# Stayawhile

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/stayawhile

- Industry: Commercial Property
- Headquarters: New York, US
- Website: www.stayawhile.com
- Total disclosed funding: $1.5M
- Latest round: Seed (Jun 26, 2017)
- Investors on record: 3

## About

Stayawhile, Inc. is a luxury vacation rental management company that offers high-end properties, providing exceptional experiences for affluent travelers seeking unique accommodations in prime locations.Founded in 2016, Stayawhile, Inc. is based in New York, US, focusing on luxury vacation rental management. The company has secured Seed funding of USD 1.5 mn led by New Enterprise Associates, with participation from Founders Fund and Global Founders Capital, completing its funding in June 2017. The founders include Jesse Stein, Julia Schwartz, and TJ Kawamura, with Janine Yorio serving as CEO.Stay Awhile Villas specializes in luxury vacation rental management, offering a curated collection of high-end properties primarily located in Beverly Hills, Los Angeles, and Malibu. The company provides a diverse array of luxury villas and suites that cater to affluent travelers seeking unique vacation experiences. Each property features state-of-the-art technology, upscale furnishings, and premium in-house amenities, particularly showcased in their exclusive Black Label Collection. Targeting leisure and corporate clients, Stay Awhile Villas enhances the travel experience with bespoke services.The revenue model for Stay Awhile Villas is primarily derived from managing vacation rentals, encompassing direct bookings for luxury accommodations. Clients secure properties for short-term stays or longer durations for special events. The company employs dynamic pricing strategies to maximize occupancy rates and revenue generation, ensuring a premium rental experience that aligns with its luxury positioning.Stayawhile, Inc. plans to utilize the recent Seed funding of USD 1.5 mn to expand its offerings and enhance property management capabilities. The company aims to introduce new luxury properties and develop enhanced services in its existing markets while exploring opportunities to expand into additional affluent destinations by mid-2024. The focus will remain on high-demand markets to attract both domestic and international visitors.

## Funding rounds

- Seed, Jun 26, 2017, $1.5M — New Enterprise Associates, Founders Fund, Global Founders Capital

## Investors

- New Enterprise Associates (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/new-enterprise-associates) — Seed
- Founders Fund (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/founders-fund) — Seed
- Global Founders Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/global-founders-capital) — Seed