With staycations being more popular than ever before, couples and families are looking to the beautiful areas of the United Kingdom to take their annual holidays. Whilst summer is peak season for these adventures, other special occasions such as Easter and Christmas also invite breaks away. And with holiday makers wanting more freedom with their stays, self-catering properties are proving most popular, with properties in touristy areas most sought after.
With that, there’s no better time to delve into the world of holiday homing, especially if you’re looking for an exciting new source of income. Holiday homes are extremely profitable, and with summer weather sunnier than ever this season, we’d predict that next year more staycations will be planned than ever before. Families and friends will look to the beautiful beaches of Cornwall, the hustle and bustle of a city break, or the effervescent landscapes of the Lakes to enjoy a well-earned break, or perhaps partake in a variety of fun activities. In all instances, they’re going to need somewhere to stay, and this is where you come in.
So, we know what you’re thinking, in theory this all sounds fantastic, but isn’t it going to create a whole heap of work for you? Choosing an agent that will be there to support you through the process is key, say for example you are in the Lake District area, Lakelovers are a great option for guiding you through the process. They allow you to be as involved in the process as you wish to be, they can handle absolutely everything for you, or if you’d prefer a more personal experience, they will be there to deal with the sides of things you’d rather not but leave the fun bits up to you!
That’s the logistics covered, now what about the practicalities? Ensuring that your home is ready for visitors is important, if you’re wanting to do any DIY projects or updating of individual areas, we’d advise you to do so before you enter into the process. The more preened the property the better, after all, guests are going to want to feel at home in their accommodation, and if you can secure repeat customers, you’re set up for a great business.
Offering your second home as a holiday home can be both a profitable and fun experience for all involved, and believe us when we say, if you’re not thinking about it, you definitely should be!
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Daniel Peacock