The Holiday Cottage Business
Setting yourselves up in the holiday cottage business requires a wide range of skills-some of which you will have and some which you will acquire along the way.
Take the trial and error out of this important business venture and draw upon our inside knowledge of the holiday cottage and holiday complex trade.
We can help you direct your outgoings to bring you in a good return on your investment.
Some of the areas of expertise that we can help with;
Realistic financial advice and projections
Regional property knowledge of the West Country
Accompanied property viewings to assess business/site potential
Setting realistic bookings levels for tourist occupancy
Hosting and customer relations
Crisis Management
Administration
Creating publicity material
Strategic and financial planning
Handling complaints
Taking self catering and bed and breakfast bookings
Facilities Management
Furnishings and equipment
Setting up a website
Website maintenance
PR, Marketing and Advertising
Media Relations
Quality Assurance
Managing publicity budgets
Grounds Maintenance
Achieving appropriate accreditations
Holiday Cottage and Holiday Letting Consultants in the UK
Sample Packages
Buying the Right Business Package 2008
One Day accompanied viewings of up to 2 potential properties with Clive Edwards and Wendy Hawkins
Suggested time 9-30am until 4pm
Written report follows within 10 working days
We listen to your aspirations and get a feel for the lifestyle you want to achieve. We will assess the business potential of your short listed properties. As a result of this first hand knowledge of you and looking closely at the possibilities that these 2 properties offer we send you a comprehensive written report under the following headings:
Asset Potential Asset Growth Development of the site to maximise the long term growth of the property as an asset and obtaining the maximum financial benefit
Layout, Condition and Potential Assessing the suitability of the property for its intended use as a business. General advice on refurbishment.
Clients and Demography Identifying your market potential; unique selling point and the groups of people likely to use your establishment.
Seasonal variations and how to plan for them. Regional and geographic considerations that could compliment your business.
Strategic Planning Realistic financial advice and projections for the next Three Years. The sort of income you can reasonable expect to generate and an assessment of typical costs. At the end of the day your balance sheet will determine the success of your business. We may well be able to save you money as we will assess the cost effectiveness of the major decisions and developments that you envisage.
Running the Business Furnishings and equipment Creating a style that suits the clients that you are hoping to attract- getting this right at the outset saves you time and money.
Grounds Maintenance Keeping your property looking attractive from the outside. The equipment you will require.
£850 +VAT
Business Set Up Package
One Day on site consultation with Clive Edwards and Wendy Hawkins
Suggested time 9-30am until 4pm
Written report follows within 10 working days
In order to tailor advice to specifically meet your needs we visit you on site to assess the market potential of your property. We listen to your aspirations and get a feel for the lifestyle you want to achieve. As a result of this first hand knowledge of you and your business we send you a comprehensive written report under the following headings:
Strategic Planning Realistic financial advice and projections for the next 3 Years. The sort of income you can reasonable expect to generate and an assessment of your costs. At the end of the day your balance sheet will determine the success of your business. We may well be able to save you money as we will assess the cost effectiveness of the major decisions and developments that you envisage.
Asset Growth Development of the site to maximise the long term growth of the asset and obtaining the maximum financial benefit
Clients and Demography Identifying your market potential; unique selling point and the groups of people likely to use your establishment.
Seasonal variations and how to plan for them. Regional and geographic considerations that could compliment your business.
Setting realistic bookings levels for tourist occupancy Balancing occupancy with prices, planning in the down times/maintenance. Knowing when to discount or offer special interest packages.
Running the Business Administration Basic advice on setting up office systems/budgets/staffing. Being business like at the outset gives your client's confidence and ensures that you have the necessary handle on your bookings and budget.
Taking self catering and bed and breakfast bookings Advice appropriate for your business on fail safe checking of availability. Use of online booking systems; securing payments; booking conditions. Maintaining contacts
Furnishings and equipment Creating a style that suits the clients that you are hoping to attract - getting this right at the outset saves you time and money.
Facilities Management Practical advice on cleaning, laundry, housekeeping and general maintenance that is appropriate for your property, level of skills and time available.
Grounds Maintenance Keeping your property looking attractive from the outside. The equipment you will require.
Quality Assurance Your own role by using checklists and customer feedback to enable you to monitor satisfaction. Affiliation with regional and national quality assurance schemes. Which ones matter to your business and why. Advice on handling complaints.
Getting the Business Creating publicity material Creating and maintaining a house style for your documentation and on line material. Advice on the use of free lance professionals.
PR, Marketing and Advertising. Assessment of effectiveness of IT and other media outlets for your business. Managing the publicity budget and monitoring its effectiveness.
Website What needs to be included on your site? Indication of costs for set up and up dating. Guidance on the process of website optimisation and how you get picked up by search engines. Your presence on specialist websites - which ones bring you the business.
Price on application depending on the size of your project-For clients outside Devon, Cornwall, Dorset and Somerset travels costs apply.
Rescue Package
One Day on site consultation with Clive Edwards and Wendy Hawkins
Suggested time 9-30am until 4pm
Written report follows within 10 working days
In order to tailor advice to specifically meet your needs we visit you on site to assess the market potential of your property. We listen to your difficulties and get a feel for the lifestyle you want to achieve. As a result of this first hand knowledge of you and your business we send you a comprehensive written report under the following headings:
Strategic Planning Asset Growth Development of the site to maximise the long term growth of the asset and obtaining the maximum financial benefit
Realistic financial advice and projections for the next Three Years. The sort of income you can reasonable expect to generate and an assessment of your costs. At the end of the day your balance sheet will determine the success of your business. We will advise on how to maximise your income and cut costs.
Clients and Demography Identifying your market potential; unique selling point and the groups of people likely to use your establishment. Seasonal variations and how to plan for them. Regional and geographic considerations that could compliment your business.
Setting realistic bookings levels for tourist occupancy Balancing occupancy with prices, planning in the down times/maintenance. Knowing when to discount or offer special interest packages.
Business Administration Reporting on the efficiency of your office systems and suggesting improvements.
Furnishings and Equipment An assessment of what you offer and how well this matches your client's aspirations.
Facilities Management Practical advice on cleaning, laundry, housekeeping and general maintenance that is appropriate for your property, level of skills and time available.
Grounds Maintenance Keeping your property looking attractive from the outside. The equipment you will require.
Quality Assurance Your own role by using checklists and customer feedback to enable you to monitor satisfaction. Affiliation with regional and national quality assurance schemes. Which ones matter to your business and why. Advice on handling complaints.
Getting the Business Creating publicity material Creating and maintaining a house style for your documentation and on line material. Advice on the use of free lance professionals.
PR, Marketing and Advertising. Assessment of effectiveness of IT and other media outlets for your business. Managing the publicity budget and monitoring its effectiveness.
Website What needs to be included on your site? Indication of costs for set up and up dating. Guidance on the process of website optimisation and how you get picked up by search engines. Your presence on specialist websites- which ones bring you the business.
Cost £850 + VAT
Coaching and Mentoring Package
At monthly intervals, six telephone sessions, of an hour in length, to set and monitor long and short term goals for the business. These sessions are only available to existing clients.
Realistic guidance on how to measure success when setting your goals.
Monitoring progress each month and on going advice on achieving the goals-knowing the questions to ask and help with finding the answers from a wealth of experience.
Coaching you to keep focused on the strategic growth of your new venture
Professional consultative advice to hone your skills in developing the full potential of your business.
We charge £12 per hour for this service.