The Charm of Airbnb Rentals and Homestays With Hosts That Actually Greet You - Eater
"She began renting rooms in her Fall Branch, Tennessee, home in 2020, during the pandemic. 'It makes a difference to be made to feel comfortable, like you’re part of the family,' Upchurch says. She rises early on weekends to cook up feasts for the guests staying in her house, like one recent morning meal that included fried catfish, cheese grits, scrambled eggs, and toast with strawberry freezer jam from a friend’s farm nearby. Though she doesn’t include dinner as an amenity, if guests arrive late after a day of driving, Upchurch will save them a plate of whatever she’s making. 'That’s why we stay full. We’ve got nothing but love and food for you.'" - Nick Mancall-Bitel
