Whether you’re dreaming of creating a Short-Term Rental from the ground up, diversifying your income streams, or refining your Hosting strategy, you’re in the right place.
We’ve designed these courses to share, not only the practical tools and strategies that have shaped our hosting business, but also the journey we’ve taken to get here. From restoring a neglected farmhouse, to designing and building a tiny house Short-Term Rental, opening our farm for Workshops, Location Shoots, and even Hosting intimate Elopements. Every step of our story has been a learning experience - and we’re thrilled to pass those lessons on to you.
Dive into the course at your own pace with lifetime access to all the lessons and resources, plus join our exclusive online community to connect with other hosts and share insights. Perfect for independent learners ready to start their hosting adventure.
How to Host +++ PLUS a one-on-one consultation with us! This tailored session is your chance to get personalised advice, ask specific questions, and gain deeper insights to fast-track your hosting success. Ideal for those who want a more hands-on approach to building their dream hosting business.
Dive into the course at your own pace with lifetime access to all the lessons and resources, plus join our exclusive online community to connect with us and other hosts. Perfect for independent learners ready to start their hosting adventure.
How to Host- Location Shoots-Workshops-Elopements +++ PLUS a one-on-one consultation with us! This tailored session is your chance to get personalised advice, ask specific questions, and gain deeper insights to fast-track your hosting success. Ideal for those who want a more hands-on approach to building their dream hosting business.
Dive into the course at your own pace with lifetime access to all the lessons and resources, plus join our exclusive online community to connect with us and other hosts. Perfect for independent learners ready to start their hosting adventure.
How to Host- STR +++ PLUS a one-on-one consultation with us! This tailored session is your chance to get personalised advice, ask specific questions, and gain deeper insights to fast-track your hosting success. Ideal for those who want a more hands-on approach to building their dream hosting business.
A Bit About Us
Hi there! We’re Clancy and Fiona, the husband-and-wife team behind Palmer & Gunn. In 2016, we took a bold leap and bought a neglected farm in the Gold Coast Hinterland. Fast forward to today, and that leap has transformed into a life we once only dreamed of—ditching our day jobs in 2021 to host full-time.
It hasn’t always been easy—restoring a crumbling farmhouse, building our one-of-a-kind Tiny House, Wee Tiny, and learning the ins and outs of Hosting took countless late nights and leaps of faith. But along the way, we’ve built a business that lets us live and work on our own terms, creating magical spaces for guests and diversifying with Workshops, Elopements, and even Hosting Location Shoots and film crews.
Now, we’re here to show you what’s possible. In this course, we’re sharing everything we’ve learned to help you create your dream hosting business, just like we did. Whether you’re just starting out or ready to take it to the next level, we can’t wait to help you bring your vision to life!
Why We’re Here
How to Host - it’s the question we’ve been asked most.
We know how overwhelming it can feel to take the first step into hosting or how hard it can be to figure out how to turn Hosting into a full time gig.
Back when we started, we had no road map for Hosting the way we envisioned, just a big dream and a determination to make it work.
That’s why this course isn’t just about how to host—it’s about finding your "Why" and creating a business that aligns with your goals and your lifestyle.
What to Expect
Throughout these courses, we’ll take you behind the scenes of our Hosting journey. You’ll learn:
Our top tips when designing a Short-Term Rental experience from scratch.
Strategies for adding multiple income streams to your Hosting business, from Location Shoots to Workshops to Elopements.
How to leverage Collaborations, Press, Marketing and Branding to grow your business.
We’ll share the practical tools we use in our own business for you to use as inspo to streamline your operations and elevate your guest experience.
Whether you’re starting with a blank slate or looking to refine and expand an existing venture, this course will give you actionable steps and plenty of inspiration to help you reach your goals.
A Community for the Journey
Entrepreneurship is an adventure - a fulfilling one, but not without its challenges. That’s why we want to invite you to be apart of a supportive online community where you can connect with like-minded hosts, share your wins and struggles, and continue learning together.
