The House Rules Screen is designed to outline the rules and expectations for guests staying at your property. Whether it's prohibiting parties, smoking, or unregistered visitors, this screen allows you to clearly communicate your policies. By ensuring that guests agree to these rules before proceeding with check-in, you can prevent potential issues and maintain a harmonious environment.
What Are House Rules?
House rules are guidelines and expectations set by the property manager that guests must agree to before staying at the property. These rules can cover a wide range of topics, including:
- No Parties: Prohibiting parties or large gatherings.
- No Smoking: Banning smoking inside the property.
- No Unregistered Visitors: Restricting access to the property to registered guests only.
- Quiet Hours: Setting specific times during which noise must be kept to a minimum.
- Pet Policies: Outlining whether pets are allowed and any related conditions.
Setting Up the House Rules Screen
Customizing the House Rules Screen in Autohost is a straightforward process. Here’s how you can do it:
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Log into Your Autohost Account:
- Navigate to Guest Portal > Screens > House Rules.
- Navigate to Guest Portal > Screens > House Rules.
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Enable the House Rules Screen:
- Toggle the House Rules Screen option ON to enable it for your guests.
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Customize the Content:
- Enter your house rules in the provided text box. Be clear and concise in outlining your expectations. Common rules include no parties, no smoking, no unregistered visitors, quiet hours, and pet policies.
- Enter your house rules in the provided text box. Be clear and concise in outlining your expectations. Common rules include no parties, no smoking, no unregistered visitors, quiet hours, and pet policies.
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Set Field Requirements:
- Ensure that guests must agree to the house rules before proceeding. This can be done by including a checkbox that guests must tick to confirm their agreement.
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Save the Configuration:
- Click "Save" to finalize your settings.
Example of House Rules
Here’s an example of how you might set up house rules in Autohost:
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No Parties
- Description: Parties and large gatherings are strictly prohibited. Violation of this rule may result in immediate eviction and additional charges.
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No Smoking
- Description: Smoking is not allowed inside the property. Please use designated smoking areas outside. A cleaning fee will be charged for any violations.
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No Unregistered Visitors
- Description: Only registered guests are allowed on the property. Unregistered visitors are not permitted.
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Quiet Hours
- Description: Quiet hours are from 10:00 PM to 7:00 AM. Please respect our neighbors and keep noise to a minimum during these times.
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Pet Policies
- Description: Pets are not allowed unless explicitly approved by the property manager. Additional fees and conditions may apply.
Guest Agreement
Autohost ensures that guests agree to your house rules before they proceed with their booking. During the check-in process, guests will be presented with the house rules and must agree to them to complete their reservation.