In this article, we'll guide you through the Property's General Settings and explain what each option covers. These settings should always be double-checked before enabling and listing your property. Some settings can be configured beforehand and then selected within the General Settings tab. We'll break down all the available settings for you below.
1. Availability Settings
- Min/Max Stay Allowed Nights
These settings control the minimum and maximum length of stay for bookings. For example, you can require that a booking be at least 2 nights or no longer than 14 nights.
- Default Availability
This setting allows you to input a default availability for your property, ensuring your property is open for bookings according to your preferred schedule. (To find out more about this, click [HERE]).
- Changeover Days
Changeover days allow you to set a buffer between bookings. This ensures you have enough time to manage back-to-back bookings efficiently. You can select anywhere from no changeover days to up to 3 days of pause between bookings.
- Allowed Booking Category
You can choose whether your property is available for Instant Booking or Request to Book. Instant Booking allows guests to book immediately, while Request to Book requires approval before confirming the reservation. (To find out more about this, click [HERE]).
- Min Prior Notify Days
This setting allows you to specify a minimum timeframe for bookings, preventing last-minute reservations that could lead to overbookings.
- Max Booking Window
This option lets you control how far in advance guests can book your property. You can open your calendar for up to 24 months in advance.
2. Pricing Settings
- Min Nightly Rate
This is a failsafe feature that sets a minimum nightly rate for your property. For instance, if your minimum nightly rate is $100 but a discount lowers the rate to $95, you will receive a notification requesting your confirmation before finalizing the booking. ( To find out more on how to Set up rates check HERE)
- Base Occupancy
This represents the base number of guests your property can accommodate at the default rate.
- Extra Guest Rate
This option allows you to charge an additional fee for extra guests beyond the base occupancy.
- Payment Schedule
You can set up a payment schedule for your property, determining when and how payments are made. (To find out more about payment schedules, click [HERE]).
- Security Deposit & Authorization/Release Days
This setting allows you to configure the security deposit amount and specify when the authorization and release of the deposit should take place. (More details on this can be found [HERE]).
3. Property Taxes
This section allows you to configure taxes for your property, which is especially helpful if you have properties in different countries. These tax settings can be tailored to each individual property. (To configure taxes, check out more details [HERE]).
4. Property Fees
Here, you can set up the property fees that were initially configured for your property. This ensures that any extra charges related to your property are applied correctly. (To configure fees, see more [HERE]).
5. Host Revenue Share
This feature lets you set up the homeowner's revenue share based on tax class, type, and host. You can manage how revenue is split between the property owner and any other parties involved. (More information on this can be found [HERE]).
6. Travel Agent Settings
This setting allows you to set up a commission structure for your travel agents on a per-property basis. You can assign different commission rates depending on the property. (More information can be found [HERE]).
By familiarizing yourself with and correctly setting up these general settings, you ensure that your property is well-prepared for guests and compliant with all necessary requirements. Be sure to revisit these settings regularly to make adjustments as needed.
For further assistance or detailed guides, feel free to explore the provided links or reach out to support.