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Successful holiday letting
starts here.

With over 25 years’ experience in holiday letting, we believe the partnerships we make help and support owners’ rentals flourish in a crowded marketplace. As a boutique holiday letting agency specialising in unique and remarkable holiday homes throughout the Cotswolds, Forest of Dean, Herefordshire and beyond.

We provide a bespoke service that offers expert holiday letting advice. From the best area for an investment, looking to diversify an old building, or an established holiday home, our local, knowledgeable team is here to help and support you every step of the way.

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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

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.

Local Team

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.

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.

In addition, we create email marketing campaigns which are sent to our large database, secure PR coverage in national and international press and utilise social media, promoting organic and paid content, to reach all the right people. Take a look at our Instagram and Facebook pages.

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.

About us
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.

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COMMENDATIONS ACROSS THE INDUSTRY

An Award-winning Agency

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    Meet our owners 1

    “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…thank you to you all.”

    Sue, Apple Store Cottage

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    Meet our owners 2

    “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…thank you to you all.”

    Sue, Apple Store Cottage

INSIGHTS FROM THE EXPERTS

Owner Blogs

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  • Can I let my house as a holiday home?

    If you’re wondering if you can let your house as a holiday home, you’re not alone. We talk you thro…

  • Holiday home interior design tips: make your property irresistible

    If you own a holiday let in the UK, you already know you’re sitting on a little slice of Briti…

  • How to let a holiday home: a guide for owners

    Let Bolthole Retreats take the stress out of the holiday let process, giving you the set up for succ…

  • How to lower costs for holiday homeowners

  • How to make your holiday let 5-star and boost bookings

    At Bolthole Retreats, we believe that a truly memorable getaway begins with a beautiful space that d…

  • Owner Design Tips

  • The benefits of letting a holiday home

    There are so many benefits to letting a holiday home, learn all the ways you can generate additional…

  • The benefits of accepting pets in your holiday let

    Nearly a third of UK households own a dog, and they want to bring them on staycations! Read all the …

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