Trampoline

[Chistopher0]

Good afternoon,

I have gotten mixed feelings on adding a trampoline to our property…

anyone have one on their listing and any feedback from renters!

thanks 

[Quincy]

Welcome to the Community Center @Chistopher0! Perhaps @Marie8425 is able to offer some advice 😊 

[Alicia753]

Hi @Chistopher0 ,

Adding a trampoline to your Airbnb property can certainly make it more appealing to families with children and guests looking for fun activities right at their stay. However, there are several factors to consider before deciding to add one:

Safety: Ensure the trampoline is installed correctly and regularly maintained to prevent accidents. You'll also need to provide clear safety instructions for its use.

Insurance: Check with your insurance provider to see if a trampoline affects your coverage. Some policies may not cover injuries related to trampoline use, or they might require additional liability coverage.

Rules and Regulations: Make sure that having a trampoline complies with local regulations or HOA rules. Some areas might have restrictions on such installations.

Space and Aesthetics: Consider whether you have enough space for a trampoline without it overtaking your garden or outdoor area. It should fit aesthetically and not clutter the space.

Guest Experience: While a trampoline can be a fun feature, think about your target guest demographic. Is your property typically rented by families or adults who would appreciate this feature?

Feedback from Others: Reviews from other hosts who have trampolines can be mixed. Positive feedback often highlights increased appeal to families, while negative aspects might include increased liability and maintenance concerns.

Adding a trampoline could be a great feature that sets your listing apart, but weigh these factors carefully to decide if it aligns with your hosting style and guest safety.

I hope this helps!

All the best,

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[Karen114]

@Chistopher0  Honestly I would not do it.  You would be opening yourself up to a ton of liability and problems.  Most insurance companies do not allow trampolines in rentals, long term anyway.  I can't imagine short term would be any different. 

If you have any friends or family that are landlords;  ask them what they think 😁.  They will likely confirm your mixed feelings. 

[Marie8425]

@Chistopher0 

Yes   The advice you  got was  correct  your insurance carrier will  have  a fit not only   because  a  guest  might get hurt.  You have  no  way of  guaranteeing  securely anchored in your property and a  gust of wind  doesn't  blow  it into   your neighbors yard and injure  their  child

[Jonathan2534]

Hi Christopher,

I've had a trampoline at my summer rental for ten years. I've been renting with brokers though, and renters have signed a lease with a waiver. Now with ABB I've copied some of the lease into the ABB terms section, which they say makes it legally binding. I have spoken with other hosts in my area and they are asking guests to sign a lease with a waiver/release electronically. To be fully protected I think this is the route you'd have to go. 

[Mary1523]

I have thought about it but didn't do it. Managing risk and disclaimers to one side, what put me off is the maintenance of it, and keeping spiders etc away from it. I certainly know my guests would appreciate it as we get mostly families, but I've got enough to maintain already.

I already provide 2 tree  swings which are low maintenance, and just created a 'woodlands' play area of lots of tree trunks, sticks and bark, and old pots/pans to play and collect water. Easy and low maintenance for kids. I know this works because my local primary school has this and kids love playing in 'dirt' and with sticks etc to build things in free play.

Hope this helps

Regs

Mary

[Frances3408]

@Chistopher0. I wouldnt do it. 1) risk 2) kills my grass (long term tenant experience) 3) mower man would have to get a second person to help move it each time, which in Summer is every 2 weeks  4) sun damage means parts deteriorate quickly.

I prefer to supply ball games including orbit tennis and croquet. For older kids there is a local skate ramp, pump track, bike trails, playground, local swimming pools not to mention the patrolled beach and the Pacific Ocean so I just make sure guests know about all these.