Co-Hosting

Co-hosting is when a person (the "cohost") helps another person (the "host") manage a rental property, often a vacation rental or short-term rental, like those listed on platforms such as Airbnb, Vrbo, or Booking.com. The cohost typically assists with tasks related to managing the property, communicating with guests, handling bookings, and maintaining the property.

Hosts and cohosts work together, but the cohost may take on some or all of the responsibilities for the host in exchange for a fee, which is usually a percentage of the rental income. This can be helpful for hosts who don’t have the time or resources to manage everything themselves.

Here’s what a cohost might typically do:

• Guest communication: Responding to guest inquiries, handling check-in/check-out instructions, and dealing with guest concerns during their stay.
• Booking management: Managing the availability calendar, accepting or declining reservations, and handling cancellations.
• Property maintenance: Coordinating cleaning, restocking supplies, or dealing with repairs and maintenance.
• Review management: Asking guests for reviews and responding to any reviews left on the property.
• Local recommendations: Offering tips on local attractions, dining, or transportation options.