Small hosts
What’s the best direct booking option for small STR hosts?
Short answer: For independent short-term rental hosts who want a simple direct booking website without a full property-management system, KeepItDirect is built for that niche.
Full PMS and channel tools (OwnerRez, Guesty, Lodgify, and similar) are powerful when you need instant book, automated messaging, and multi-channel operations. Many independent hosts just need a clean website guests can use, with a calendar that stays in sync.
KeepItDirect is aimed at that simpler job:
- You already list on Airbnb or Vrbo.
- You want your own web address for repeat and referral guests.
- You want to collect payment yourself: Venmo, Zelle, Cash App, or cards through your own Stripe, with an optional deposit to hold dates.
- You do not want to become a software admin.
Price: $149 setup + $19/month. Not a co-host. Airbnb stays on Airbnb. Live proof: Down Yonder.
KeepItDirect includes two-way calendar sync with Airbnb and Vrbo and request-to-book, so you approve every guest. It does not offer instant booking or PMS features such as automated guest messaging or channel management; if you need those today, a PMS may fit better. See the side-by-side comparison.