How Turnovers Auto-Create from Host Calendars

When a guest checks out from any connected property, Vanio automatically creates a cleaning task, assigns it, and dispatches via SMS.

The Flow

Schedule view showing turnovers across properties

Guest checkout detected → Cleaning task created → Assigned to primary cleaner → SMS dispatched

This happens automatically. No manual entry, no copy-pasting from calendars.

What Triggers a Turnover

A turnover task is created when Vanio detects a gap between one reservation's checkout and the next reservation's check-in at the same property:

  • Same-day turnovers — guest checks out at 11am, next guest checks in at 3pm
  • Gap days — one or more empty nights between reservations
  • Back-to-back bookings — the most time-sensitive scenario, flagged as high priority

What the Task Contains

  • Property name and address
  • Checkout date and time
  • Check-in date and time (your deadline)
  • Guest count for the next reservation
  • Special instructions from the host
  • Checklist if configured for that property

How Assignment Works

The system checks for a primary cleaner assigned to that property. If one exists, they get the task directly via SMS. If unavailable, the AI auto-assignment engine evaluates proximity, workload, skills, and availability to find the best match.

When Changes Happen

  • Date change — task moves to the new checkout date
  • Cancellation — task is cancelled, staff notified via SMS
  • New booking added — new turnover created if needed

You do not need to monitor calendars for changes. The system handles it.

Scheduling & Dispatch

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Last updated April 2026