ThirdHome
| Company type | Private |
|---|---|
| Industry | Hospitality, Real estate services |
| Founded | 2010 |
| Founder | Wade Shealy |
| Headquarters | Brentwood , United States |
Area served | Worldwide |
Key people | Wade Shealy (Founder) |
| Products | Luxury home exchange, vacation rentals, travel adventures |
| Website | thirdhome |
ThirdHome is an international luxury home exchange platform founded by Wade Shealy in 2010, with its main office located in Brentwood, Tennessee, USA. The service caters specifically to owners of secondary residences, providing a premium network for swapping upscale properties around the globe.
Overview
Functioning as a private community for luxury second-home owners, ThirdHome features a collection exceeding 20,500 properties spanning 100 countries. Members trade unused vacation time at their own homes to accumulate travel credits, which can then be redeemed for stays at other high-end locations. The inventory includes an array of exclusive accommodations such as castles, villas, estates, resorts, and even yachts.
Operational model
Focused solely on luxury secondary residences, ThirdHome excludes primary homes from its exchange program. Property owners earn "Keys" by listing their homes, which offer flexible travel options without the necessity of direct reciprocal exchanges. This approach uniquely positions ThirdHome within the premium home exchange industry.
Additionally, the company has formed alliances with various resort and residence club brands to broaden its offerings and extend its market presence.
Company history
Wade Shealy, an entrepreneur with real estate experience dating back to 1986, launched ThirdHome in 2010 after recognizing a demand among clients for diverse vacation opportunities without relinquishing ownership of their second homes. Initially starting with a modest membership base, the company has experienced substantial growth.
In 2018, ThirdHome introduced Rentals and Adventures to its portfolio, expanding its range of travel services. As of 2025, it oversees more than 20,500 properties across 100 countries, demonstrating significant expansion and global reach.
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