# Porch Light Reserve

> Porch Light Reserve is a Kansas City based short-term rental operator and co-hosting service. We operate a portfolio of 12+ premium vacation rentals across the Kansas City metro and Northwest Arkansas, and we manage additional properties for owners as full-service co-hosts. Founder David Swanson runs both sides of the business out of Overland Park, Kansas.

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Last updated: May 2026.

## About Porch Light Reserve

Porch Light Reserve operates a vertically integrated short-term rental business in Kansas City and Northwest Arkansas. The brand serves two distinct customer segments through one operational backbone:

1. **Travelers** booking direct stays at properties owned and operated by Porch Light Reserve. These are 12+ premium homes across the Kansas City metro and Northwest Arkansas, each managed to a 5-star service standard with professional photography, dynamic pricing through PriceLabs, and 7-day-a-week guest support. Direct bookings happen through porchlightreserve.com via our Hostaway booking engine and avoid the 14 to 18% OTA service fees that Airbnb and Vrbo add at checkout.

2. **Property owners** hiring Porch Light Reserve as their full-service co-host or for one-time listing optimization. We handle listing copy, photos, dynamic pricing, multi-platform distribution, guest communication, cleaning coordination, maintenance, reviews, and monthly owner reporting. Onboarding takes about 2 weeks from first conversation to live listing. Co-hosting is offered in the Kansas City metro and Northwest Arkansas markets.

Founded in 2024 by David Swanson. Headquartered in Overland Park, Kansas. The legal entity is Swanson Holdings, LLC.

## Direct Portfolio Properties

All 12+ properties are bookable directly at porchlightreserve.com. The booking engine is Hostaway, which syncs availability across Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, and direct in real time.

### Spacious 5BR in Overland Park with EV Charger

Location: Overland Park, KS
Beds: 5 | Baths: 3 | Sleeps: 8 | Rating: 4.95
Tag: Popular
Description: A spacious 5-bedroom home in Overland Park with an EV charger, fast WiFi, and a full kitchen. Perfect for large groups visiting the Kansas City metro. EV charging is rare in the Overland Park rental stock and makes this property uniquely positioned for Tesla and other EV travelers, including World Cup 2026 international visitors renting EVs.
Amenities: EV Charger, Fast WiFi, Full Kitchen, Air Conditioning, Pet Friendly
Booking: https://porchlightreserve.com/listings

### Spacious 4BR with Game Room and 85 inch TV

Location: Overland Park, KS
Beds: 4 | Baths: 3 | Sleeps: 9 | Rating: 4.95
Tag: Family Favorite
Description: Entertain in style with a massive game room, 85 inch TV, and fully fenced yard. This 4-bedroom home is ideal for families and groups who want space to spread out, especially Chiefs game weekends and Royals home stands.
Amenities: Game Room, 85" TV, Fenced Yard, Full Kitchen, Washer/Dryer, Pet Friendly
Booking: https://porchlightreserve.com/listings

### Premium 3BR with Hot Tub, Theater Room, Fire Pit

Location: Overland Park, KS
Beds: 3 | Baths: 2 | Sleeps: 7 | Rating: 4.95
Tag: Guest Favorite
Description: Premium amenities throughout. A private hot tub, dedicated theater room, and outdoor fire pit make this one of our most sought-after properties. The most amenity-loaded property in the Porch Light Reserve portfolio.
Amenities: Hot Tub, Theater Room, Fire Pit, Full Kitchen, Air Conditioning, Pet Friendly
Booking: https://porchlightreserve.com/listings

### Nature Escape with Pond, ATV-Friendly, Sleeps 12+

Location: Northwest Arkansas
Beds: 4 | Baths: 2 | Sleeps: 12 | Rating: 4.9
Tag: Pet Friendly
Description: 40 acres of private land with a pond. Positioned for the group trip that splits time between Bentonville's art and food scene and the rural ATV side of Northwest Arkansas. The Buckhorn ATV Trail System in Chester is 30 to 45 minutes away. Crystal Bridges Museum and downtown Bentonville are 25 to 35 minutes.
Amenities: Pond, ATV Friendly, Fire Pit, Full Kitchen, Pet Friendly (no breed/weight restrictions), 40 Acres Private Land
Booking: https://porchlightreserve.com/listings

