Few places capture the heart like the Lake District. For generations, its imposing mountains, glittering lakes and ancient woodlands have been tempting visitors. Today England’s largest national park remains its most popular, with millions enjoying the spectacular scenery each year. As a holiday cottage owner in Lakeland, we can help you make the most of […]

Winter throws up new challenges for holiday homeowners. With harsher weather, shorter days and fewer families travelling, bookings can be harder to find. But with a little forward planning and the right amenities, you can entice new audiences to your property – like couples, groups, retirees and festive travellers. 62% of all the weeks booked […]

Holiday letting can be a really rewarding experience, but no matter how diligent you are as an owner, at some point you’ll probably receive some negative feedback from your guests. It’s never nice to hear, but by responding to your guest’s feedback in an open, professional way, you’ll more ably resolve their complaint and reduce […]

Families love holiday lets. The space, the flexibility, the facilities, they’re an easy and comfortable place to spend time away with loved ones. As a holiday let owner, families will probably make up the majority of your bookings, so it’s important to offer them everything they need for a great holiday. Not only will this […]

The constant noise, the heaving crowds, the grey surroundings… urban life can be overwhelming at times, and for many, an escape to the country is the perfect remedy. The thought of a secluded farmhouse, where you can just relax by the fire, bake in a bright and airy kitchen and listen to nature can sound […]

We’re all making the effort to lead greener lives and lessen our impact on the environment, in fact our holiday home owners often tell us it’s one of the most important issues for them right now. Encouragingly, it only takes a few small steps to improve the eco-friendliness of a holiday let and it can […]

Shorter days, lower temperatures, fewer bookings. Winter is often a quiet time for holiday let owners, but it doesn’t have to be! While fewer families travel out of season, couples, retirees and outdoor types will still be looking to get their fix of holiday R&R, and appealing to their love of walking is a great […]

A quarter of all British adults have a four-legged friend in their lives, and when it comes to holidays,  58% of them base their plans around their pooch. If you’re a holiday home owner, accepting pets can make a real difference to your earnings and you only need to make a few small changes to […]

Plentiful bookings, happy guests and a healthy profit; they’re what every holiday home owner dreams of and you can achieve all three. Even the most successful holiday home will experience quieter periods. However, it’s during these times you should evaluate your property to see if there are any simple improvements you can make to increase […]

For many, owning a holiday home is a chance to enjoy a more relaxed lifestyle, one of lazy weekends away, long summer breaks and Christmas in the countryside. But a holiday home can be a profitable investment opportunity too. By letting your cottage out to holidaymakers, you can generate a valuable source of extra income, […]