Best Outdoor Locks for Airbnb Hosts, Vacation Home Owners & Realtors
Outdoor Locks For Airbnb, Realtors and Vacation Home Owners
Managing an Airbnb or vacation rental comes with a unique set of challenges — and outdoor security shouldn’t be one of them. Whether you’re managing a property remotely or hosting multiple guests throughout the year, your gates, sheds, and side entrances need to be just as secure as your front door.
The ideal solution? Weatherproof, keyless outdoor locks that are simple for guests to use, but hard for intruders to bypass.
In this guide, we’ll break down the best outdoor lock options for Airbnb , realtors and vacation home owners, and how Yardlock makes security easy, affordable, and reliable.
Why Outdoor Security Matters for Short-Term Rentals
Many property owners focus on interior locks and smart keypads — but backyard gates, garden sheds, and utility access points are common vulnerabilities that guests and hosts often overlook.
An unlocked gate can:
- Invite trespassers or unregistered guests
- Be a safety issue for families with kids or pets
- Lead to theft of outdoor furniture or equipment
- Compromise your liability and guest experience
That’s where outdoor-rated, keyless locks come in — and Yardlock delivers exactly that.
Best Outdoor Locks for Realtors, Airbnb Hosts & Vacation Rentals
Here are the top Yardlock products tailored for hosts who value security + simplicity:
1. Keyless Gate Lock for Wooden Fences
This is the go-to solution for securing backyard access without needing electricity or Wi-Fi. It's tamper-proof, easy to install, and mounted inside the gate — so there's no external access for passersby.
Why Airbnb hosts love it:
- Guests don’t need a key or app
- Hosts can reset the code between stays
- Works even during power outages
- Weather-resistant and maintenance-free
Use Case: Great for backyards, pool areas, and side gates.
2. Yardlock® Locker Box with Combination Access
The Yardlock Key Lock Box is the perfect solution for securely sharing keys with your Airbnb or vacation rental guests. Designed for outdoor use, it mounts directly to gates, fences, or walls and allows you to leave a spare key or instructions inside — all protected by a combination lock.
Why Airbnb hosts love it:
- Easily share access with guests via a code
- No app, Wi-Fi, or batteries required
- Reset the code between stays for extra security
- Durable, weatherproof housing that resists tampering
Use Case: Ideal for front gates, check-in stations, or homes with physical keys or fobs.
3. Shed Lock with Combination Access
Your shed may contain lawn tools, maintenance supplies, or even beach equipment for guests — all of which should stay secure when you’re not there and that is possible with our best selling keyless shed lock.
Why it’s essential:
- Keeps chemicals and tools away from kids
- Restricts access to private storage
- Guests can use shared storage securely
Use Case: Locking outdoor storage sheds, garages, or utility closets.
Host-Friendly Benefits of Yardlock Products
- No Wi-Fi or app setup required
- No keys to lose or replace
- Simple code access for guests
- Durable and weatherproof
- Fast installation in under 20 minutes (Learn How To Install a Yardlock)
This makes Yardlock perfect for both urban hosts and remote cabin rentals, where simplicity and security matter most.
Make Guest Check-ins Easy & Secure
Airbnb guests expect a smooth arrival experience — and fiddling with outdoor keys or unreliable smart locks can ruin that. With Yardlock, you simply give them the code, and they’re in — no stress, no confusion.
Want to go one step further? Include the Yardlock code in your digital guidebook or welcome message, and reset it between stays for added peace of mind.
How To Secure Your Airbnb Property with Yardlock
Whether you’re managing one vacation home or scaling a portfolio of short-term rentals, Yardlock helps you lock down the outdoor areas without relying on electricity, apps, or tech failures.
Explore our most trusted Airbnb-friendly keyless locks here.
