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10 Tips For Holiday Let Success


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In today’s episode of Holiday Let Insider – brought to you by Host Planet and Sykes Holiday Cottages – we’re joined by Nathalie Johnson, who shares her top 10 tips for holiday let success.


From adding thoughtful amenities and creating memorable welcome packs to learning how to trust your guests, Nathalie dives into what really makes a short-term rental stand out.


She also unpacks some of the less talked-about – but crucial – financial strategies, including why you should switch from council tax to business rates, and how to claim capital allowances to reduce your tax bill.


Whether you’re just starting out or scaling up, this episode is packed with insights every holiday let owner needs to hear.


Key takeaways:


• Be prepared to invest in amenities your guests will love.

• Learn to trust the people who book your rental.

• Remember, this is a business.


Thinking about partnering with Sykes to boost your bookings and income? Learn more here: sykescottages.co.uk/letyourcottage


2:02 Tip 1: don't underestimate the amount of investment needed

6:05 Tip 2: look at things from all perspectives

8:41 Tip 3: don't cut corners

10:23 Tip 4: £3 welcome packs are enough!

13:43 Tip 5: switch to business rates instead of council tax

15:08 Tip 6: learn to trust your guests

16:46 Tip 7: claim your capital allowances from Zeal Tax

18:36 Tip 8: work with a reputable agency like Sykes Holiday Cottages to maximise exposure

20:30 Tip 9: work with a really good cleaner and think about your processes

24:57 Tip 10: treat it like a business


Host Planet: https://www.hostplanet.club/


James Varley: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jdsvarley/


Sykes Holiday Cottages: https://www.sykescottages.co.uk/letyourcottage/


Zeal Tax: https://gozeal.co.uk/services/industries/host-planet-furnished-holiday-lets/


Join Host Planet and Sykes Holiday Cottages for Holiday Let Success on Tuesday 11 November in Chester (free to attend): https://www.hostplanet.club/events


Episode to check next: 


Where To Buy A Holiday Let In The UK: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YsndRmmn6VU  


Holiday Let Insider is brought to you by Host Planet and Sykes Holiday Cottages. The series is presented by James Varley, a holiday let investor and property manager who is also the Founder of Host Planet. Before founding Host Planet, James spent 20 years in the media, including a decade leading corporate communications for the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022.


Contact the show: [email protected]


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