Why Eco-Conscious Hosts Choose EarthOMs Over the Big Platforms

If you care as much about the health of your guests as the health of your home and land, you’ve probably felt the mismatch on traditional short-term rental sites. EarthOMs was built for hosts like you. We aim to support owners and managers who want fair economics, verified standards, and a community that values clean, safe, regenerative living.

This guide breaks down how hosting with EarthOMs differs from the mainstream options, and exactly how that benefits you.

The Short Version

• Health & safety first. We verify toxin-aware practices (air, water, materials, cleaning), not just “sustainability” buzzwords.
• Better earning mix. Competitive host fees, early adopter incentives, and entirely new income via “Shop This Stay.”
• Trust that converts. A transparent EcoRating with optional third-party verification (Integrity Ambassadors) on our higher tiers gives guests confidence to book.
• Aligned demand. Our audience is actively searching for wellness-forward stays, and these become your ideal guests.

What Sets EarthOMs Apart

1) Health-Grade Hosting, Not Greenwashing

EarthOMs starts with clean, safe, regenerative as the core promise. Our EcoRating system looks at practical, verifiable measures such as indoor air quality basics, water filtration, fragrance-free homes, materials choices, energy and waste practices so guests know what they’re booking and hosts who’ve done the work are recognized.

Why it matters: Health-aware travelers are loyal, discerning, and willing to pay for assurance. When your listing clearly communicates wellness standards, you stand out (and sell out) without resorting to discounts.

2) Transparent Economics That Respect Your Work

We keep pricing clean and your upside intact:

• Host fees: Competitive with other booking sites while keeping simple tiers of earning potential.
• Upgrade credits: Earn credits ($300–$1,500) toward approved upgrades through our verified partners as you reach higher EcoRating tiers.
• Integration partners: We have worked to bring additional value through our host-supportive services that help you manage and promote your eco-conscious listing. 

What this means for you: You keep more from each booking at the time you need it most – when you’re onboarding and investing in quality.

3) Verified Trust Signals That Actually Move Bookings

Our Integrity Ambassadors (trained evaluators) can perform discreet or scheduled audits for higher-tier badges. Results are clear: “Verified on 2025” appears on your listing with a succinct breakdown.

Why it matters: Guests no longer have to “hope” your claims are true. Verified listings convert better than look-alikes because trust is built into the card, not hidden in the description.

4) Earn Beyond Nightly Rates: “Shop This Stay”

Guests often ask, “Where can I get these sheets?” or “What coffee was that?” We turned that into a revenue stream:

• Place a small QR/NFC card in your space.
• Guests buy the exact products they enjoyed.
• You earn a percentage of the product margin on every attributed order (based on your EcoRating tier).
• EarthOMs and our Regeneration Fund share the rest – keeping the impact loop transparent.

Why it matters: It’s incremental, values-aligned income that rewards your product curation and helps fund further upgrades.

5) Discovery Designed for Quality, Not Just Price

Listings that meet our baseline and keep their Shop module active may receive a light discovery lift (quality-gated). We also feature verified homes and regionally curated collections (e.g., “Allergy-Aware Retreats,” “Solar-Powered Stays”).

Why it matters: You aren’t buried under a thousand generic homes. We elevate verified quality so the right guests find you faster.

Side-by-Side Overview

Feature	EarthOMs	Typical Big Platforms
Core promise	Clean, safe, regenerative stays	General inventory with broad standards
Standards	EcoRating with health-first criteria (air, water, materials, cleaning)	Basic host rules; limited wellness signals
Verification	Optional third-party audit and dated badge	Self-reported green features
Host economics	Competitive fees + upgrade credits	Flat fees; new-host promos are usually guest-facing
Extra earnings	“Shop This Stay”: 50% of margin to host	Minimal or no commerce revshare
Demand quality	Wellness-oriented travelers seeking verified homes	General audience; price-driven searches dominate
Marketing	Curated, values-based discovery; verified features	Algorithm favors price/recency/review velocity
Impact transparency	Clear contribution meters and public reporting	Rare; often marketing copy only

What Hosting Looks Like in Practice

Before you go live

• Complete a straightforward onboarding checklist (fragrance-free, basic filtration, policies, etc).
• Add proof where helpful (photos of filters, products, labels).
• Upload strong photos and complete your Listing Quality fields.

After you go live

• Choose upgrades with your credit (e.g., sheets, fragrance-free laundry kit, countertop filter, IAQ basics).
• Optionally schedule a verification audit if you’re aiming for the top tiers.

As your listing matures

• Activate Shop This Stay to turn guest compliments into margin.
• Track impact and earnings in a clear dashboard.
• Climb the EcoRating ladder with practical, budget-friendly improvements.

Earnings Snapshot Example

• Three bookings at $220 ADR (3 nights each).
• Two guests buy your sheets and one buys your water filter through the QR card or our follow-up eail: host share on margins adds a tidy monthly bonus without lifting a finger.
• Reach Silver tier and unlock a larger upgrade credit; reinvest into better air and water, then showcase your verification date on the listing card.

All programs run under posted terms with sensible caps; details appear in your host portal and onboarding docs.

Who Thrives on EarthOMs

• Hosts already using fragrance-free products and thoughtful home materials.
• Retreat homes, wellness-adjacent stays, solar or efficiency-upgraded properties.
• Owners who prefer verified quality over race-to-the-bottom pricing.

If you’ve put care into your space, EarthOMs is built to make that care visible and valuable.

FAQs

Do I have to pass an audit to list?
No. You can list once you meet baseline criteria. Audits are optional and most helpful for higher-tier badges.

Can I migrate from another platform?
Yes. We support calendar sync and provide a quick checklist to align your listing with our standards.

What about fees?
Our fee structure is competitive to other STR booking platforms. Full, current details appear in your host portal.

Is the commerce program complicated?
Not at all. We maintain the catalog and fulfillment. You place a small, tasteful QR/NFC card we provide; earnings show up in your dashboard.

How do I improve my EcoRating quickly?
Start with air and water basics, fragrance-free products, and transparent materials. Our upgrade credits and approved SKU list make it easy.

Ready to Host Differently?

If you’re ready to be recognized—and rewarded—for running a clean, safe, regenerative stay, we’d love to welcome you. Apply to become a Founding Steward, turn on “Shop This Stay,” and let guests discover a home that’s as healthy as it is beautiful.