FlashmatesHOMESTAYS
FIND YOUR PLACE IN THE NEIGHBORHOOD

Stay closer
to local life.

A homestay can make a new place feel a little more familiar.

Explore homes shared by local owners, find the details that matter to your trip, then connect with a host to talk through your stay.

Explore homestays Share your home

For guests and hosts. Browse owner-listed homes or create a listing of your own.

A PLACE WITH A STORY
Stay closer
to local life.
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Discover owner-listed homes
Get to know the place
Talk with your host
FOR THE CURIOUS TRAVELER

Make room for the local point of view.

Find a home that gives your trip a sense of place. Start with the listing, then reach out to the owner about the details of your visit.

01Browse homes in the places you’re goingExplore homestays by location and listing details.02Get a feel for each homeRead about the space, its setting and what the host shares.03Connect before you make plansAsk the owner about your dates and arrangements.
A SIMPLE WAY TO BEGIN

From a place on the map to a real conversation.

Homestays brings guests and home owners together around a place to stay. You stay in control of the conversation and the arrangements.

STEP 01 / DISCOVER

Start with where you want to go.

Search homestay listings and narrow in on a location that works for your trip.

STEP 02 / GET TO KNOW IT

Read the details, not just the headline.

Look through each home’s description and ask about anything you need to know.

STEP 03 / CONNECT

Agree the details directly with your host.

Availability and arrangements should be discussed and confirmed with the owner.

FOR LOCAL HOME OWNERS

Your home can be someone’s favorite part of the trip.

Share your place with travelers looking for a more personal way to stay. Tell them what makes your home and its neighborhood worth discovering.

List your homestay
01
Introduce your home

Give your listing a clear name and tell guests what they can expect.

02
Set the scene

Share where it is and the practical details guests will want to understand.

03
Connect with interested travelers

Talk through availability and the stay directly with your guests.

GOOD TO KNOW

A thoughtful stay starts with clear expectations.

Take a moment to make sure the home and its arrangements suit your trip before you commit.

A
Confirm dates and availability with the owner

A listing is a place to begin exploring. Check the dates you need and agree on availability with the host.

B
Ask about the details that affect your visit

Clarify what is included, arrival arrangements, house expectations and any costs before making plans.

C
Keep important arrangements in writing

Make sure you understand the terms you and the host have agreed to, including payment and cancellation details.

BEFORE YOU START

A few useful answers.

What is a homestay?

A homestay is a short-term place to stay offered by an owner or host.

Does browsing confirm a reservation?

No. Browsing helps you discover listings. Contact the owner to confirm availability, terms and arrangements before your stay.

How do I find a place?

Open the browse page to search available homestays and explore their details.

Can I list a home I own?

Yes. Start the homestay listing flow and share information about your home and its location.

A PLACE TO BEGIN

Find a home that helps you feel there.

Browse homestays