Professional Short-Term Rental Websites Built for Serious Operators
CraftedStays helps serious hosts create guest-first websites that showcase your properties beautifully, convert more bookings, and build your professional brand.
The Importance of a Professional Short-Term Rental Website
In today’s competitive market, a professional website is essential for building a sustainable short-term rental business.
Build a Sustainable STR Business
Establish your professional brand identity, create a foundation for direct marketing, and reduce dependency on third-party platforms for long-term growth and stability.
Deliver a Superior Guest Experience
Showcase your properties in their best light, create a seamless booking experience, and build trust through professional presentation that reflects the quality of your hospitality.
Maximize Your Revenue Potential
Capture direct bookings without platform fees, implement your own pricing and policies, and create special offers and packages tailored to your specific market.
See What Your Vacation Rental Website Could Look Like
Professional websites designed specifically for vacation rental properties.
Professional Templates
Beautiful, conversion-optimized designs that showcase your vacation rentals at their best.
Destination Guides
Showcase local attractions, restaurants, and activities to help guests plan their perfect stay.
Booking Analytics
Track performance and understand your guests' booking patterns to optimize conversion rates.
The CraftedStays Difference: Short-Term Rental Websites Built for Results
Unlike generic website builders or WordPress solutions, CraftedStays is purpose-built for short-term rental success.
Professional Design Templates
Seamless PMS Integration
Real-time availability and pricing sync with all major property management systems including Hostfully, OwnerRez, and Hospitable.
Advanced Booking Engine
Interactive calendars, secure checkout, guest communications, and flexible pricing tools all built-in and ready to convert visitors.
Purpose-Built Platform
Unlike WordPress sites, our platform is specifically designed for short-term rentals with no plugin conflicts, security vulnerabilities, or technical maintenance.
Mobile Optimization
With over 50% of bookings happening on mobile devices, our websites deliver a seamless experience on smartphones and tablets.
Customizable to Your Brand
Make your website truly yours with flexible templates, custom sections, and complete control over your brand presentation.
How to Launch Your Short-Term Rental Website
Get up and running in minutes, not months. Our streamlined process makes launching your professional website fast and simple.
Connect Your PMS
One-click integration with your existing system. Import all property details automatically with no duplicate data entry.
Customize Your Design
Select from conversion-optimized templates. Add your brand colors, logo, and content to make it your own.
Launch and Convert
Publish your site in minutes, not months. Built-in SEO tools help you get found and start capturing direct bookings immediately.
35%
Average Conversion Rate Increase
25 min
Average Setup Time
40%
Direct Booking Success Rate for New Properties
27%
Average Marketing Cost Reduction
Success Stories: Real Results from Direct Booking Websites
See how real operators like you are succeeding with CraftedStays.
OC Adventure Stays
“Before CraftedStays, we were hosting on our PMS’s booking pages with extremely limited customization and poor conversion rates. Guests would find us online but abandon the booking process. After switching to CraftedStays, we launched a fully branded site with proper SEO optimization.”
Results:
75%
3 Days
35%
Boutique Host Launch
First-time host achieves remarkable direct booking rate
“As a first-time host launching my short-term rental business, I knew I wanted to start with a professional direct booking website from day one. CraftedStays made it incredibly easy to set up a beautiful, conversion-focused site that integrated perfectly with my PMS.”
Results:
40%
15 min
28%
Who CraftedStays Direct Booking Websites Are For
Whether you have one property or hundreds, we have solutions designed for your business.
Independent Hosts
Independent Hosts (1-10 Properties)
Create a professional online presence without technical expertise. Launch in 15 minutes or less with our easy-to-use platform. Get all the features you need at an affordable price.
- Professional website without technical skills
- Fast setup with PMS integration
- Mobile-optimized booking experience
- SEO-friendly structure to get found online
Professional Managers (10-50 Properties)
Scale your direct booking strategy with a platform that grows with you. Maintain consistent branding across your portfolio and leverage advanced marketing tools.
- Consistent brand experience across your portfolio
- Advanced property filtering and search
- Detailed analytics and conversion tracking
- Custom templates and sections
Professional Managers
Enterprise Brands
Enterprise Brands (50+ Properties)
Build a powerful direct booking engine for your large-scale operation. Get white-glove implementation, custom templates, and enterprise-grade features.
- Scalable platform that grows with your business
- White-glove implementation and custom templates
- Advanced analytics and marketing integrations
- Dedicated support for your team
Why Choose CraftedStays Instead of...
See how we compare to alternative solutions for your direct booking website.
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Feature
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CraftedStays
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WordPress Solutions
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PMS Website Builders
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Custom Agency Builds
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Setup Time
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15 minutes
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2-4 weeks
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1-2 days
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2-3 months
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Mobile-First Design
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✓
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Varies
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Limited
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✓
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PMS Integration
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Deep Integration
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Via Plugins
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Built-in
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Custom Built
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Ongoing Maintenance
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Included
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Additional Cost
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Included
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Additional Cost
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Technical Expertise Required
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None
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Moderate
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None
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None
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SEO Optimization
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Built-in
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Requires Plugins
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Limited
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Custom
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Security & Updates
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Automatic
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Manual/Plugin
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Automatic
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Additional Cost
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Upfront Cost
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$0
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$500-2,000
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$0
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$5,000-10,000+
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Ongoing Cost
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starting at $89.99/mo
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starting at $30-100/mo
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starting at $0-40/mo
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starting at $100-300/mo
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Key Features of CraftedStays Short-Term Rental Websites
Everything you need to showcase your properties and convert more bookings.
