Free template · updated November 3, 2026
Beach house welcome book template
Beach house guests ask about tides, sand and swimming more than anything inside the house. A good guide tells them where the beach path is, when the tide comes in, where to rinse off and what to do with wet towels and chairs.
This template covers each section of a beach welcome book with sample text written for the coast, including swim safety, the outdoor shower and local picks like the seafood shack and the quietest stretch of sand.
The template
Replace anything in [brackets] with your own details.
Welcome
Welcome to [Beach house name]! The beach is [Distance, e.g. a two-minute walk] away. We hope you love it.
Check-in
- Check-in is from [Check-in time].
- The keypad code is [Door code]. Please use the side door when you're sandy.
Wifi
- Network: [Network name]
- Password: [Wifi password]
Parking
Please park in [Parking spot]. Street parking near the beach is [Street parking note, e.g. permit only in summer].
How things work
- Beach path: [Path directions, e.g. the gate at the end of the yard].
- Tides: tide times change every day. Check [Tide source] before walking around the point, so you don't get cut off.
- Swimming: please swim where there's a lifeguard if you can, and watch for rip currents. If you're caught in one, stay calm and swim parallel to the shore.
- Sand: the outdoor shower by [Shower location] is for rinsing off before coming in. The foot tub is by the door.
- Beach gear: chairs, umbrella and toys are in [Gear storage]. Beach towels are [Beach towel location]; please keep the bath towels inside.
House rules
- Up to [Max guests] overnight guests, no parties or events.
- Quiet hours [Quiet hours].
- Pets: [Pet policy]. No smoking or vaping inside.
Trash and recycling
Bins are in [Bin location] and collected [Trash day]. Gulls open bags left outside, so please keep the lids shut.
Local picks
- Fish and chips: [Restaurant name].
- Quiet stretch of sand: [Beach name].
- Rainy day: [Indoor activity].
Emergency info
- Emergency: [Local emergency number]. Address: [Address].
- Nearest lifeguarded beach: [Beach name].
- First aid kit and sunscreen: [Location].
- Host: [Host name], [Host phone].
Checkout
- Checkout is by [Checkout time].
- Please bring the beach gear back to [Gear storage], gather used towels, and put used dishes in the sink.
- Close the windows, turn off the AC and lights, and lock up. Thanks for visiting!
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Tips
- Link to an official tide table rather than writing tide times in the guide, since they change daily.
- Keep swim advice short and conservative: swim at lifeguarded beaches when possible and know how to escape a rip current.
- Separate beach towels from bath towels and say so, or your bath towels will end up full of sand.
- A foot tub or outdoor shower by the door saves more cleaning than any rule about sand.
- Mention local parking permits or beach access rules so guests don't get a ticket on day one.
Put it on one guest page instead of a binder
Keegix turns your welcome book into one link and a QR sign by the door. Upload the binder you already have and AI drafts the page in about a minute, or paste this template in. Free forever for one property.
Questions
What should a beach house welcome book include?
Check-in, wifi, parking, beach access directions, tide and swim safety notes, where to rinse off sand, beach gear, trash, local picks, emergency info and checkout.
How do I keep sand out of a beach rental?
Give guests an easy way to rinse off, like an outdoor shower or foot tub, a side door for beach trips and separate beach towels. Explain it kindly in the guide instead of making it a rule.
Should a beach house guide mention rip currents?
Yes, briefly. Encourage guests to swim at lifeguarded beaches and to swim parallel to the shore if caught in a current, and point them to local beach safety signs.
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