They’ve been touring the world since he retired earlier this year following a 17-year career.
And James Haskell and Chloe Madeley have decided to list their property on Airbnb to raise money for charity and give fans an opportunity to stay in their house during the Rugby World Cup in Japan.
The sports star, 34, and his wife, 32, who are jetting out to East Asia during the sporting event which starts on Friday 20 September and ends on Saturday 2 November, are opening the doors to their country-style abode for fans.
Airbnb: James Haskell and Chloe Madeley have decided to list their property on Airbnb to raise money for charity and give fans an opportunity to stay in their house during the Rugby World Cup in Japan
Airbnb residents will have access to 90% of James and Chloe’s home, which is their primary residence and sleeps two guests, with all money raised going to Sebastian’s Action Trust – a charity that supports seriously-ill children.
The property has several lavish details, including a state-of-the-art kitchen with granite counters, rugby memorabilia and a large conservatory complete with a Red Bull fridge.
James and Chloe’s kitchen has a stylish island with black leather bar stools, modern appliances and even two coffee machines for Airbnb residents to use.
And after rustling up a meal, guests can enjoy their food in the large wooden conservatory, which has been transformed into a dining room complete with a Red Bull fridge, bar mat and television set.
Smitten: James and his wife Chloe have been touring the world since he retired earlier this year following a 17-year rugby career (pictured on their honeymoon in Fiji in July)
Lavish: The sports star, 34, and his wife, 32, who are jetting out to East Asia during the sporting event which starts on Friday 20 September and ends on Saturday 2 November, are opening the doors to their country-style abode for fans
Home: Airbnb residents will have access to 90% of James and Chloe’s home, which is their primary residence and sleeps two guests, with all money raised going to Sebastian’s Action Trust – a charity that supports seriously-ill children
For relaxing, Airbnb users can chill out in the sitting room which has a rustic fire, two large beige sofas with cushions and throws, and wooden coffee tables.
There’s plenty of things to keep guests entertained as the room boasts a large flat screen television, so they can keep up-to-date with the Rugby World Cup, and speakers to listen to music on.
James and Chloe’s house has two bedrooms for Airbnb users to stay in, with one room even having its own en suite.
There is also a large bathroom to share, which has a modern rectangle shaped bath tub and shower for guests to use.
Impressive: The property has several lavish details, including a state-of-the-art kitchen with granite counters, rugby memorabilia and a large conservatory complete with a Red Bull fridge
Dining area: And after rustling up a meal, guests can enjoy their food in the large wooden conservatory, which has been transformed into a dining room complete with a Red Bull fridge, bar mat and television set
Abode: The couple’s home has a country-style feel with several wooden detailings around their property
Rugby fans will also get to see some of James’ sporting memorabilia at the property as trophies, a rugby ball and signed shirts will be on display.
Talking about the reason behind listing their home on Airbnb, James exclusively told MailOnline: ‘The thing with Airbnb, it is so simple to do and such an easy set-up to utilise. So many people I know are doing it.
‘When we decided we were going to go to Japan as part of the World Cup, it was kind of a no-brainer really. It was such a simple process and obviously you can earn some income out of it. I am going to donate my fee to a charity called Sebastian’s Action Trust.
‘It’s something to do, it’s to encourage other people who are going abroad or going away to list their house on this platform. It’s such a simple thing, more people could be earning extra income or utilising their empty homes.’
Relaxing: For relaxing, Airbnb users can chill out in the sitting room which has a rustic fire, two large beige sofas with cushions and throws, and wooden coffee tables
Spacious: James and Chloe’s house has two bedrooms for Airbnb users to stay in, with one room even having its own en suite
Guest room: A different room for Airbnb guests to stay in during the Rugby World cup later this month
James went on to reveal that it is something he has thought about doing for a while and that he wanted to give fans an opportunity to stay in his home during the Rugby World Cup.
He continued: ‘I travel a lot and Chloe does travel a lot, I obviously have used Airbnb before and Chloe has as well. It’s very much nicer than going to hotels as you get that intimate experience, you can kind of put exactly what you need, what your requirements are.
‘Often the location is better than you get with hotels, mine was to give rugby fans an opportunity during the World Cup to stay in my house, which is almost a limited experience to watch the World Cup while it’s on.
Bathroom: There is also a large bathroom to share, which has a modern rectangle shaped bath tub and shower for guests to use
Impressive: Rugby fans will also get to see some of James’ sporting memorabilia at the property as trophies, a rugby ball and signed shirts will be on display
Proud: The sporting star proudly pictured with his trophy and rugby ball inside his home
‘The weekend, I’m away, there’s eight games on at the time, so people can really sit down and enjoy it, to get that real atmosphere of enjoying the world cup.’
And despite opening his home to the public, James isn’t worried about fans seeing his abode or personal belongings, he said: ‘The beauty of Airbnb is there’s many management companies which are available to help look after the house and keep everything in order/
‘That’s the beauty as well, with the Airbnb process you get people who are vetted and have ratings, star ratings. I am very confident people will respect my house just as I respect theirs when I go into it.
‘My house, we have been here for three years, it is intimate but it’s quite functional as well. Some of the aspects, being a rugby player, you never know how long you’re going to stay in one place for so we’ve done a few bits and pieces to it, but we haven’t gone mad.’
Reasons: Talking about the reason behind listing their home on Airbnb, James exclusively told MailOnline: ‘The thing with Airbnb, it is so simple to do and such an easy set-up to utilise. So many people I know are doing it.’
He added: ‘Often the location is better than you get with hotels, mine was to give rugby fans an opportunity during the World Cup to stay in my house, which is almost a limited experience to watch the World Cup while it’s on.’
Talking about the upcoming World Cup, James said: ‘I would have liked to have been there and played, unfortunately an injury cut my career short, which is a shame. The dream was to go to the World Cup to finish, unfortunately that’s not going to happen.
‘I am able to go out there and work. I’ve got a podcast called House Of Rugby, I’m going to the Maldives in just two weeks, then going out to Japan, putting my house on Airbnb. I’ll be there in some capacity. I’ve obviously gone from an England player to an England fan.
‘My summer has been pretty crazy in terms of me – DJ-ing in Ibiza, Fiji, Tonga. I’m pretty busy with lots of work bits and pieces, I’m disappointed not to be there, always looking forward to the World Cup it will be a very special one in Japan.’
James and Chloe’s house link goes live on Thursday 12 September and is bookable by the public on Airbnb from Monday 23 September.
How to book it: James and Chloe’s house link goes live on Thursday 12 September and is bookable by the public on Airbnb from Monday 23 September