OurSharedPlace

About OurSharedPlace

Stop the chaos of co-ownership. OurSharedPlace is the emerging, all-in-one digital hub engineered for families and friends who jointly own a vacation home, cabin, or rental property. This isn't just another calendar app; it's a private, secure ecosystem that consolidates every fragmented aspect of shared property management into a single, intuitive platform. Built for the modern, decentralized family unit, it replaces the messy tangle of spreadsheets, endless group texts, and lost email threads with structured, professional-grade tools. The core value proposition is crystal clear: transform time-consuming coordination into effortless collaboration. From preventing double-bookings with smart calendar sync to tracking shared finances and preserving the home's unique story, OurSharedPlace empowers co-owners to move from administrative headaches to creating lasting memories. It's the definitive solution for anyone tired of preventable disputes over bookings, expenses, and maintenance, offering a centralized command center that ensures fairness, transparency, and peace of mind for every member of your ownership group.

Features of OurSharedPlace

Intelligent Booking & Calendar Sync

Ditch the booking conflicts for good. OurSharedPlace features a powerful, shared calendar with configurable approval rules and member quotas to ensure fair scheduling. The game-changer is its bi-directional iCal sync capability. You can export your calendar to block dates on Airbnb, VRBO, and other major platforms automatically, while also importing personal Google or Apple calendars to prevent double-bookings. This seamless integration acts as a real-time alert system, keeping everyone's schedules in perfect harmony without manual updates.

Centralized Financial Tracking & Settlement

Eliminate expense confusion with built-in financial tools designed for transparency. Track all shared property expenses, rental income, and member contributions in one secure dashboard. The platform automatically calculates who owes what and provides smart settlement suggestions to minimize the number of transactions needed. For annual clean-ups, a one-click reset function simplifies the process, making financial management between co-owners as frictionless as sending a text message.

Secure Knowledge Base & Document Hub

Never hunt for a Wi-Fi password or appliance manual again. OurSharedPlace provides a robust, organized repository for all your property's vital information. Store contracts, warranties, vendor contacts, and how-to guides as searchable documents. The integrated property blog allows you to capture check-in notes, local recommendations, and family traditions, preserving the home's evolving story and ensuring every guest or owner has the knowledge they need at their fingertips.

Role-Based Member Management & Communication

Manage your co-ownership group with precision. Invite members and assign roles like Admin, Member, or Guest, each with appropriate permissions to view or edit content. Foster clear communication with a dedicated, threaded discussion board where you can share updates, ask questions, and react with emojis. Coupled with email notifications for new threads, this feature ensures important conversations never get lost in a chaotic group chat, keeping everyone aligned and informed.

Use Cases of OurSharedPlace

Multi-Family Vacation Home Coordination

Perfect for several families jointly owning a lake house or ski chalet. OurSharedPlace eliminates the "who booked when" drama with its fair-share calendar and quotas. Families can plan their stays months in advance, access shared grocery lists and local guides in the blog, and use the financial tracker to seamlessly split costs for property taxes, repairs, and seasonal upgrades, all while building a shared digital scrapbook of their memories.

Investment Group Managing a Rental Property

Ideal for friends or investors co-owning a property listed on Airbnb or VRBO. The platform's automatic calendar sync prevents double-bookings across rental platforms, protecting income. The group can track rental income and expenses in real-time, manage cleaner and maintenance vendor contacts in the directory, and use the discussion board to vote on property improvements or policy changes, ensuring the investment runs like a professional business.

Extended Family Heritage Property Preservation

Essential for families inheriting a cherished family cottage. OurSharedPlace becomes the digital guardian of the home's legacy. Older generations can upload historical photos and document family traditions in the blog and gallery. The to-do list with recurring tasks ensures seasonal maintenance isn't forgotten. Meanwhile, the younger generation can easily coordinate visits using the modern calendar tools, ensuring the property is cared for and enjoyed for years to come.

Friends Sharing a City-Based Crash Pad

A smart solution for a group of friends owning a condo in a desirable city. The platform manages the complex logistics of urban co-ownership. Friends can book short stays, log any issues with appliances via the to-do list, and share recommendations for new restaurants in the neighborhood blog. The financial tracker makes it simple to split fluctuating costs like HOA fees and utility bills, keeping the friendship focused on fun, not finances.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is my property information secure and private on OurSharedPlace?

Absolutely. Security and privacy are foundational. Your property data is walled off and accessible only to the members you explicitly invite. The platform employs role-based access control, meaning you can set permissions so that, for example, guests can only see the calendar and basic info, while admins have full access to financials and documents. Your data is not sold or used for advertising.

How does the calendar sync with Airbnb and VRBO work?

OurSharedPlace generates a secure, unique iCal link for your property's master calendar. You simply copy this link and paste it into the calendar sync settings within your Airbnb and VRBO listings. Once connected, the platforms communicate automatically every few hours. Any booking made on OurSharedPlace blocks those dates on your rental listings, and any booking from Airbnb/VRBO automatically appears on your shared calendar, preventing double-bookings.

Can we use OurSharedPlace if we don't rent our property out?

Yes, the rental sync is a completely optional feature. The core value of OurSharedPlace is for co-owner coordination. The shared calendar, financial tracking, document storage, and communication tools are designed specifically for groups who own together and do not rent to the public. You can use all the powerful organization features without ever enabling the external calendar integrations.

What happens after the 14-day free trial?

After your 14-day free trial, OurSharedPlace operates on a simple, flat-rate subscription model. The cost is $79 per year, per property. This annual fee covers unlimited members and guests, and provides access to all core features, including the calendar, financial tools, document storage, and communication boards. There are no tiered plans or per-user fees, making budgeting for your ownership group straightforward.

Pricing of OurSharedPlace

OurSharedPlace offers a transparent and straightforward pricing model to get your co-ownership group organized. Start with a full-featured 14-day free trial with no credit card required to explore the platform. After the trial, continue using the service for an annual subscription of $79 per year, per property. This single flat fee includes unlimited members and guests, and provides access to all core features: the intelligent booking calendar, financial tracking tools, secure document storage, member management, discussion boards, and the property blog. Optional advanced features like automatic calendar sync with Airbnb and VRBO are also included at no extra cost.