Winston-Salem does not mandate specific insurance for short-term rentals, but standard homeowners policies often exclude commercial rental activity. Hosts are strongly advised to carry a short-term rental rider or commercial policy with at least 1 million dollars in liability coverage.
North Carolina does not impose STR-specific insurance minimums, and Winston-Salem defers to state law. Most homeowner policies under ISO HO-3 forms exclude business use, which can include frequent paid guest stays. Hosts should obtain a dedicated STR policy such as Proper Insurance or a commercial landlord policy, or add a rider from carriers like Allstate HostAdvantage or Farmers. Airbnbs AirCover provides up to 1 million dollars in host liability and property protection but should not be treated as primary insurance. Vrbos liability insurance offers similar limits. Mortgage lenders and HOAs may require proof of appropriate coverage.
No direct city enforcement, but uninsured hosts face catastrophic personal liability from guest injury claims or property damage.
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