- Community Center
- :
- Homes
- :
- Community cafe
- :
- Re: Privacy Issues with rentals
Options
- Mark Topic as New
- Mark Topic as Read
- Float this Topic for Current User
- Subscribe
- Mute
- Printer Friendly Page
Privacy Issues with rentals
01-01-2023
11:51 PM

- Mark as New
- Subscribe
- Mute
- Permalink
- Who Liked this post
- Report Inappropriate Content
01-01-2023
11:51 PM
Privacy Issues with rentals
Our neighbor recently became a host, wouldnt be a problem except the entire casita they are renting has a direct view into my bedroom where me and my wife get dressed. Is there some sort of responsible host code or rule that talks about the privacy of your neighbors ? Weve been living in our house for 10 years and the last month we have felt like gold fish in a fish bowl while in our bedroom. Any help or information is appreciated.
01-01-2023
11:51 PM
19 Replies 19
02-01-2023
12:57 AM

- Mark as New
- Subscribe
- Mute
- Permalink
- Who Liked this post
- Report Inappropriate Content
02-01-2023
12:57 AM
If they weren't renting, but had friends over staying in the casita, wouldn't be the same problem?
02-01-2023
04:56 PM

- Mark as New
- Subscribe
- Mute
- Permalink
- Who Liked this post
- Report Inappropriate Content
02-01-2023
04:56 PM
Yes the issue has been and would be the same. I’m simply wondering if their is a “good neighbor” policy that air BnB uses in terms of respecting shared space. It seems like the answer to my question is “no”. We have curtains, we use them and we have tried to talk with our neighbors regarding this issue before it became a rental space but have been largely ignored. Thank you for your reply
02-01-2023
01:07 AM

- Mark as New
- Subscribe
- Mute
- Permalink
- Who Liked this post
- Report Inappropriate Content
02-01-2023
01:07 AM
Time to buy some drapes or blinds. It's your responsibility to cover your windows.
02-01-2023
04:55 PM

- Mark as New
- Subscribe
- Mute
- Permalink
- Who Liked this post
- Report Inappropriate Content
02-01-2023
04:55 PM
I’m simply wondering if their is a “good neighbor” policy that air BnB uses in terms of respecting shared space. It seems like the answer to my question is “no”. We have curtains, we use them and we have tried to talk with our neighbors regarding this issue before it became a rental space but have been largely ignored. Thank you for your reply
02-01-2023
04:55 PM
02-01-2023
09:20 PM

- Mark as New
- Subscribe
- Mute
- Permalink
- Who Liked this post
- Report Inappropriate Content
02-01-2023
09:20 PM
@Thomas2983 how would a good neighbour policy work? Would they promise not to look in your window?
02-01-2023
06:12 AM

- Mark as New
- Subscribe
- Mute
- Permalink
- Who Liked this post
- Report Inappropriate Content
02-01-2023
06:12 AM
if it’s been that way for years why is it an issue now?
02-01-2023
04:54 PM

- Mark as New
- Subscribe
- Mute
- Permalink
- Who Liked this post
- Report Inappropriate Content
02-01-2023
04:54 PM
It has been an issue for awhile. I’m simply wondering if their is a “good neighbor” policy that air BnB uses in terms of respecting shared space. It seems like the answer to my question is “no”. We have curtains, we use them and we have tried to talk with our neighbors regarding this issue before it became a rental space but have been largely ignored. Thank you for your reply
02-01-2023
04:54 PM
02-01-2023
10:46 AM

- Mark as New
- Subscribe
- Mute
- Permalink
- Who Liked this post
- Report Inappropriate Content
02-01-2023
10:46 AM
I'm not understanding why Airbnb is an issue here.
If the neighbours can see into your bedroom then that's an issue, regardless of who is occupying the space.
Get some curtains?
02-01-2023
02:51 PM

- Mark as New
- Subscribe
- Mute
- Permalink
- Who Liked this post
- Report Inappropriate Content
02-01-2023
02:51 PM
😂
02-01-2023
02:51 PM
02-01-2023
04:54 PM

- Mark as New
- Subscribe
- Mute
- Permalink
- Who Liked this post
- Report Inappropriate Content
02-01-2023
04:54 PM
I’m simply wondering if their is a “good neighbor” policy that air BnB uses in terms of respecting shared space. It seems like the answer to my question is “no”. We have curtains, we use them and we have tried to talk with our neighbors regarding this issue before it became a rental space but have been largely ignored. Thank you for your reply
02-01-2023
04:54 PM
02-01-2023
10:42 PM

