Photos are the single biggest reason a guest clicks "request to book". You don't need a professional — just good light and a few habits.
1. Shoot in daylight
Open every curtain and shoot mid-morning. Natural light makes a space feel warm and honest; harsh lamps and flash make it feel like a budget motel.
2. Lead with your best room
Your first photo is your cover. Use the most impressive, brightest, most "I want to be there" shot — usually the living room or a view.
3. Tidy ruthlessly, then style lightly
Clear clutter, then add one or two human touches: fresh flowers, a made bed, a coffee cup on the balcony.
4. Show the whole story
Guests want to picture their stay: every bedroom, the kitchen, the bathroom, the outdoor space, and the view. Gaps create doubt.
5. Keep it real
Never over-edit. The best review you can get is "exactly like the photos." Publish your listing free at /create and drop your photos straight in.