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We own homes like yours. We’ll run yours the same way.

Full-service short-term rental management for 3+ bedroom homes across Dallas–Fort Worth and the surrounding lakes. Owner-operated, with a clear statement every month and nothing big spent without your OK.

8
Years as owners ourselves
4.9★
Average guest rating
24/7
Guest support
18%
Flat management fee
An owner handing over the keys to their property across a kitchen counter
Our story

We were the owner first.

Before we managed a single home for anyone else, we were the ones looking for a manager. We know what you’re weighing, because we weighed it too.

01

We bought homes and handed over the keys.

We own short-term rentals ourselves. Like most owners, we hired a property manager to run them for us.

02

Eight years as clients.

We saw what worked, and what didn’t. We learned what an owner really needs from a manager, and how it feels when those things are missing.

03

We run homes the way we wanted ours run.

So we started managing our own homes, and every little detail got our attention. Now we bring that same care to yours.

What we wanted as owners is how we work now:

  • A clear statement every month, with every dollar explained.
  • Nothing big spent on your home without your OK.
  • A home that’s inspected and photographed after every stay.
  • Your calendar, whenever you want to stay.

We treat every home like it’s ours. Some of them are.

Why owners choose Staylax

Run like a boutique hotel.

A premium home deserves more than a listing. It needs pricing, care and service that match the property.

Stronger nightly revenue

Rates adjust daily to demand, events and seasons, so your calendar fills at the right price.

Cleaning never touches your payout

Cleaning is paid by the guest at checkout, never deducted from your statement.

Guests who respect your home

Every guest is screened, every stay is inspected, and house rules are enforced.

See exactly how your home is doing

Every booking, every night and every dollar in one clear monthly view. Try the sample owner dashboard.

The right fit

Built for exceptional homes.

We keep our portfolio focused so every home gets real attention.

Three bedrooms and up

Spacious homes made for families and groups.

Standout amenities

A pool is ideal. A hot tub, waterfront, game room or cinema also gives guests something to remember.

A strong location

In a great area, a well-kept apartment or smaller home can work too. Send it over and we’ll run the numbers.

DFW and the surrounding lakes

Based in Dallas–Fort Worth, serving the surrounding cities and lake communities.

Approved for short-term rental

We confirm city and HOA rules before anything is signed.

Furnished, or ready to be

If it’s empty, we provide a room-by-room plan and budget. You own everything, and we take no cut of furnishing costs.

Full service

Everything from first booking to monthly payout.

One fee covers it all.

Listing & photography

Professional photos and listings on Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com and direct booking on staylaxhomes.com.

Dynamic pricing

Nightly rate and minimum stays tuned against real demand.

Guest communication

Around-the-clock messaging, guest screening and house rules enforced.

Cleaning & turns

Vetted cleaners, inspection photos every turn, linens restocked.

Smart locks & check-in

A unique code for every stay. No keys, no lockboxes.

Maintenance coordination

Trusted vendors, billed at vendor cost plus 5%.

Taxes & registration

Lodging tax filing, permits and short-term rental registration.

Damage & claims

Deposits collected and claims filed on your behalf.

Transparent pricing

Simple, published terms.

No hidden fees. No surprises.

Management fee

Flat 18% of gross booking revenue. We only earn when your home earns.

First two months

15% introductory rate while we build your listing and reviews.

Cleaning

Paid by the guest. Never deducted from your statement.

Setup / onboarding fee

None. Photography, listings, channel setup and smart lock are included.

Maintenance

Vendor cost plus 5%. You approve anything above an agreed threshold.

Reporting

Monthly. Nights booked, average rate, gross revenue, every expense and your net payout.

Owner stays

Free. Block your calendar anytime. It’s your home. You only pay the cleaning fee.

Cancellation

60 days’ written notice. No exit fee. Confirmed bookings are honored.

Onboarding

Live in about two weeks.

Day 1

Your monthly projection

Send us your property details and receive a written month-by-month earnings projection within 24 hours.

2–4

Walkthrough and review

We visit the home, confirm city and HOA rules, and share a short prep list.

5–10

Photos, listings, locks

Photo shoot, listings published, smart lock installed, vendors assigned, taxes registered.

14+

Live and optimized

First guests arrive. We build early five-star reviews and refine pricing weekly.

Free monthly projection

How much could your home make each month?

Share your address and within 24 hours we’ll send a free month-by-month projection: expected occupancy, nightly rates, monthly revenue, costs and what you take home. If the numbers don’t make sense, we’ll tell you.

Flat 18% management fee, with 15% for your first two months. Cleaning is paid by the guest. No setup fee.

We reply within 24 hours with your projection. Sent directly to Hosting@stay-lax.com.

FAQ

Questions owners ask

Do I have to furnish it myself?

If it’s already furnished, we can go live in about two weeks. If it’s empty, we’ll walk through it with you and provide a room-by-room plan and budget. You own everything, and we take no cut of furnishing costs.

What if my city or HOA doesn’t allow short-term rentals?

We review local ordinances, permits and deed restrictions before anything is signed. If short-term rental isn’t allowed, a mid-term option (30+ nights) for corporate and travel-nurse guests may still work. We’ll tell you which fits your property.

Who pays for damage?

We collect deposits or damage protection where the platform allows, photograph the home after every stay and file any claims. Repairs are billed at vendor cost plus 5%.

What kind of homes do you manage?

Mainly homes with three or more bedrooms and a standout amenity, ideally a pool. If you have a well-kept apartment or smaller home in a strong area, we’ll take it too. Send it over and we’ll run the numbers.

How do I end the agreement?

Give us 60 days’ written notice. There’s no exit fee, and confirmed bookings are honored.

Prefer to talk?

Book a 30-minute owner call.

No sales pressure. Just a working conversation about your property and what we’d do with it. You’ll work directly with the person who runs the portfolio.

Earnings projections are based on comparable properties and are not guarantees.