Woman Can’t Believe What Guests Left Behind in Texas Airbnb: ‘Oh My God’

An Airbnb owner in Fort Worth has taken to TikTok to share some of the bizarre and unexpected items left behind at her Airbnb rental.
Sofia Kaiser has an Airbnb near the famous Stockyards, and in a video on TikTok with more than 2.8 million views, she shared incredible things she found left behind by guests, from uneaten food and full bottles of vodka to electronics and even business cards scattered in the yard.
“With so many guests flying in and out, it’s pretty common for things to be left behind. While it was a bit of a surprise at first, I’ve gotten used to it,” Kaiser told Newsweek. “A year ago, I decided to start sharing these finds on TikTok, and the reactions have been amazing.”
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Kaiser’s frequently shares videos featuring a wide array of items left by her weekend guests. From the standard fare of food and alcohol to more surprising finds like speakers, AirPods Max headphones and even an iPhone.
Her discoveries have captivated viewers. In one memorable instance, she shared how someone left their car keys at the house, while another unusual incident involved her yard being covered in business cards.
Rental app Airbnb is popular across the U.S. In 2023, North America was the region that brought the highest amount of Airbnb’s worldwide revenue at $4.6 billion. Airbnb report that the typical host earns more than $14,000 over the year.
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Of hosts, 44 percent said they used the money earned through hosting on Airbnb to cover needs such as food and other costs that have become more expensive, while more than 10 percent said money helped them avoid eviction or foreclosure.
In the recent video, Kaiser exclaimed “Oh my god” as she found two full bottles of vodka and a refrigerator full of food.
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Thousands of TikTokers were stunned by the discarded items, sharing their thoughts in the comments.
One commenter joked: “Are you sure they actually checked out and weren’t just out for the day?? lol.” Another quipped: “So buy an Airbnb so I can get groceries!”
Kaiser said she was delighted with the response to her videos of the things that guests left behind at her property, and loved reading through the comments.
“We’ve been lucky with our guests, and sharing these fun and unexpected finds on TikTok just adds another layer of enjoyment,” Kaiser said. “Everyone’s response has been fantastic—it’s been a fun way to connect with people and share the lighter side of hosting.”