Privacy Policy

Effective Date: 24 June 2026

This Privacy Policy describes how Edward and Laura ("we," "us," or "the hosts") collect, use, and protect information in connection with our short-term rental property located at 1816 Lamont St NW, Washington, DC 20010 ("the Property"), including our SMS text messaging program for guests.

1. Information We Collect

When you book a stay at the Property or contact us regarding a reservation, we may collect:

  • Your name

  • Your phone number

  • Your reservation dates

  • Any messages or communications you send to us

We collect this information directly from you, through the Airbnb platform, or through our reservation opt-in form.

2. How We Use Your Information

We use the information collected to:

  • Coordinate and confirm your reservation

  • Send you SMS text messages related to your stay, including check-in instructions, property access codes, house rules, and checkout reminders

  • Respond to questions or requests related to your stay

  • Provide customer support during your reservation

3. SMS Messaging Program

If you opt in to receive SMS messages from us, you will receive text messages related solely to your reservation and stay. Message frequency varies depending on your reservation. Message and data rates may apply.

You may opt out of receiving SMS messages at any time by replying STOP to any message. You may also contact us directly at [your email or phone number] to be removed from our messaging list. Opting out of SMS messages will not affect your reservation or your ability to receive check-in and stay-related information through other means, such as email or the Airbnb messaging platform.

4. No Sharing of Mobile Information for Marketing

We do not share, sell, rent, or disclose mobile opt-in data or phone numbers collected for SMS messaging purposes with any third party or affiliate for marketing or promotional purposes. Your phone number and consent to receive text messages are used solely for the purpose of communicating with you about your reservation and stay at the Property.

5. Other Disclosure of Information

We may disclose your information only in the following limited circumstances:

  • To comply with a legal obligation, court order, or government request

  • To protect the safety, rights, or property of our guests, ourselves, or others

  • To service providers who assist us in operating the Property or our messaging program (such as Twilio, our SMS provider), solely for the purpose of delivering services to you

We do not sell your personal information.

6. Data Retention

We retain guest contact information only as long as necessary to fulfill the purposes described in this policy, such as for the duration of your reservation and a reasonable period afterward for record-keeping or legal purposes.

7. Your Choices

You may:

  • Decline to opt in to SMS messaging at any time. Declining will not affect your ability to book or complete your stay; check-in and stay information will still be provided via email or the Airbnb platform.

  • Opt out of SMS messages at any time by replying STOP.

  • Request access to, correction of, or deletion of your personal information by contacting us at [your email or phone number].

8. Children's Privacy

Our messaging program and services are not directed to individuals under the age of 18. We do not knowingly collect personal information from children.

9. Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be posted on this page with an updated effective date.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy or our SMS messaging program, please contact us:

Edward and Laura Email: edward.slavis@gmail.com . Phone: 202-849-7878