Key takeaways
- Guests judge your listing on photos – coordinated, styled furniture directly affects bookings and nightly rate.
- Plan linen and towels for quick turnarounds: at least two to three full sets per bed.
- Safety kit (smoke and CO alarms, fire blanket, extinguisher, first aid kit) is essential.
- Contract-grade furniture stands up to frequent guest changeovers far better than retail furniture.
Why furnishing matters more in SA
In serviced accommodation, the furniture is the product. Guests choose your listing from the photos, judge it on comfort and leave reviews that decide your future bookings. Furniture also takes far more use than in a long let – a new guest every few nights, constant cleaning and luggage bumping into everything.
Use this checklist to make sure nothing is missed.
Bedroom
- Bed – double or king in the main bedroom; consider zip-and-link or twin options for flexibility
- Quality mattress plus a waterproof mattress protector
- Upholstered headboard
- Bedside tables and lamps on both sides, near sockets or USB charging
- Wardrobe or clothes rail with hangers
- Chest of drawers or luggage rack
- Full-length mirror
- Blackout curtains or blinds
Living and dining
- Sofa (a sofa bed adds sleeping space and increases your maximum guests)
- Accent chair
- Coffee table and side table
- TV unit and smart TV
- Dining table and chairs for the maximum number of guests
- Rug, floor lamp, artwork, cushions and a throw – the details that make photos stand out
- Desk space and fast Wi-Fi for business travellers
Kitchen
- Kettle, toaster and microwave
- Pans, baking tray, utensils and chopping board
- Crockery, glasses, mugs and cutlery – enough for the maximum guests, plus spares
- Wine glasses, corkscrew and bottle opener
- Tea towels, washing-up kit and bin
- Coffee machine – a small upgrade guests mention in reviews
Bathroom and linen
- Bath mat, bin, toothbrush holder, soap dish and toilet brush
- Hand towels, bath towels and bath sheets for each guest
- Hairdryer
- At least two to three full sets of bed linen and towels per bed, so one set can be washed while another is in use
Our SA guest essential pack, bathroom pack and bedding and linen pack cover these essentials.
Safety equipment
- Smoke alarms and carbon monoxide alarms
- Fire blanket in the kitchen
- Fire extinguisher
- First aid kit and a torch
- Upholstered furniture that meets the fire safety regulations
Our SA safety pack includes a fire blanket, two alarms, a first aid kit, a fire extinguisher and a torch for £119 + VAT. Your local fire authority and your booking platform may have further requirements – check them before you go live.
The extras that earn 5-star reviews
- A welcome pack with tea, coffee and something local
- Clear check-in instructions and a house guide
- Board games, streaming services and a Bluetooth speaker (see our entertainment pack)
- Spare phone chargers and an iron and ironing board
Furnishing it all in one go
Our serviced accommodation furniture packages start from £3,779 + VAT for the Classic collections and £4,569 + VAT for Premium, with Signature collections for high-end properties. We can furnish an SA property within 7 working days anywhere on the UK mainland, and our interior design service from £499 + VAT includes renders and a tailored inventory.
Frequently asked questions
How much does it cost to furnish serviced accommodation?
Our serviced accommodation furniture packages start from £3,779 + VAT for the Classic collections and £4,569 + VAT for Premium, including delivery and installation.
How many sets of linen does serviced accommodation need?
Plan at least two to three full sets of bed linen and towels per bed, so one set can be laundered while another is in use and you have a spare for emergencies.
What safety equipment does serviced accommodation need?
As a minimum, smoke and carbon monoxide alarms, a fire blanket, a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit, plus upholstered furniture that meets UK fire safety regulations. Check your local fire authority's guidance too.
How quickly can you furnish an SA property?
We can fully furnish a serviced accommodation property within 7 working days anywhere on the UK mainland, delivered and installed in a single day.
