Boutique Homes, which now operates under the name Boutique, is a vacation rental platform for homes and small hotels selected for their design. Its homepage presents it as "vacation rentals for those who believe good design makes travel better," and its about page says each property in the collection "has been handpicked and vetted by our expert scouts with an eye to distinctive design, quality and character."
According to its about page, Boutique offers vetted hosts, price-match guarantees, guest protection, clear cancellation policies and property damage coverage, with support by phone, email, chat and direct message before, during and after a trip. Its FAQ says guests submit a booking request with a deposit of at least 10 percent, that hosts then accept or decline, and that the balance is typically due 60 days before travel; properties with firmer cancellation policies require full payment at booking. The homepage groups listings into collections including New Arrivals, By Architects, Full Service, Monthly Stays, Photo Shoots and Little Gems, alongside a magazine. Its host page says the collection is limited to "a thoughtful edit of homes and small hotels that meet our standards of distinctive design, quality and character," that guests are reviewed through payment validation and background checks, and that hosts receive a one-to-one onboarding process.
References
- Boutique Homes, boutique-homes.com