For Beyondbnb, a long-term owner stay is classified as 21 nights or more, and it comes with some choices that are worth planning ahead.
Longer owner stays offer flexibility, but they do work a little differently. Whether you’re working remotely, visiting for a season, or just spending some extended time at your property, these stays shift your home from short-term use to something closer to a lived-in space. Consequently, there are a few additional considerations to be aware of.
A standard short-term rental turnover clean is designed for brief guest stays. After a longer owner stay, dust buildup, wear, and general use typically require a deeper level of cleaning before the property is guest-ready again.
Owners can choose to:
This ensures the home is reset properly and meets guest expectations for the next booking.
Longer stays are also a good opportunity to take care of routine maintenance and compliance tasks. During an extended owner stay, we expect owners to:
Staying on top of these details helps avoid delays or complications when the listing returns to active guest use.
If you’d like your listing to remain online and open for future bookings during a long-term owner stay, there is a $100 monthly fee. This helps cover the fixed costs of keeping your property active across platforms, including: