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evolve.com
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Travel & Vacation
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United States
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Last 12 months
167 reviews
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About this business

Evolve is a hospitality company with a mission to make renting a vacation home easy for both owners and guests.We work on behalf of our owners, managing the hardest parts of their rental business from online listing optimization to 24/7 guest support and more.We also promise our guests homes that are 100% ready for their arrival so they can be sure that, when they rent an Evolve home, it will live up to their expectations—or we’ll make it right.

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Is Evolve legit?

Evolve (evolve.com) has a 3.6 out of 5 rating on OK.one, based on 167 user reviews collected here. It is listed under Travel & Vacation and its reputation is mixed. Opinions are polarized: 65% rate it 4 stars or higher while 34% give 1 star; The business has replied to 79% of negative reviews. Last updated 2026-09-01.

What reviewers say

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Reviewers had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the wonderful locations, noting that the properties are situated in peaceful areas close to nature, beautiful countryside, and convenient local attractions or beaches. Guests consistently appreciate the comfortable accommodations, well-stocked kitchens, and relaxing outdoor spaces like spacious decks and scenic porches that make stays memorable. However, some people mentioned experiencing difficulties with customer support when trying to resolve urgent issues, communicate changes, or receive timely assistance. A few reviewers also noted occasional property maintenance shortcomings, missing amenities, or minor cleanliness oversights that required attention upon arrival.

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What people say

Evolve is incredibly UNETHICAL

Evolve is incredibly UNETHICAL! We booked for the 4th of July 5 months ago. They canceled our reservation with no contact. They blatantly lied and said it was due to a natural disaster when canceling with VRBO. We now are unable to find anything for that week. They did it because they told the owner to get more money- We were told this by another management company. DO NOT USE THIS COMPANY AND RUN IF YOU SEE A RENTAL MANAGED BY THEM! (All in my opinion, of course).

I am an owner and accidentally got a…

I am an owner and accidentally got a double booking between Evolve and VRBO. I set up VRBO myself and a booking came through for both sites, VRBO was first. Evolve booked, I saw it and immediately cancelled within minutes so the customer wasn't too inconvenienced. I got fined 324.00 and an attempt at another fine for 600+. None of this is in writing. Also that was the one and only booking in 5 months or I may not be so upset.

Booked the same property that we have…

Booked the same property that we have booked for several summers only this time through Booking.com. Booking was made in April for Labor Day weekend and Evolve texted confirmation to my phone. Pulled up the app to show the pics today and learned my reservation was canceled on 8/3. Called Evolve who said I must’ve canceled it and now the property is rented and rented for a day or 2 longer than my reservation. We have families that are flying. No other properties available on that lake now and no refund visible in my account although Evolve says it was refunded. Evolve also says “not their fault.” When asked why I was texted a confirmation in April but not the cancellation in August I was told Booking.com was emailed. Terrible company and neither Barack or the escalator, Sue was any help. Very suspicious timing, unethical practices, and no resolution. Buyer beware. Book at your own risk.

Their Rest Easy Promise is just marketing

It's unfortunate I have to submit this one-star review. We would not stay here or book with Evolve again. We reported our experience and tried to reach a resolution through Evolve. Take photos of everything you encounter in case you need it later, we regretably did not do this and Evolve is not willing to trust us noting, "We are unable to resolve this concern." Evolve promotes a “Rest Easy Promise” and says they’ll make things right when a property doesn’t meet their standards, but based on our experience, that guarantee felt more like marketing than a meaningful guest guarantee.

These reviews are NOT TRUE!!

These reviews are NOT TRUE!!! They are lies!!!! We have a property with them listed and they are the worst!!! No one who you speak with have no manual experience or how to handle guest!!! Does not matter what they do to your property they will NOT cover it!!! A guest showed up early. Their policy is to kick them out. They did nothing.!!! And they damaged the property stole toaster linen and evolve does not want to cover!!! The suck all around!!! They are only interested in their 15%!!! they don’t care about your property!!!

Reply from Evolve2026-08-31

Hi Tony, We’re sorry to hear about your experience. Your feedback is extremely important to us, and we attempted to locate your account to review the concerns highlighted in your review more closely. Unfortunately, the username associated with the review didn’t match any information in our system. We also requested additional details but didn’t receive a response. If you’re still open to discussing this further, please call our team at 877-818-1014 or send us a private message through any of our social media channels for assistance.

Well informed.

When contacting Evolve prior to our trip with questions, responses were handled quickly. The information provided was complete. The property was as described and we had no issues during our stay. A local host is provided if service is needed immediately.

Reply from Evolve2026-08-27

A getaway feels much easier when questions are settled before departure and the home is exactly what you expected upon arrival. We’re pleased our team provided prompt, thorough answers and that your stay went smoothly from there. Having a local Guest Contact available can add peace of mind, and it’s even better that you didn’t need their help. We hope to host you again!

The property was very clean

The property was very clean, well stocked with kitchen and bathroom supplies. The Host was accessible and answered our questions very quickly.

Reply from Evolve2026-08-27

Hi SES, There’s something especially welcoming about arriving at a spotless property and finding the kitchen and bathroom already stocked with the essentials. It sounds like the owner put real care into the details and was quick to help whenever a question came up, making it easy to settle in and enjoy your time away. Thank you for highlighting what made your stay so comfortable!

Nice property

The reservation process was easy and email reminders and tips for the area were great. The property was as described. We were very comfortable and enjoyed the home.

Reply from Evolve2026-08-22

Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re glad the reservation process was easy, the reminders and local tips were helpful, and the home was exactly as described. It’s wonderful to hear you had a comfortable and enjoyable stay!

We have been with Evolve several years

We have been with Evolve several years. Usually quick responses to questions. Glad Evolve will be partners with Furnished Finder. We have a long term rental converting soon to mid term. Listing with Evolve exposes a property to more viewers due to partners.

Reply from Evolve2026-08-20

Hi S, Thank you for partnering with Evolve over the years. It’s especially exciting that the Furnished Finder partnership aligns with your plans to transition a property from long-term to mid-term rentals. We’re glad our responsive support and broad listing exposure continue to bring value to your business!

We liked this house

The house itself was spacious and clean, with reasonable yards at front and back. The kitchen was very well stocked with utensils and with foods such as seasoning etc. The house had lots of nice touches. The owner responded well to enquiries. Nearby was a frequent bus route into San Antonio. We received a pleasant welcome from Mount Zion First Baptist Church too.

Reply from Evolve2026-08-15

Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re delighted you enjoyed the home’s spacious layout, cleanliness, well-stocked kitchen, and thoughtful touches. It’s also wonderful to hear that the owner was responsive and the nearby bus route made exploring San Antonio convenient. We hope to host you again!

The location was perfect for us

The location was perfect for us. The number of bedrooms and bathrooms worked well for our 3 couples staying there. Loved how quiet and peaceful the location was

Reply from Evolve2026-08-14

Thank you for your wonderful review! We’re glad the home comfortably accommodated your group and that you enjoyed the peaceful location. We hope to host you again!

Evolve has no regard for human safety

Customer support is really difficult to work with. They use deceptive tactics to keep your money when requesting a refund. One agent sent contact information for someone who they claimed could authorize a refund, but when I called that individual, they turned out to just be the on-site property manager. I was trying to resolve this issue for over 10 hours on the phone but was constantly getting redirected. There was a federal public health emergency declared in the area of my rental, yet Support claims their 'database' said our area was fine. I later found out from my 4th different agent that their 'specialty' team just looked at the news to determine if my rental area was effected. Absolutely unbelievable. Uncoordinated and no regard for human safety. The worst part of it all was how forced their dialogue is. They will always start off with 'I completely understand your situation...'. Their support chat is most likely a bot who can ping a real human to chime in at times, however, they also use the same ai phrases over and over with absolutely no resolution. One call lasted over 45 minutes with 35 minutes of it on hold. Absolutely frustrating and will never deal with Evolve again.

Reply from Evolve2026-08-12

Hello Isaiah, We’re sorry for the frustrating experience you had while seeking assistance. Being redirected between contacts and spending an extended amount of time on hold is not the level of service we aim to provide. Throughout our conversations, our team explained the reservation’s cancellation policy multiple times and advised that we would contact you if the property or surrounding area became directly impacted. At the time of review, the fire was approximately 30–35 miles northwest of the property; the home remains available, and the area is currently not subject to an evacuation order or applicable local restriction. Our escalation process included reviewing the property’s location and monitoring local ordinances and evacuation guidance. Because these circumstances did not qualify under the Flexible Cancellation Policy, the booking did not qualify for a full refund and remained subject to its original cancellation terms. We recognize that you were dissatisfied with this decision and requested further escalation. While you requested updates within a certain time frame, our team did not commit to those timelines. We understand the fire affected your travel plans and activities, even though the property itself was not directly impacted. We also appreciate your feedback regarding the communication and coordination you experienced, and we will share it with the appropriate teams. - The Evolve Team

No sense of obligation to customers

Cancelled a couple weeks before our family vacation which was a big problem because we rented 2 homes a four minute walk away to accomodate our extended family. Still had one home, no other home nearby available at last minute, and family coming in from all over. I understand they only manage the properties and if tge owner cancels there is nothing they can do about it. But when I said it's unfair that if we had cancelled we would have been out all our money but the host is out nothing for cancelling they explained the host is penalized $400 split between evolve and Airbnb!! I argued but they said they were making sure I'd get my money back! Thats all! Airbnb even gave my a coupon for a future stay to oartially compensate. Evolve: nothing but an 'I'm sorry'... but not sorry enough to keep them from picketing the entire $200 'host cancellation penalty fee'.

Reply from Evolve2026-08-08

Hello David, We’re sorry for the disruption this cancellation caused, especially with your extended family traveling and staying in two nearby homes. We understand how difficult it can be to secure comparable accommodations on short notice. We located your September 11–14 reservation and confirmed that the host reported necessary property maintenance that prevented the home from accommodating your stay. Because the reservation was booked through Airbnb, the cancellation and refund were processed according to Airbnb’s policies. You can learn more about its Host Cancellation Policy here: https://www.airbnb.com/help/article/990 We’d also like to clarify that Evolve did not retain the $200 host cancellation fee. While host penalties may apply when a reservation is canceled, they are handled according to the applicable policies and do not replace the significant inconvenience experienced by the guest. We recognize that receiving a refund and an apology did not resolve the impact this cancellation had on your family’s plans, and we’re sorry we could not provide the outcome you hoped for. - The Evolve Team

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Jamie Sagasta · 1 review · Experienced 2026-07-15 ·

If I could give Evolve zero stars

If I could give Evolve zero stars, I would. After doing business with Evolve and trusting them to manage bookings for my properties, I have decided to permanently end our business relationship. The final straw was when they withheld a payout for one of my reservations—even though the issue was caused entirely by Evolve, not by me. As a property owner, I upheld my responsibilities, yet I was the one who was forced to absorb the financial loss for their mistake. Instead of taking accountability or making things right, they chose to keep my payout. That level of customer service and business ethics is completely unacceptable. Property owners should know that when problems arise, you may not receive the support or fairness you expect. A company that refuses to stand behind its own mistakes is not a company I can trust with my business. There are plenty of other vacation rental management companies that value their partners and treat them fairly. I will never use Evolve again, and I cannot recommend them to any property owner looking for a reliable business partner.

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Rafael Fernandez · 1 review · Experienced 2026-07-03 ·

A shady company

I had an account with evolve with 3 of my homes. On one of the bookings they withheld my payout because they had a system error which they took accountability for and admitted it was a problem on their behalf. They didn't honor it and did not give me my payout which was about $1300. I took all off my properties of of evolve and would recommend everyone to not ever trust this company. I am baffled on the out come on this situation. I would give them 0 stars if I was able👎👎👎

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Justice West · 1 review · Experienced 2026-05-14 ·

I am a home owner

I am a home owner, and had an account with this company to list my properties. On a recent booking, they had previously unblocked a part of my calendar and a booking was made that had to be cancelled. They said they could see it was an issue on their behalf and I would not be charged the cancellation fee, and when I got a booking a few weeks later, they took the payout. I spoke to multiple supervisors who said the situation would be resolved, and I would receive my payout after months of going back-and-forth. They decided they were not going to give me my payout, after saying multiple times I would receive it. I have canceled my account and if you are a homeowner wanting to list your bookings with this company, I highly suggest you look somewhere else. I do not recommend this place at all.

