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12 Best STR Finds | May 6, 2025
The Market's Top Short Term Rentals – Yours Before Anyone Else.
May 10, 2025 | Issue # 176 |
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Today’s properties include a lakeside cabin in KY, mountain views in TN, and a Sedona retreat with drool-worthy views. This and more inside.
Could one of these be your next income-producing gem? Let’s make this the year you get the property that changes your life. Enjoy and good luck!

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TODAY’S TOP PROPERTIES

Here’s what I love about it – Rustic-chic meets lakeside luxe in this fully furnished 2‑bed, 1‑bath cabin—deck‑side fire pits and hot tub bubbles included for maximum guest envy. Just 3 miles from Long Bow Marina on Cave Run Lake, every sunrise feels like a bass‑fishing billboard and a boating bash rolled into one. The 2023 HVAC overhaul and updated interiors keep comfort high, while the shed stands ready for kayaks, tackle, or firewood stashing. Active vacation‑rental pedigree projects $30.5K in bookings, $15K in annual cash flow, and a nearly 30% cash‑on‑cash return. Cabin fever never looked so profitable.
Price: $185,000
BR/Bath: 2 Bedroom / 1 Bath
Sq. Feet: 840
Avg. Daily Rate: $150
Expected Occupancy Rate: 56%
Expected Annual Revenue: $30,478
Expected Annual Cash Flow: $15,056
Expected Cash on Cash: 29.55%

Here’s what I love about it – Resort-style seclusion with pool, pickleball courts, and creekside trails—this Shagbark cabin sleeps nine (bunk beds included) and flexes on guests with a master-level hot tub deck for Smoky Mountain soakathons. Sunlit living space spills into a wood‑burning fireplace zone, while the shuffleboard loft keeps post‑hike crowds entertained. Ten minutes from Pigeon Forge Parkway and a hop, skip, and Dolly jump from Dollywood, this fully furnished retreat already grossed $53K in 2024. With bookings climbing toward $55K+, you’re looking at roughly a 10% gross yield on your investment. Cue the mountain breeze and let the cash flow—no strings, just springs.
Price: $539,000
BR/Bath: 2 Bedroom / 2 Bath
Sq. Feet: 1,680
Avg. Daily Rate: $254
Expected Occupancy Rate: 59%
Expected Annual Revenue: $55,075
Expected Annual Cash Flow: $14,526
Expected Cash on Cash: 10.32%

Here’s what I love about it – Lake life leveled up: a 2‑bed, 1.5‑bath cabin plus a 2‑bed bunkhouse deliver waterfront flex and bonus guest quarters. Indoor‑outdoor living over natural rock formations turns one acre into your personal amphitheater. Boat slip potential? Dockside envy included, no horsepower needed. Projected bookings of $28.8K—a cozy 11.5% gross yield—prove this lake dream pays. Water‑lapping lullabies and ROI? Both come standard.
Price: $249,900
BR/Bath: 4 Bedroom / 3 Bath
Sq. Feet: 1,995
Avg. Daily Rate: $227
Expected Occupancy Rate: 35%
Expected Annual Revenue: $28,779
Expected Annual Cash Flow: $9,557
Expected Cash on Cash: 12.34%

Here’s what I love about it – Banner Elk’s secret weapon—think boulder-backed fire pit (rock concert vibes) and wraparound decks made for cloud-gazing. Twin ensuite primaries flank a chef-ready kitchen, while the wood-stove–warmed living room begs for cabin Netflix marathons. A game-room–slash–bonus bedroom means bigger groups, plus Mill Ridge’s pool, courts, trails, and lake are all dialed in. Fully furnished and turnkey, this High Country hideaway blends rustic charm with rental-ready flair. Projected bookings of $44K? Consider your Appalachian escape already paying its way.
Price: $449,000
BR/Bath: 3 Bedroom / 3 Bath
Sq. Feet: 1,690
Avg. Daily Rate: $234
Expected Occupancy Rate: 52%
Expected Annual Revenue: $44,001
Expected Annual Cash Flow: $10,467
Expected Cash on Cash: 8.71%

Here’s what I love about it – Panoramic Pyramid and “Mermaid” rock vistas? Included, no filter needed—plus Oak Creek trail access, no HOA, and STR-friendly all get checkmarks. Dual-living desert duplex—garage conversion below and wood-fired upper retreat above—means guests and fam never cramp each other’s style. Solar-owned and next‑gen septic? Eco‑chic bragging rights unlocked. Back‑to‑back Coconino NF privacy means your only neighbors are cottontails and stargazers. With $128K projected bookings, $44.6K annual cash flow, and a 16% cash‑on‑cash return, this is red rock ROI to write home about.
Price: $1,080,000
BR/Bath: 4 Bedroom / 4 Bath
Sq. Feet: 2,704
Avg. Daily Rate: $560
Expected Occupancy Rate: 63%
Expected Annual Revenue: $128,140
Expected Annual Cash Flow: $44,579
Expected Cash on Cash: 16.18%

