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At XL Escapes, we’re passionate about offering safe, comfortable, and welcoming holiday rentals for every member of the family—including reactive and exempt dogs. If you have a property that could provide a peaceful escape for pets and their owners, we’d love for you to join our community.
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Become a Host with XL Escapes
Do you own a dog-friendly property? Share it with those who need it most.
Key Benefits of Hosting with XL Escapes
Supportive Platform
Dedicated to creating a stress-free hosting experience.
Increased Visibility
Tap into a niche audience actively seeking pet-friendly stays.
Hassle-Free Management
We handle the hard work so you can focus on enjoying the rewards.
Transparent Earnings
Full insights into your bookings, payments, and performance analytics.
Why Host with XL Escapes?
Earn income and create memorable experiences for dog owners looking for their perfect getaway.
With XL Escapes, you’ll enjoy more bookings, complete flexibility, and a supportive platform that puts you in control.
By joining XL Escapes, you’re helping dog owners enjoy the peace of mind they deserve. Many of our guests struggle to find suitable accommodations that welcome their reactive or exempt dogs. Your property could be a lifeline, providing them a chance to truly relax with their pets.
Make a Difference
Hosting with us allows you to generate income while making a positive impact. You’ll reach a niche audience who are actively looking for places where they—and their dogs—feel welcomed and understood.
Earn Income with Purpose
Our team makes it simple to become a host. We handle the details, from listings and bookings to guest support. You’ll benefit from our platform’s visibility while we take care of the admin work, so you can focus on the joys of hosting.
Hassle-Free Process
Join a network of like-minded hosts who share a passion for creating dog-friendly spaces. We provide resources, tips, and community support to help you make the most of your hosting experience.
Supportive Community
What We’re Looking For
We’re on the lookout for properties that offer:
Secure, dog-friendly spaces, indoors and out
Comfort and quiet for both people and pets
A welcoming environment for reactive or exempt dogs
Properties that prioritise a memorable guest experience
Alpha Pack vs Big Paw Package
Feature | Alpha Pack (Full Integration) | Big Paw Package (Listing Only) |
|---|---|---|
Influencer Collaborations | Be part of campaigns with influencers boasting a combined 370,500+ followers, creating widespread exposure to a loyal and engaged pet-loving audience. | Same as Alpha Pack. |
Control Over Pricing/Rules | Full control via the Bookalet owner’s portal. | Full control managed independently by the host. |
Payment Handling | Managed entirely by XL Escapes, including deposits, balances, and optional damage deposits. | Payments handled directly by the host. |
Calendar Integration | Full syncing with Airbnb, Booking.com, Expedia, VRBO, and other major platforms. | Not included—calendar is managed by the host. |
Personalisation Options | Access XL Escapes’ customisable templates for guest communications and documents, or upload your own. | Not included. |
Email Blasts | Included in targeted campaigns sent to XL Escapes' niche audience of exempt dog owners and pet-friendly holiday seekers. | Same as Alpha Pack. |
Guest Support | XL Escapes can handle all inquiries and communications from guests. | Host manages all communications. |
Traffic Insights | Detailed analytics via Bookalet, showing booking trends and platform performance. | Monthly reports detailing traffic XL Escapes generates for your property’s site. |
Listing Fee | Free | £30/month (first month free). |
Social Media Exposure | Promotion on XL Escapes' social media platforms. Recent campaigns achieved 43,000+ views across just four TikTok videos and generated over 2,300 likes, comments, shares, and saves. | Same as Alpha Pack. |
Instant Booking Option | Optional: Instant booking or request-to-book available. | Managed by the host. |
Dedicated Marketing Management | Access to a professional marketing team skilled in crafting engaging posts, emails, and social content, designed to convert viewers into bookings. | Same as Alpha Pack. |
Guest Booking Fee | 5% paid by the guest. | None. |
Alpha Pack vs Big Paw Package
Feature | Alpha Pack (Full Integration) | Big Paw Package (Listing Only) |
|---|---|---|
Personalisation Options | Access XL Escapes’ customisable templates for guest communications and documents, or upload your own. | Not included. |
Instant Booking Option | Optional: Instant booking or request-to-book available. | Managed by the host. |
Guest Support | XL Escapes can handle all inquiries and communications from guests. | Host manages all communications. |
Control Over Pricing/Rules | Full control via the Bookalet owner’s portal. | Full control managed independently by the host. |
Guest Booking Fee | 5% paid by the guest. | None. |
Payment Handling | Managed entirely by XL Escapes, including deposits, balances, and optional damage deposits. | Payments handled directly by the host. |
Calendar Integration | Full syncing with Airbnb, Booking.com, Expedia, VRBO, and other major platforms. | Not included—calendar is managed by the host. |
Dedicated Marketing Management | Access to a professional marketing team skilled in crafting engaging posts, emails, and social content, designed to convert viewers into bookings. | Same as Alpha Pack. |
Listing Fee | Free | £30/month (first month free). |
