HENDERSONVILLE, Tenn. (WTVF) — You've probably heard of ride sharing. What about pool sharing? The app Swimply is that same premise for backyard pool reservations.
"I thought about spending money going to a pool, but never thought about making it out of my own," joked Bobby Johnson, who uses the app to reserve out his pool in Hendersonville.
To pick out a pool, you get on Swimply's website or app and scroll through available ones in your area.
"Just go through, you scroll through the pictures and everything and you pick the best pool you want to pick, and so far, I think they’ve been picking us," said Johnson.
Bobby and his wife, Tammy, only started listing their pool last week and already have five appointments. Families can charge up to $60 per group per hour, but the Johnson's have opted to charge half that amount.
Each family can also set their own parameters. For example, the Johnson's allow indoor bathroom access and grill usage with each reservation.
"We stay in the house and give them their privacy, but if they need anything they knock on the door and we take care of them," he said.
On their end, they can earn a little extra cash.
"This might be a business we might stick with to next summer," said Johnson.
Beyond fund money, Bobby really enjoys being a good host.
"Everybody’s having a good time, laughing, ain’t no crying, no hooping and hollering, just having a good time," he said.
If you'd like to learn more about listing your pool or finding one to book, go to www.swimply.com.
