All About Renting a House Location
Private homes are unique event spaces for all occasions. Giggster can help you find house event spaces in different sizes, styles, and price points to match every style, need, and budget.
What can you do in a house besides living everyday life? You can stage your furniture or home decor for an advertisement shoot, accommodate visiting business staff attending a conference, or plan a family reunion. Hosted in a stately mansion, a party will, of course, be a blast.
You'll find everything from Spanish-style homes and cozy lake houses to modern farmhouses and beach cottages a walk from museums, shops, and city attractions. Start browsing Giggster's 10000 listings to find a venue that ticks all the boxes for your next event. From filming a movie scene to hosting work colleagues, a house location fits the bill!
Incredible House Locations Curated by Giggster
A roof over your head can become the best event venue you ever booked. From art-inspired townhouses to Victorian time capsules and ranches, Giggster has varied house locations that can host your next get-together.
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Giggster's unique spaces include mountain cottages and large ranch properties surrounded by massive trees and breathtaking views. It's the best place to host a memorable Christmas dinner, a yoga retreat, or work on a movie production.
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Imagine a beach bonanza under the blue sky, sand in your toes, sea salt in your hair. Browse thousands of beachfront properties on the Giggster app; book a venue with private beach access for your wedding, proposal, or honeymoon.
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Leave meeting rooms behind and book a stately estate with sprawling grounds that can host large group gatherings. Escape the city noise for your next team-building by exploring out-of-town event spaces that allow you to move seamlessly from business to fun times.
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Do you want to rent a summer party venue? We can help you find unique venues with infinity, rooftop, or indoor pools primed for grand celebrations.
Amazing House Locations Starting at Just $20 USD/hour
Exceptional Variety & Quality: Giggster can help you find 10000 unique venues, whether for reunion parties, business retreats, or other events. Book an event space for as low as $20 USD/hour for your day-long meeting or pool party.
Hassle-Free Booking: Giggster's search filters can help you find suitable event spaces with a few clicks. You can narrow results based on location, features, and price or connect with the venue manager for custom pricing.
24-Hour Free Cancellation Policy: If you book an event venue for a function scheduled at least 48 hours before, you can cancel for free within 24 hours of confirmation.
Platform Protections: Protect everyone against damages with Giggster’s optional protection packages and confidently book an event space like Historic Brooklyn Townhouse & Garden, 2 Full Floors 3000sqft. Choose event liability insurance, too, to cover all bases.
The Best Events for a House Location
Giggster can help you find event venues like our Historic Brooklyn Townhouse & Garden, 2 Full Floors 3000sqft for a charity event, a networking session, or a bachelorette party. Homes fall into the category of unique venues, providing endless possibilities for seating layouts and rented furnishings. If you have trouble identifying the best event space, these ideas can help with the search.
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Villas – Birthday Parties. Looking for a chic location to celebrate your milestone birthday? How does a beachfront villa with a pool and a backyard sound? Hire a DJ and make your party one to remember!
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Resort Properties – Conference Meetings. Forget about plain meeting venues in your office. With Giggster's wide selection of resort properties, corporate events, meetings, and team-building activities, weekends will never be boring again.
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Townhouses – Baby Showers. Rent a Victorian townhouse with an English garden for a tea party-themed baby shower. Dine al fresco on the patio or roof terrace.
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Restaurant Homes – Wedding Receptions. If you've had enough loud and lavish banquet halls and ballrooms, you can't go wrong with a historic restaurant house with landscaped gardens for your wedding.
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Lofts – Film Shoots. Loft studios have natural light and the best offer city skyline views. They favor video or photo shoot projects but can provide a backdrop for any intimate gathering.
House Location Must-Haves
Giggster has unique venues for all private parties, but the event space you pick should have everything you need for an unforgettable event.
Is the house easily accessible? The perfect place should have easy access to public transportation and other conveniences, whether you're planning a wedding, a team-building meeting, or a conference.
What is the parking situation? A house usually won't have a large parking lot, especially in a central location. Check the available options and arrange for those driving to use a nearby lot if necessary. If you're filming a movie scene, you'll need ample space to unload gear.
Do you need a pool or an outdoor patio? Do you envision a backyard with a pool? Or would a rooftop access and outdoor terrace with plenty of photo ops be better? Know what you want from an event space before you start your search.
Pros and Cons of Events at a House Location
An event at a house location can be somewhat beneficial but don't expect it to be all that perfect. Here are reasons why you should host your next event at home and what you should do to overcome the obstacles.
Advantages
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A house can provide overnight accommodation, which can come in handy for guests traveling from afar.
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Event venues like restaurants and banquet halls have in-house catering, and you have to discuss the menu with the chef to customize it to your needs. One of the best benefits of a house party is that you can bring your food and drinks.
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Most event spaces have opening and closing times but not private house rentals. You can set the start and finish time whenever it best suits you.
Disadvantages
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Residential areas usually have limited parking spaces, which could be an issue for large events. Let attendees know about the lack of parking space; maybe they are uncomfortable paying parking fees, especially if the event lasts the entire day.
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Unlike restaurants, cafes, ballrooms, and other event venues where you can be a guest with the rest, a house party means cleaning up afterward. If you don't want to ask friends and family to help, hire an after-party cleaning company and let someone else deal with the messy part.
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Not having set hours for a party can be both good and bad. When planning an event at a house location, getting everyone to leave when you are done and ready to sleep will be hard.
Planning Your House Location Event
Giggster can help you find different venues in any U.S. city and beyond, from San Diego to Chicago to Miami to London and Rome. Giggster is your one-stop destination for unique spaces with everything you need. Use these helpful tips to plan a memorable event in your chosen house setting.
Rent the Perfect Venue – Do you want a serene beachfront location or a townhouse in the buzzing downtown? Consider the size, layout, accessibility, and accommodations for out-of-town guests.
Decorate the Event Space – Decorations can turn a regular venue into an outstanding party space. A reception venue needs flowers, centerpieces, and photo backdrops, while a celebratory meeting can make do with balloons and banners.
Create a Menu – Do you have a food and drinks menu? Are you getting a cake for the birthday party? Cocktails help people relax and mingle, while buffet-style service suits a bridal shower. A wedding reception and business meeting are normally sit-down events.
Plan Entertainment – Will you hire a DJ or band? It depends on your budget and the occasion, but party classics like charades are always a hit.
How to Save Money on a House Location Rental
The best thing about house rentals is spending as little or as much as you want. That said, you must carefully allocate a budget to each aspect of the event without cutting corners or overindulging.
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A micro wedding, for example, doesn't need a large estate or a three-story house; book a suburban home with a pool and a BBQ grill and reduce rental fees. Special events are always amazing around a gorgeous pool.
Get creative and DIY decor.
Decorations are an additional cost, but they certainly add to the atmosphere, especially if you have a theme. You can decorate the event venue without breaking the bank by making DIY decorations using items you already have.
Embrace the BYOB (bring your own beverage) concept.
Alcohol is one of the biggest hosting expenses, especially at large-scale events. If you don't feel comfortable asking guests to bring their drinks, limit the bar to wine and beer only, offering a set number per guest before closing the bar.
Plan Your House Event with Giggster
Private residences have much to offer for a filming location or photo shoot, an intimate birthday party, or a mega charity event. Between the unique ambiance, privacy, and personalized experience, the right house location can turn any plain event into an unforgettable evening. On Giggster, you'll find many house locations for your next event that match your style, budget, and needs. Scroll through the curated listings on the app and book the perfect venue today!
