Travel was always a priority for you, yet somehow your 20’s slip by without you ever setting foot beyond the confines of an all-inclusive resort, or an 18-30’s holiday, and if you did, it was for no longer than 3 weeks. Now you have a mortgage and ‘couldn’t possibly afford’ to travel whilst paying all your bills, yet your wanderlust desires haven’t dissipated, and in fact your list of must-see destinations has become even longer. The solution – let your property pay for your trip by short-letting with Pass The Keys on Airbnb AND earn yourself the money you need to fund your adventures. Sounds like it’s too good to be true? Read on below to find out how PTK Exeter is helping homeowners do exactly this.
Will people want to stay in my house?
Many people dream of getting away, whether it be to explore new countries, lounge on the beach or work somewhere new, but the responsibilities of bills and a mortgage often stops them in their tracks. This is far too common a story, which really need not end that way. At Pass The Keys Exeter, we currently have 2 properties where the homeowners are the other side of the world in Oz, and whilst they are enjoying the sunshine and BBQ’s, we’ve been looking after their house and letting it out on the short-term rentals market.
People often think their home isn’t special enough, or it’s not got enough space, or in the wrong area, but the truth is, there is often a need you may not have thought of. Even during these difficult times, we’ve been able to secure bookings for those who are self-isolating or people undertaking essential work in the area. Sometimes all you need is a lick of paint, a few soft furnishings and homely additions, and your property will appeal to the ever-growing visitors holidaying in the region.
Devon is in the top 5 for staycations in the UK
Being on the beautiful South coast of Devon, we have a wealth of stunning landscapes, family friendly attractions and adventurous activities that attract people from all over the UK. A recent article from Devon Live noted the county has been ranked as being in the top 5 UK staycation locations this August. With the recent Covid crisis, there’s been a huge increase in people choosing to holiday ‘at home’ and bookings for the coming year are already coming in thick and fast. It makes sense to take advantage of our privilege living in the South West and put your property on the market now to get ready for next year’s boom.
A hassle-free, hands off approach
The best thing about using Pass The Keys, Exeter, is you can be sure your home is in expert hands with a professional, local agent. We are franchise owners, so we have the support of a successful National organisation, but the knowledge of local property professionals. We have lived in Devon for over 30 years and know exactly what it has to offer. We’ve also been running an independent Estate Agency in Exeter for over 20 years.
Homeowners are often put off offering their home for short stays for all the extra work it requires. We offer a complete end to end management service, which includes the set up of your property on various portals including Airbnb, taking bookings, cleaning and provision of hotel quality linen, check in and out and dealing with guest enquiries through the stay, leaving you free to explore your latest destination. During the summer months your home could be making you a tidy sum whilst leaving you with the freedom to return when you need, unlike lengthy traditional rental contracts that prevent you from using your home at all during the duration of the tenancy.
Now is the time
With 2020 turning out to be a year no-one expected, with limited or no travel for most, 2021 is set to be a huge year for holiday makers. There is no time to waste in getting your property ready for the upcoming barrage of tourists that are planning to visit Devon. This is the perfect opportunity to take that trip you’ve been planning a lifetime for and make your dreams a reality. Our forecast for the year ahead shows there will be more visitors than there are properties, meaning well set-up and well managed homes will be even more desirable. We can help you get your property ‘vacation ready’ and make your property work for you.
I’m interested! What’s the first step?
The first thing to do is to visit our website where you can find out what your property may be able to achieve on the short-term lettings market. Just go to www.passthekeys.co.uk. When you do this you can book a call with us, or leave your details and we will contact you. Our initial consultation is completely free and without obligation, so even if you’re just in the early stages and exploring options, don’t hesitate to get in touch. We look forward to speaking with you!