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Description: We are a luxury short-term rental brand specializing in high-end mountain homes in Colorado. We are seeking a skilled and design-savvy web developer to create a simple yet elegant website that showcases our properties and encourages direct bookings over platforms like Airbnb and VRBO. Project Goals: Design and build a website that communicates trust, luxury, and ease of use. Drive direct traffic to our site to reduce dependency on third-party booking platforms. Ensure integration or syndication compatibility with Google Vacation Rentals. Key Features: Clean, minimalist homepage with high-end visual design (think Discovery Land aesthetic). Property listing pages with photo galleries, features, and booking inquiry forms. Mobile-first design with fast load times and intuitive navigation. Booking CTA (call, inquiry form, or potential future booking engine integration). SEO optimized for location- and experience-based search. Google Vacation Rentals feed setup (or technical preparation for future setup). CMS back-end (WordPress preferred, open to other options) for easy content updates. Optional/Preferred Skills: Experience integrating Hostaway STR software. Knowledge of Google Vacation Rentals technical requirements. Experience with real estate, luxury goods, or hospitality web design. Deliverables: Fully functional website with 8 initial property listings. Utilize Hostaway booking engine for direct bookings. Custom design reflecting the Silvercrest brand. CMS backend setup for easy future property additions. Basic SEO setup (metadata, image optimization, URL structure). Google Vacation Rentals feed setup or documentation for submission. To Apply: Please share: Examples of luxury, hospitality, or real estate websites you’ve built. Your process for designing sites optimized for conversions and SEO. Any experience integrating with Google Vacation Rentals or STR platforms.