Onboarding Essentials

Our Onboarding Essentials: The Exact Products We Set Up in Every Home

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At 30A Beach Escapes, onboarding a new home means setting it up for five-star stays—every time. Below is our curated shopping list with the core products we install during onboarding: smart access, safety, bed & bath, kitchen kits, cleaning/laundry, guest-experience extras, and restock supplies.


Smart Access & Safety

Reliable entry and clear safety basics reduce calls and keep guests happy.

Required

Smart Deadbolt (Wi-Fi or Hub-Enabled)

Hands-off code management; works with cleaning windows and remote resets.

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Required

Lockbox (Backup Key)

Failsafe for maintenance and emergencies.

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Code Required

Smoke & CO Combo Detectors

Interconnected or app-enabled preferred for easy testing.

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Required

Fire Extinguisher (Kitchen-Rated)

Mount near kitchen and mechanical closets; label locations in your guide.

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Recommended

Noise Monitor (STR-Friendly)

Protects neighbors and your home; no audio recording—decibel only.

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Kitchen Setup

Stock once, then keep it consistent so re-orders are easy.

Full Kitchen Starter Kit

Utensils, measuring set, can opener, peeler, tongs, spatulas, whisk.

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Nonstick Pan Set + Sheet Pans

Durable, easy-clean pieces sized for family meals.

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Knife Block + Sharpener

Safer than loose knives; include a basic sharpener for housekeeper touch-ups.

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Coffee Station (Drip + Pods)

Duel-option brewers reduce complaints; add reusable gold filter.

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Glassware & Dinnerware (Service for 12+)

Chip-resistant plates, stackable glasses, stemless wine.

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Bedrooms & Baths

Hotel-level comfort = five-star reviews.

Standard

Mattress Protectors & Pillow Protectors

Waterproof, breathable, zipped pillow encasements for hygiene.

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Sheet Sets (White, 2× per bed)

Easy stain treatment; standardize per size for faster turns.

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Towel Bundles (Bath/Hand/Wash/Makeup)

Include dark makeup towels to save your whites.

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Hair Dryers (Wall-Mounted)

Reduces missing items and cord clutter.

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Blackout Curtains or Shades

Essential for bedrooms facing sunrise; cut complaints on sleep quality.

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Cleaning & Laundry

Housekeeper-friendly gear speeds turnovers and protects your investment.

Commercial Laundry Detergent + Oxi Booster

Standardize the chemicals to keep linens bright white.

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Microfiber Mop System + Replacement Heads

Faster than traditional mops; color-code by area if possible.

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Cordless Vacuum (STR-Durable)

Lightweight for stairs and quick turns; keep extra filters on hand.

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Laundry Hampers (Labeled)

Labeled “Linens,” “Towels,” “Rags” to streamline the process.

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Guest Experience Extras

Small touches = memorable stays and repeat bookings.

Welcome Basket Supplies

Water, local snacks, Grayton Beer coozies—restockable and on-brand.

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Beach Towels (Stripe, Quick-Dry)

Set of 8–12; hang hooks in garage/mudroom to reduce sand inside.

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Board Games & Deck of Cards

Keep a labeled bin so pieces don’t travel.

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First-Aid Kit (Labeled, Wall-Mounted)

Note location in your digital welcome guide.

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Maintenance & Restock Supplies

Standard SKUs make reorders one-click simple for your team.

Light Bulb Multipack (Soft White & Daylight)

Keep a labeled bin with sizes: A19, BR30, candelabra, etc.

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AAA/AA Batteries (Bulk)

For remotes, locks, and sensors; rotate on a schedule.

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Filter Sizes (HVAC, Fridge, Water)

List sizes in your unit-specific SOP for easy reorders.

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Label Maker + Tape

Label shelves, bins, and backups to “train” every new cleaner.

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How We Use This List During Onboarding

  1. We order everything with the same SKUs so inventory stays consistent across homes.
  2. We add locations to the Welcome Guide (fire extinguisher, first-aid, backup key).
  3. We label storage and set a re-stock cadence (light bulbs, batteries, detergents).

Questions about your setup? We love helping owners kit out their homes the right way from day one.