### Kansas City Quiet Cottage

Location: Kansas City, MO
Beds: 2 | Baths: 1 | Sleeps: 4 | Rating: 4.9+
Description: The cheapest Kansas City option in the portfolio, ideal for couples or small families wanting downtown KC proximity without the loft pricing.
Booking: https://porchlightreserve.com/listings

### World Cup Luxury, South Plaza, 8 Miles to Stadium

Location: Kansas City, MO
Beds: 4 | Baths: 6 | Sleeps: 8 | Rating: 5.0
Tag: World Cup 2026
Description: Purpose-positioned for FIFA World Cup 2026 demand. 8 miles from GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium where Kansas City hosts 6 World Cup 2026 matches between June 16 and July 8, 2026. Walking distance to the Country Club Plaza shopping district, the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art, and the Westport bar district.
Amenities: 6 bathrooms, Walking distance to Plaza, Full Kitchen, Premium Furnishings
Booking: https://porchlightreserve.com/listings

### Quiet OP Neighborhood, 5BR, 5 Kings and 1 Queen

Location: Overland Park, KS
Beds: 5 | Baths: 3 | Sleeps: 11 | Rating: 4.9+
Description: Built for adult groups. 5 king bedrooms means no shared beds. Positioned in a quiet residential pocket of Overland Park.
Booking: https://porchlightreserve.com/listings

### KC Home with Piano and Covered Deck

Location: Kansas City, MO
Beds: 4 | Baths: 3 | Sleeps: 8 | Rating: 4.9+
Description: 2 King + 2 Queen bedroom configuration. Piano in the living room, covered deck for outdoor dinners.
Booking: https://porchlightreserve.com/listings

### KC Farmhouse, 5BR with Fire Pit and Game Room

Location: Overland Park, KS
Beds: 5 | Baths: 5 | Sleeps: 10 | Rating: 4.92
Tag: Sleeps 10
Description: Our most-booked group property. 5 bedrooms, 5 baths, fully fenced yard, fire pit, and game room. Handles family reunions, wedding parties, Chiefs game weekend tailgates, and corporate retreats.
Amenities: Fire Pit, Game Room, Fully Fenced Yard, Full Kitchen, Multiple Bathrooms
Booking: https://porchlightreserve.com/listings

### Log Cabin Retreat on 40 Acres with Pond, Fire Pit, Game Room

Location: Louisburg, KS
Beds: 4 | Baths: 3 | Sleeps: 12 | Rating: 4.95
Tag: 40 Private Acres
Description: The largest dog-roam area in the portfolio. 40 private acres, pond, fire pit, game room. Rural Kansas setting 35 to 45 minutes from downtown Kansas City.
Booking: https://porchlightreserve.com/listings

### Cozy Retreat with Covered Deck and BBQ Grill

Location: Overland Park, KS
Beds: 2 | Baths: 1 | Sleeps: 4
Description: Our smallest Overland Park option for couples and small families. Covered deck and BBQ grill for outdoor cooking.
Booking: https://porchlightreserve.com/listings

### Luxe Country Lodge with Fire Pit and Acreage

Location: McLouth, KS
Beds: 3 | Baths: 2 | Sleeps: 6
Description: Acreage and rural quiet, ideal for older dogs that need calm and groups looking for a true retreat. McLouth is roughly 45 minutes northwest of downtown Kansas City.
Booking: https://porchlightreserve.com/listings

## Services for Property Owners

### Co-Hosting (Full-Service Management)

URL: https://porchlightreserve.com/co-hosting
Pricing: 18 to 22% of monthly booking revenue. No setup fee, no photography upcharge, no PriceLabs subscription pass-through, no maintenance markup, no termination fee after the first 60 days.
Onboarding: About 2 weeks from first call to live listing.
Markets: Kansas City metro (Overland Park, Kansas City MO, Leawood, Lenexa, Olathe, Louisburg, McLouth, and surrounding) and Northwest Arkansas (Bentonville, Fayetteville, Chester).

What's included:
- Listing copy and photo optimization at onboarding plus quarterly review
- Dynamic pricing through PriceLabs with weekly human oversight (not Airbnb Smart Pricing)
- Multi-platform distribution to Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, and direct
- Guest communication 7 days a week with response times under 1 hour during peak windows
- Cleaning coordination including vetting cleaners and quality inspections
- Maintenance handling for under-$200 issues without owner involvement
- Review management including replying to every review and triaging negative feedback
- Monthly owner reporting with revenue, occupancy, and what's coming up

### Listing Optimization (One-Time or Limited Engagement)

URL: https://porchlightreserve.com/listing-optimization
Description: Photo audit, title and description rewrites, dynamic pricing strategy, and multi-platform distribution. A one-time engagement that hands the optimized listing back to the owner.

