Connect your accommodations with Interhome
Expand the visibility of your properties and reach more travelers with direct connection to Interhome.
With over 60 years of experience, this Swiss vacation rental agency allows you to access a well-established international market and enjoy simplified synchronization and management processes.
What is Interhome and what are the benefits of connecting it?
Interhome is one of the leading specialists in Europe for vacation homes. It manages more than 40,000 properties in 28 countries, backed by 200 local offices and a strong distribution network.
By connecting your property:
You access a global market with bookings mainly from France, Germany, Spain, and Switzerland.
Your accommodation is offered in over 15 languages, facilitating the conversion of international customers.
You gain a trusted channel, with 900,000 guests per year and one of the highest occupancy rates in the industry.
You have 24/7 support and the peace of mind of working with a solid group with local presence.
Step by step: how onboarding with Interhome works
Connection request: contact the Interhome Connectivity team.
Initial contact: the Interhome Key Account Manager will validate the feasibility of the project.
Activation in Avantio: enable Interhome as a channel from your system.
Technical review: Interhome verifies your property information and creates test accommodations.
Operational tests: bookings and cancellations are simulated to ensure correct synchronization.
Commercial agreement: once signed, your properties are published on the platform.
⏳ Estimated process duration: 4 weeks.
What synchronizes with Interhome
Photos, descriptions, and features of the property
Rates and pricing rules (with real-time calculation)
Availability and bookings
Minimum and maximum stays (between 2 and 28 days)
Allowed check-in/check-out dates
Occupancy rules and supplements
Extras, discounts, and payment methods
Accepted services and extras: heating, air conditioning, heated pool, final cleaning, bed linen, towels, crib, pets, etc.
Types of discounts: early booking, last minute, by number of occupants, among others.
Accepted currencies: CHF, CZK, DKK, EUR, GBP, NOK, PLN, SEK, USD, ZAR.
Payment methods: Mastercard, Visa, PayPal, and payment on invoice.
Best practices
Always upload high-quality photos, they are key to standing out on Interhome.
Ensure your descriptive texts are clear and attractive: remember they are translated into several languages.
Properly adjust the minimum and maximum stay rules before publication.
Common mistakes
Activating the connection with incomplete information on the property.
Not checking the consistency of prices and supplements across all channels.
Relying too much on automatic descriptions: always review and personalize.
Quick checklist
Before activating the connection, make sure that:
Your photos meet quality standards.
The descriptions are complete and adapted.
Availability and rates are up to date.
You have reviewed discounts, supplements, and extras.
Additional resources
Official website: www.interhome.com
Frequently asked questions
How long does the onboarding process take?
Approximately 4 weeks from the request to the publication of your properties.
Can I offer seasonal discounts?
Yes, Interhome allows you to activate discounts and extras based on the season.
Are final prices shown to the guest?
Yes, the portal breaks down the price with all mandatory and optional services.
What happens if I receive a cancellation?
Interhome manages its own cancellation policies, synchronized on the portal.
Who should I contact in case of issues?
You can write to [email protected] or contact Martin Tischer ([email protected]).
👉 In summary: Connecting your property with Interhome is a safe investment to expand your reach, increase your bookings, and simplify your management. Once set up, spend time optimizing photos, descriptions, and rates to make the most of this channel.