Welcome Book Templates by Property Type
Every property is unique. Choose the template that fits your rental type and create a professional welcome book your guests will love.
Gîte
Arrival directions, local producers, hiking trails and house rules for your rural cottage.
Chalet
Ski resort info, fireplace safety, winter driving tips and mountain restaurant recommendations.
Villa
Pool rules, garden care, luxury amenities and curated dining recommendations for your villa.
Apartment
Building access, parking, public transport and neighbourhood essentials for your apartment.
Studio
Quick check-in, space guide, nearby essentials and local tips for your studio.
Bed & Breakfast
Breakfast schedule, house rules, shared spaces and the host's personal recommendations.
Holiday Home
Family activities, BBQ instructions, beach access and emergency contacts for your holiday home.
Campsite / Mobile Home
Pitch rules, facilities map, campground info and local market tips for your campsite.
Why pick a welcome book template matched to your property type?
A generic welcome book misses what makes your rental unique. A rural gîte, an urban studio and a villa with a pool don’t need the same recommendations or the same practical instructions. Starting from a template designed for your property type saves time and prevents classic omissions (specific access codes, equipment quirks, rules tied to the space).
Our templates cover the eight most common short-term rental categories: gîte, chalet, villa, apartment, studio, bed and breakfast, holiday home and campsite. Each one comes with a pre-written section structure, local content suggestions, and the legal information guests look for first (parking, smoking, pets, late check-out).
What to include in your rental welcome book
Whatever the property, six pieces of information are systematically expected by guests. That’s the baseline. You then add the sections that are specific to your space and your destination.
- Detailed arrival instructions with GPS coordinates, gate or lockbox code, and photos of visual landmarks when the access isn’t obvious
- Wi-Fi network with a QR connection code, so you don’t have to spell the password over the phone on arrival night
- How the key equipment works: heating, AC, hob, oven, washing machine, TV, plus any specific gear (hot tub, sauna, BBQ, kayaks)
- House rules: smoking, pets, parties, departure time, sorting and recycling, and a precise list of what to leave clean
- Local recommendations you have actually tested: three restaurants, two bakeries, the good Sunday market, and seasonal activities and walks
- Useful numbers: your WhatsApp, a trusted neighbour for when you’re away, emergencies (112), local doctor and on-duty pharmacy
How LivretAccueil speeds up writing your welcome book
Instead of starting from a blank page, pick the template that matches your property type and start with a complete structure. You fill in your specifics (address, codes, recommendations), and the welcome book is immediately available online with its own URL, a printable QR code to display in the property, and a printable PDF version.
International travellers are a growing share of Airbnb and Booking guests. LivretAccueil automatically translates your content into each guest’s language (English, Spanish, Italian, German, Dutch, Portuguese, Polish, Russian, Chinese). You write once in French, guests read in their own language. The service is free, with no cap on properties or guests.
Frequently Asked Questions
Which welcome book template should I choose?
Start by property type (gîte, apartment, villa, chalet, studio, bed and breakfast, holiday home or campsite). Each template is built around the expectations of guests in that category. If your property sits between two categories (say, a large studio in a rural tourist area), start with the one that fits the majority of your guests. You can adjust afterwards.
Can I customise the templates?
Yes, fully. Every section can be edited, removed or reordered. You add your own photos, copy and recommendations. You can also change the colours and logo to stay on-brand for yourself or for the property management company you work with.
Are the templates really free?
Yes, no commitment and no credit card. You create an account, pick a template and publish. No cap on properties, no cap on guests, no ads inside the welcome book.
Can I print the welcome book as a PDF?
Yes, every welcome book exports to a print-ready PDF. You can leave it on the kitchen table alongside the digital version accessible via QR code. Many owners use both formats in parallel.
How long does it take to write a welcome book from a template?
Allow 20 to 45 minutes for a complete welcome book the first time. The template is pre-filled with the classic sections, you replace the examples with your own information. After that (second property, new season), it’s much faster by duplicating an existing book.
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