Renting For Parties/Events (2024)

Renting For Parties/Events

Good morning Airbnb Community,

I hope this finds you well. I know this topic has possibly been done to death, but I'm new here and my attempts to find an answer were futile. I just have a question for the hosts and how they feel about renting for parties.

The general impression I've gotten is that most hosts are terrified of parties (as they have the right to be.) There are many guests who would be completely negligent in the care of another's property, which is unfortunate. I write to you because next June for my birthday I'd like to rent a nice home with a pool for an old fashioned backyard BBQ/pool party in Los Angeles during the afternoon/early evening.

I'm in my early 30's and most of my friends are in the age range of 30-40. I'm not looking to host a WILD party complete with a bunch of decorations and drunks breaking things/making a mess. But more so 20-25 people stopping by to swim, eat some food, play some board/card games, dominoes and such. Nothing wild at all. I moved from LA 5 years ago and would just like a day with old friends in one space for old times sake.

In my mind the party would go from 12-9 and I'd rent it the day before the party for setup, the day of the party and the following day for cleanup for a total of three nights.

Is this feasible? Am I wishing for something that no one would agree to or are there terms I could discuss with a few hosts to find someone willing to trust that I'd respect their space? I'm definitely willing to compensate for any troubles, it's just that I'd really like this to happen lol.

Let me know, thanks!

-Brandon