Here’s what I love about it – River soundtrack? Included—your cozy 572 sq ft log cabin sits steps from Baker River with Mount Moosilauke as a constant backdrop. Adventure on demand: kayak, fish, or hit ATV trails in summer, then chase powder at Loon and Cannon just 30 minutes away. No zoning restrictions means you’re free to roast marshmallows, build that treehouse Airbnb empire, or call it home year‑round. With a projected $12K+ cash flow and a 20%+ cash‑on‑cash kick, this timbered retreat is small in size but giant in gains. Bookings nearing $30K annually? Consider this riverfront escape the perfect current for memories and money to flow in tandem.
Price: $230,000
BR/Bath: 2 Bedroom / 1 Bath
Sq. Feet: 572
Avg. Daily Rate: $158
Expected Occupancy Rate: 53%
Expected Annual Revenue: $30,290
Expected Annual Cash Flow: $12,105
Expected Cash on Cash: 20.65%

Here’s what I love about it – Massanutten’s all-season playground—brewery tours, tubing hills, and zip‑lines—just outside your door in this 3‑bed cabin dripping with mountain mojo. Open‑plan living and two gas fireplaces set the scene for cozy après‑everything hangs. Covered patio, private hot tub, and fire pit deliver peak‑vibe relaxation without the uphill climb. Fresh HVAC, bath reno, and new appliances mean more bookings, fewer headaches. Projected bookings of $50.5K prove mountain magic can be as profitable as it is picturesque.
Price: $499,000
BR/Bath: 3 Bedroom / 2 Bath
Sq. Feet: 1,520
Avg. Daily Rate: $276
Expected Occupancy Rate: 50%
Expected Annual Revenue: $50,537
Expected Annual Cash Flow: $13,056
Expected Cash on Cash: 10.05%

Here’s what I love about it – Downtown Melbourne is literally a stroll away—and the beach? A 10‑minute breeze, flip‑flops optional. Quartz countertops gleam over wood‑look tile floors, while the screened porch and granite‑grill pergola whisper “sunset sips.” A 2020 metal roof and AC handle Florida summers better than SPF 50. Nearly fifty 5‑star reviews? Mosquito‑free porch parties now on the house. With projected bookings of $45K a year (10% gross yield), this corner‑lot charmer flips your ROI up a notch.
Price: $450,000
BR/Bath: 3 Bedroom / 2 Bath
Sq. Feet: 1,430
Avg. Daily Rate: $174
Expected Occupancy Rate: 71%
Expected Annual Revenue: $45,129
Expected Annual Cash Flow: $11,386
Expected Cash on Cash: 9.67%

Here’s what I love about it – Sticks and Stones? More like sits and stuns—a turn‑key Coosawattee cabin with hardwood floors, granite counters, and a six‑person hot tub begging for marshmallow roasting. Two bedrooms, a loft movie nook, and screened‑porch mornings flow into stacked‑stone fireplace evenings—amenities guests will Instagram before they unpack. Vacasa‑ready status, low utilities, and custom touches (green trim and dry‑locked beams) make hosting as easy as a river stroll. Pool dips, tennis volleys, and tubing adventures are just a guest‑pass away in this resort playground. Forecasting $39K in annual bookings, this mountain hideaway proves that stones—and sticks—really do cash in.
Price: $359,000
BR/Bath: 2 Bedroom / 2 Bath
Sq. Feet: 1,164
Avg. Daily Rate: $230
Expected Occupancy Rate: 46%
Expected Annual Revenue: $38,982
Expected Annual Cash Flow: $11,675
Expected Cash on Cash: 12.39%

Here’s what I love about it - Porch‑sweet‑porch mornings meet hardwood‑and‑tiled‑fireplace elegance in this revamped Atlanta bungalow, complete with a lower‑level private entrance begging for rental bonus points. Sip coffee on the covered front porch or host s’mores nights on the back deck under mature trees and string lights. Publix runs before Lakewood Amphitheatre concerts? Check. Downtown and I‑75/85 access on‑demand? Double check. Projected to churn out $36K in cash flow with a jaw‑dropping 34% cash‑on‑cash return, this two‑unit charmer is where charm collides with cheddar. Ready for your next chapter—porch optional, profits guaranteed.
Price: $389,900
BR/Bath: 4 Bedroom / 3 Bath
Sq. Feet: 1,664
Avg. Daily Rate: $338
Expected Occupancy Rate: 56%
Expected Annual Revenue: $69,498
Expected Annual Cash Flow: $36,310
Expected Cash on Cash: 34.15%

Here’s what I love about it – Poolside paradise meets profit potential—this 3‑bed, 2‑bath oasis ditches HOAs and dives headfirst into Airbnb‑friendly gains. Open‑concept living and a chef‑ready kitchen set the stage for sun‑soaked escapes, while the in‑ground pool and hot tub double as guest‑pleasing showstoppers. Minutes from beaches, top‑rated schools, and dining hotspots, the locale practically markets itself. Expect $16.4K in annual cash flow and a 13.5% cash‑on‑cash return—ROI that’s as refreshing as a pool plunge. Talk about making a splash: this is where comfort meets cash in the deep end.
Price: $450,000
BR/Bath: 3 Bedroom / 2 Bath
Sq. Feet: 1,825
Avg. Daily Rate: $230
Expected Occupancy Rate: 61%
Expected Annual Revenue: $50,946
Expected Annual Cash Flow: $16,447
Expected Cash on Cash: 13.51%
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