For a limited time, we are offering hosts a fantastic onboarding incentive.

DIY Management Vs. Management Company: 6 Reasons You Should Let With Us

You have a holiday let ready for guests; your next step is to choose whether to manage it yourself or use a holiday let management company like Pass the Keys. Here are 6 reasons you should let with us.

Choosing whether to self-let your property or to use a holiday let management company will significantly affect your rental experience. Heading down the self-managing route might seem appealing as it will give you more control and save on management fees, but it’s also a whole host more work. Taking care of all aspects of renting your holiday home, from advertising and booking to cleaning and maintenance, is a huge task to put on yourself. In this article, we will explore the 6 key reasons why choosing to let with us may be the best option for you.


6 reasons you should let with us: Pass the Keys, Peak District

If you decide to manage a short-let property by yourself, it can demand up to 40 hours of extra work every month for those just starting. We can handle all the tasks on your behalf in exchange for a percentage of the booking revenue. This arrangement often makes financial sense for many property owners. Here are 6 more reasons you should let with us.

Holiday Home Keys.

1. You can take advantage of our end-to-end property management

At Pass the Keys, we handle all aspects of your rental management, from improving your listing to communicating with your guests. Our hospitality management package includes services such as listing your property on over 20 platforms, managing bookings, vetting guests, facilitating remote check-ins, providing 24/7 guest support, and offering quality toiletries.

Additionally, we ensure your property is professionally cleaned and laundered after each check-out. With a team of skilled copywriters, talented photographers, exceptional housekeeping crews, and pricing specialists, we can make your property stand out and generate impressive revenue.

2. We offer a low onboarding fee

We refer to preparing your property for hosting as “Onboarding.” You will receive an online checklist to work through independently. We are available to assist if you face any challenges during the process so that this runs smoothly and quickly. Our initial onboarding fee includes property photos and a key box.

3. You can boost bookings with our talented photographers

Please don’t underestimate the power of great photography; it can seriously boost bookings. During the onboarding process, we will schedule a convenient time to capture images of your property. High-quality photos are essential for success on any short-term rental platform, so we prioritise this.

4. We offer a 6-month rolling contract

Unlike other property management companies, our services are long-term commitment-free. We provide a 6-month rolling contract, allowing you to cancel anytime. We are against long-term contracts and hidden fees.

5. Our 24/7 Guest support team is on hand

No matter how great you are at managing a holiday let, you are unlikely to be physically around 24/7, and why would you want to be?

We offer round-the-clock guest support and a smooth check-in process. One of our priorities is straightforward and efficient communication to ensure your guests are cared for throughout their stay. We are available 24/7 to reply to all guests’ urgent needs.

6. We prioritise property safety

It’s not feasible to eliminate all risks when renting out your property, but Pass the Keys exceeds the standard security measures offered by short-letting platforms. For instance, we conduct thorough guest screenings and have a policy against accepting bookings for stag and hens to reduce the likelihood of parties. Furthermore, we manage additional insurance coverage as part of our service for full-time clients to ensure protection in case of any issues.


Best of all, you benefit from our experience!

Peak District Landscape.

We have hands-on knowledge of Peak District holiday cottage management. Most recently, we successfully launched and managed our own Peak District holiday cottage together. With this expertise, we have joined forces with Pass the Keys to provide coverage for the Peak District region.

Our extensive knowledge of the area and direct experience in overcoming challenges as property owners allow us to offer unique insights and value to our partnership. We have first-hand experience of the challenges owners face in this area.


Partnering with a holiday let management company is a significant choice and may not be suitable for everyone, but we hope that our 6 reasons for choosing to let with us have assisted you in making a decision. If you have a holiday let in the Peak District and aim to maximise your property’s income while ensuring safety, our service is tailored perfectly for you. Whether you want to boost rental earnings or are a frequent traveller wishing to free up more time for yourself, we are here to support you.


Peak District-based holiday let management and support team

If you are considering holiday let management in the Peak District we can help you. With competitive pricing and our 24/7 guest support team consisting of real people who know the properties and Peak District area well, the team is always available to answer your questions.

Matt and Kerry.

We offer a complete end-to-end support service to ensure your holiday or short-let property realises its full rental income and occupancy potential. We operate using our Peak District teams and providers who understand the importance of knowing your local area better than anyone.

Here are a few ways we can support you:

  • Complete property management support service, including cleaning and linen management.
  • Rolling 6-month contract, so no long-term agreements.
  • Peak District-based support team to ensure your short-let property is well managed.

If you have any questions about any of the above, you can contact us, and we will help in any way we can. We hope this article has been helpful, and we thank you for your cooperation!

Matt & Kerry Clayton
Pass the Keys – Holiday Let Management in the Peak District

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For a limited time, we are offering hosts a fantastic onboarding incentive. No upfront costs – no risk – just great rewards!

Zero onboarding fee (usually £295 + VAT) OR

A generous incentive of up to £1,000* when you join Pass the Keys Peak District *(T&C’s apply)

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