Short Term Rental
Management

Surge offers local full service vacation rental management for busy vacation rental owners and Airbnb hosts in Boulder City, Nevada

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Boulder City, Nevada Short Term Rental Overview

Airbnb Market
Boulder City, Nevada presents an exceptional short-term rental investment opportunity driven by its unique position as the gateway to Lake Mead National Recreation Area and its proximity to Las Vegas, creating consistent year-round demand from tourists seeking both outdoor recreation and gaming alternatives. Property owners can capitalize on average daily rates 15-20% higher than comparable Nevada markets due to Boulder City's limited hotel inventory and strict development regulations that restrict new hospitality construction, effectively creating a supply-constrained environment favoring private accommodations. The market demonstrates strong occupancy rates averaging 70-75% annually, with peak summer months reaching 85-90% occupancy as visitors flock to Lake Mead for boating, fishing, and water sports, while winter months maintain steady 60-65% occupancy from Las Vegas overflow guests and outdoor enthusiasts enjoying mild desert weather. Revenue potential is further enhanced by Boulder City's strategic location just 30 minutes from the Las Vegas Strip, allowing property owners to capture premium pricing from guests seeking quieter accommodations while maintaining easy access to entertainment districts, resulting in average annual gross revenues of $45,000-$65,000 for well-positioned two-to-three bedroom properties, significantly outperforming traditional long-term rental yields in the region.
Short Term Rental Regulations
Boulder City, Nevada maintains strict short-term rental regulations that require property owners to navigate a complex web of municipal permits, zoning compliance requirements, and ongoing regulatory obligations that can change without notice, creating significant legal and financial risks for non-compliant operators who may face hefty fines, forced closure, or legal action. The city's permitting process involves multiple departments, specific occupancy limits, parking requirements, noise ordinances, and tax collection responsibilities that can overwhelm property owners unfamiliar with the intricate local laws and their frequent updates. However, partnering with a professional short-term rental management service eliminates these compliance risks entirely, as experienced managers handle all aspects of licensing, permit renewals, tax collection and remittance, zoning verification, and ongoing regulatory monitoring, ensuring your property remains fully compliant while you enjoy worry-free rental income without the stress of navigating Boulder City's evolving legal landscape.
Occupancy Rates
Boulder City, Nevada experiences distinct seasonal patterns with peak occupancy rates occurring during spring (March-May) and fall (September-November) when temperatures are mild and outdoor activities like hiking, boating on Lake Mead, and exploring Hoover Dam are most comfortable, while summer months see reduced demand due to extreme desert heat exceeding 110°F that deters many tourists from outdoor recreation. Winter months represent the shoulder season with moderate occupancy as some visitors seek warmer weather than northern climates but cooler conditions than peak summer, creating opportunities for strategic pricing adjustments. Professional revenue management becomes crucial in this market as hosts must implement dynamic pricing strategies that capitalize on peak season demand by raising rates during spring break periods, fall festivals, and major events while offering competitive pricing during slower summer and winter months to maintain occupancy and cash flow. Effective revenue management requires real-time market analysis, competitor monitoring, and automated pricing tools that can adjust rates based on local events, weather patterns, and booking lead times to optimize both occupancy rates and average daily rates throughout Boulder City's pronounced seasonal cycles.
Vacation Rental Management
Managing a vacation rental in Boulder City, Nevada presents unique operational challenges that can quickly overwhelm property owners seeking truly passive income. The city's proximity to Lake Mead and Hoover Dam creates intense seasonal demand fluctuations, requiring rapid guest turnover coordination between hiking groups, families visiting the dam, and boaters who often arrive with sandy, wet gear that demands immediate deep cleaning and maintenance attention. The desert climate wreaks havoc on HVAC systems, pool equipment, and outdoor furniture, while guests frequently need 24/7 assistance with everything from air conditioning failures during 115°F summer days to navigation help for Lake Mead's changing water levels and access points. Boulder City's small-town infrastructure means limited availability of emergency repair services, housekeeping staff, and same-day supply deliveries, making it nearly impossible for remote owners to maintain the lightning-fast response times that today's vacation rental guests expect. Without professional property management handling the intricate dance of coordinating cleaners, maintenance crews, guest communications, and emergency responses, even minor issues like a broken pool pump or confused guest can cascade into negative reviews that devastate your property's ranking in this highly competitive market where travelers have dozens of Lake Mead area options at their fingertips.
Attractions and Amenities
Boulder City, Nevada's tourism centers around four major attractions that create specific accommodation needs: the Hoover Dam (one of America's most visited engineering marvels), Lake Mead National Recreation Area (the largest reservoir in the US), the historic Boulder City downtown district with its unique 1930s architecture and antique shops, and the nearby Desert Princess riverboat cruises. To maximize revenue, properties must cater to these attractions by offering early morning departure accommodations for Hoover Dam tours (including grab-and-go breakfast options and 24-hour front desk service), water recreation amenities for Lake Mead visitors (such as boat trailer parking, gear storage, fish cleaning stations, and poolside areas for post-lake relaxation), comfortable spaces for downtown district explorers (including secure bike storage, local area maps, and air conditioning for relief from desert heat), and flexible check-in/check-out times to accommodate various cruise schedules. Properties that align their amenities with these specific attractions—rather than generic hotel features—will capture the highest occupancy rates and command premium pricing from guests whose travel plans revolve around Boulder City's unique combination of engineering history, water recreation, and desert charm.

