Learn the "Inns" & Outs of Hosting in Pittsburgh

Learn the "Inns" & Outs of Hosting

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Have you stayed as a guest through airbnb (or someplace else) and thought about becoming a host yourself? Want to learn the ins and outs of renting out rooms from someone who’s done it already?

I joined airbnb about 18 months ago after I quit my job and needed to make money. Since then, it’s grown from a way to make pocket money to a full-time job. While the business has grown organically, it was helped by hard work, targeted marketing, thoughtful collaborations, and keeping guests happy and operating costs low.

I’d like to invite you to spend a weekend at my bed & breakfast in Pittsburgh, recently named the Most Livable City in America. You’ll have time to sightsee—and time to learn the ropes about turning an extra room (or two) into your own mini-bed and breakfast.

Weekend includes a three-night (Friday, Saturday Sunday) stay in the Palace Garden room (air conditioned guestroom with private bath), welcome basket upon check-in, complimentary tickets for up to three area attractions, gift certificate to dinner at an area restaurant, continental breakfast daily, and a workshop session Saturday and Sunday morning that’s customized to your own needs and expectations.

Workshop topics include:

- assessing your compatibility as a prospective “innkeeper”
- the pluses and minuses of having this kind of home-based business
- anatomy of a guest room – the good, better, and best of a room and its amenities
- shopping on a shoestring – from the coffee in the morning to the mints on the
pillow at night
- marketing & promotion
- useful partnerships & alliances
- cleaning & housekeeping
- guests, customer service, and the diplomacy of innkeeping

This special training opportunity will be offered select weekends in September, October, and November, 2010 for $149/night, single or double occupancy. Hope to see you soon!

Details
Room type:Private room
Bed type:Real Bed
Accommodates:2
Bedrooms:1
Bathrooms:1
Extra people:No Charge
Minimum Stay:3 nights
Neighborhood:Central Lawrenceville
Size:175ft² / 16m²
Cancellation:Strict
Pet Owner:yes cat(s)

Smoking Allowed
Pets Allowed
TV
Cable TV
Internet
Wireless Internet
Air Conditioning
Heating

Elevator in Building
Handicap Accessible
Pool
Kitchen
Parking Included
Washer / Dryer
Doorman
Gym

Hot Tub
Indoor Fireplace
Buzzer/Wireless Intercom
Breakfast
Family/Kid Friendly

- sorry, no pets allowed due to in-house cat

Eric

We stayed at Briarwood for a few days in September 2010 and it was great. Julie is very warm and interesting to talk with and had lots of great advise and knowledge about the area. The room was very large, very quiet, comfortable and clean and had everything we needed. The bathroom down the hall was no problem, and the private kitchen area was well stocked for breakfast. The house was very easy to find, close to the Penn Avenue or Butler bus stops, and we really appreciated the peace and privacy, and Julie's hospitality. We will definitely stay here again on our next visit to Pittsburgh.
Anis

The place is really good. I needed to go to CMU and bus was around 5 minutes walk from the house. Julia is very friendly and tries to help in anyway possible. Highly recomeded!
Stefan

It's absoluty great to stay at Julie's. I was there the first two days being in Pittsburgh. She was a great help to get along and a very nice and interesting person to talk to. He house is beautiful, the rooms are clean and awesome! Great start for me, highly recommendable for everybody!
Ginger

What a great place! It is comfy & cozy & very conveniently located. Julie is a fantastic hostess. The breakfast was more than plentiful, and she makes a great effort to tailor the offerings to your specific preferences. SUPER CLEAN. Loved it.
Amir

Julie is a very nice and welcoming host, helped me to get oriented in Pittsburgh, bus time tables, sights to see, etc. the house itself is only 15 minutes of bus ride to downtown Pittsburgh, and bus schedule is quit frequent, every 20 minutes or so . the room where i stayed in was the geranium room, which was very big and comfortable, the kitchen was quit convenient, and the groceries for breakfast were fine, although don't expect a hotel standard breakfast. Overall I recommend this place, its definitely worth the cost.
Jillian

Staying at Briarwood Manor was great. Julie was more then accommodating. The best overnight stay I have ever had. I was there for a week and Julie even let us know about free concerts and movie nights. I would stay there again if I was ever in the area.
Mazyar

Very friendly, relaxed and clean environment. Julie is a great host, and the quality really shows - highly recommended for stays while in Pittsburgh
Dana

Julie's place is wonderful. I never want to stay in a hotel again! She is sweet and extremely helpful and answered our many questions about Pittsburgh. Julie provided us with great breakfast options and even made the bed while we were out. Her b&b is very clean, neat and quaint. It's in a great area that made it easy to see the rest of the city. Bus routes are nearby to downtown and the north side. She also gave us great tips about the neighborhood and printed us a voucher for the Mattress Factory. If we ever need to stay in the city again it will definitely be with Julie.
Grace

My husband and I highly recommend staying with Julie! The Palace Garden room was clean, cute and comfortable! Julie was very helpful with restaurant recommendations, directions and other information. Thanks Julie for all your hospitality!
Jude

We definitely recommend Julie's BnB. We stayed in the Morocco Suite and it was just as described in her ad and by the other reviewers here - comfortable, clean, private, and lots of space. Julie is an excellent hostess and made every effort to make sure we had what we needed during our stay. We've made many trips to Pittsburgh over the last few years and stayed in a variety of hotels - wish we had discovered this option sooner!

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Brian

I've know n Julie for 24 years. Julie has a wonderful house and a sparkling personality. She is very knowledgable about the area and willing to help out in any way she can.
Sandy

The room is large and airy with the convenience of a kitchen area located on your own floor and a private bath. Also clean and bright The house is close to public transportation and a grocery store.
Adam

Having stayed at Briarwood Manor on numerous occasions, I can fully attest to the comfort and cleanliness of the accomodations. Julie is a relaxed and easygoing host who does an excellent job of providing a suitable environment for the prospective student, the business traveler and/or the weekend explorer. I highly recommend her for anyone in need of acccomodation in Pittsburgh!
Tim

Nice clean, sunny room like being home! close to the city of Pittsburgh and bus line would stay again, T.B., Carmel,Calfi.
Amy

Julie has the experience of living in Pittsburgh and loving every corner of the city. She can share this insight to any guest and pass along many "little knowns" about the area. Julie's quick wit and approachable nature will make every guest feel at ease and want to return to the 'burg!
Steve

Absolutely. Julie is the consumate hostess and will take the steps necessary to ensure an enjoyable stay. Plus location of her place makes ideal for vacationers, students and their families, or just someone who is looking for a great place to stay while in Pittsburgh