- Mark as New
- Subscribe
- Mute
- Permalink
- Who Liked this post
- Report Inappropriate Content
02-01-2023
10:42 PM
Thomas2983, neighbours can and do complain to councils,In our listing we express to the guests that they be respectful of the neighbours and dont use their parking etcetera,. Sometimes neighbours work in with hosts to 'keep an eye on the property' and maybe receive some small gifts but as guests also need privacy this is generally kept to a minimum.It is a fine line between being 'neighbourly' and being intrusive ,as you have pointed out , maybe it is time to request a fence or more substantial screening between the properties as 'privacy for both yourself and neighbours should not affect ,what is called here in Australia 'quiet enjoyment of the block'' H
02-01-2023
10:42 PM
03-01-2023
04:14 AM

- Mark as New
- Subscribe
- Mute
- Permalink
- Who Liked this post
- Report Inappropriate Content
03-01-2023
04:14 AM
thank you for the thoughtful response.
02-01-2023
11:25 PM

- Mark as New
- Subscribe
- Mute
- Permalink
- Who Liked this post
- Report Inappropriate Content
02-01-2023
11:25 PM
There is indeed a policy, but it doesn't cover your complaint at all. See:
https://www.airbnb.co.uk/help/article/3051
As you can see, it covers things like 'party houses', disruptive gatherings, excessive noise, smoking in prohibited areas, littering, obstructing neighbour's access to their homes etc.
I am afraid I really do not understand your issue at all. When you bought your home, was the casita not already there? Did it not have a view into your bedroom? What exactly has changed with the property now being rented on Airbnb, except that it could be different, rather than the same, people being able to see into your bedroom?
To be honest, I really can't see what any of this has to do with Airbnb. If you wanted total privacy, i.e. not to have to close the curtains, you should have bought/rented a property that wasn't overlooked. If the neighbouring property was built after that, then that was a planning issue and you should have contested it with the local authorities at the time.
I am not surprised your neighbours are ignoring you. What exactly is it you expect them to do?
03-01-2023
04:13 AM

- Mark as New
- Subscribe
- Mute
- Permalink
- Who Liked this post
- Report Inappropriate Content
03-01-2023
04:13 AM
thank you for the link. my issue has nothing to do with air bnb i literally was just looking for the link you posted so that i could read the rules/guidelines for myself to gain a better understanding.


More from Community cafe
Hello July 2025 Superhosts!
It’s been a little while s...
Latest reply
Hello July 2025 Superhosts!
It’s been a little while since our last update, but we’re back and it’s time to welcome our...
Latest reply
Bonjour à tous , je me pose la question suivante : est il po...
Bonjour à tous , je me pose la question suivante : est il position le de devenir super hôte quand on ouvre seulement 3 mois p...
Hey everyone!
Being a creative soul, I want to bring ba...
Latest reply
Hey everyone!
Being a creative soul, I want to bring back one of my favourite topics I've seen here on the Community Cen...
Latest reply
Hello, My name is Inger and I am a co-host of a 3 suite airb...
Hello, My name is Inger and I am a co-host of a 3 suite airbnb in NE Seattle. I am in need of a step by step process in orde...
Hello everyone!
Welcome to the Community Center! I'm @Eli...
Latest reply
Hello everyone!
Welcome to the Community Center! I'm @Elisa , one of the Community Managers for our English Community Cent...
Latest reply
Hello July 2025 Superhosts!
It’s been a little while s...
Latest reply
Hello July 2025 Superhosts!
It’s been a little while since our last update, but we’re back and it’s time to welcome our...
Latest reply
Bonjour à tous , je me pose la question suivante : est il po...
Bonjour à tous , je me pose la question suivante : est il position le de devenir super hôte quand on ouvre seulement 3 mois p...
Hey everyone!
Being a creative soul, I want to bring ba...
Latest reply
Hey everyone!
Being a creative soul, I want to bring back one of my favourite topics I've seen here on the Community Cen...
Latest reply
Hello, My name is Inger and I am a co-host of a 3 suite airb...
Hello, My name is Inger and I am a co-host of a 3 suite airbnb in NE Seattle. I am in need of a step by step process in orde...
Hello everyone!
Welcome to the Community Center! I'm @Eli...
Latest reply
Hello everyone!
Welcome to the Community Center! I'm @Elisa , one of the Community Managers for our English Community Cent...
Latest reply
Hello July 2025 Superhosts!
It’s been a little while s...
Latest reply
Hello July 2025 Superhosts!
It’s been a little while since our last update, but we’re back and it’s time to welcome our...
Latest reply