Airbnb House Rules Template
Use this copy-ready house rules sheet to set clear expectations before guests arrive and remind them during their stay. Fill in the details that are specific to your home, then add the rules to your listing and display the sheet inside the property.
HOUSE RULES
Welcome to [property name]. Please read these house rules and reach out if anything is unclear.
ARRIVAL AND DEPARTURE
Check-in begins at [check-in time]. Check-out is by [check-out time].
Please message [host name] if your arrival or departure plans change.
ADDRESS AND CONTACT
The property address is [property address].
For help during your stay, contact [host name] at [phone number].
For an urgent issue at the home, call [emergency contact] at [emergency phone number].
ENTRY
Use [entry instructions] to enter the property.
Keep entry codes and keys private. Do not share them with anyone outside your group.
Lock doors and close windows when you leave.
QUIET AND NEIGHBORS
Quiet hours are [quiet hours start] to [quiet hours end]. Keep voices, music, and television low during these hours.
Please be considerate in shared hallways, outdoor areas, and near neighboring homes.
PARTIES AND VISITORS
Parties and events are not allowed.
Only guests included in the reservation may stay overnight.
Please ask [host name] before inviting visitors to the property.
SMOKING AND PETS
Smoking and vaping are not allowed inside the property.
Pets are [pet rule]. Please keep pets under control and clean up after them.
PARKING
Use [parking location] for parking. Do not block [area to keep clear].
SHARED SPACES AND CARE
Leave shared spaces clean and ready for the next person.
Use furniture, appliances, and household items with care.
Tell [host name] promptly if something is damaged or not working.
Before leaving, place used dishes in [dish location] and put trash in [trash location].
SAFETY AND CHECK-OUT
Do not disable smoke alarms or other safety equipment.
At check-out, turn off [items to switch off] and return [keys or access items] to [return location].
Thank you for taking care of the home and being considerate of the neighbors.
Who should use this house rules template?
This template is for hosts who manage their own Airbnb or Vrbo listing and want guests to find the same basic guidance before and during a stay. Copy the text, edit the bracketed fields, and remove any rule that does not fit your property.
Use the listing version to set expectations before someone books. Keep a printed or digital copy in the home for a quick reminder. For more guest information, pair it with an Airbnb welcome book, and browse more free host templates for other parts of the stay.
How do you fill in the house rules?
Replace every bracketed field with accurate details for your home. The arrival and departure fields should match the times you give guests elsewhere. Add the address and contact details guests need, and make sure the entry instructions are easy to follow without revealing a code where other people can see it.
Keep rules specific and practical. For quiet hours, enter the hours guests should observe and describe what that means in your building or neighborhood. If there is a shared space, explain how guests should leave it. For parking, tell guests where they may park and where not to leave a vehicle.
Review the sheet after changes to your home or guest process. Check your platform's help pages and local rules before publishing requirements that may depend on where the property is or how it is listed.
What house rules mistakes should you avoid?
- Avoid vague instructions such as “be respectful.” Say what guests should do, such as keeping voices low during the quiet hours listed in the sheet.
- Do not leave placeholders, outdated contact details, or entry instructions that conflict with your listing.
- Keep the rules focused on the stay. Put appliance directions and local recommendations in a welcome book rather than crowding the rules sheet.
- Do not add a rule you cannot explain or consistently apply. Check platform help pages and local rules when you are unsure what belongs in your listing.
If noise is a concern at your property, read this practical guide to handling party and noise complaints.
Can software help share house rules with guests?
A written sheet gives guests a reference in the listing and inside the home. Guest messaging software can also help with the communication routine around a stay. BnBGenius lists automated guest messages, reviews, and upsells, and says it works with Airbnb and Vrbo without login credentials, with a five-minute setup.
Use your own listing and in-home copy as the reliable place to keep the rules visible. If you use automated messages, make sure the wording guests receive matches the current sheet. You can read more about automated guest messaging.
Frequently asked questions
What should I include in Airbnb house rules?
Cover practical expectations guests need to know, such as quiet hours, smoking, visitors, pets, parking, shared spaces, and how to contact you. Include only rules that fit your property, and check your platform's help pages and local rules before publishing.
Where should I put house rules for guests?
Add your rules to the listing so guests can review them before arrival, and leave a copy somewhere easy to find inside the home. Keep the wording consistent in both places.
Can I charge guests for breaking house rules?
Do not assume a charge is allowed just because it appears in a house rules sheet. Check your platform's help pages and local rules before adding any charge or enforcement language.