Top Tips For Renting Out Your Holiday Home
Some tips from Owners Direct on how to advertise and manage your your holiday home:
- Know your market:
Know your target audience and research the price of comparable properties and alternative accommodation in the area.- Advertise:
Advertise your property somewhere it will definitely be seen. Reputable holiday rental websites are a cost effective way to get exposure to millions of travellers and manage booking enquiries.- Provide a prompt, professional service:
Respond to all queries from holidaymakers within 24 hours, or the booking may go elsewhere.- Set the holiday scene:
Great photos and descriptions really help set the holiday scene. Take time writing your copy, and remember, a great photo is worth a thousand words!- Be flexible with dates:
Stick to week-long minimum stays in peak periods if you wish, but be flexible at other times to attract those taking short breaks and buying cheap flight deals.- Rental contract:
Make sure you draw up a contract with your guests to ensure that both parties know what to expect.- Provide comments from past guests.
- Furnishing for rentals:
Keep furnishings simple and avoid clutter. Ensure the property meets health and safety requirements and consider what practical items guests will expect.- Have a local representative:
Ideally you should have someone to ‘meet and greet’ your clients. You will also need a cleaner and someone on hand loally to deal with any problems.- Go the extra mile:
Little extras can make all the difference – include a welcome pack of basics and a file with useful information on local attractions, activities and transport.