Why choose Surge?

Surge is local Airbnb management that’s reliable, affordable and the best for your property.
Cost
Guest communications
Host Communications
Insurance
Contract
Cost
Starting at 15% fee
Guest communications
Guest response within 10 minutes, 24 hours a day
Host Communications
Designated host call in phone line
Insurance
Full damage protection for every reservation
Contract
No annual agreements
Other Property Mangers
Cost
25-40% fee
Guest communications
Sporadic guest communications
Host Communications
Bot response assistants
Insurance
Unreliable insurance coverage
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Contract lock-ins

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30%
In gross revenue
150 M
Potential guests
4.9
Superhost status
7+
Booking platforms
1
Property manager
The house was great. It accommodated our large group nicely. The owner was responsive and checked in on us throughout the trip. The gate around the home added privacy and security. The beds were comfortable as well. Extra linen, towels and washcloths. We are looking to book this home in the future!
Airbnb Guest Hosted by Surge
Head of Design, Layers
We really appreciated Surge. He was responsive, attentive, and went above to make sure our stay was seamless. You can tell he takes pride in providing a clean/organized place. Everyone loved the pool table and shuffleboard. This place is also very close to great restaurants. The place we went to had the best catfish. Would definitely rent from Surge again!!
Airbnb Guest Hosted by Surge
Head of Design, Layers
Our group really enjoyed our long weekend stay here! The property was very clean and spacious but also provided some privacy to accommodate our large family. Surge was responsive when we reached out to them and also accommodated an early check-in. We felt secure given that the property was gated and had smart locks on both entry doors. We strongly recommend this property and would love to stay here again!
Airbnb Guest Hosted by Surge
Head of Design, Layers
My family and I were here for my daughter’s graduation from UofH. Surge was very upfront, kept us informed and accommodating. The place was clean and fit my entire family comfortably. We have already made plans to come back. Great location, private and safe environment. Would highly recommend! Thank you Surge for making this stay memorable and stress free for our family!
Airbnb Guest Hosted by Surge
Head of Design, Layers
Great stay that accommodated all our needs for a successful for trip to Houston, i hope to Book in the coming future.
Airbnb Guest Hosted by Surge
Head of Design, Layers
The host was great, he responded quickly when needed and checked in on us from time to time throughout the whole day. He was awesome and the place was great for my family of 16. Definitely will book with him in the future.
Airbnb Guest Hosted by Surge
Head of Design, Layers

Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know about the product and billing.
Does Surge Property Management allow pets in its short term rentals?
Surge Property Management leaves that decision to the property owner. While allowing pets can be a big perk for some guests, Surge does not have any requirements for the property owner to allow it. Service animals are a different case. Surge is prohibited to refuse a reservation, charge pet fees, hold guests to different rules, apply differential treatment or use discriminatory language if a guest is accompanied by a service animal. A guests service animal must not be out of control, un-housebroken, left alone at the listing without prior approval, allowed into areas that are considered unauthorized by the guest and allowed in a public space without being harnessed, leashed, or tethered and not under the guests control.
Do I get access to an owner portal?
Surge Property Management has a tech leading owner portal to keep its property owners in the loop, instead of on the outside looking in. In the owner portal you can reserve days for personal use, see pending reservations, nightly pricing rates, owner statements, expense receipts, guest messaging and more!
Do you screen the guests that are staying in my property?
Our intelligent Guest Screening technology allows us to screen vacation rental guests before they enter your property, making it easier to keep bad guests out. We proactively assess the risk posed by each guest, through legal, non-discriminatory checks. Guests will be asked to submit some personal details including their name, date of birth, physical home address and contact details. We then verify by having the guest take a live selfie and submit a photo of their ID(either a drivers license or passport). This information will then be processed to determine the true identity of your guest, including whether the ID is fraudulent and if the provided details match those on the ID. This process will generate a risk report for us to review before the guest arrives.
Do you provide insurance for guest damages?
We partner with the premier provider of short term rental protection also offering guest screening and comprehensive insurance coverage. Our partner brings confidence and peace of mind to both Surge Property Management and its clients(homeowners). Our third party partner has protected over 60 billion in homeowner liability coverage and 1 million guest nights. Ask your Surge sales representative for more details.
What happens if there is guest damage to my property?
Each guest is required to make a $500 security deposit. Any damage above $500 we are able to document, submit, and follow a claim through on your behalf with our short term rental insurance partner covering up to $5,000,000.
How does Surge compare to a national provider like Vacasa?
While both Surge and Vacasa both have a full service model designed to be hands off from the property owner, Surge stands out above the rest by being more intentional and selective with the properties we decide to accept into our management portfolio. This allows us to give the required attention to the properties we manage instead of just "setting it and forgetting it" like the other property managers do. Once you go onboard with them you just become another number.
Does Surge handle the maintenance of the vacation rental?
Yes, Surge is able to handle any property maintenance(including hot tub & pool) for your property. We have a large network of service providers, additionally, if you have a preferred vendor we can assign and coordinate maintenance with them as well.
What services does Surge Property Management offer?

Surge is a full-service property manager and provides the following service to property owners:

  • Listing creating and management across multiple channels
  • Calendar management
  • Cleaning
  • Laundry
  • Restocking
  • Maintenance
  • Dynamic Pricing
  • Lock automation
  • Guest Portal
  • Owners Portal
  • Listing optimization
  • Photography
  • 24/7 guest communication
  • Check-in/out support
  • and more!
Is Surge Property Management a Superhost on Airbnb?
Yes, Surge Property Management is a Superhost on AirBNB. Airbnb defines a Superhost as a Host who goes above and beyond to provide excellent hospitality. Guests can easily identify a Superhost from the badge that appears on their Airbnb listing and profile. Superhosts have more visibility and earning potential.
How and when do I get paid?
Surge Property Management initiates ACH payment to its property owners once a month by the 10th day of the next month. Along with the ACH deposit sent to you, you also receive a highly detailed statement for review.
Are there any hidden fees?
Surge Property Management has the most transparent pricing in the industry. Our property owners are our Partners in business which is why we hold transparency at a very high standard. With your monthly statements you will be able to trace every dollar from when the guest paid for their reservation to when it was deposited into your bank account. Contact your Surge sales rep for a personal walk through of our statement structure.
Can I still use my property?
Yes of course. The biggest perk of a vacation rental is still retaining personal use of the property for your personal use. Inside of our Owner’s Portal you can reserve days for personal use.
How do you market my property?

We list your property on the major platforms like Airbnb, VRBO, Booking.com, Google Vacation rentals and more! We also allow direct bookings very popular among returning guests. Our integration technology is second to none and was awarded the following:

  • Airbnb Preferred + Software Partner
  • VRBO Elite Partner
  • Booking.com Premier Connectivity Partner
How do you handle complaints or disputes?
We aim to resolve issues quickly and fairly, protecting both the guests and the property owner’s interests. We mediate disputes and ensure a smooth resolution process.
How do I get started with your service?
Contact us to schedule a consultation. We'll discuss your property, our services, and how we can help you achieve your rental goals.
How do you handle waste management?
We coordinate with local services to ensure proper waste disposal and recycling, maintaining cleanliness and environmental responsibility.
What safety measures do you implement?
We ensure the property has functional smoke detectors, carbon monoxide detectors, fire extinguishers, and complies with all local safety regulations.
What does Surge’s full service property management mean?
Surge's comprehensive property management service allows property owners to be completely hands-off with the daily operations of their Airbnb properties. Surge takes care of all the daily tasks, including listings, guest interactions, cleanings, restocking, and maintenance, ensuring a stress-free experience for the property owner.

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