Vacation rental management that keeps you in your happy place

Your home is where our ♥ is.

If you own a vacation home, chances are it’s near and dear to you and your family. In addition to a profitable investment, you need to make sure it’s treated with the love and care it deserves. At Stay Happy, our co-hosting, comprehensive support and hassle-free experience is accompanied by our core ability of putting ourselves in the customer’s shoes. We listen with the intent of understanding your unique needs while offering up solutions that work best for you and your investment. Why do we care so much? Because we own vacation homes too and want nothing more than the best experience for owners and guests alike. Property owners can rest assured and maximize their returns with our full suite of services. 

  • Booking Management & Communication

    We oversee the full gamut of communications with your guests with personalized proactive messages and swift responses. We put guests and owners at ease with answers and amenities.

  • Pricing & Revenue Management

    Achieving income goals for your vacation rental these days has become a science. Luckily, we have plenty of experience and the best in dynamic pricing software to drive income an achieve your goals.

  • Maintenance Oversight

    Keeping tabs on your property’s condition is key to maintaining 5-star reviews. We have experienced eyes on your investment and proactively maintain it for seamless guest and owner experiences.

  • Analysis and Design

    Our differentiator is our unique experience in branding, real estate and interior design. We know what it takes to achieve and maintain consistent bookings. We’re here to help you stand out in all the right ways!

We help you deliver experiences that guests
will never forget.

With the ever-changing vacation rental market and competitive landscape, creating a profitable rental can be a challenge. These days, simply having a vacation rental listing does not automatically equate to bookings and profits. We’re in the hospitality business and today it’s all about delivering unique and memorable getaways. We utilize the latest in guest management software and pricing platform strategies with a focus on guest experience. Aside from offering property and revenue management, Stay Happy specializes in helping you turn your property into a destination through branding, design and amenity selection services. Whether your property is modern, traditional or destination-focused, we go above and beyond to make our clients and their guests happy. :)

A passion for hospitality and design. A vision for success.

Hi there :) We are Adam and Kelly Slipher – the owners of Stay Happy. Our love for hospitality and real estate was born from our unique roots in interior design and branding. From early in our marriage, we both blazed career paths creating retail, restaurant and residential experiences. While Kelly fine-tuned her craft executing beautiful restaurant and retail interiors throughout Milwaukee, Wisconsin, Adam turned to advertising and spent over a decade at an agency developing brands and creating cohesive national campaigns. After years of experience and with kiddos in tow, we shifted gears in 2013 to start our own endeavor in real estate through house flipping and growing a rental portfolio. After years of success, we finally found our happy place in real estate with the acquisition and full renovation of our first vacation rental in 2021.

Creating hospitality experiences allowed us to connect the dots with our cumulative talents by turning our visions into reality. We began creating spaces that inspire, differentiate and build lasting memories while delighting guests with hospitable details that offer something special for everyone. From there, we developed a process and management strategies that make 5-star stays and increased revenue the baseline for our business.

After seeing other vacation rental owners struggle with hosting and managing their properties, we saw a chance to help. Our analyzation and systems implementation for other rental owners allows them to stay happy going about their lives while we develop and grow their investment – a true win-win!

We’re honored that you’re considering us for hosting and managing your property! Please feel free to reach out and schedule a consultation call for us to get acquainted. We look forward to hearing from you and seeing how we can help. 🙂

Ready to book your own trip? Experience a Stay Happy home yourself.

  • “Very enjoyable stay! Adam was great at communicating promptly to our questions before and during our stay. The cabin was clean and well-equipped… We have an appreciation for the total renovation the owners completed on this cabin with a mix of modern updates and their take on vintage decor.”

    Joan - August 2024

  • “This is a beautiful property in a quiet and peaceful location. The house is newly remodeled and updated, giving it a clean and fresh feel. The kitchen is well-stocked with a matching set of stainless cookware… The host is an excellent communicator and responds quickly to questions. We enjoyed our time here and will return in the future.”

    Adam - December 2024

  • “Best vacation we have had in a decade. My husband asked if I would rather come back to the cabin or go to Disney. Hands down I would come back to the cabin over anything offered. Everything was perfect. The host was incredible. Can’t say enough to describe how perfect it all was. Thank you!”

    - Victoria - October 2024

  • “The coziest, most relaxing little cabin on the lake! The hosts were amazing. 10/10 recommend. We plan to come back and stay again!”

    - Breann - October 2024

  • “My wife and I enjoyed our time relaxing and unwinding. Enjoying the hot tub, grilling, fishing, kayaking and bonfires. This is one of the cleanest vacation rentals we have stayed in and the hosts were thoughtful in the amenities provided. The host Adam even reached out to make sure we were comfortable and to let them know of any concerns. We are already planning another trip back. Highly recommend staying!”

    Chris - September 2024

We handle the platforms and tech stuff so you don’t have to.

Automation and tools that perform

FAQs

  • The difference is in the details! We’re in the hospitality business and pride ourselves in making each guest’s stay the best it can be through curated experiences, specific to each destination, property and stay. Couple this with extensive knowledge in pricing strategies, technology, top-notch cleaning standards and guest communications and your experience as an owner couldn’t be more care-free. If you’re seeking someone to help you take your vacation property to the next level and save you the headaches, your best bet is to schedule a call today and Stay Happy :)

  • After over a decade renovating homes in the real estate business, we’re extremely knowledgeable in what it means to care for a property. Our team has eyes on your home after every guest turnover, keeping tabs on your investment. We utilize experienced and locally-respected contractors to handle any necessary repairs. We treat your home as if it was our own, ensuring your property is professionally maintained and properly repaired with little to no guest impact. After all, the condition and functionality of your property directly correlates to guest experience and reviews.

  • We all know technology moves fast. Tech in the vacation rental space is no exception. Staying current and on the cutting edge of digital tools is what separates the good rentals from exceptional vacation experiences. We utilize the latest in guest experience management, dynamic pricing tools, property security/comfort, and various other tools that have everyone’s best experience in mind.

  • We can operate in various US markets, but we currently have hosting clients and our own portfolio in Northern Wisconsin. Being in the real estate investment business for over a decade, we have relationships and connections in other investor markets throughout the US. We’re a growing business and are actively seeking out new clients! Chances are, if you like to travel and love the outdoors, we’re going to hit it off nicely :)

  • In a world of evolving AI and technology, one of the main reasons we set out to create Stay Happy was to be a real, knowledgeable human resource for owners and guests. We love using tech resources when necessary, but we understand a fellow human connection is what we naturally need. We get to know you personally and work directly with you to create a plan specific to your property, vision and needs.

Are you ready to Stay Happy with your vacation rental?

Are you ready to Stay Happy with your vacation rental?

We’re excited to hear about your vacation rental property and how we might be able to help! Simply fill out this short form and we’ll get in touch with you shortly!