As lifelong learners ourselves, we will also be sharing insights regularly with our exclusive online community where you can connect with us there for ongoing tips, updates, and behind-the-scenes looks at life as a Host.
Let’s Get Started!
This is the beginning of something amazing. By the end of this course, you’ll have the tools and confidence to build a hosting business that is as unique as you are. And remember, you have lifetime access to revisit lessons, resources, and templates whenever you need them.
Here’s to taking the first step - and to all the opportunities that lie ahead.
Let’s dive in!
Frequently Asked Questions
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You’ll learn:
How to design a unique short-term rental experience from scratch.
Strategies for adding multiple income streams to your hosting business, from Location Shoots to Workshops and Elopements.
How to leverage Collaborations, Press, Marketing and Branding to grow your business.
We’ll share the practical tools we use in our own business for you to use as inspo to streamline your operations and elevate your guest experience.
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Yes, you do! You’ll have lifetime access to the course in its online format for as long as it’s viable for us to host it. But don’t worry—if the day ever comes when the online version needs to be retired, we’ve got your back. You’ll receive a PDF version of the course to keep forever, so you can continue your hosting journey without missing a beat!
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The course is primarily written, but we’ve also included 7 short, inspiring videos where we dive into our personal insights and hosting journey.
Plus, you’ll get access to our exclusive online community—a vibrant space where you can connect with fellow hosts, swap stories, share tips, and grow together. We’ll be there too, sharing our experiences, answering questions, and keeping you inspired as we all learn and grow together. It’s where the real magic happens, and we can’t wait to see you there!
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We’re so glad you’re excited about the course, but your access is just for you! Sharing login details, copying course content, or redistributing materials is strictly prohibited. Not only does this go against our Terms & Conditions, but it also undermines the hard work we’ve put into creating this resource.
If you know someone who’d love the course, send them our way—we’d be thrilled to welcome them as a student! Let’s keep our community fair, supportive, and focused on learning. -
Nope, not at all! Whether you're a seasoned host or just starting to dream about your future Short-Term Rental, this course is designed for everyone. The only "skills" you'll need are basic computer know-how—think typing, clicking, and navigating the internet. If you can browse Airbnb or send an email, you’re good to go.
We’ll guide you step-by-step, sharing everything we’ve learned from years of hosting, so you can confidently create or grow your hosting business, no matter where you're starting from.
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All you need to dive into this course is a device with internet access—ideally a computer for the best experience, but a tablet or smartphone will work just fine too! Make sure you’re using an up-to-date web browser like Chrome, Safari, or Firefox to ensure everything runs smoothly.
That’s it—no fancy tech or special software required! Just you, your device, and your hosting dreams.
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Great question! This course is educational and designed to help you grow your business, it should generally qualify as a tax-deductible business expense.
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We’ll be hanging out in the online community, chatting, sharing insights, and celebrating wins with all our students! While there aren’t set days or times for our involvement, rest assured, we’re part of the conversation and love connecting with you there.
For those looking for more personalised guidance, we offer a limited number of one-on-one consults where we can dive deep into your unique hosting journey. These spots are perfect if you’d like tailored advice or support.
And if it’s a technical hiccup or admin question you’re dealing with, our amazing team is just an email away and ready to help get you back on track. You’ve got options, and we’re here to support you every step of the way!
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We know that every hosting journey is unique, and our students are likely at different stages of building their dream. Maybe you’re just starting out, brimming with ideas for your first STR. Perhaps you’re already hosting and looking to diversify your income streams. Or you might be ready to level up your business, marketing wise.
Wherever you are, this course is structured to meet you there. With lifetime access, you can learn at your own pace, revisiting chapters when you're ready to tackle the next step. This flexibility allows you to hyperfocus on what you need right now, knowing you can return anytime to continue growing and evolving your hosting business.
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Due to the instant access and digital nature of the course no refunds will be given.