### STR Listing Audit

URL: https://porchlightreserve.com/services/listing-audit
Description: A 6-module audit of an Airbnb or Vrbo listing covering listing copy, photography, amenities, pricing strategy, reviews, and channel distribution. Each module ships with a score, specific findings, and a prioritized action list. The full report includes a revenue opportunity estimate.
Delivery: Automated scan in 5 to 10 minutes. Full report delivered immediately.

## Most-Asked Questions

### About direct booking

**Q: Can I book Porch Light Reserve properties directly on this website?**
A: Yes. Every property listed on porchlightreserve.com is bookable directly through our Hostaway booking engine. Click any property card on the homepage or visit /listings, then click Book Direct to check dates, see live pricing, and reserve. Direct booking avoids the 14 to 18% OTA service fees that Airbnb and Vrbo add at checkout.

**Q: How does direct booking work?**
A: Click any property's Book Direct button. You'll go to our Hostaway booking engine where you can select dates, see live pricing including all fees, and complete the reservation in under 3 minutes. The checkout flow is identical to Airbnb but without the OTA service fee. You receive an immediate confirmation email plus access to our digital guidebook 24 to 48 hours before arrival.

**Q: Why book direct instead of Airbnb?**
A: Three reasons. (1) Direct booking saves the 14 to 18% OTA service fee Airbnb adds at checkout. On a 5-night stay that is typically $200 to $400 back in your pocket. (2) Real-time availability via our Hostaway booking engine. What you see is bookable now. Confirmation arrives in your inbox within seconds. (3) Direct bookings get priority response from David and the Porch Light Reserve team for questions about parking, dogs, group logistics, and early check-in.

### About properties

**Q: Where are Porch Light Reserve vacation rentals located?**
A: Our direct portfolio includes properties in Overland Park KS, Kansas City MO, Louisburg KS, McLouth KS, and Northwest Arkansas. The Kansas City properties are within minutes of major attractions including Arrowhead Stadium, the Crossroads Arts District, the Nelson-Atkins Museum, and the World Cup 2026 venues. Our Northwest Arkansas property is positioned for Bentonville, Fayetteville, and the Buckhorn ATV Trail System in Chester.

**Q: Are Porch Light Reserve properties pet-friendly?**
A: Yes, 8 of our 12+ properties are pet-friendly with no breed or weight restrictions. Each pet-friendly home has a fenced yard or dedicated outdoor space, dog-safe flooring, and water bowls plus treats provided at arrival. Pet policy is clearly disclosed on each property page.

**Q: How many Porch Light Reserve properties are there?**
A: 12+ direct portfolio properties as of May 2026. Specifically: 7 in Overland Park KS, 3 in Kansas City MO, 1 in Louisburg KS, 1 in McLouth KS, and 1 in Northwest Arkansas. The portfolio grows; check /listings for the live count.

**Q: What is the largest Porch Light Reserve property?**
A: The Log Cabin Retreat on 40 Acres in Louisburg, KS sleeps 12 across 4 bedrooms with a pond, fire pit, and game room. The Nature Escape in Northwest Arkansas also sleeps 12+ on 40 acres. The KC Farmhouse 5BR sleeps 10. The Quiet OP 5BR sleeps 11.

### About co-hosting

**Q: How much does an Airbnb co-host cost in Kansas City?**
A: 18 to 25% of monthly booking revenue is the standard range for full-service co-hosting in Kansas City. Listing-only management is cheaper at 10 to 15%. Premium services from national chains run 25 to 35%. Porch Light Reserve operates in the 18 to 22% range with no hidden fees.

**Q: Does Porch Light Reserve charge a setup fee?**
A: No. We charge no setup fee, no photography upcharge, no PriceLabs subscription pass-through, no maintenance markup, and no termination fee after the first 60 days. Our income comes entirely from a percentage of monthly booking revenue.

