About Sa Bhaile
Sa Bhaile means "at home" in Irish.
Why we started
Many people in Ireland have a spare room and would welcome company and some extra income, but don't list it because it feels risky or confusing.
At the same time, people moving for work or study struggle to find a room they can trust.
What makes Sa Bhaile different
Verified people, a trial period in every arrangement, private check-ins, a report button on every page, and a person reviewing every new host's first listing.
Sa Bhaile works in English and Irish, and is designed to be easy to use for everyone, including older hosts and their families.
The name
Sa Bhaile: at home. Say it "suh WAL-yeh".
Giving back
Ireland's housing shortage is the reason Sa Bhaile exists. So we give 10% of our profits to Focus Ireland, which helps people out of homelessness and into homes of their own.
We'll publish how much we've given each year.
Sa Bhaile is an independent company and isn't part of Focus Ireland.
About Focus IrelandIf you're a host
Hosts may be able to claim Rent-a-Room Relief. See Revenue's guidance on rent-a-room relief to check whether it applies to you.
Before taking a lodger, check with your home insurer and, if you have a mortgage, your lender.
Official information and free advice
- Residential Tenancies Board (RTB)
- Threshold: free housing advice
- Citizens Information
- Revenue: Rent-a-Room Relief
This is general information, not legal or tax advice. For advice about your situation, contact Citizens Information, Threshold or a solicitor.