US Rural Accommodation Specialist Yonder Launches In UK - Seite 2

Unlike most conventional booking agencies that require travellers to sort through thousands of urban listings, Yonder is a platform that exclusively features rural experiences — so it's easy to discover and book nature-focused accommodation. Guests can search by availability and choose from a range of budget to luxury accommodation including guesthouses, cottages, barns, cabins, treehouses, yurts, glamping and more.

All properties on the Yonder platform are thoroughly vetted for their access to nature, and over half of the properties that apply don't meet the qualifications to list.  The property owners and operators are referred to as Yonder Stewards, because being a 'steward of the land' is reflective to the commitment they've made not only to their properties but also the care of their guests.

Yonder is focused on inspiring all Stewards to work towards being more regenerative, not just sustaining but restoring and regenerating the ecosystems around them. Stewards range from owners of rural properties to those who are actively regenerating their local ecosystems and supporting their communities.

Similar to the US platform, Yonder UK is working to add activities to their suite of offerings. Soon, a full range of rural activities and experiences will be available and as varied as producing goat milk soap, to farm pop-up workshops, guided hikes, horseback riding, and more.

Yonder is legally operating as a Public Benefits Corporation, which means they place equal importance on creating both profit and positive societal and environmental impact. Its modern operating standards allow them to offer a competitive 8% commission to its owners.

"In order to stay true to our mission, we're taking steps to move to a regenerative business model and have gone as far as legally committing to this goal through our status as a Public Benefit Company," said Lee. "We believe experiencing nature-rich destinations not only inspires a deeper appreciation for the natural world, but also a greater sense of responsibility to protect it. We're excited to activate our mission and PBC operation model in the UK and beyond — we'll be expanding to Southern Europe later this summer."