Hi there, I work at lettings, this is a suggested inventory I give to my clients, I would also suggest that you get a selection of matress protectors, and if you decide to provide pillows etc, pillow protectors, you can get some very high quality ones from Harry Corry,
With regard the kitchen, I don't have any plates etc on the list, however if you decide to provide this, here is a tip from one of my landlords, go to a dedicated kitchen shop, and by the catering crockery, they are sturdy, heavy duty ones, which can be easily replaced if one gets broken, you can buy one cup at a time etc, and for a three bedroomed house, full place settings for 6 should be enough,
Also DONT get the cheep canteens of cutlery, you know the ones with the plastic handles, get plain stainless steel ones, they will survive the dishwasher much better and will last much longer, again, if you can get them in a catering/kitchen shop you can easily replace them when they go missing. Hope this helps.
Also I wouldn't provide, towels, linen etc mostly its not expected, only provide it if you are asked to, and those kind of things will leave with teh tenants
Suggested Inventory
Hallway
Hatstand/coat rack
Living room
1 large couch or 2 small couches
Coffee Table
Rug
Lamp
Curtains
Kitchen
Cooker
Washer/dryer machine
Microwave
Kettle
Toaster
Dishwasher (if possible)
Iron
Ironing board
Hoover
Sweeping brush + dustpan
Bin
Blinds
Table & 4 chairs
Bedroom 1
Double bed + mattress protector
2 Bedside lockers
Mirror
Lined Curtains
Bedroom 2
Double bed + mattress protector
2 Bedside lockers
Mirror
Lined Curtains
Bedroom 3
Leave empty (Sofa bed/ fold out bed)
Lined Curtains
Bathroom
Fixtures & Fittings
Shower curtain/door
Toilet brush
Bathroom mat set
Towel rail
Mirror
Small bin
Outside
Garden shed
Lawn mower
Ensure that heating system is serviced regularly. I would recommend every Autumn, no trouble for the winter then,
Have the house professionally cleaned & ensure garden is neat & tidy before tenants move in, and make sure the maintenance of the garden is a condition of the tenancy.