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Swap homes & travel freely

Members-only home exchange network, powered by close community. Share homes and travel for $0/nightly.

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Renters & owners welcome

Relax in comfort and style during your home exchange with Kindred, the affordable and convenient alternative to HomeExchange and LoveHomeSwap. Enjoy a cozy living room with lush greenery, panoramic city views, and the ease of our user-friendly home swap app. Swap homes like a local and create unforgettable memories today.
Enjoy a unique Kindred home swap in our Mexican retreat with a modern kitchen and stunning city views. Relax in the lush living room and use our innovative home swap app for a private and convenient exchange. Book now for an unforgettable experience and discover why Kindred is a top alternative to traditional accommodations.
Experience the convenience and affordability of Kindred’s home exchange platform - the perfect alternative to Airbnb. Enjoy peaceful and cozy sleeping quarters with inviting decor, and trade homes with like-minded travelers for a unique travel experience.
Upgrade your travel experience with Kindred’s home swapping service and indulge in our modern living space. Relax on comfortable leather seating and bask in the natural light that floods in through expansive floor-to-ceiling windows, offering breathtaking views of your destination. Swap homes like a local and start your next adventure today.
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Swap and live like a local in Vancouver with Kindred’s affordable home swapping. Step into a real home with a cozy living room, lush plants, and natural light. Experience the city’s breathtaking sights, outdoor adventures, and culinary delights in a unique, cost-effective way - a perfect alternative to expensive hotels.
Swap and live like a local in Vancouver with Kindred’s affordable home swapping. Step into a real home with a cozy living room, lush plants, and natural light. Experience the city’s breathtaking sights, outdoor adventures, and culinary delights in a unique, cost-effective way - a perfect alternative to expensive hotels.
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Experience the best of the Big Apple with Kindred’s home swapping service. Cozy up in this inviting home featuring an Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman, fireplace, indoor greenery, and natural light. Swap your home and live like a local in this charming and comfortable space in the heart of New York City.
Experience the best of the Big Apple with Kindred’s home swapping service. Cozy up in this inviting home featuring an Eames Lounge Chair and Ottoman, fireplace, indoor greenery, and natural light. Swap your home and live like a local in this charming and comfortable space in the heart of New York City.

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Rented or owned, small or large - we’re looking for safe, well-cared-for homes occupied by people who love to travel.

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Rented or owned, small or large - we’re looking for safe, well-cared-for homes occupied by people who love to travel.

Escape to Mexico with Kindred’s home swapping service and live like a local in this beautiful modern home. Take a dip in the outdoor pool, relax in the lush Cactus garden, and experience the authentic hospitality of a trusted home exchange. Swap your home for an unforgettable Mexican getaway today.

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No nightly fees. Just pay for cleaning + a small service fee per trip. New members can book up to 5 nights before they host.

Book available homes

No nightly fees. Just pay for cleaning + a small service fee per trip. New members can book up to 5 nights before they host.

Make home swapping a breeze with Kindred’s convenient welcome kit, featuring premium linens, luxurious MALIN+GOETZ toiletries, and other must-have essentials. Experience effortless swaps with all the comforts of home.

Host and earn travel credits

Earn credits each time you host. You’ll meet and approve who stays in your home and Kindred will take care of the rest.

Host and earn travel credits

Earn credits each time you host. You’ll meet and approve who stays in your home and Kindred will take care of the rest.

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Book up to 5 nights before you host

New members start with 5 credits so you can start booking travel. Earn more credits when you host.

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Discover affordable, authentic San Francisco living in a real home, not a hotel. This sun-drenched, budget-friendly home features a stylish wooden dining table, distinct art, comfortable pillows, and spacious rooms, perfect for those seeking a unique and cost-saving Kindred home swap experience in San Francisco.

Swap & stay for a fraction of the cost

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Swap with Kindred

$425

Hotel or rental

$2,100+

No membership fees. Just pay for cleaning and a service fee per trip.

Real people, real homes

All members must be verified and host their own home to travel

Meet members over video before approving their trip

Swap and stay in real homes, not stale vacation rentals

$100,000 host coverage included per stay

Connect with confidence and join Kindred today - our home swapping community built on trust. Experience safe home swapping with our video intro call, a key trust and safety measure. Click to watch our demo video and see how our members use this feature to ensure safe and enjoyable home swaps.
Experience the authentic hospitality and meaningful connections of Kindred’s free home exchange service in Chicago, just like our member who received a personalized gift and chocolate from their host upon arrival. Join our trusted community of home swappers and discover the joys of affordable travel with the added benefit of staying in a real home.
Explore new destinations with your pup and enjoy a pet-friendly weekend getaway with Kindred’s trusted home swapping service. Discover the comforts of a home away from home and rest easy knowing that our reliable home exchange program will provide you with a safe and secure stay.
Discover the best of New York City with Kindred’s affordable and convenient home swapping service and create unforgettable vacation memories like our happy member. Enjoy the benefits of cheap travel and experience the city like a local by staying in a real home instead of an expensive hotel.

Small or large, rented or owned, we’re looking for well-cared for homes occupied by people who love to travel.

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Now accepting applications in North America and Europe.

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Questions? We’re here to help

Is there a commitment to apply?

No! There’s no commitment to swap, and applying is free.

Can I swap with Kindred if I rent my home?

Absolutely! Because there is no financial exchange between the guest and host, using Kindred is not the same as listing your home on a short-term rental website. If in doubt, we recommend chatting with your landlord or checking your rental contract.

How is Kindred different than renting out my home on AirBnB or VRBO?

Kindred is a members-only community for home swapping, not a vacation rental platform. Each member must host their own home in order to stay as a guest, increasing trust between members since everyone has skin in the game. Additionally, because there is no financial exchange between the guest and the host, members are trusted peers looking to travel more frequently vs. professional hosts looking to rent their investment home.

Can I pay to use Kindred without hosting my own home?

Not at this time. At its core, Kindred is a community based on trust and reciprocity, and we believe that sharing your own home is critical to increasing trust between members since everyone has skin in the game.

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