Since you're asking about curb appeal, you need to show the entire front of the house and the entire back of the house.

It’s a natural setting so I’d go loose/natural with the landscaping but I could see some large boulders and a collection of larger native plants, maybe ferns, rhododendrons etc depending on where you’re located

you could also create a seating area with a circle of Adirondack chairs

It does not appear you have gutters, I'd put in some gutters. I would not try putting in plantings around the house that need upkeep if you aren't there to upkeep them- part of the appeal of the house in the woods is the woods.

How much snow clearing do you have in the winter? Around here, most of the short rentals are mostly unoccupied in the winter with someone coming out to plow the drives. If you get plowed, I'd make sure the sides of your driveway stay clear for that. Maybe put in some woods flowers or ferns if you have some empty spots.

Looks like you got a couple decks that don't have furniture on them yet. It would be nice to have some seating on both levels.

Have you rented this place out yet? If so, what has feedback been on the place?

A full picture is needed of both the front and back (where improvements could be made). What’s your budget?

So first when do you rent it out , I mean is this a place where people come to enjoy summer or winter? I agree we have to see the front of the house . I have a large lot , not the size of yours but we live there yrr round so a much differnt need for landscaping. I do however hav a pond and area raised up a bit that i left as woodland and it is my fave spot. I would find out what grows well in your area with your souil and can be left to nature . Ferns, vinca for a bit of green are two that come to mind. I think some nice seating for the top deck for sure I would not however encourage a fire pit for rentals in the woods . A nice mix of shrubs that grow well I have Oregan grape and even elderberry that work well on my lot . They add color and bring birds . We do need more info please .

Please don't plant Vinca in a natural area. It's a listed invasive in many states. Common Periwinkle (Vinca minor) https://share.google/942qrXtTHnPJ3CyXj

That is a large area that will be difficult to landscape at a low cost. Lean into the wooded natural look. Keep the understory clear of weeds/invasives and add some planters with flowers near the front door if someone will water regularly.

What is the purpose of the safety cones? Remove them and address the safety issue - eliminate the drop-off next to the driveway or add a low rustic fence with reflectors/lighting to improve driveway safety.

If your house is not visible from the road, mark the road turnoff into your driveway with some plantings and a sign with house # so renters can easily find it.

Is there a clear path down to the water?

Add a fire pit with seating.

I second the don't plant vinca. Or other plants that can be invasive.

Without a location, this is total mystery meat. Though I suspect northern US.

Ferns are a good choice for a wooded area. You can also get some small shrubs for the road. You should take a current picture, because all those leaves make everything look a bit dreary. Do you rake them or leave them? Either is fine, but it will impact the landscaping advice, which also needs a zone.

Native Goatsbeard has big flower plumes and does well in dry shady woods.

I think it looks lovely just as it is. I wouldn't change a thing unless there is an eyesore somewhere that the pictures don't show. Show the front of the house.

The natural woodland is its curb appeal. No maintenance shrubs at the foundations would be nice. Most vacation rentals have some name like Bobcat's Lair or Sunflower so if you are marketing yours like that some sort of yard art that relates to the name could identify your place without being a sign that many HOA don't allow. I think I see a kayak in one picture, so if you have watersports having hooks, drying racks or old fashion clothes lines would be appreciated as would shoe racks and door matts. If you are not there weekly planters would not work well but a seasonal wreath or a bright colored door could brighten the porch.

Vinca is my go to when I want good looking ground cove rthat is evergreen of course not in a typical city lot but in this case perfect to mix with trees and ferns and BTW will take more years than you will live to be invasive on that property

Patricia your comment is outrageous. You are clearly misinformed.

To the OP: please do NOT plant vinca aka periwinkle or any other known invasive plant. The advice you receive on any online forum is a mixed bag. Some of the contributors are experienced gardeners and some are not. Without telling us your location (nearest city & state) we can't make useful planting suggestions. Your wooded site is lovely and adding plants doesn't seem necessary to me.

As someone else suggested some low maintenance shrubs at the base of your foundation would be nice. I also like the idea of some boulders placed on the property. Otherwise, will suggest that you let mother nature take care of the rest.

To begin, I'd remove the trees close to the house.

It is a vacation rental home in the woods. That is what the pictures show. Nature has already done the landscaping for you.

Take care of the area with the cones. Get a more attractive device for hanging your hose. Perhaps finish the dirt area under the deck so it won't get so muddy when it rains.

Otherwise, if I'm looking for a vacation rental in the woods, you've got what I need.

Concentrate on good pics of the front and back of the house and interior.

If you think some foundation planting (to cover the concrete base) is in order, go to the local Garden center ( NOT Home Depot) and ask what is low maintenance and works in your environment. They will know.

With a location like this, you don’t need much but I can see where some foundation bushes will enhance the look of the house.

There are many good ideas above. You can use the slope of the "front" of your house to your advantage to create curb appeal. Installing a rock garden with perennials at the top of the slope would be low maintenance, can add color and include a sign with your house name to guide renters to the driveway.

Terraced stone or wood steps placed in between the driveway and deck areas would make the slope easier to navigate and can create pockets for shrubs, boulders, pots.

All landscape projects can be done in phases. Come up with a plan and add sections as time and finances allow.

I would take issue with the notion that a rock garden is 'low maintenance'. Weeding out the tree seedlings would be a constant chore and presumably the local deer would love those perennials.

You need local advise on any plants you may put in. Because this property is not lived in 24/7 there is not much to be done for landscaping since you won't be there to maintain it. There is no such thing as low maintenance when you live in the woods other than letting it be what it is. I see ferns in your pictures. There aren't more I suspect due to lack of moisture. Take that has a hint as to what it would take to get perennials established.

Dan said To begin I'd remove the trees close to the house. I'm wondering where the well, septic tank and septic field are located. Those areas should be free of tree roots but I don't see any level cleared spaces. Presumably the septic was inspected and passed before the home sale went through.