As BC enters into its 3rd heatwave of the summer, many are beating the heat is by jumping in a pool.
However if you don’t have access to one, there’s an app that helps you get around that, temporarily.
Just as you would use Airbnb, people with pools have been putting them for rent by the hour on an app. You can forgo having to buy a pool, or waiting for a time-slot at the local pool. All you have to do is pay a little extra and enjoy.
The pool renting app is called Swimply, quite fittingly.
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Swimply App
This Airbnb-style app lists a number of pools that are available in your area, priced by the hour. Each listing comes with an image, description of the home and what the rental includes. There is also a maximum number of guests allowed per pool.
You can browse by location and click on each pool for details. Whether you want it for solo family use or a pool party of your own, you can see all the information and choose accordingly.
Some rentals come with lounge furniture, use of deck and if you are lucky a floatie or two.
Pool Rentals Available Around Vancouver
Prices range from around $32 per hour and up. If you are wondering, yes there are hot tubs available as well. Here are some current listings.
Croft Oasis in Surrey
Location: Surrey
Maximum Guests Allowed: 50
Cost: $32 / hour
Oasis in Tsawwassen
Location: Delta
Maximum Guests Allowed: 12
Cost: $41 / hour
Fun in The Sun in Port Coquitlam
Location: Port Coquitlam
Maximum Guests Allowed: 16
Cost: $65 / hour
Outdoor Pool in British Properties
Location: British Properties, West Vancouver
Maximum Guests Allowed: 4
Cost: $99 / hour
While the concept does seem a little weird, the idea of renting out a pool is not a new one. Swimply has been around since July 2018, and the listings continue to grow.
To check out some pools in your area download the mobile app or visit their .
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