Join VTSTRA

We are a locally-run community of vacation rental professionals and allied business owners.

Select Your Membership Type

Homeowners | Property Managers | Housekeepers & Cleaners | Realtors & Brokerages | Allied Businesses

Join us to support vacation rental tourism across Vermont. As a VTSTRA member, you’ll be able to connect & network with our community, access resources to enhance your business, and help us lobby for policies that support a robust vacation rental economy in Vermont. Your membership enables us to provide consistent statewide lobbying, educational programs, and community events. Any membership purchased is an annual commitment and will automatically renew unless cancelled.

As a member, you’ll enjoy our many Member Benefits. Thank you for supporting VTSTRA!

Homeowner Memberships

  • STR Homeowner | $250 Annually

    For individuals who own a vacation rental in Vermont. One membership per household. Includes 2 member accounts.

  • STR Homeowner | $25 Monthly Payment Plan

    For individuals who own a vacation rental in Vermont. One membership per household. Includes 2 member accounts.

Property Manager Memberships

  • Co-Host / Solo Property Manager | $250 Annually

    For individual VT-based vacation rental managers and co-hosts. Includes 1 member account.

  • Property Management Company (Small) | $500 Annually

    For VT-based vacation rental management companies. Includes up to 3 member accounts for designated employees.

  • Property Management Company (Medium) | $750 Annually

    For VT-based vacation rental management companies. Includes up to 5 member accounts for designated employees.

  • Property Management Company (Large) | $1,000 Annually

    For VT-based vacation rental management companies. Includes up to 10 member accounts for designated employees.

Allied Business Memberships

  • Housekeeping Professional | $250 Annually

    For individuals who service vacation rentals with cleanings and turnovers in Vermont. Includes 1 member account.

  • Housekeeping Professional | $25 Monthly Payment Plan

    For individuals who service vacation rentals with cleanings and turnovers in Vermont. Includes 1 member account.

  • Local Business Ally | $250 Annually

    For any VT-based professional and business that provides a product, service, or expertise to vacation rental homeowners and/or managers. Includes 1 member account.

  • National Business Ally | $500 Annually

    For any professional and business that provides a product, service, or expertise to vacation rental homeowners and/or managers, and is based outside of Vermont. Includes 1 member account.

Realtor Memberships

  • Real Estate Agent | $250 Annually

    For individual agents who provide real estate services to STR buyers and sellers in Vermont. Includes 1 member account.

  • Real Estate Agent | $25 Monthly Payment Plan

    For individuals who provide real estate services to STR buyers and sellers in Vermont. Includes 1 member account.

  • Real Estate Brokerage (Small) | $500 Annually

    For VT-based firms that employ real estate agents. Includes up to 3 member accounts for designated employees.

  • Real Estate Brokerage (Medium) | $750 Annually

    For VT-based firms that employ real estate agents. Includes up to 5 member accounts for designated employees.

  • Real Estate Brokerage (Large) | $1,000 Annually

    For VT-based firms that employ real estate agents. Includes up to 10 member accounts for designated employees.

Benefits of VTSTRA Membership

A Voice in Montpelier 

  • Year-round lobbying at the Vermont Statehouse to protect your property rights.

  • Professional advocates delivering legislative testimony on your behalf.

  • Recognized as a trusted resource for local governments, media, and the public.

Insider Access to the Information You Need

  • Full access to our members-only online library of regulations, business guides, data, and safety standards.

  • The Inside Scoop—our exclusive newsletter with real-time updates and critical alerts.

  • Invitations to community meetings and private discussion boards.

  • Personalized advice and support when challenges arise.

Marketing & Networking that Grow Your Business

  • Free listing in our STR Service Directory ($100 value).

  • Member-to-member forums and direct messaging to connect with peers.

  • Digital member badge to showcase your credibility.

  • Virtual and in-person networking events all year long.

Deals & Discounts that Pay for Your Membership

  • 40% off VTSTRA Conference registration (up to $100 in savings).

  • Special vendor discounts and exclusive offers.

  • Referral rewards for bringing in new members.

  • FREE STR Safety Certification from Breezeway ($350 value).

Opportunities to Lead & Make an Impact

  • Serve on our Board of Directors and attend industry events at no cost.

  • Become a VTSTRA Community Captain and lead a local chapter in your area.

Membership Eligibility: VTSTRA Membership is open to any person who owns, manages, or does business with vacation rentals in Vermont. Owners and managers must commit to achieving the VTSTRA Standards for Responsible Hosting. Members may serve as committee members, local chapter leaders, community captains, board members, and officers. Members receive all member benefits listed above and may vote at the Annual Member Meeting in January to elect board members and officers.

In accordance with Federal Tax Regulations, members may claim up to 70% of their annual dues as a tax-deductible business expense, as 30% of annual dues are directed towards lobbying.

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Join Now for the Future of our Industry

“Finally, for the first time ever, I feel like I have a seat at the table.”

— Ilmar Vanderer, Host Member and vacation rental owner in South Hero, VT

 

“This organization is critical, not just for STR hosts, but for the entire Vermont economy.”

— Lucas Jenson, Host Member and Vermont business owner from Williston, VT

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Not ready to join but want to support our work? Help us protect Vermont’s vacation rental economy by donating to our general fund.

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