It is usually the first question an owner asks, and the honest answer is a range. Most full-service vacation rental managers in Florida charge a percentage of your booking revenue, and that percentage typically lands between 15% and 40%, with the great majority sitting in the 20%–35% band. Where you fall depends on the property, the market, and how much the manager actually handles.
What drives where you land in that range
A few things move the number: the size and value of the home, the market and its seasonality, how many bookings the property turns over, and the scope of service. A hands-off, full-service arrangement that covers guest communication, cleaning coordination, pricing, and maintenance sits higher than a bare listing-only service that leaves most of the work to you.
What a full-service fee should cover
Before comparing percentages, make sure you are comparing the same scope. A genuine full-service fee in Florida should include:
- Listing and channel management across Airbnb, Vrbo, and Booking.com
- Dynamic pricing tuned to seasonality, demand, and local events
- Guest communication from inquiry through checkout
- Cleaning and turnover coordination, restocking, and inspections
- Maintenance oversight and vendor dispatch
- Clear owner reporting
Watch the all-in cost, not just the headline rate
The published percentage is only part of the picture. Some companies advertise a low rate and then layer on extras: setup or onboarding fees, vacancy fees, owner-stay cleaning charges, amenity and restocking markups, and early-termination penalties. A 20% fee with several add-ons can cost more than a 28% fee that includes everything.
Why a percentage usually beats a flat fee
A revenue-based percentage keeps incentives aligned: the manager only earns more when your home earns more. Flat monthly fees get paid whether the calendar is full or empty, which can quietly work against you in the slow season.
What we charge
We keep pricing simple and tailored to the property rather than a one-size headline rate, and we walk you through the exact number, and what it includes, on a free property review. No setup games, no surprise add-ons.
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About Martindale Hospitality
Martindale Hospitality Management
Martindale Hospitality Management is a boutique, owner-led vacation rental management company serving Florida owners, built on clear communication, well-run homes, and a better experience for both owners and guests.