@HalonaSedona. Congratulations on new listing.
About cameras: I love my ring doorbell. I didn’t see this mentioned earlier-Airbnb doesn’t allow hosts to have cameras in the rental. Exterior ok but must disclose camera in property description.
I have a full condo rental
Min rental: 3 days In my case, wear & tear and Communication requirements for daily rentals are too difficult. For other hosts it is the majority of their rentals. It depends on what you are offering.
Max rental: depends on time of year. If slow season up to 6 months but 5/1-9/30 is my busy season and I charge seasonal rates.
I get/have a supplemental rental agreement for rentals over 28 nights so I am covered for the local long term rentals regulations.
Airbnb really isn’t built for long term rentals so if you get one, come back to the forum for ideas.
Booking advance period: usually 1 year BUT this year people are booking a month in advance at best.
Exterior pictures:
Some owners don’t post pics that could be used to make the address public. Airbnb displays neighborhood. It’s easy to use Google earth and find the house.
I have exterior pictures, Building front, back, parking, pool, docks etc. My specific condo is not identifiable.
Instant book: I tried it. Not for me. Other hosts love it.
Wait until you’ve got some experience with guests before you activate it.
Later you can try it and if you like it keep it. If not for you it is quick & easy to deactivate.
Have fun. Best wishes for much success