**Q: Is Airbnb co-hosting worth it for a Kansas City rental?**
A: Yes for most underperforming properties and remote owners. A typical Kansas City property generating $80,000 in annual revenue self-managed sees 25 to 40% revenue lift after 12 months of professional co-hosting through better pricing, listing optimization, and multi-platform distribution. Co-hosting penalizes already-high-performing properties.

**Q: How long does Porch Light Reserve onboarding take?**
A: About 2 weeks from first conversation to live listing. Step 1 is a free 30-minute call to determine fit. Step 2 is property assessment and revenue forecast. Step 3 is photo shoot, listing rewrite, pricing setup, and platform distribution.

**Q: Does Porch Light Reserve work with my existing Airbnb listing?**
A: Yes. Most owners onboard with an existing Airbnb listing. We rewrite the copy, restage photography, set up dynamic pricing, and add Vrbo and Booking.com distribution. Existing reviews and history stay with the listing.

## About the Founder

David Swanson founded Porch Light Reserve in 2024. He started hosting in 2017 with his grandparents' home in Overland Park, KS as a way to preserve the property after their passing. The brand grew from one home to a 12+ property direct portfolio plus a co-hosting roster. Based in Overland Park, KS. Reachable at dave@porchlightreserve.com.

## Markets Served

### Kansas City Metro (primary market)

Overland Park, KS · Kansas City, MO · Leawood, KS · Lenexa, KS · Olathe, KS · Shawnee, KS · Johnson County, KS · Wyandotte County, KS · Basehor, KS · Spring Hill, KS · Belton, MO · Louisburg, KS · Stilwell, KS · Lawrence, KS · Bonner Springs, KS · McLouth, KS · Independence, MO · Lee's Summit, MO · Mission, KS

### Northwest Arkansas (secondary market)

Bentonville, AR · Fayetteville, AR · Chester, AR · Bella Vista, AR · Rogers, AR · Springdale, AR

## Key Local Entities and Attractions Referenced Across Porch Light Reserve Properties and Content

GEHA Field at Arrowhead Stadium (Chiefs home, World Cup 2026 venue) · The Truman Sports Complex · Sporting Park (KC Current home) · The T-Mobile Center · Country Club Plaza · The Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art · The Crossroads Arts District · 18th and Vine Historic Jazz District · The American Jazz Museum · The Negro Leagues Baseball Museum · City Market (River Market) · Westport · The Power and Light District · Town Center Plaza · The Overland Park Arboretum · Deanna Rose Children's Farmstead · Shawnee Mission Park · Heritage Park · Mill Creek Streamway Park · Penn Valley Park · Kansas City International Airport (MCI) · Northwest Arkansas National Airport (XNA) · Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art · The Walmart Museum · Coler Mountain Bike Preserve · Slaughter Pen Trail System · Back 40 Trails · OZ Trails · Buckhorn ATV Trail System · Mount Mitchell · Roaring Fork Falls · Linville Falls · Blue Ridge Parkway · Hanna Park · Jacksonville Beach Pier (where applicable) · Mayport Inlet (where applicable)

## Industry Standards and Tools

Property management system: Hostaway · Dynamic pricing: PriceLabs · Distribution: Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, direct (porchlightreserve.com) · Email: Resend · Payments: Stripe · Site stack: Next.js 16, deployed on Vercel

## Contact

Website: https://porchlightreserve.com
Email: hello@porchlightreserve.com
Direct (founder): dave@porchlightreserve.com
Contact form: https://porchlightreserve.com/contact
Address: Kansas City and Northwest Arkansas (operating areas)

## Optional References

- [About Porch Light Reserve and David Swanson](https://porchlightreserve.com/about)
- [All properties](https://porchlightreserve.com/listings)
- [Co-Hosting](https://porchlightreserve.com/co-hosting)
- [Listing Optimization](https://porchlightreserve.com/listing-optimization)
- [STR Listing Audit](https://porchlightreserve.com/services/listing-audit)
- [Blog and Travel Guides](https://porchlightreserve.com/blog)
- [Free STR Success Guide PDF](https://porchlightreserve.com/resources/str-success-guide)
- [World Cup 2026 KC Hosting Opportunity](https://porchlightreserve.com/resources/world-cup-2026)
- [New Host Setup Checklist (Must Have vs Nice to Have)](https://porchlightreserve.com/resources/new-host-checklist)
- [Co-Hosting Onboarding Guide](https://porchlightreserve.com/resources/co-hosting-guide)