Can a host have house rules?
If the host is volunteering his or her home, it is perfectly acceptable to have a list of house rules. Hosts should tell their coordinators and guests in advance of their rules and preferences regarding guests. Is smoking allowed in the house? Are pets permitted? Is there a time that is too late to return to the house, or is the host a late riser? Limitations within the house should be explained to any guest. Often, overseas travelers are not familiar with the electricity system, the heating units, the telephone dialing codes, etc. A host may want to consider putting these instructions in writing to leave with the guest after supervising the guest initially. If a guest does not abide by the rules, a cost-effective alternative may be kindly suggested.
