Guiding Your Rental Journey with Heart & Precision

Boutique co-hosting and property management that transforms your short-term rental into a 5-star experience—for you and your guests. 

Property Management

End-to-end property care—from guest communication to cleaning and maintenance, we handle it all.

Revenue Optimization

Smart pricing strategies and market insights to help you earn more while staying fully booked.

Guest Experience

Thoughtful touches, local guides, and smooth check-ins to ensure 5-star guest stays every time. 

About The Compass by T&K

Guiding your rental journey with heart and precision—whether you’re a first-time host or scaling a property portfolio, we’re here to simplify, support, and elevate your hosting experience. 

24/7

Property Oversight

Personalized Property Management With a Human Touch

We specialize in turning short-term rentals into unforgettable guest experiences and stress-free investments for owners. From strategic pricing to 5-star guest care, everything we do is designed to maximize your success.

Hands-On Hosting Support

We handle bookings, guest communication, cleanings, and everything in between.

Maximized Revenue, Less Stress

Dynamic pricing strategies and performance tracking to boost your profits.

Thoughtful Guest Experiences

Custom guidebooks, welcome gifts, and seamless stays your guests will rave about.

Meet Krysta & Tom

Founders of The Compass by T&K

We’re Krysta and Tom—a husband-and-wife duo who turned a shared love for cozy spaces and meaningful hospitality into a thriving short-term rental business. What began as a dream to create our own mountain escape in West Virginia has grown into a mission: helping other hosts succeed—without the stress. 

From a Dream to a Calling

It all started with Cozy Creek Cabin, our first vacation rental. We poured heart and soul into every detail—designing unforgettable guest experiences, handling communication, coordinating cleanings, and managing it all ourselves. Along the way, we realized we weren’t alone. Many property owners wanted to offer exceptional stays but felt overwhelmed by the demands of hosting.

That realization sparked The Compass by T&K—a boutique co-hosting and property management company built on trust, intention, and genuine care. We combine big-picture strategy with small-town charm, offering co-hosting and vacation rental management across West Virginia, Virginia, and Maryland. Our goal? To take the overwhelm off your plate—so you can enjoy the rewards of hosting without the headaches.

And that’s not all—we’re lifelong learners, always seeking new ways to grow and improve. Whether personally, professionally, or as a family, we believe in pushing beyond the norm to expand what’s possible in life. We’re also active members of an industry-leading Short-Term Rental Mastermind—an international network of seasoned experts. Through this exclusive community, we stay at the forefront of emerging strategies and trends, ensuring your rental stays ahead of the curve and consistently delivers exceptional guest experiences.

Krysta & Tom

Let’s Chat About Your Hosting Goals

Areas We Serve

Areas We Serve

Rooted in Nature. Focused on Exceptional Stays.

We specialize in rural, lakefront, and mountain rentals throughout:

West Virginia

Canaan Valley, Davis, Elkins, Thomas, Harpers Ferry & more

Virginia

Shenandoah Valley, Blue Ridge, Winchester, Luray, Charlottesville

Maryland

Deep Creek Lake, Garrett County & surrounding areas

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“West Virginia & Virginia property management

Our Mission

To guide property owners through every step of their short-term rental journey with honesty, heart, and high standards.

What Sets Us Apart.

We saw a gap in the short-term rental industry: too many property owners were stuck with large, impersonal management companies that treated homes like numbers. We knew there was a better way.

At The Compass by T&K, we offer a boutique, relationship-driven experience built on the values that matter most:

Driven by Tools, Backed by Strategy

Hospitality is at the heart of what we do—but we also know success is built on smart systems and data. That’s why we use industry-leading tools to maximize performance and guest satisfaction.

What they say about us

Real Hosts. Real Results.

Real 5-Star Experiences.

At The Compass by T&K, we don’t just manage rentals—we craft unforgettable stays. From spotless spaces to thoughtful personal touches, our hands-on hosting creates the kind of 5-star experiences guests rave about. But don’t take our word for it—see what our guests have to say.

Real Hosts. Real Results. short-term rental cohosting WV & Va

This place is a jewel. It has a cabin feel with a modern touch. The host is absolutely thinking one step ahead of the guests and you can tell they actually care.

Nicole

The place was gorgeous, spotless and fully stocked with everything that we needed. The area was easy to find and enjoyed the recommendations by the host. It was the perfect spot for a weekend away. We will definitely be visiting again!

Samla

This was a beautiful place to stay! The cabin is so well stocked, the hosts have thought of every detail you could want!

Marcy

We loved staying in Wardensville. We enjoyed the cabin. It was neat and clean, a perfect place for our family. The check in and check out instructions were very clear. The cabin was incredible comfortable. The host was kind, and very responsive. I definitely recommend the place for anyone that would like a quiet, peaceful get away.

Jenny

Ready to Make Hosting Effortless and Profitable?

Let’s turn your property into a guest-loved, income-generating retreat—with zero stress and all the personal care.

Book your free consultation today and start your hosting journey with The Compass by T&K.