The Superhost Studio · New Mexico

Your listing has more potential than it's showing.

I help short-term rental owners across the Southwest fix what's quietly costing them bookings — and build the kind of guest experience that earns Superhost status. 80+ five-star reviews in year one. Real results.

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Simple warm inviting home interior
★★★★★ 80+ Five-Star Reviews · Taos, NM
01 The Problem

Most STR hosts know something's off. The bookings are inconsistent. The reviews are fine but not glowing. The pricing feels like a guess. They're not doing anything obviously wrong — but they're not getting the results they expected either.

Guests tell you exactly what they value in their reviews — if you know how to read them. They notice when a host responds fast. They remember when the local guide sent them somewhere they'd never find on their own. They book again when a place looks exactly like the photos and feels better than they expected.

I ran a five-star property in Taos, New Mexico from launch through Superhost status. I learned what actually drives that outcome — not from a course, from doing it. Now I work with STR owners who are ready to stop guessing.

What guests actually notice

From 80+ verified five-star stays in year one · Ranchos de Taos, New Mexico

"The hosts thought of EVERYTHING. From extra towels, blankets, pillows and electric chargers for devices — they had it ready."

Marissa

San Antonio, TX

"One of the highlights of our trip was the thoughtfully curated booklet of recommendations she provided. We discovered great eateries and beautiful hiking trails we might have otherwise overlooked."

Elizabeth

9 years on Airbnb

"Amanda was so friendly and very easy to communicate with. We fell in love with Taos — next time we're over this way, we will definitely book with Amanda."

Nichole

Greensboro, NC

"Amanda is a great host who always responds, has clear communication, and a friendly demeanor. We will absolutely recommend this spot."

Rachel

Colorado Springs, CO

"Amanda was a thoughtful and gracious host and the house is BEAUTIFUL."

Samantha

Arvada, CO

"The place was just as described, well appointed and beautifully decorated. Amanda was quick to respond to messages and very helpful."

Anne

Pojoaque, NM

Warm inviting living room with cozy furnishings

Thoughtfully designed

Cozy comfortable bedroom

Cozy & comfortable

Warm welcoming kitchen

Warm & welcoming

What's quietly costing you stars

The same issues show up in almost every underperforming listing. Here's what I look for first.

1
Your listing doesn't answer the real question

Guests aren't reading your listing — they're scanning for answers to their specific worry. Is it actually private? Will the host respond if something goes wrong? If your copy doesn't address those directly, they'll book somewhere that does.

2
Communication gaps before check-in

Most host-guest friction happens in the 48 hours before arrival. What you send, when you send it, and how you frame expectations in that window shapes the entire stay — including the review.

3
The amenities guests mention are missing

Guests notice the charger by the bed. They remember the local guide. They write about the extra blanket in January. These aren't luxuries — they're the difference between a four-star and a five-star review.

4
No cushion for the one bad stay

Every host eventually gets a guest they can't win. The hosts who survive it are the ones with enough five-star reviews in the bank that one anomaly doesn't move their average — and who know exactly how to respond publicly.

Two ways to work together

Quick Win

The Listing Audit

$197

One listing. 90 minutes. A written action plan you can implement the same week. Best for hosts who want a clear diagnosis without a long commitment. Las Cruces hosts: in-person property visits available.

  • Photo and copy review
  • Pricing strategy assessment
  • Guest communication audit
  • Review history analysis
  • Written priority action plan
  • Delivered over Zoom
  • In-person property visits for Las Cruces hosts
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Full System

The 90-Day Sprint

$750

Four sessions over 90 days. We rebuild the full system — listing, pricing, guest experience, and a roadmap to Superhost. For new hosts who want to start right, and established hosts ready to turn it around. Includes sourcing recommendations for linens, personal care products, and decor.

  • Complete listing optimization
  • Dynamic pricing setup
  • Guest communication templates
  • Local guide strategy
  • Review recovery playbook
  • Superhost roadmap
  • Sourcing guide: linens, personal care & decor
  • In-person property visits for Las Cruces hosts
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In their own words

"Amanda was the perfect host. We loved every aspect of the property."
Jennifer · Kansas City, MO
"Wow, wow, wow. Talk about one of the most peaceful, relaxing, and gorgeous Airbnbs I've ever stayed in."
Morgan · Denver, CO
"I could have stayed forever. It had everything I needed to feel right at home."
Jennifer · Kansas City, MO
Warm inviting home

Why this works

I'm not teaching from a playbook I read. I built and ran a five-star short-term rental in Taos, New Mexico — earning 80+ five-star reviews in year one in a competitive mountain destination. I figured out what moved the needle through trial, adjustment, and paying attention to what guests actually said.

The things that earned Superhost status weren't complicated. They were consistent: fast communication, a property that matched its listing, and the kind of small touches guests didn't expect but remembered. I know what those are and how to build them into any listing.

80+ Five-Star Reviews in Year One
★★★★★ Superhost Status
SW New Mexico · Arizona · Texas Markets

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We'll look at your listing together and I'll tell you exactly where I'd focus first — no commitment required.

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