Why owners use Frenting
Airbnb works great for some people—but it's not for everyone.
Maybe you love your place too much to open it up to strangers. Maybe you worry about damage, overuse, or neighbor blowback. Or maybe you already share with friends and family but you need an easier way to manage requests.
Frenting is built for private rentals between people who already trust each other. Listings are shared within your trusted circles or via private links. There's no public search, no maps and no strangers.
What Frenting handles
Private bookings
Listings are visible only to people inside your trusted circles or via private link.
Simple payments
Guests pay when they book, so you don't have to chase money or send reminders.
Clear expectations
House rules are visible and agreed to before anyone books.
Automatic confirmations
Everyone receives booking confirmations and reminders.
How it works
Add your space
Upload photos, availability, house rules, and pricing.
Invite your trusted circle
Invite friends, family, or neighbors you trust. You are always in control of who sees your listing and who can book it.
Keep everything organized
Bookings, payments, and confirmations happen in one place.
Getting paid
Guests pay upfront when they book. Payments are clear and documented so everyone stays on the same page.
- No Venmo follow-ups.
- No awkward reminders.
You get paid within 3 business days of confirming a booking. You can also share your space with no charge.
What you can list
Cabins, lake houses and vacation homes
Campers, RVs, and vans
Boats and recreational equipment
Guest houses and second homes