Choosing the Right Platform: Airbnb vs Vrbo vs Booking.com (2026 Guide for Agencies & Owners)
The short-term rental landscape has become crowded, and by 2026 property owners and agencies are spoiled for choice. Airbnb, Vrbo and Booking.com are the three powerhouses that dominate distribution, but they target different guests and operate under very different mode
7 signs your holiday‑letting agency is underperforming
SEO title: Is your holiday‑letting agency failing you? 7 warning signs to watch for Meta description: Learn how to spot when your letting agent isn’t pulling their weight. We outline seven indicators of poor performance and offer tips on what to do next. Introductio
Airbnb vs holiday letting in Cornwall
Introduction Airbnb transformed the short‑term rental landscape, allowing anyone to list a property easily. But in destinations like Cornwall, local holiday‑letting agencies still play a major role. Should you list exclusively on Airbnb, join multiple platforms or p
Council tax and holiday lets in Cornwall: what you need to know
Introduction Owning a second home or holiday let in Cornwall involves navigating both council‑tax and business‑rate obligations. Recent legislation allows councils to charge significant premiums on second homes. This post explains when you’ll pay council tax or bu
10 ways to increase the income from your holiday let
Introduction With more holiday homes on the market than ever, standing out is essential. These ten strategies, backed by industry research, can help you attract more guests, justify premium rates and increase occupancy throughout the year. 1. Invest in professional phot
What guests expect from holiday homes in Cornwall (2026)
Introduction Guest preferences evolve constantly. Looking ahead to 2026, travellers seek more than just comfortable accommodation. Research from Unique Homestays and industry insight from holiday‑rental experts reveal new trends in design, amenities and cultural immer
Airbnb’s 15.5 % Host‑Only Fee: what it means and why it matters
Introduction Airbnb has reshaped its fee structure. Starting in late 2025 and finalised in 2026, the platform moved away from its long‑standing split‑fee model—where hosts paid a small service fee and guests paid a separate, often higher fee—and introduced
Tax rules for furnished holiday lettings in the UK explained (2026 update)
Introduction The UK’s furnished holiday let (FHL) tax regime offered generous reliefs to holiday‑home owners who met strict criteria. As of 6 April 2025, the regime has been abolished and properties are taxed like other residential lettings. This post expl
Should you manage your holiday let yourself or use an agency?
Introduction When you own a holiday property in Cornwall, you face a major decision: should you run it yourself or entrust it to a professional letting agency? The answer depends on how much time you can invest, your expertise in marketing and compliance, and whether th