Temporary permission granted to a guest in a short-term rental to access and use the property for the agreed-upon period, even if not explicitly stated in the rental agreement.
Glossary Term: Property Access
Clear and concise instructions provided by hosts to guide guests to the property, often including multiple transportation options and local landmarks.
A set of numerical values that indicate the latitude, longitude, and elevation of a specific location on Earth, often used to provide accurate directions to rental properties.
A secure and convenient access solution for rental properties using smart locks, keypads, or mobile apps, eliminating the need for physical keys and simplifying check-in/check-out for both hosts and guests.
A detailed document provided to guests before arrival, containing essential information about accessing the property, using amenities, and contacting the host.
Clear and detailed directions provided to guests on how to access the short-term rental property upon arrival. This typically includes information about keyless entry systems, lockboxes, access codes, or instructions for meeting a property manager.
Updating the step-by-step guide provided to guests on how to access the short-term rental property upon arrival, including key codes, lockbox information, or instructions for meeting a property manager.
A secure storage device for keys or access cards, allowing for contactless check-in and key exchange with guests.
The designated time at which guests are permitted to access a short-term rental property upon arrival.
The specific instructions provided to guests for how to check out of the property, including returning keys, locking up, and disposing of trash.
The overall impression and ease of access guests encounter upon arriving at a short-term rental, encompassing check-in procedures, property access, and initial impressions.
A short-term rental property where the primary entrance or parking is accessed via an alleyway. This detail is important to disclose to guests for transparency and to manage expectations about accessibility.