Hen Hideaways API Overview

The Hen Hideaways API allows property owners to integrate their enquiry management workflow with external tools and services through platforms like Zapier.

What can you do with the API?

The API enables you to:

• Receive real-time notifications when new enquiries arrive
• Search and retrieve enquiries from your properties
• Update enquiry status (sent, responded, archived)
• List your properties for filtering and routing
• Set up webhooks for instant event notifications

Use Cases

Connect to Your CRM

Automatically create leads in your CRM (Salesforce, HubSpot, Pipedrive) when new enquiries arrive.

Slack Notifications

Get instant Slack messages when potential guests enquire about your properties.

Email Workflows

Trigger custom email sequences in tools like Gmail, Mailchimp, or SendGrid.

Spreadsheet Tracking

Log all enquiries to Google Sheets or Airtable for analysis and reporting.

Multi-Tool Workflows

Chain multiple actions together - for example, create a Trello card, send a Slack message, and add a row to Google Sheets all from one enquiry.

API Characteristics

• RESTful design - Standard HTTP methods (GET, POST, PATCH, DELETE)
• JSON responses - All data returned in JSON format
• Token-based authentication - Secure API tokens you generate from your owner portal
• Webhook support - Real-time notifications via REST hooks
• Rate limiting - Fair usage policies to ensure system stability

Getting Started

Ready to integrate? Follow our Getting Started guide to connect your first Zap.

Need Help?

• Check the Authentication guide to generate your API token
• Browse the complete API reference
• Learn about webhook subscriptions