OurSharedPlace

About OurSharedPlace

Tired of the chaos that comes with co-owning a vacation home? Welcome to OurSharedPlace, the ultimate digital command center designed to transform shared property ownership from a chore into a joy! We're built for families and friends who co-own a getaway, whether it's a lakeside cabin, a beach house, or a ski chalet. Stop juggling endless group texts, lost emails, and confusing spreadsheets! OurSharedPlace brings every essential task—booking coordination, maintenance tracking, document storage, and financial management—into one beautifully organized, shared space. Imagine a private, professional hub that combines the best of a shared calendar, a communication platform, and a digital filing cabinet, all tailored specifically for co-owners. Our mission is simple: to eliminate the headaches of double-bookings, forgotten repairs, and expense confusion so you and your co-owners can spend less time coordinating and MUCH more time creating memories at your beloved shared getaway. It's ownership, simplified!

Features of OurSharedPlace

Smart Booking Calendar

Coordinate everyone's stays with absolute ease using our intuitive, shared calendar! This powerful tool ensures fair scheduling and completely eliminates double-bookings. You can set approval rules, manage member quotas, and even export your calendar to Airbnb, VRBO, Google Calendar, and Apple Calendar via iCal. Automatic notifications keep everyone in the loop the moment the schedule changes, so there are never any surprises about who's using the home and when!

Centralized Document & Contact Hub

Say goodbye to hunting for the Wi-Fi password or the plumber's number! OurSharedPlace provides a secure, centralized vault for all your property's essential information. Store appliance manuals, warranty documents, contracts, and receipts. Keep a dedicated contact directory for all your trusted vendors, property managers, and local services. Every owner has instant, fingertip access to everything they need, making every visit smooth and stress-free from the moment they arrive!

Collaborative Financial Tracking

Finally put an end to the "who paid for what?" confusion! Our platform includes clear and simple tools for tracking shared expenses, rental income, and member contributions. See who owes what at a glance with our automatic settlement suggestions, which minimize the number of transactions needed between owners. When it's time for an annual financial cleanup, a one-click reset makes it incredibly easy to start fresh for the new year!

Interactive Discussion Board & Blog

Capture your property's unique story and keep conversations organized! Use the threaded discussion board to ask questions, share updates, and have meaningful conversations with co-owners—complete with emoji reactions and email notifications. The private property blog is perfect for posting maintenance notes, local tips, check-in instructions, and preserving cherished family traditions. It’s the perfect place to build and share your home's collective knowledge!

Use Cases of OurSharedPlace

Managing a Multi-Family Vacation Home

Keep the peace and ensure fairness in a home shared by several families! Use the booking calendar with quotas to guarantee each family gets their fair share of prime summer weeks. The financial tracker simplifies splitting costs for property taxes, insurance, and a new roof, while the discussion board is ideal for voting on decor updates or planning a group maintenance weekend. Everyone stays informed and happy!

Coordinating a Rental Property with Co-Owners

Maximize your rental income and minimize management headaches! Sync the OurSharedPlace calendar directly with Airbnb and VRBO to automatically block dates and prevent double-bookings between owner stays and guest rentals. Track rental income and related expenses transparently with all owners, and use the document storage to keep lease agreements and cleaner contacts handy for everyone involved in the operation!

Preserving a Legacy Family Cottage

Pass down the magic and the practical know-how to the next generation! Use the property blog to document family history, local fishing spots, and quirky appliance instructions. Store scanned copies of original deeds and photos in the document library. The shared calendar respectfully manages visits for a growing family tree, and the to-do list ensures recurring tasks like winterizing the pipes are never forgotten, preserving your treasure for years to come!

Streamlining a Friends' Investment Property

Run your shared investment like a smooth, professional operation! OurSharedPlace provides the structure needed for clear communication and decision-making among friends. Track all income and expenses meticulously for tax time, store contractor invoices and warranty info, and use the discussion board for formal votes on capital improvements. It keeps the business side organized so your friendship stays the focus!

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the calendar sync with Airbnb and VRBO work?

It's wonderfully simple! OurSharedPlace generates a secure, unique iCal link for your property's calendar. You just copy and paste this link into the calendar sync settings on Airbnb, VRBO, or other booking platforms. Our system automatically updates these external calendars every few hours, pushing your owner reservations out to block those dates on rental sites. This prevents double-bookings automatically! Remember, this feature is completely optional and turned off by default.

Is my property's information secure and private?

Absolutely! Security and privacy are our top priorities. Your OurSharedPlace site is a private digital space accessible only to the members you explicitly invite. We use role-based permissions (Admin, Member, Guest) to control exactly what each person can see and do. Your data is stored securely, and we never share your property information with third parties. You have complete control over your shared home's digital footprint.

What if some of our co-owners aren't very tech-savvy?

We've designed OurSharedPlace to be incredibly intuitive and easy for everyone! The interface is clean and straightforward, resembling tools people already use like Google Calendar. We provide clear guides, and the email notifications help keep less-active users in the loop. Many families find that having one organized place for everything actually simplifies life for their less-techy members, as they no longer have to dig through chaotic email chains!

Can we try it before committing to a paid plan?

Yes, and we highly encourage it! We offer a full 14-day free trial with no credit card required. This gives you and your co-owners plenty of time to create your property, invite members, test the calendar, and upload documents. Experience firsthand how it can transform your coordination. After the trial, the cost is just $79 per year, per property—a small price for year-round peace of mind and organization!