Property Showcase Tools
High-quality photo galleries, virtual tours, and detailed amenity listings that showcase your properties at their best.
Booking Engine & Availability Calendar
Real-time availability display, seamless booking process, and secure payment processing that drives conversions.
Guest Communication Tools
Works with your existing PMS. Automated confirmation emails, pre-arrival information, and post-stay follow-up that enhances the guest experience.
Professional Design Templates
Conversion-optimized layouts, customizable to match your brand, and mobile-responsive for all devices.
Guest Communication Tools
Create your own area guides, local recommendations, maps, and proximity highlights that help guests visualize their stay.
SEO Optimization for Vacation Rentals
Location-based keyword optimization, seasonal content strategies, and local attraction linkages to improve visibility.
Simple, Transparent Pricing
Choose the plan that's right for your business.
Self Service Plan
$89.99/month for first 2 properties
+$8/month for each additional property
- Easy-to-use website builder
- PMS integrated
- Mobile-first design
- SEO-friendly structure
- Optimized for direct bookings
- Secure & fast hosting
- Easy-to-use website builder
Custom Plan
Custom/based on your needs
See detailed pricing options below
- Tailored website design
- Advanced booking optimizations
- Lead capture & email marketing
- Retargeting & ad setup
- White glove onboarding
- Custom filter & collections
- Analytics & tracking setup
Enterprise Pricing
$140/month base (includes 10 properties)
Volume discounts for larger portfolios
- 11-39 properties: $5.00 per property
- 40-79 properties: $4.50 per property
- 80-119 properties: $3.80 per property
- 120+ properties: Tiered discounts
- Annual commitment
- Custom onboarding packages available
Custom Onboarding Solutions
For businesses that need extra help setting up their direct booking website, we offer white-glove onboarding packages:
Starter Suite
Starting at
$1,500/one-time
Essential setup, effortless launch
- White Glove Onboarding
- PMS API integration
- Adding basic scripts provided by client
- Minor changes to existing templates
- Additional Page Setup
Growth Suite
Starting at
$4,000/one-time
Advanced features, more bookings
- Everything in Starter Suite
- Custom template with up to 6 custom sections
- Integrated forms
- Advanced Property Grouping
- Optimized on-page technical SEO
- Blog support (coming soon)
Enterprise Suite
Starting at
$6,000/one-time
Advanced features, more bookings
- Everything in Growth Suite
- Custom template with up to 12 custom sections
- Full analytics setup with GA4 eCommerce tracking
- FB Ads Configuration
- Brand guidelines package
- Blog support (coming soon)
Frequently Asked Questions About Short-Term Rental Websites
Get answers to common questions about CraftedStays and short-term rental websites.
How long does it take to set up a direct booking website?
With CraftedStays, you can launch your direct booking website in as little as 15 minutes. Our platform automates the import of your property details from your PMS, so there’s no manual data entry required. Simply connect your PMS, customize your template, and publish your site.
Which property management systems do you integrate with?
CraftedStays integrates with all major property management systems including Hostfully, OwnerRez, Hospitable, Guesty, and Hostaway. Our deep integrations ensure real-time syncing of availability, pricing, and property details.
Do I need technical skills to use CraftedStays?
No technical skills are required. Our platform is designed to be user-friendly and intuitive. If you can use basic web tools, you can create and manage your CraftedStays website. For those who want additional customization or support, we offer white-glove onboarding packages.
How does CraftedStays compare to WordPress websites?
Unlike WordPress solutions that require plugins, updates, and technical maintenance, CraftedStays is a purpose-built platform specifically designed for short-term rental operators. We handle all the technical aspects, security updates, and platform improvements automatically. This means no plugin conflicts, faster load times, and a more reliable website.
Can I use my own domain name?
Yes, you can connect your own custom domain to your CraftedStays website. We provide simple instructions for pointing your domain to your site, or our team can assist you with the setup process.
How do bookings work on my direct booking website?
Bookings made on your CraftedStays website flow directly into your connected property management system. We handle the entire booking process including availability checks, secure payment processing, and guest communication, all while maintaining your brand experience throughout.
Will my website work well on mobile devices?
Absolutely. CraftedStays websites are built with a mobile-first approach, ensuring a seamless experience on smartphones and tablets. With over 50% of bookings happening on mobile devices, our platform is optimized for conversion on smaller screens.
How does CraftedStays help with SEO?
Absolutely. CraftedStays websites are built with a mobile-first approach, ensuring a seamless experience on smartphones and tablets. With over 50% of bookings happening on mobile devices, our platform is optimized for conversion on smaller screens.
Do I need to stop using OTAs like Airbnb?
Not at all. Most of our customers use a mixed strategy of OTAs and direct bookings. Your CraftedStays website complements your OTA listings by giving you a channel you fully control. You can use OTAs for discovery and then encourage repeat guests to book directly on your website for future stays.
Is there a contract or commitment?
Our Self Service Plan is month-to-month with no long-term commitment required. Enterprise plans typically include an annual commitment to secure volume discounts. Custom onboarding packages are one-time fees to set up your website.
What kind of support do you offer?
All CraftedStays customers receive access to our support team, knowledge base, and regular platform updates. Enterprise customers and those with custom onboarding packages receive additional dedicated support.
Can I add my own tracking codes and analytics?
Yes, CraftedStays supports custom tracking codes including Google Analytics, Facebook Pixel, and other marketing tags. Our Growth and Enterprise onboarding packages include professional setup of these tracking tools.