What do you need to furnish an Airbnb? A complete checklist.
To furnish an Airbnb you need seven groups of items: beds and linen, living and dining furniture, a working kitchen, laundry and cleaning gear, safety items, family items and styling. A Packs Co Guest Ready pack covers all seven from $14,500 plus GST.
By Packs Co. Last updated 16 November 2026. All prices are in Australian dollars and exclude GST unless marked.
Style reference1. Beds and linen
- A queen bed and pocket spring mattress in every bedroom
- A sofa bed in the lounge, so a 2 bedroom sleeps up to 6
- Two full linen sets per bed, so a clean set is ready at every turnover
- Four pillows per queen bed, each with a protector
- A mattress protector and a quilt on every bed
2. Living and dining
- Sofa, coffee table and TV unit
- A 55 inch smart TV
- Dining table with a chair for every guest the bedrooms sleep
3. Kitchen
- Fridge and microwave
- Coffee machine, kettle and toaster
- Cookware, dinner sets, cutlery, glassware and mugs
- Utensils, knife block, colander, mixing bowls and a baking tray
4. Laundry and cleaning
- Front load washer and a clothes airer
- Stick vacuum, mop, bucket and broom
- Iron, ironing board and hangers
- Two towel sets per guest, bath mats and tea towels
5. Safety
- Fire extinguisher and fire blanket
- First aid kit
- Key safe for self check in
Rules for short term rentals differ by state, council and building. Check your local registration rules and your by-laws before you list.
6. Family items
- Portacot
- High chair
7. Styling
- Rug, floor lamp, mirror and wall art in the lounge
- Bedside lamps and art in every bedroom
- Cushions and a throw
Styling is what your listing photos show first. A pack is styled and ready for your photographer on handover.
The quantities people get wrong
- Linen: two sets per bed, not one
- Towels: two sets per guest
- Pillows: four per queen bed
- Dining chairs: one per guest
Common questions
Can you furnish an Airbnb or short term rental?
Yes. The Guest Ready pack is built for short term rentals, with a sofa bed for extra guests, two linen sets per bed for turnovers, and the safety items guests and platforms expect.
How many guests does a pack sleep?
A 2 bedroom pack sleeps up to 6 and a 3 bedroom pack sleeps up to 8, using queen beds plus a sofa bed in the lounge.
How fast can you furnish a property?
In stock packs in our metro delivery zones are delivered and set up 48 to 72 hours after cleared payment, with building access booked. We confirm your date in writing before you pay.