Garage

[Andrea4277]

Should/could I charge an extra fee for the use of my garage, esp for long term guests?

[Jane4678]

Hi Andrea, if there’s no other parking I wouldn’t charge but if you have other parking spaces then I would charge for guests to park in the garage. Hope that helps 

[Joannah5]

Hello! 

Regarding enquiry regarding extra charge for use of garage:

Be sure that this is clarified in the house rules section.

No one likes surprise bills that have not been accounted for . 

[Lilian122]

Hello!

if the garage is inside the house, I wouldn't charge extra, since I assume you rent out the whole house. The exception is if the garage is located on the same lot but away, then why not offer an extra safe option to store your motorbikes or car in the garage for a small extra charge. 

Best regards 🌞 

Lilian 

[Liza3836]

Hi Andrea,

This seems like a tough call. I would ask yourself how many guests request the use of the garage? Also, are there potential safety issues related to garage use, age of guests, etc? Are you willing to take on those risks? If so, do you charge the extra fee or include it in the total price of listing? 

Good luck deciding!

[Paula]

Hola @Andrea4277, I hope you’re doing well, and thank you so much for bringing this question to our community.

Our amazing hosts have shared their advice, and I was wondering if you’ve had a chance to read through it. Have you made a decision yet? 😊

Please keep us posted on what you decide in the end.

Regards 🌻

[Andrea4277 · Accepted solution]

Thank you all so much for your kind responses to my inquiry. I did in the end decide to charge a nominal monthly charge for use of the garage for my long term guests who ask. The garage is otherwise not available.

[Jecelyn0]

It is up to you Mam. If you are not using it why not have it rented with minimal charge that's fair with you and your guest. 

[Luigi1113]

Ciao Andrea4277, poco lontano dalla mia struttura cè un parcheggio che mi consente di utilizzarlo , previo pagamento, al momento del bisogno.

Google Translation added by Community Manager:  Hi Andrea4277, not far from my facility there is a car park that allows me to use it, upon payment, when needed.

[Jana1479]

I think it is up to you and how the guests will response. Jana

[Kostas-And-Stamos0]

Hi Andrea! Nice to meet you! In my opinion, it's better not to charge an extra fee for short term guests in order to have a competitive price for your property. But for long term guests, you must charge an extra small fee. Another idea is to compare other properties in your area to check how they handle such situations searching through Airbnb platform.

I wish you health and success!

Best regards from Athens, Greece!

🙂