How Blocking Dates Impacts Your Villa’s Performance: What Every Owner Should Know
Hello, I’m Jason, a Business Journalist at Bukit Vista, and today I’m delving into a key topic from the Bali Business Review: how blocking dates for personal stays at your villa can affect your rental property’s performance. If you’re using the BVGO App, it’s empowering to know you can control when your villa is available—but there’s more to it than convenience. Let’s dive into the factors you must consider so your dreamy Bali retreat doesn’t become a missed income opportunity.
Yes, You Can Stay in Your Villa—But Timing Matters
Many villa owners wonder whether they can reserve their own property for personal use. The answer is: absolutely. The BVGO App by Bukit Vista makes it easy to block dates for your own visits or maintenance needs. However, it’s important to recognize that this action comes with trade-offs, particularly in terms of revenue and search visibility.
What Happens When You Block Dates? Bukit Vista explains
Once you block dates on the BVGO App, those dates are instantly removed from booking platforms like Airbnb, Booking.com, and others. Here’s what that means:
- Lower Visibility: Properties that frequently block availability may be deprioritized in search listings.
- Loss of Revenue: Every date you block is a date the villa can’t earn income.
- Disrupted Momentum: Continuous availability helps maintain strong listing performance and guest booking confidence.
Avoid Blocking During Peak Seasons
It’s especially critical to avoid blocking high-demand dates. Bali experiences distinct tourism peaks—like Christmas, New Year, Easter, and mid-year holiday periods—when bookings surge and nightly rates skyrocket. Blocking these dates means you’re ignoring prime opportunities for significant returns.
Pro Tip: If your schedule is flexible, plan your personal stays during shoulder or low seasons to protect your occupancy and profitability.
Need Help? Support is Just a Message Away
Managing a rental property is a dynamic task, and you don’t have to do it alone. If you’re unsure when to block dates or how it’ll impact your strategy, the Bukit Vista team is here to help. Whether you’d like a detailed revenue forecast or peak season insights, we’re happy to guide you with expert recommendations tailored to your villa’s performance history.
Conclusion: Use Blocking Strategically
Blocking availability through the BVGO App offers significant flexibility, giving owners the freedom to enjoy their properties first-hand. Just remember—each blocked date is a trade-off, and timing is everything. Avoiding blocks during Bali’s peak seasons and reaching out for expert support when in doubt can help you strike the right balance between personal enjoyment and property performance.
Thanks for reading! To learn more, watch the full video below and connect with us if you need assistance with your BVGO settings.
Jason, Business Journalist at Bukit Vista
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