OWN A HOLIDAY HOME?
Let Your Property in the Cotswolds or West of England
Join our award-winning holiday home letting agency to maximise your rental income with expert marketing and personalised support.
Maximise your Holiday Let Earnings with Bolthole Retreats.
Wherever you’re starting from
We’ll help you make the most of your property.
New to holiday letting
From your first questions to your first booking, we’ll guide you through the process.
Talk to our team →Already letting your property
Discover what a more proactive marketing strategy and tailored pricing could do for your property.
Book a free review →With another agency
Looking for a more personal approach? Let’s review your property’s potential and your current letting arrangements.
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BEFORE YOU JOIN
What you can expect from us.
- A friendly chat to get to know you and your property
- A visit to your property, with free expert advice and a personalised income projection
- Personalised recommendations on presenting your property to its fullest potential
- All your questions answered
ONCE YOU’RE ON BOARD
When you’re ready to join us.
- Professional photography, booked at a time to suit you
- Pricing tailored to your home
- Your listing and welcome guides, written by our copywriting team
- Expert marketing across our website and partner channels
- Go live and start earning
MEET OUR OWNERS
What our owners say.
“Since joining Bolthole Retreats in March 2024, we have seen more bookings across our six holiday cottages than ever before. The whole team are lovely to deal with, always friendly, helpful and supportive. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them to other holiday-let owners.”
GARRY & SUZANNE
“As a first-time holiday letter, I was naturally quite nervous at the start. However, Bolthole Retreats made the entire process remarkably easy and seamless.”
EMMA
“Bolthole Retreats provided me with accurate information on my projected income and how they were going to deliver it. True to their word, bookings literally flowed in from day one.”
lindsay
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“All of the team at Bolthole Retreats are fantastic, and are an absolute pleasure to deal with. We are so glad to have partnered with them, and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them.”
DAVID & LAURA
“Bolthole Retreats go above and beyond, they are always at the end of a phone which is a treat these days. I could not recommend them highly enough!”
sUE
“Bolthole Retreats have increased our bookings significantly since taking our cottage. I cannot praise this company highly enough!”
DUNBAR
“We have been with Bolthole Retreats for almost three years now and we cannot fault their level of service.”
CAMILLA
“Deciding to buy a property and launch it as a holiday let was something that felt quite nerve-wracking for me. The team were always there to help – from interior ideas to bouncing around my queries about the admin and housekeeping side of things.”
RUTH
“Using Bolthole Retreats has been our first experience of the holiday rental market and we have been very pleasantly surprised. The friendliness of the company and the professionalism of all we have dealt with has been very impressive. We are very pleased to have found them.”
MICHAEL & SHEILA
WHO WE ARE
Our story.
Bolthole Retreats began with a simple idea: to share the countryside’s most characterful homes with guests who’ll love them as much as their owners do. From our base in Cheltenham, we’ve got more than 25 years combined holiday letting and hospitality experience across the Cotswolds, Herefordshire, the Forest of Dean and the wider West of England.
Our team all live in the areas we promote and we are passionate about the region. We choose every property for its character and commercial potential and work closely with each owner to help their home stand out.
What sets us apart
Why owners choose Bolthole Retreats.
RECOGNISED ACROSS THE INDUSTRY
An award-winning holiday letting agency.
Can I still use the property myself?
Absolutely. Your owner agreement includes time for your own stays. Just book your dates in the owner portal as early as you can. We’d strongly recommend avoiding peak periods to make the most of your income.
How do bookings work?
We manage all guest bookings from enquiry to confirmation. You and your housekeeper are notified of every booking by email, and you can see your calendar at any time in your online account.
How much notice will I get?
Bookings are made online with at least 48 hours’ notice. If anyone wants to arrive sooner, we’ll always call you first.
Can I list with other agencies or sites too?
We work on an exclusive basis, managing all your bookings across every channel, including our own website, Airbnb, Booking.com, Vrbo and Plum Guide.
That means one calendar, no double bookings, consistent pricing, and one team managing all your bookings.
Who looks after the guests?
We handle all guest communication before and after each stay, from the first enquiry to post-stay follow-up. If anything comes up during a stay, your nominated emergency contact (usually your housekeeper) is the first port of call and our team will always do our best to help where we can.
What happens if something gets damaged?
Accidents do happen. Our Accidental Damage Waiver covers the first £250 of any accidental damage claim, or up to £500 for larger properties, so you have peace of mind with every stay.
Do you charge guests a cleaning fee?
We add a Stay Supplement to each booking, built into the total price guests see, so your income is maximised for both short and long stays.
Can I make changes to my listing?
Of course. Just get in touch and we can discuss any changes to your photos, calendar or description. Our in-house copywriters will shape any wording changes to fit our house style (and what we know helps properties book!) and we’ll always run them past you first.
How am I paid?
We pay all owners monthly.
READY WHEN YOU ARE
Find out what your property could earn.
Book a free, no-obligation consultation with our local team or call us on 01242 851208.
INSIGHTS FROM THE EXPERTS
Owner Blogs
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Behind the Scenes at Your Property Photo Shoot: Showcasing Your Holiday Let at Its Absolute Best
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2026 Holiday Let Insights: Navigating a Shifting UK Market
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Holiday home interior design tips: make your property irresistible
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Eco-friendly holiday home tips for owners: how to make your letting more sustainable
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How to let a holiday home: a guide for owners
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The benefits of letting a holiday home
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The benefits of accepting pets in your holiday let
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Renting out a second home or holiday let for the first time
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Thinking about holiday letting?
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