitality.