The HomeExchange guests’ checklist
For a perfect exchange
To help you prepare for your arrival in your host’s home (and your departure at the end of your stay) we've put together some of the best advice from our team.
Before your arrival
Make sure you know:
- Where and when to collect the keys and where to leave them when you depart.
- What your host expects in terms of cleaning at the end of the stay.
- If there are any special instructions for certain appliances, pets or plants.
- What to do with the bed linen and towels before leaving the home.
During your stay
Good to know
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At the end of your stay
Leave the home as you found it
- Tidy up and clean as agreed with your host.
- Air out the bed and leave the bed linen and towels as agreed.
- Remove your leftovers from the fridge and take out the rubbish.
- Make sure there are no dirty dishes left.
- If you broke something, talk to your host about it.
- If any important mail has arrived, let them know!
