Layout Extra Linens

When hosting company, think beyond clean bedding—consider adding luxurious linens, comforters, blankets, and pillows to your guest bedroom. In addition to washing and perfecting the bedding, equip your guests’ living space with fresh hand towels, bath towels, and an extra set of bed linens. Not only do accidents happen (we all know red wine is notoriously difficult to remove!), but you never know if your company will insist on changing the sheets each night. By laying out extra linens and making the necessities readily available for your guests, they will be more inclined to get comfortable and feel as if they are at home.

Stock Up on Snacks

Everybody gets a case of the nighttime nibbles every once in a while, so it’s best advised to stock up on simple snack foods that your guests will enjoy. Prepare a miniature charcuterie board with a variety of sliced meats, cheeses, crackers, and nuts, and store it in the fridge to be taken out when the moment’s right. You can also stock fresh fruit, wrapped cookies, and bottles of water in your guest room so they can put together a nighttime snack without sneaking down to the kitchen. Having all of your company’s favorites already available will show how much thought you have put into their stay and how much you appreciate them coming to visit.

Expert Tip: Don’t forget to offer your guests a drink after a long day of travel; the list of options should include a variety of beer, wine, cocktails, water, and other non-alcoholic options!

Provide Plenty of Privacy

While you will likely want to spend a significant amount of time with your out-of-town company, most overnight guests appreciate a bit of privacy or alone time to relax and recoup. Ensure you have a designated space for all visitors to place their belongings, such as jackets, shoes, and suitcases, and clear off bathroom countertops to create an obvious place for toiletries. And above all else, understand that your guests are likely on vacation or away from home, so allow them some privacy to unwind, make necessary phone calls, and more while you’re sharing the same living space!

Keep It Clean

Don’t forget to deep clean your home prior to hosting company. If you don’t have time for a complete and thorough clean, focus on decluttering common spaces like the kitchen countertops, living room coffee tables, and bathroom vanities. Our experts at Margaret McHenry Maids, the choice for house cleaning in Wichita, recommend focusing on areas of your home that don’t usually get cleaned as often, such as vacuuming the sofa cushions, fluffing the pillows, and freshening up any indoor rugs. Once you’ve finished sprucing up your shared living spaces, light a fresh and uplifting candle!