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Ideas for hosts and owners, and what we've learnt running aparthotels in Cape Town since 2014.
Wondering how to compete in a crowded short term rentals market? Standing out in an overly crowded market is a huge challenge. Many short term let owners struggle to position properties in a way that…
One of the biggest trends in holiday letting property of late is conversions. With this trend, barns, factories, churches and historical monuments are transformed into fully equipped self-catering…
If you have been thinking about working with a short term rental manager, you have most likely reached a point where you are ready to grow. The number one reason that property owners hire managers is…
What role does video play in your vacation rental listings? Actually, a bigger role than you may realise. Video has become one of the biggest trends in social media, helping to encourage connections…
Wondering whether it is best to invest in short term rental property or a B&B? The former is a broader term for a wide range of rentals, including self-catering apartments, villas, holiday homes and…
If you want to lose holiday rental guests quickly and prevent your booking success from ever taking off, this article is for you. Not too long ago, we shared our tips on ways you may be scaring away…
According to a 2016 August Home study on smart vacation let features, guests are slowly starting to expect automation and other features. This study, titled Short-term Rentals: Smarter Housing with…
As we get closer to the end of the year, there are a few vacation rental trends worth noting for the year ahead. Over the last year, we have seen a slow but steady change in the way that people…
Ready to create your vacation rental listing? Before you get started, there are a few things to keep in mind. Many people assume that simply putting out a short term rental listing is enough to bring…
Are you putting off prospective vacation rental guests or making them want to book your rental? You may not even realise that you are scaring guests away. Many new rental owners do not realise how…
With Cape Town water restrictions still a major concern, now is a better time than ever to make sure that your short term vacation let property is water wise. Many experts have stated that we have a…
How much privacy can guests expect at your vacation letting property? Do you have the right to use hidden cameras in your property? Where do you draw the line between security and privacy? If you have…