Airbnb Setup & Optimisation Course
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Listing Setup: Vrbo- Setting up Vrbo in OwnerRez

Listing Setup: Vrbo - Setup

In short

Before Vrbo can be connected, OwnerRez needs its Vrbo channel settings configured, because OwnerRez becomes the source of truth for the listing. These settings cover how unpaid bookings are handled, cancellation policy, security deposit versus damage protection, short house rules, channel pricing and review syncing. Setting them carefully up front means Vrbo bookings follow the same rules as your other channels without manual fixes later.

What this lesson covers

  • What this lesson does and why it matters
  • Before you start
  • Each setting explained in plain English
  • Unpaid (pending) bookings: steps 4 to 7
  • Security deposit: step 8
  • Lead time and maximum availability: steps 9 and 10
  • Cancellation policy: step 11
  • House rules: steps 12 to 14
  • Auto-generate and the markup: steps 15 to 17
  • Booking confirmation and review syncing: steps 18 to 21
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Questions people ask

Can OwnerRez connect to Vrbo?

Yes. OwnerRez has a direct Vrbo integration that pushes listing content, rates, availability and policies to Vrbo once the connection is approved.

Are Vrbo house rules different from Airbnb house rules?

Yes. Vrbo house rules are short, with a character limit per line, so hosts usually list only the most important rules there and share full house rules after booking.

Should I use a security deposit or damage protection on Vrbo?

Many hosts prefer damage protection over a security deposit on Vrbo, as it covers accidental damage without holding a large amount of the guest's money.

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