Social Media Exposure | Promotion on XL Escapes' social media platforms. Recent campaigns achieved 43,000+ views across just four TikTok videos and generated over 2,300 likes, comments, shares, and saves. | Same as Alpha Pack. |
Influencer Collaborations | Be part of campaigns with influencers boasting a combined 370,500+ followers, creating widespread exposure to a loyal and engaged pet-loving audience. | Same as Alpha Pack. |
Email Blasts | Included in targeted campaigns sent to XL Escapes' niche audience of exempt dog owners and pet-friendly holiday seekers. | Same as Alpha Pack. |
Traffic Insights | Detailed analytics via Bookalet, showing booking trends and platform performance. | Monthly reports detailing traffic XL Escapes generates for your property’s site. |
Feature | Alpha Pack (Full Integration) | Big Paw Package (Listing Only) |
|---|---|---|
Personalisation Options | Access XL Escapes’ customisable templates for guest communications and documents, or upload your own. | Not included. |
Instant Booking Option | Optional: Instant booking or request-to-book available. | Managed by the host. |
Guest Support | XL Escapes can handle all inquiries and communications from guests. | Host manages all communications. |
Control Over Pricing/Rules | Full control via the Bookalet owner’s portal. | Full control managed independently by the host. |
Guest Booking Fee | 5% paid by the guest. | None. |
Payment Handling | Managed entirely by XL Escapes, including deposits, balances, and optional damage deposits. | Payments handled directly by the host. |
Calendar Integration | Full syncing with Airbnb, Booking.com, Expedia, VRBO, and other major platforms. | Not included—calendar is managed by the host. |
Dedicated Marketing Management | Access to a professional marketing team skilled in crafting engaging posts, emails, and social content, designed to convert viewers into bookings. | Same as Alpha Pack. |
Listing Fee | Free | £30/month (first month free). |
Social Media Exposure | Promotion on XL Escapes' social media platforms. Recent campaigns achieved 43,000+ views across just four TikTok videos and generated over 2,300 likes, comments, shares, and saves. | Same as Alpha Pack. |
Influencer Collaborations | Be part of campaigns with influencers boasting a combined 370,500+ followers, creating widespread exposure to a loyal and engaged pet-loving audience. | Same as Alpha Pack. |
Email Blasts | Included in targeted campaigns sent to XL Escapes' niche audience of exempt dog owners and pet-friendly holiday seekers. | Same as Alpha Pack. |
Traffic Insights | Detailed analytics via Bookalet, showing booking trends and platform performance. | Monthly reports detailing traffic XL Escapes generates for your property’s site. |
Feature | Alpha Pack (Full Integration) | Big Paw Package (Listing Only) |
|---|---|---|
Influencer Collaborations | Be part of campaigns with influencers boasting a combined 370,500+ followers, creating widespread exposure to a loyal and engaged pet-loving audience. | Same as Alpha Pack. |
Control Over Pricing/Rules | Full control via the Bookalet owner’s portal. | Full control managed independently by the host. |
Payment Handling | Managed entirely by XL Escapes, including deposits, balances, and optional damage deposits. | Payments handled directly by the host. |
Calendar Integration | Full syncing with Airbnb, Booking.com, Expedia, VRBO, and other major platforms. | Not included—calendar is managed by the host. |
Personalisation Options | Access XL Escapes’ customisable templates for guest communications and documents, or upload your own. | Not included. |
Email Blasts | Included in targeted campaigns sent to XL Escapes' niche audience of exempt dog owners and pet-friendly holiday seekers. | Same as Alpha Pack. |
Guest Support | XL Escapes can handle all inquiries and communications from guests. | Host manages all communications. |
Traffic Insights | Detailed analytics via Bookalet, showing booking trends and platform performance. | Monthly reports detailing traffic XL Escapes generates for your property’s site. |
Listing Fee | Free | £30/month (first month free). |
Social Media Exposure | Promotion on XL Escapes' social media platforms. Recent campaigns achieved 43,000+ views across just four TikTok videos and generated over 2,300 likes, comments, shares, and saves. | Same as Alpha Pack. |
Instant Booking Option | Optional: Instant booking or request-to-book available. | Managed by the host. |
Dedicated Marketing Management | Access to a professional marketing team skilled in crafting engaging posts, emails, and social content, designed to convert viewers into bookings. | Same as Alpha Pack. |
Guest Booking Fee | 5% paid by the guest. | None. |
Alpha Pack (Full Integration)
Our fully integrated Alpha Pack takes care of every booking detail—at no cost to you. Through a simple booking fee paid by guests, we handle bookings, calendar updates, and secure payments, giving you top-tier exposure while you focus on hosting. Effortless management, prime visibility, and a dedicated audience, all without the hassle of fees or commissions.
Big Paw Package
Perfect for hosts who prefer to manage bookings on their own website with no integration. The Big Paw Package offers a simple listing on XL Escapes with a direct link to your booking page. For only £30/month (with the first month free!), you’ll benefit from increased visibility and a dedicated audience of pet owners seeking safe, welcoming spaces.
Our Hosting Packages
Select the package that best fits your needs and start welcoming guests to your property. Discover what’s included in each package and explore the benefits designed to make hosting seamless and rewarding.