Orange Beach Vacation Rental Property Management
Boutique-style property management with a personal touch!
- We list, host & manage your Orange Beach vacation rental property
- We are a family owned & operated property management company
- We take care of everything for you, from bookings to guest services
Full-Service Orange Beach Airbnb Property Management
We Rent Your Property
We Manage & Maintain It
We Wow Your Guests
Easy Three Step Process
Our Orange Beach Airbnb Property Management Team
Luke Brannon
OwneR & Operator
About Me
Hi, I’m Luke Brannon, Owner and President of Grand Welcome of Orange Beach, Alabama. After 15 successful years in the television and technology industries, I decided to leverage my business leadership experience and turn my passion for travel, hospitality, systems, and technology into a full-time venture.
As a Southern boy, Orange Beach was a frequent vacation destination for my family and I, and we created so many great memories here over the years. My wife, Laura, and I continued this tradition while dating, and I popped the question right here on the shores of Orange Beach.
We now call this amazing place home, and I get to spend my days helping property owners maximize the potential of their vacation and investment homes. I believe great relationships, strong systems and processes, and robust technology are the keys to success. Laura supports our community as a teacher at Orange Beach Elementary School and lends her eye for detail to creating a high-end guest experience. Vacation property management should be fun and personal, and I would love the opportunity to meet and work with you!
What I Love About Orange Beach
In my free time, you may find me walking the coastline, exploring Gulf State Park, or getting a workout in at the Orange Beach Rec Center. Orange Beach and the surrounding area also has a great food scene. We love dining out on occasion at our favorite spots, like CoastAL and Zeke’s Restaurant, both of which boast amazing waterfront views. You may also find us sipping on a cold drink at The Gulf or a Saturday morning Cuban Latte at BuzzCatz. We absolutely love the laid-back atmosphere Orange Beach offers and the friendly people who call it home.
Our Short Term Rental Management Services for Orange Beach
We List Your Orange Beach Property on Airbnb and all the top travel sites
Listing & Marketing
- We take high-quality scroll-stopping photos of your Orange Beach vacation rental property
- We write detailed and captivating listings, highlighting your property's best features and proximity to local attractions
- We list your Orange Beach short-term rental property on Airbnb, VRBO and 30+ other travel websites
- We advertise your vacation rental property on social media and to repeat customers on our email list
Reservations
- Guests can book online 24 hours a day, 7 days a week
- We have an in-house revenue analyst that monitors reservations (weekly, monthly, yearly) to ensure you earn as much as possible
- We offer dynamic pricing to optimize your revenue using historical data, seasonal trends and competition tracking
- Reservations are updated in real-time and can also be placed by phone with our white glove, full-service reservation staff
- We accept all major credit cards and offer trip protection and damage insurance to all guests
Customer Support
- All customer support inquires are handled by our local Orange Beach management team
- We answer guest questions quickly with helpful information about your property and the local area
- Each guest is emailed personalized arrival instructions, maps and recommended Orange Beach activities
Cleaning & Maintenance
- Starter items such as toilet paper, soap, and paper towels are provided for guest's convenience
- We inspect your property top-to-bottom after it has been cleaned to ensure guests have a 5-star experience
Inspections & Taxes
- We take inventory of all household items that need to be replaced and restock as needed
- We arrange annual inspections for pests, pools, filters and other regular maintenance
- We offer monthly financial statements, accounts payable, collection and distribution of sales tax
Glowing Reviews by Our Guests & Property Owners
We treat you like family, always going the extra mile to maximize your rental revenue, providing your guests with personalized service and maintaining your property as if it's our own.
If you are looking for someone who will communicate effectively, is organized, timely, and hard working then Luke is the perfect fit to be your property manager. Luke is one of the hardest workers I've ever known and dedicated to his work. He will work day and night to make sure that tasks and emergencies are handled in a timely manner. He is very approachable and will always greet you and everyone he meets with a smile. I cannot recommend Luke enough as a person and professional!
Can’t say enough good things about Luke. I worked with him for many years and he was always calm, reliable and a true leader. He’s really good with people and technology which is a rare gift. Can’t go wrong working with Luke!
Luke Brannon and the Grand Welcome Vacation Rental Management team is extremely hard working and dedicated. I love working with them!
Luke is hardworking and intelligent. He operates with integrity. I feel certain that you will find that he will treat you and your properties with the care and professionalism you have been looking for.
Luke is super easy to work with with, very organized, and very personable. He’ll work with you to make sure everything is taken care of every step of the way. You’ll definitely be in good hands!
Professional! Caring! Detailed! Working with Luke is a pleasure. You know everything is taken care of and your property will be well managed. Highly Recommend!
The Brannon’s are an absolutely amazing couple! They do everything with such excellence and leave no detail unchecked. They are incredibly kind and welcoming, fun, and make every interaction positive. Grand Welcome Orange Beach Vacation Rental Management is the company I plan on using again and again in the future!
I have worked with Luke in the past and cannot say enough about his organization, quick response and innovative thinking to get the job done. He is truly a remarkable coworker and I cannot say enough about his professionalism and dedication to the job.
Professional and dedicated to a great customer experience! Luke is very personable & works hard to make sure his customer’s needs are his top priority.
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do short term property management companies charge in Orange Beach?
The typical fee for short term rental property management in the area ranges from 15-30% depending on the level of management and service provided. Some property managers offer partial management at a reduced fee which requires more effort on your part coordinating with cleaning crews, restocking supplies, changing linens, maintenance, etc. We are a local, full-service management company that takes care of EVERYTHING for you while still offering competitive rates. We also utilize our in-house revenue management team to ensure your property is always priced appropriately to maximize your bottom line.
💪 We offer you the best of both worlds. We provide full-service, locally based boutique management, coupled with the advantages of national brand services and pricing. We would love to work with you on a management solution that aligns with your goals.
Are short term vacation rentals allowed in Orange Beach?
Orange Beach is a popular vacation destination and very friendly to short term rentals. However, there are some important regulations to be aware of depending on the location and zoning of the property. There are also business license requirements. To take the headache out of managing your own vacation rental, you can partner with us to ensure compliance with all regulations.✍️ We take the headache out of managing your own vacation rental by ensuring your property adheres to any existing or new short-term rental regulations, keeping your investment secure and your guests delighted. Let us handle the details so you can enjoy the benefits of owning a vacation rental worry-free!
Do I need to collect and remit taxes for short term rentals in Orange Beach?
The City of Orange Beach collects a 10% lodging tax, Baldwin County collects a 2% lodging tax, and the State of Alabama collects a 4% lodging tax. These taxes are paid by guests when making a reservation. Some online travel agencies (OTAs), like Airbnb, remit some of these lodging taxes to city, county, and/or state agencies on your behalf while other OTAs do not assist with tax remittance. By partnering with us, you can avoid the complication altogether and allow us to remit all taxes paid by guests on your behalf. 🏡 To streamline this process and ensure full compliance, you can let us handle the tax collection and remittance on your behalf. We collaborate closely with Grand Welcome corporate and a local tax professional to collect and remit taxes on behalf of properties under our management. This approach allows you to focus on your other priorities while we handle the essential tax responsibilities, simplifying your life as a property owner. If you have any tax questions related to short term rentals in Orange Beach, feel free to contact us. For full disclosure, we are not CPAs or tax professionals, but we work with the best in the business and local community to ensure compliance, and we'd be happy to help!