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Episode 078 – What Should Your B&B Look Like on Day One?

🎉 A Launch Day Checklist for Your Bed and Breakfast

So the tools are down, the pillows are fluffed, and the kettle’s warming up—but is your bed and breakfast actually guest-ready?

In this episode of Mastering B&B Management, Gerry MacPherson shares the ultimate B&B launch day checklist, packed with practical tips, overlooked details, and personal touches that make your grand opening shine. If you’ve ever asked “what should my B&B have before opening?”, this episode is for you.

🎧 We cover everything from curb appeal and guest room essentials to back-of-house systems and communication tips—so your first guests leave smiling and reviewing.

📅 Timeline:

• [01:15] Front-of-house: signage, gardens, and parking
• [03:00] Entryway setup: from scent to smiles
• [04:45] Guest rooms: what they notice (and what they really don’t)
• [07:05] The breakfast area: it makes or breaks the review
• [09:10] Back-of-house: your organisational nerve centre
• [10:55] Communication systems that build guest trust
• [12:30] Launch-eve walk-through and final calming rituals
• [14:10] Five key takeaways + bonus resources

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👉 Mastering B&B Management: Comprehensive Guide to Starting, Running, & Growing Your Bed & Breakfast
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🏡 B&B Launch Day Checklist: What Your Bed and Breakfast Should Look Like on Day One | Ep. 078

Opening day is here—but is your B&B truly ready?

In this episode of Mastering B&B Management, we walk you through the ultimate bed and breakfast launch day checklist. From your garden path to your breakfast plates, we cover everything your guests will see, touch, and review. If you’ve ever searched “how to open a bed and breakfast” or “B&B setup checklist”, this is your launch day lifesaver.

🎯 Perfect for:

• First-time B&B owners
• Hosts preparing for launch
• Anyone wondering what should a B&B include to impress guests from the start?

🛎️ Timeline:
00:00 – Intro: The calm (and chaos) before the grand opening
01:15 – First impressions start at the front gate
03:00 – Entryway essentials for a warm welcome
04:45 – Guest room checklist: comfort + cleanliness
07:05 – Breakfast area setup: where your reputation is made
09:10 – Behind-the-scenes: back-of-house organisation
10:55 – Guest communication = five-star reviews
12:30 – Final walk-through: scent, signage, and serenity
14:10 – Key takeaways + course link

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👉 Mastering B&B Management: Comprehensive Guide to Starting, Running, & Growing Your Bed & Breakfast
https://courses.keystonehospitalitydevelopment.com/course/mastering-bb-management-comprehensive-guide-to-starting-running-and-growing-your-bed-breakfast

💬 What detail made your first B&B guests feel at home? Drop it in the comments!

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Episode 077 – How to Budget for B&B Renovations Without Losing Your Mind

🔨 Because no one plans to overspend—until they do.

In this episode of Mastering B&B Management, Gerry MacPherson pulls back the curtain on the real cost of starting a bed and breakfast. If you think you’ve budgeted for everything, think again. From sneaky permit fees to the emotional toll of endless DIY jobs, this episode shows you how to plan for the hidden costs of opening a B&B—and how to stay sane in the process.

🎧 Whether you’re Googling “how much does it cost to start a B&B?” or knee-deep in renovation dust, this episode will help you budget like a pro, protect your energy, and build a B&B that doesn’t bleed you dry.

🗂️ Timeline:

• [01:25] Renovation cost traps: what most people forget
• [03:50] Ongoing licensing and inspection expenses
• [06:35] Consumables, toiletries & guest amenities
• [09:00] Booking software, website tools, and automation
• [11:05] Mental and physical energy—how to budget for you
• [13:20] Five budgeting takeaways you’ll thank yourself for
• [15:00] Want a budget calculator? Grab it inside the course

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Download our full renovation budgeting toolkit, including a startup cost calculator and renovation prioritisation guide—available inside the Mastering B&B Management course. https://courses.keystonehospitalitydevelopment.com/course/mastering-bb-management-comprehensive-guide-to-starting-running-and-growing-your-bed-breakfast

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