Letting a spare room in family home

[Jules-and-Boo]

We're thinking of letting one of our spare rooms, just wondering if anyone has any experiences - positive or otherwise!

I think it could be quite a good idea but have normal reservations...

[Saffron]

We have always let our spare room to friends or friends of friends, and it has worked out well. When I was working in Switzerland I used to let the downstairs of a 3 story house. Owners and their young daughter lived up stairs. We had bbqs together in the summer. If you get the right person it's nice for everyone. Of course if you get the wrong person it could be awkward. Mature students are often good since they tend to be very focused. xx