Lets Guide

With searches for luxury holiday lets increasing. I thought it would be a good opportunity to discuss what makes a luxury holiday home.

It’s no surprise that 5-star luxury cottages are typically located in stunning settings, offering luxurious properties with sweeping sea views or charming countryside vistas. Guests willing to pay a premium will expect the cottage to be conveniently near local transport options and popular tourist attractions. Additionally, selecting a desirable location close to nature or perched on the coastline.

Top Destinations for Luxury Holiday Homes in Cornwall

• St Ives
• Carbis Bay
• Rock, Polzeath and Port Issac
• Mawgan Porth
• Pentire, Porth and Newquay
• St Mawes and The Roseland
• Fowey
• Mevagissy
• Helford, Flushing and Falmouth

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Luxury Interiors and Soft Furnishings

Exceptional interior design can greatly enhance the value of your property, offering guests a true 5-star experience.

With the recent increase in holiday lets in the county, competition is at an all-time high. It’s crucial to create a property that guests aspire to retreat to and will showcase your holiday home above the rest.

If the budget allows, collaborating with an Interior Designer can be a great investment to create a cohesive style throughout the property.

When speaking with owners in property visits, I try to explain that the consistency throughout the home is the simplest way to tell whether the property will be seen as luxury to guests. I would encourage you all to do a walkthrough of your own properties and ask yourself whether the standard and quality is consistent for each room.

Selecting the right furnishings is essential in crafting a 5-star luxury cottage and can be easily overlooked by new owners entering holiday letting, refer back to our blog Dress to Impress for details on creating a comfortable and luxurious night’s sleep for your guests.

Towels should be plush, with each guest receiving at least one hand towel and a bath sheet. For an added touch of luxury, consider providing a bath towel for each guest as well. If you offer a Hot Tub or Sauna, why not provide towelling robes. The quality of the interiors and visual appeal should align with the standards of a 5-star hotel stay.

Latest Technology and Gadgets

Equipping your cottage with the latest technology and high-end gadgets is another excellent way to deliver a 5-star holiday experience. Featuring premium amenities can attract more discerning holidaymakers, boosting booking conversion rates and maximizing your rental income.

Here are some luxury gadgets we recommend for your 5-star holiday rental:

• Coffee machine
• Bluetooth speakers
• Projector and cinema screen
• Games consoles
• Mood and motion sensor lighting
• DAB radio
• EV Chargers
• Smart TVs – ‘Size really does matter’
• Kitchen Gadgets – K Mixers, Hand Blenders etc
• Branded and stylish kettle and toaster will be the most used items in the holiday home and easily spotted in the property’s photography
• Wine Coolers

When purchasing these items, it’s important to remember that certain brands are easily recognisable to guests. Where possible avoid budget unknown brands.

Outside Spaces including Balconies and Sun Terraces

Well-presented outdoor spaces allowing natural light to flow into your property creates a warm, inviting atmosphere for guests while offering stunning views. Skylights, floor-to-ceiling windows, or bi-folding doors are fantastic ways to add an extra touch of luxury.

Its vital when creating a luxurious stay that the outdoor space receives the same level of detail as the main home. Low maintenance plants, well kept lawns, regular maintenance and cleaning will ensure this will be feature will shine to potential guests.

• Firepit or chimenea
• Water feature
• Lush foliage and planting
• High quality garden furniture that will seat all the guests
• Outdoor lighting
• A heated outdoor pool or hot tub
• Outdoor kitchen or cooking space with barbeque
• Enclosed garden spaces to exercise dogs with ease
• Outdoor Shower space
• New Trend – Outdoor bath tubs

In future blogs I will be looking closer at each room in a holiday home and discussing what guests expect in the inventory and how owners like you, can elevate their guests experience to a luxury stay.