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NICK Cocozziello · 3 reviews · Experienced 2026-08-03 ·

I had a very disappointing experience…

I had a very disappointing experience with Evolve. A booking came through after I inadvertently failed to block my calendar during a very busy time. Although I acknowledged the mistake, Evolve refused to work with me on a reasonable resolution and instead charged me a significant cancellation fee. I felt there was little flexibility or consideration for the circumstances, and the appeals process did not seem to genuinely consider my explanation. As a property owner, I expected a partner that would work with hosts to resolve issues fairly. Instead, I was left feeling unsupported and penalized. Based on my experience, I cannot recommend Evolve to other property owners and will be taking my business elsewhere.

Reply from Evolve2026-08-04

Hi Nick, We’re sorry to hear that you felt unsupported during the cancellation and appeals process. We understand that you acknowledged the calendar oversight and hoped the circumstances would allow for greater flexibility. Cancellation fees may apply when an owner is unable to honor a confirmed reservation. While fees charged by distribution partners such as Airbnb and Vrbo are determined by those platforms, fees associated with Evolve direct bookings help support the process of relocating affected guests. When a cancellation results from extenuating or unforeseen circumstances, our team may be able to request that the fees be waived. However, the handling team requires appropriate documentation or supporting evidence to advocate for an exception. Although you have since ended your partnership with Evolve, your feedback will be used to help us improve how we communicate with and support owners through situations like this.

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HappyTravelFamily · 1 review · Experienced 2026-07-25 ·

Severe Security Breach, Negligent Management, and Unsanitary Conditions

I am writing this to formally document the egregious violations I experienced at 3354 South Village Loop, Moab, UT. My stay was marred by a severe breach of privacy and a complete failure by the management company to provide a safe, sanitary, or functional environment. The property is heavily monitored by cameras, which appear to be used for predatory surveillance rather than guest security. On July 30, 2026, the property manager, Shelly, used this surveillance to track my movements and entered my private unit without notice, justification, or consent. At the time of this intrusion, I was undressed, creating a deeply traumatic and vulnerable situation. It was only when Shelly realized I had a camera recording her unauthorized entry that she panicked and ran out of the property. Furthermore, the property was in a state of total neglect. The home was covered in dust, the kitchen was filthy and infested with mold, and the advertised amenities including the hot tub and fire pit were completely non-functional. When I brought these violations and the security breach to the attention of the management team, they were entirely dismissive. They showed zero regard for my safety, the safety of my children, or the unacceptable state of the property. Even after I expressed that I no longer felt safe and needed to leave, they refused to provide any refund whatsoever, effectively trapping me in a hostile environment. It is clear that this company operates with a total disregard for the well-being and rights of their guests. Their management is unprofessional, their security practices are predatory, and their property is unsanitary. They have shown that they do not care about their guests, and I strongly advise others to avoid this rental entirely.

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Rian Gallagher · 1 review · Experienced 2026-07-31 ·

Left Us Without a Place to Sleep

We booked an AirB&B in Afton, OK hosted by Evolve. Our stay was supposed to be July 31-August 2 with a 4:00pm check in time. My friends and I traveled to Afton on July 31 and decided to get food to kill time while we waited for our check in. However, two hours before our check in time, we received a text, not even a call, from Evolve saying they had to cancel our stay due to plumbing issues. They took no initiative to try to set us up somewhere else. We were left without a place to stay as all hotels and AirB&Bs were booked, and we were limited with our options as we are three college students who spent most of our money on the AirB&B and travel. I understand that plumbing issues come up, but how absolutely inconsiderate and unacceptable to not even call but message us through AirB&B only two hours prior to our check in time to let us know we have no place to stay.

Reply from Evolve2026-08-04

Hi Rian, This is not reflective of the standard we hold ourselves to at Evolve, and we sincerely apologize for the circumstances surrounding your canceled reservation. We understand that unexpected property issues can arise, but receiving notice only two hours before check-in and being left without accommodations made an already difficult situation even more stressful. Our team should have provided stronger support with the relocation process, including sharing available alternatives and helping you understand your options. Your feedback has been shared internally to help us improve how we communicate with guests and respond to last-minute cancellations moving forward. Although your original travel dates have passed, we’re still available if you have any remaining questions or concerns. Please feel free to contact us at 877-818-1014 or send us a direct message through any of our social media channels.

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