Security cameras , a good idea or a guest deterrent?

[Simon-And-Helena1]

Hi , 

we we have had a few things happen that makes me think it’s a good idea to put up 2 or 3 cloud based exterior security cameras . Things like extra guests turning up that have not paid.  a few outside breakages , guests frightened there may be prowlers etc . We do not live on site so we aren’t there to monitor what’s going on . We have just become superhosts and want to continue the high level of hosting we have worked to achieve 

i was hoping to hear from

people that have security cameras installed at properties to see if it works out well , or can it even be seen as a deterrent ? If I was a guest something that adds to guest security would not bother me ,  but I can understand it may bother others . I am aware they must be declared and I have no problem doing that .  

Before I make the investment , I was Hoping to gauge  the general feeling on having cameras monitor the property from those that have them .

thank you for any assistance you may be able to offer .

kind regards 

Simon and Helena 

[Gerry-And-Rashid0]

@Simon-And-Helena1

Cameras are certainly a deterrent for all types of anti-social behaviour on and around your property - and can also make guests feel secure. But they are just a deterrent - and anyone who is determined enough will find their way around them. Also, be careful that you don't become a security cam addict - watching hours of footage to find something suspicious! 

As you say, make sure guests are aware there are exterior security cameras

[Helen3]

The only guests that would be deterred by outside cameras are the sort of guests you wouldn't want to hosts.

CCTV is not expensive out all and you can get a system link to your phone and computer so it is accessible at all times. And which you can share with your local co-host.

Just make sure you add in information about it as Airbnb requires in your listing.