Can Guests Leave Their Cars at My House? What Hosts Need to Know.

If you’re a Turo host who does pickups at your home or private location, you’ll probably run into this situation:

“Hey, can I leave my personal car here while I take your rental?”

It’s a fair question—but one that comes with a few legal, liability, and logistical concerns.

Let’s break down what hosts should consider, how to handle guest requests professionally, and why setting clear boundaries is essential for your protection.

Is It Allowed Under Turo’s Policies?

Turo doesn’t directly regulate whether a guest can leave their personal vehicle at your location. However, Turo also doesn’t cover anything that happens to the guest’s personal vehicle while it’s on your property.

This means:

• If their car is damaged, broken into, towed, or stolen—you are not protected, and neither is Turo.

• If an incident occurs, you could be held liable depending on your property setup, local laws, and whether you allowed it.

Because of that, many experienced hosts choose not to allow guest vehicles to be left on their property—especially if they don’t have commercial liability coverage or a fenced-in/private lot.

What Are the Risks?

Here are some risks you take on by letting guests leave a vehicle at your location:

• Theft or vandalism while the guest is away

• Blocked driveways, especially if you have other bookings or deliveries

• Liability if the car causes damage to your property

• Increased visibility of your Turo activity to neighbors or HOAs

• Local zoning or code enforcement issues

Remember, Turo’s protection plan only covers your Turo vehicle, not your property or the guest’s vehicle.

How to Respond to Guest Requests

It’s best to be polite, firm, and clear when setting boundaries. Here are two example responses you can copy and use:

Option 1 – If you don’t allow guest parking:

“Unfortunately, I don’t have space or coverage to allow personal vehicles to be left during the trip. I recommend using a local rideshare or having a friend drop you off. Thanks for understanding!”

Option 2 – If you do allow it, but with a waiver/disclaimer:

“You're welcome to leave your vehicle at your own risk, but please note I’m not responsible for any loss or damage while you're away. The area is not monitored or insured for guest vehicles.”

If You DO Allow Guest Parking—Set Boundaries

If you still want to allow it occasionally (especially for repeat guests or shorter bookings), here are best practices:

• Make sure they park in a designated space that does not interfere with other bookings or guests

• Never accept responsibility for their vehicle

• Consider adding a sign or disclaimer stating that you’re not liable

• If you live in an HOA or regulated community, double-check the rules

• Do not keep keys to their vehicle—this adds liability and creates a new level of risk
  

You’re not a storage facility—you’re a rental host. And while it might feel convenient or courteous to let guests leave their cars at your property, it’s not something you’re obligated to do, and it can create more problems than it solves. Set boundaries. Keep things professional. And always protect yourself first.