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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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