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What is KynStay?

KynStay is a private property sharing platform built for people who want to share their vacation homes with friends and family — without listing on a public marketplace. You decide who gets access, what they pay (if anything), and when they can stay. Think of it as the missing layer between "just text me" and Airbnb.

Why KynStay exists

Millions of people share vacation homes with the people they know. A lake house that cousins rotate through every summer. A ski cabin that a group of college friends books each January. A beach cottage that parents open up to their kids and grandkids.

Most of this sharing happens informally — text threads, spreadsheets, Venmo requests, and a lot of back-and-forth. It works until it doesn't. Dates overlap. Someone forgets to pay. Nobody knows when the place is actually free.

Some homeowners list on Airbnb or VRBO and that works great for public guests — but those platforms aren't designed for the people you already know. You can't give family a fee-free booking link or set different rates for close friends. And if you don't want to list publicly at all, your only option is the group chat. Either way, there's a gap.

KynStay fills that gap. It gives you real tools — calendars, booking management, payment tracking, tiered pricing — without turning your home into a public rental. Your property stays private. Every guest is someone you've personally invited. Want the full walkthrough? See how KynStay works for both hosts and guests.

How it works

1

List your property

Add your home with photos, details, and availability. Your listing is never public — only the people you invite will ever see it.

2

Invite your people

Send invite links or share codes to friends, family, or anyone you trust. You can create different share links for different groups and control access at any time.

3

Guests browse and book

Invited guests see your property, check the calendar, and request dates. You approve or decline each booking from your dashboard.

4

Manage everything in one place

Track bookings, sync calendars, manage guest access, and handle payments — all from a single dashboard designed for private sharing, not public hosting.

What makes KynStay different

KynStay isn't another Airbnb clone. It's a different kind of tool — one that puts trust, privacy, and flexibility first. Here's what sets it apart.

Invite-only access

Your property is never listed publicly. Only people you invite can see or book it. No public search, no browse page, no strangers.

Minimal fees

With direct payment, there are zero fees — the price you set is the price they see. Integrated KynStay payments are coming soon, with a 5% processing fee. Either way, no hidden costs or platform surcharges.

Direct payments

Payments go directly between you and your guests. KynStay helps you track payment status — hosts confirm when payment is received — but the money moves on your terms.

Tiered pricing

Set different rates for different people. Immediate family stays free, close friends get a discount, extended network pays a fair rate. You define the tiers.

Calendar sync

Sync with external calendars to block dates automatically. If you also list on other platforms, KynStay prevents double bookings.

Works alongside Airbnb

Already list on other platforms? Import your iCal calendar so your availability stays in sync. Use KynStay for your inner circle, keep public listings for everyone else.

KynStay vs. public rental platforms

Platforms like Airbnb and VRBO are built for public guests. They charge service fees, take a cut from hosts, and don't offer a way to give your inner circle a private, fee-free booking experience. Whether you use those platforms alongside KynStay or not at all, KynStay handles the part they can't — organized, fair, and simple sharing with the people you know.

Who is KynStay for?

KynStay is designed for anyone who owns or manages a property that they share privately. Here are a few common scenarios:

  • Families with shared vacation homes — coordinate who stays when, split costs fairly, and stop relying on group chats to manage the schedule.

  • Homeowners who share with friends — let your friends browse availability and book on their own, without the awkwardness of texting to ask every time.

  • Hosts who want privacy alongside public listings — keep your Airbnb listing for strangers and use KynStay for the people you know, with calendar sync to prevent conflicts.

  • Groups and communities — churches, clubs, or friend groups that share access to a property can use tiered pricing and share links to manage access for different circles.

It's free for guests. Hosts pay a small monthly subscription to list properties and manage bookings — with a free trial to get started. For a deeper look at how KynStay compares to property management software, read why KynStay is not a PMS.

Ready to get started?

Set up your property in minutes. Invite your people, manage bookings, and keep everything organized — without the fees, the strangers, or the spreadsheets.

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