How to Make Your Vacation Rental More Accessible with Lorraine Woodward

Send us a message! In this episode, we’re joined by Lorraine Woodward, CEO of Becoming rentABLE, to explore how property managers and hosts can make their vacation rentals more accessible without needing a full renovation or massive investment. Drawing from her lived experience navigating life with muscular dystrophy and raising two sons with the same condition, Lorraine shares practical, real-world advice for designing spaces that serve a broader range of guests. From small, low-cost additions to rethinking how properties are marketed, she breaks down what accessibility really means and why it matters now more than ever. We dive into: 1️⃣ Common myths and misconceptions about accessibility in short-term rentals 2️⃣ Simple updates that can make a big impact (and boost bookings) 3️⃣ The importance of inclusive language, photos, and listing descriptions 4️⃣ Insights from Becoming Rentable’s collaboration with Vrbo and Expedia 5️⃣ The long-term opportunity of serving the accessible travel market No matter the size of your portfolio, this episode will help you see your properties through a more inclusive lens and show you how small changes can make a big difference for guests who are too often left out of the travel experience. Connect with Lorraine: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorrainebwoodward/ Website: https://www.becomingrentable.com/ ✨ Exclusive Offer to Alex & Annie Listeners: Get a free market assessment from Track with 3 to 5 actionable insights tailored to your business. (valued at $400) You will meet one-on-one with an expert to help evaluate your market, identify opportunities, and build a strategy to help you stand out. 👉 https://calendly.com/dstephens-tnsinc Go live with Homes & Villas by Marriott Bonvoy by August 4, 2025, and receive Marriott Bonvoy Platinum Status for one year, 36000 bonus points, and a marketing feature on a Homes & Villas marketing channel after you launch: 👉 https://partners.homes-and-villas.marriott.com/s/event-property-managers-contact-us?ev=AApod25 Get a free Growth Hack Review and P&L Evaluation when you mention “Alex & Annie” during your discovery call with the Grand Welcome team: 👉 https://calendly.com/michelle-marquis-grandwelcome/30min #vacationrentals #shorttermrentals #inclusivetravel