Airbnb and Short-let management in Reading
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Airbnb and Short-let management in Reading
Hassle-free short-let management that optimises your rental income.
Why let Pass the Keys manage your Airbnb?
Hassle-Free Vacation Rentals
Airbnb Professional Co-Host
We are one of the few official Airbnb co-hosts, so you can trust us with your vacation rental property.
Integral Management
We take care of everything so you can relax. Communication with guests, check-in, cleaning, laundry and much more.
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Increase your income
We use a proprietary dynamic pricing strategy to maximize your rental income through the right balance between nightly rates and occupancy.
Host Portal
We upload photos after each cleaning, so that you are always aware of the state of your property.
Guest Verification
We check guests thoroughly before accepting reservations to ensure the security of your property.
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Meet Neil & Dennis
Hi, we are Neil and Dennis, Franchise Owners of Pass the Keys® - Reading. We've lived in Reading for years, and love its diversity and vibe. Our passion for property and hospitality connects us with our hosts and guests. Whether you are travelling for business, or on holiday with family and loved ones, our local team are committed to offering you an memorable experience in a well connected Reading property.
Book direct with Pass the Keys
We optimise occupancy for our hosts through the main distribution channels, and our own website for guests.
What Airbnb management services does Pass the Keys provide?
We can provide you with a number of services in relation to your property, including the following (all services to be confirmed by local account manager):
What is a professional Airbnb co-host?
Due to the size of our property portfolio and the consistent quality of our service, Pass the Keys® was invited to become an official Airbnb co-host in 2018. This exclusive status provided Pass the Keys with a key account manager and direct integration with their systems so that we could dynamically update pricing, report on guest behavior and other key metrics. We have retained our advantages as a valued partner even though Airbnb has now withdrawn the program (2022).
Access our magic Client Portal
View all the relevant info on your host account 24/7. It is quick and easy to use and available on all platforms..
View all upcoming guest bookings at a glance. Book personal stays in your short let property through our calendar by simply blocking the dates.
Track the rental income for your property for any given month and monitor occupancy rates and average daily rates.
View key information about bookings and occupancy. View the service log to see the photos after each clean and guarantee piece of mind that your property is in safe hands.
Read the wonderful reviews your guests leave for your property. See each one as it comes in and your average rating.
Airbnb Management Service in Reading
Reading is a lively commercial hub with a high number of business commuters coming from across the UK to visit the head offices of major organisations such as Microsoft and Oracle. The University of Reading means that the city also has a young, student feel to it, with no shortage of events throughout the year. Let’s not forget that Reading is home to one of the biggest festivals in the UK!
Becoming an Airbnb host means you can accrue a higher income overall than just letting out with a traditional tenancy contract. Reading is the UK’s third-largest digital technology city, and the area is also home to many large business parks where thousands of people work, therefore supporting a huge demand for flats to rent in Reading.
The popularity of Reading apartments for rent is not limited to specific times of the year. However, during summertime, the Reading Festival brings over a hundred thousand fans into town, and the end of the academic year in June increases student/family demands. Short letting hosts should expect their booking incomes to double or triple over the summer. But don’t underestimate the festival season (i.e. Christmas) when cottage houses are always fully booked by visiting family/friends.
Location wise, the centre of Reading is well suited for business travellers, whilst the Caversham area is in high demand during summer and Christmas time. Houses to rent in Reading near the Royal Berkshire Hospital are always popular with NHS workers and visitors. Reading is also in demand with weekend family visitors because of its fantastic travel connections. Reading is just 25 minutes from London Paddington by national rail and a 30-40 minute drive to Oxford, Henley-On-Thames, and Chiltern Hills. In short, Reading is a popular destination for family tourists and business travellers at all times of the year.
Pass the Keys Reading provides hassle-free holiday let management and scales all the processes associated with Airbnb hosting. We utilise a smart market-leading system to perfectly price your property to rent in Reading and achieve maximum occupancy. We take professional photos of your Reading accommodation and provide an appealing listing description to ensure your property stands out well against competing listings in the area. What's more, our Airbnb agency has a 24/7 customer support team on hand to deal with all guest communications and our housekeeping teams take care of deep cleaning your property between reservations. Each managed home is stocked with quality guest amenities including fresh linen, toiletries, kitchen utensils and other essentials. Our dedicated Airbnb management team will help you to maximise your property's rental income and provide you with Airbnb cleaners, allowing you to sit back, relax and enjoy the benefits of short term letting.
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