Hi @Catherine1718
I live in Australia, and over here it's not that unusual to have listings that ask you to supply your own linens OR charge extra for linens provided - in these cases the linens are left out and the guests make the beds themselves. It's particularly common in beachside style accommodations. Usually the accomodation is either owned by a remote host who employs a cleaner, or is managed by a property manager with multiple listings. Some of the listings that do this are quite expensive and up market. I have an acquaintance who runs an airbnb about 3 hours from where he lives and he expects guests to bring their own linens, and he has not had any noticeable difficulties
I live 1.5 hours away from my listing, but I personally don't like the idea of guests bringing their own for exactly all the reasons described above - I can just see some people sleeping straight on the mattress protector! I do have to admit though when I'm washing 6 lots of bedding, some of them stained the idea of BYO linens can seem very appealing! I think it depends on what you are like as a host, what your listing is like, what your furnishings are like, and what it typical in your area. If for instance it's nearly unheard of to have BYO linens where you are, then probably not a great idea to start. Or if you have really top quality mattresses - I just wouldn't be risking what some people might or might not be putting on my beds. I also think BYO is more likely to attract the more budget style guest, who generally speaking are more problematic and likely to complain. I"ve not had direct experience however, so just my thoughts!
Regards
