Let Your Property
with Bolthole Retreats.
Join our award-winning agency to maximise your rental income with expert marketing and personalised support.
Maximise your earnings with Bolthole Retreats.
Successful holiday letting
starts here.
Keep more of what you earn – just 12.5% commission, no hidden fees.
Proudly independent, with dedicated, personal support at every step.
Local marketing experts across every channel, showcasing your home to a global audience.
Competitive commission
We offer the lowest commission in the area, with no annual or monthly fees. From setting the rates to managing guest stays, we take care of the entire rental experience for you.
Expert advice
As a leading independent holiday rental specialist, we are here to advise you on how to maximise the return on your property investment, while minimising the amount of work for you.
Local Team
We are a Cheltenham-based team with more than 25 years’ experience in holiday letting. No call centres, just friendly support and help whenever needed. 98% of guests would stay with us again.
THE BOLTHOLE STRATEGY
How we market
your home.
Working with you exclusively, we showcase your property and its location, producing engaging content, welcome guides and area guidebooks written by our experienced in-house travel copywriters, as well as coordinating professional photography and 3D tours.
Our market-leading website and SEO expertise drives bookings, with 55% of our guests booking direct. We are also partnered with all the leading booking channels, including Airbnb, Booking.com and Vrbo, so your property is seen by an international audience.
THE BOLTHOLE DIFFERENCE
Why choose Bolthole
Retreats?
- Free advice and property valuation
- Bespoke pricing model, individual to your home
- Bolthole AcciCover Bond – we guarantee to pay out claims to owners up to the first £250 of any accidental damage claim
- Maximising your property’s reach and visibility across social media, email marketing, advertising and press coverage
- No start-up or yearly fees
- Professional photography, aerial footage, floorplans and 3D tours of your property
- Exposure to global holiday booking platforms – we list your house on more than 10 third-party sites such as Airbnb, Booking.com, Vrbo and Plum Guide
- Guest bookings managed for you, 24/7
- Support from our owners’ team
- Local expert knowledge and advice – we all live in the area and are passionate about promoting it
- Experienced travel copywriters who bring your property and the local area to life
- An in-house PR and marketing team
- Exclusive Experience discounts for your guests
ALWAYS ON HAND
Here to give advice right
from the start.
We are passionate about beautiful holiday homes and offering excellent service to our owners and guests. If you are new to letting or a seasoned owner, we are here to guide you through the entire process of marketing your home, from an initial property meeting to your first guests.
With a bespoke package that is completely tailored to your needs, our highly professional team offers a personal service every step of the way ensuring your property achieves its full potential.
our story
About us
At Bolthole Retreats, we offer a thoughtfully curated selection of holiday homes in some of the UK’s most captivating locations, each chosen for its charm and character.
Our passion is connecting you with spaces that not only meet our high standards but feel like a true home away from home. With our deep local knowledge and a genuine love for what we do, we’re committed to making every stay unforgettable – from personalised property recommendations to attentive guest support.
COMMENDATIONS ACROSS THE INDUSTRY
An Award-winning Agency
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“Unlike other agents, who make unrealistic promises then fail to deliver, Bolthole Retreats provided me with accurate information on the projected income I could expect to achieve and how they were going to deliver it. True to their word, bookings literally flowed in from day one and exceeded expectations. With a strong team who understand the luxury holiday rental market better than most, you just couldn’t put a property in more capable hands.”
Lindsay, Teagles Cottage
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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, Stone Cottage
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“Bolthole Retreats have increased our bookings significantly since taking our cottage. I cannot praise this company highly enough!”
Dunbar, Browns Cottage
INSIGHTS FROM THE EXPERTS
Owner Blogs
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Can I let my house as a holiday home?
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Holiday home interior design tips: make your property irresistible
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How to let a holiday home: a guide for owners
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How to lower costs for holiday homeowners
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How to make your holiday let 5-star and boost bookings
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Owner Design Tips
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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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