The holiday let guide · Chapter 08

Airbnb and Booking.com

Useful channels, with their own trade-offs.

Understand each platform’s fees, payment timing, cancellation options and guest expectations. Keep calendars synchronised and check what happens when a reservation changes. Read current platform terms rather than relying on old advice.

One practical next step.

Calculate what each channel actually leaves you after fees.

This information reflects my experience and my understanding of published guidance. It is provided for general information only and should not be treated as legal, tax, planning or financial advice. Regulations can change, so always check the current official guidance.