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How to Improve Bookings For Your Holiday Let with Photography in Oxford & The Cotswolds
If you own a holiday cottage in Oxford, Woodstock or the Cotswolds, your photography is one of the biggest factors influencing bookings. Guests decide in seconds whether to click on…
How To Switch From Short Let To Residential Letting
Letting a property as a short let offers flexibility, seasonal demand and strong peak-period returns. Even so, many owners reach a point where they start considering a move to long-term…
The Most Requested Guest Essentials for a Successful Holiday Home
At Short Let Space, we regularly review guest feedback to understand what truly enhances a short-term stay. By analysing our 2025 guest reviews across Oxford, Oxfordshire, and beyond, we’ve identified…
Short Let Space Are Going Plastic Free
Short Let Space Moves to Refillable Toiletries to Cut 12,000 Plastic Bottles a Year! At Short Let Space, we’re proud to announce that we are on track to eliminate single-use…
Oxford Airbnb Regulations & Legal Guide
Our Comprehensive Guide: Oxford Airbnb Regulations – 2025 Edition We are frequently asked, “What are the rules for Airbnb properties in Oxford?” Many property owners are unsure how Oxford’s specific…
Understanding Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs): A Comprehensive Guide
Image Source: SewcreamStudio via iStock Energy Performance Certificates (EPCs) are essential assessments that measure a property’s energy efficiency. In the UK, having a valid EPC is a legal requirement when…
Finding the Best Gardener for Your Holiday Home in Oxfordshire & The Cotswolds
Keeping your property’s outdoor spaces well-maintained is essential for ensuring a great experience for guests and maintaining the property’s value. Hiring a professional gardener can help you achieve this, but…
Keeping Your Housekeepers and Guests Safe from Cleaning Products
As a property owner with Short Let Space, ensuring the safety of your housekeeping team and guests is essential. One key aspect of this is managing cleaning products safely, in…
Mandatory Requirements of a Holiday Let Landlord
We at Short Let Space champion best practice in the short term rentals and holiday lettings sector. There are several mandatory requirements that you need to fulfil as a landlord,…
Important Tax Changes for Holiday Let Owners: What You Need to Know
If you own a holiday let with Short Let Space, you may have heard about the recent tax changes announced by the UK Government. From April 2025, the Furnished Holiday…
Protecting Your Holiday Home: What Happens if a Guest Causes Damage?
Owning a holiday rental property can be a rewarding investment, but one of the biggest concerns for owners is the risk of damage caused by guests. While most stays go…
Our Top 9 Tips on How to Create a Good Guest Experience in Your Holiday Home.
Creating a great guest experience in your holiday home requires planning, attention to detail, and excellent customer service skills. If you want to look after these aspects of your holiday…
