How do I list my space? Room? Entire space? It's unclear.

[Ann42660]

I have a space that is the first floor/basement of my home.  It's self contained with a separate entrance but does not have a kitchen.  Because I don't have a kitchen I will refresh water and such, if desired.  I've had this listed as a room but I think it's actually an entire space.  It's over 700 sq ft.  

What would you do?  I think my price is too low because it's listed as a room.   

Thanks for your help.

[Marie8425]

@Ann42660 

My ideas for your thoughts

According to the description and reviews it sounds like your listing would actually be categized as an en site not a room.  An en suite is a separate living room area in the Hosts home that isn't quite apartment because you can access the space and the Guests could access your space though they don't.  You have a bedroom a private living room and no kitchen but you don't have pictures or highlight it sounds like the breakfast area is nicely equipped to make coffee store soda and microwave that is a big plus that would probably increase bookings if you showed that portion of space.  

[Ann42660]

Thank you Marie.  My guests can't access my space but this does sound like an en suite.  I have added pictures of the breakfast space and have just had professional pictures so am looking forward to it showing better.  

I really appreciate you taking time.  

Ann

[Ann42660]

Part 2 to my response.  Your advice was perfect.  Again, thank you.

[Joan2709]

@Ann42660 

i agree with @Marie8425 ...I would classify this as a secondary unit/guest suite. I would also add the sq footage to your description to let guests know it is a good size. Just make it clear there is a private entrance and no kitchen on the listing. I would not enter the space without permission from the guest (which it sounds like you don't 😊). Be sure to list all shared spaces in the Guest Safety Section under Property info (driveway? laundry?) as well as in Other Details to Note. You may need help from Airbnb CS to change the property type from Room to Guest Suite:

Guest Safety Section

I would also indicate in this section that pets live on property and potential for noise (you live upstairs):

[Ann42660]

Joan this is great and I'll do as you suggest.  The screen shots are helpful as it's not particularly intuitive. 

Is there a secret to getting Airbnb to help?  It seems like access is somewhat hidden or maybe I'm just impatient and haven't dug around enough.

Ann

[Joan2709]

i@Ann42660 

Try to change your property type and see if it will let you:

Listing Editor

Property Type (left side)

If it won't let you change it, or it lets you change it, but still shows as a "Room" in the Listing Title, contact Airbnb by and they can tell you how to remove the property from the "Rooms" Category:

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Click Visit The Help Center

Scroll All the way to the bottom of the page

Click Contact us and follow the prompts