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An amazing platform for renting out your property. It allows direct contact with guests and charges no commission. The subscription is very affordable compared to similar platforms. Houfy also offer... See more
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Houfy website works better and is easier to use than Airbnb and VRBO. It also works with no issues unlike the other well known sites. The fact that there are no fees with Houfy that have become more a... See more
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Houfy has multiple tools for us to use to enter our rental information and to embed code into our website. Their tools and booking system makes it very easy (and coat effective) for us to run our own... See more
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Company details
- #5 of 26 best companies in Vacation Rental
- #1 of 1 best companies in Cottage Rental
- #2 of 3 best companies in Holiday Apartment Rental
- #2 of 5 best companies in Holiday Home
- #1 of 1 best companies in Holiday Apartment
- #4 of 12 best companies in Vacation Home Rental Agency
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Houfy is the largest vacation rentals direct booking marketplace for rental property types such as homes, condos, cabins, apartments and rooms all over the world. The Houfy community offers more than 87,000 vacation rentals with no booking or service fees. Guests and hosts save money by booking vacation homes directly on Houfy. Easily search for a Houfy property and book your next condo, cabin, or house directly with a Houfy host anywhere in the world. Our mission is to empower everyone to book direct and save on service fees. We designed Houfy with hosts for hosts to be a true digital market place, not a middle man!
Our mission is to empower everyone to book directly and save money
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- We're committed to our members!
- At Houfy, we are driven by the belief that every host deserves the freedom to book direct, retain control over rental agreements, and foster open communication with their guests (Know your guest). We're revolutionizing the vacation rental marketplace by providing a platform that empowers our members to take charge and simplify the process of direct booking. We understand that it's your property, your money!
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1500 N Grant St # 4282, 80203, Denver, United States
- info@houfy.com
- www.houfy.com
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Easy to make a reservation and navigate…
Easy to make a reservation and navigate the website
April 7, 2026
Reply from Houfy
Love to hear it, exactly what we're aiming for! Thanks for the great review.
The site was easy to use
The site was easy to use. Response was very timely and communication was quick.
April 11, 2026
Reply from Houfy
Thanks for the great review! Glad to hear the site was easy to use and that communication was quick and responsive — that’s exactly what we aim for.
Host was a great communicator
Host was a great communicator. Home was clean and well appointed. The vacation was just what we were expecting.
April 4, 2026
Reply from Houfy
Thanks John
Your service and customer support is…
Your service and customer support is appreciated! I had very positive experience.
March 25, 2026
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Reply from Houfy
Thanks Bhatti
Snowbird Savings
Being able to work directly with a Host feels reassuring and saves me a hefty fee for my yearly 3-month Snowbird rental. The whole process is easy with Houfy.
January 1, 2026
Reply from Houfy
Thanks Mary
I haven't had a booking yet but just…
I haven't had a booking yet but just completed a test reservation and it all seems to be working well. The listing looks polished and professional.
April 3, 2026
Reply from Houfy
Thanks Carisa
We had such a lovely and memorable stay…
We had such a lovely and memorable stay at the farm house for our son's wedding! Very cozy and spacious. Plenty of room to entertain the wedding party and prepare for the big day! Stories and laughter around the firepit was especially wonderful. Beautiful sunsets overlooking the venue was a treat! Super convenient for the wedding weekend and experiencing true kindness from Laura and John made our most important day perfect!
Communication on Houfy was clear and easy to use.
March 26, 2026
Reply from Houfy
Thank you Kristen
I wish more people knew about Houfy
I wish more people knew about Houfy — they have an incredible platform with all the same features (and more) that Airbnb and Vrbo offer. You can even integrate your reviews from other sites directly onto your Houfy profile. The system gives hosts far more flexibility: multiple guest payment options, funds received in advance, and easy tools to add municipal taxes. Best of all, there are little to no additional fees for either guests or hosts. It’s a total win-win for everyone involved.
March 4, 2026
Reply from Houfy
This means a lot — thank you! We’re glad you’re seeing the value Houfy brings to both hosts and guests.
We’re continuing to build awareness and expand our reach, and support like this goes a long way. Appreciate you being part of the community!
Straightforward
Straightforward, easy, very transparent. Didn't feel like we were being cheated/nickel and dimed--great experience.
March 24, 2026
Reply from Houfy
That’s exactly what we aim for — straightforward, transparent, and no surprises. Glad you had a great experience, and thanks for the review!
The booking process was super simple…
The booking process was super simple and communication with my host was very efficient.
March 19, 2026
Reply from Houfy
Love to hear that — simple booking and smooth communication is exactly what we aim for. Thanks for the great review!
Easy communication with Owner
Easy communication with Owner. Rental was exactly as advertised.
March 18, 2026
Reply from Houfy
Great to hear, and thank you for the review.
Reply from Houfy
Great to hear — sounds like a fantastic stay! Love seeing hosts take pride in their homes. Thanks for sharing your experience.
Reply from Houfy
Thank you, Hopefully many more to come ☺️
Big Bass Bois Darc
My boys and I loved how it was gated and back of the road. Very quite!!
March 11, 2026
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Thanks Adam
The site was easy to navigate and…
The site was easy to navigate and communication is very quick.
March 10, 2026
Reply from Houfy
Thanks David
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Thank you
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