Join the Vermont Vacation Rental Community
Welcome to VTSTRA!
We are a locally-run community of vacation rental professionals and allied businesses.
We invite you to join us in support of vacation rental tourism across Vermont. As a VTSTRA member, you’ll be able to connect & network with our community (both online and in person), access resources to enhance your business, and help us advocate and lobby for policies that support a robust vacation rental economy in Vermont. Your membership enables us to provide statewide lobbying services, educational programs, and community events.
Membership is open to:
Homeowners
Property Managers
Housekeepers / Cleaners
Realtors / Real Estate Brokerages
Allied Businesses
What can you expect from your membership?
Can’t decide between a partnership and a membership?
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 Membership
Peace of Mind
Year-round lobbying in the Vermont Statehouse
Professional advocates providing legislative testimony on your behalf
Trusted resources for local governments, the news media, and the general public
Access to Information
Online library of data, regulations, standards, business guides & more
The “Inside Scoop” member-only newsletter with insider info and announcements
Community meetings & online discussion boards
Personalized advice & support when you need it
Marketing & Networking Opportunities
Member-to-member forums and messaging
Digital member badges for your website & marketing
Free listing in our STR Service Directory ($100 value)
Virtual and in-person networking events throughout the year
Deals & Discounts
40% off registration to the annual VTSTRA Conference (up to $100 in annual savings)
Special offers & discounts from participating vendors
Referral rewards for you and your clients
Free STR Safety Certification offered by Breezeway ($350 value)
Leadership & Travel Opportunities
Serve on our Board of Directors & attend industry events for free
Become a Community Captain for VTSTRA & lead local advocacy in your town
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 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.
Looking for promotional & marketing opportunities?
Join VTSTRA as a Business Partner!
Membership vs. Partnership for Businesses
Download our Opportunity Matrix to help you find the membership and/or partnership option that’s right for you!
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
Send Us a Gift
Not ready to join but want to support our work? Help us protect Vermont’s vacation rental economy by donating to our general fund.
Thank you!
