I am newly retired from my day job and the plan was to Airbnb a self-contained room at my house to provide me with an income. The guests I have had so far, from all over the world, have all been charming and respectful, and I have loved meeting new people many of whom are now friends. Although I have read some horror stories on this site, mine is the experience of the majority of Airbnb hosts.
I can understand that in some situations neighbours can be disturbed, but that is a question of poor management by the host. Airbnb is not supposed to replace short and long-term letting, and I can also understand that those using the service in this way should be penalised.
However, my view is that there needs to be a differentiation between greedy London landlords who use the Airbnb site for profiteering and flout the idea of a shared economy from those who let out a spare room. Surely I should have the freedom to rent a room in my own freehold property without restrictions? The 90-day capping is ridiculous, yet there is no restriction on my letting the room to a noisy housemate continually at 90 day intervals!
I would also like to know if Airbnb can help to lobby on our behalf. Otherwise, Airbnb will be forced out of towns like London, and perhaps even a wider afield. I would like to know the experiences of other home owners in London, who like me need the income.