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Luxury Holiday Home Letting Agency in Devon

Why Us?

We’re real people, a dedicated team with invaluable local knowledge and a profound affection for The South Hams. No call centres here; instead, we offer a completely tailored and hands-on-service, ensuring the finest care for your property. While other rental agencies rely heavily on popular platforms like Airbnb and booking.com, over 90% of our bookings are taken directly on our website. Being a part of the Finest Stays portfolio means you gain exclusive access to a discerning group of travellers seeking luxury Devon holiday homes in The South Hams, and only by being in the Finest Stays community, can you tap into this invaluable resource and maximise your income.

We know the significance of maintaining strong relationships with our owners. We prioritise open and transparent communication, providing regular updates on the market and booking levels. We believe in fostering a partnership with our property owners, ensuring your continued support and informed involvement throughout the entire process. We know that every owner has their own objectives when opening up their holiday homes to guests, so we offer a flexible and tailor-made package to suit you. As a private, local, independent business, we are the keepers of all the best knowledge about where to go, what to see and most importantly where to stay in South Devon.

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Competitive commission

Straightforward commission and smart pricing techniques. Operating in the luxury market we achieve high rental rates

Expert Marketing Comprehensive and holistic approach to marketing, with dedicated marketing support and a high-converting website

Powerful PR Coverage

Desirable and influential brand with powerful online presence & editorial coverage in the best publications

Experienced Local Team

Private, independent & truly local business that delivers heartfelt, intuitive hospitality

Bespoke Service

Bespoke programme tailored to each individual owner’s unique needs, with unrestricted owner bookings


What could you earn?

Find out what you could earn, using our holiday let income calculator. Using advanced revenue management techniques, we optimise pricing based on market demand, seasonality and competitor analysis. By constantly monitoring and adjusting pricing strategies, we ensure competitive rates leading to higher occupancy and increased revenue. Our data driven approach guarantees the best return for your investment.

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What Makes a Finest Stay?

We represent a handpicked portfolio of luxury properties across The South Hams, opening the doors to some of the most beautiful homes in the UK. From quintessential cosy coastal cottages to secluded beach huts and boathouses, grand country manor houses with swathing gardens and large banqueting halls to slick glass-fronted waterfront apartments, we represent a variety of home styles. Staying true to our name and entirely focused on providing truly luxurious self-catering experiences, we only represent exceptional private homes that tick the Finest Stays boxes; outstanding locations, architectural pedigree and beautiful interiors. 

From the very start, Finest Stays has only accepted the ‘best in class’ holiday homes onto our books and the portfolio now consists of about 100 hand-selected properties in spectacular locations, from Salcombe to Thurlestone, Hope Cove to Dartmouth. Our expert team pride itself on exemplary service, making sure we phone each guest to discuss their needs and requirements ahead of their stay. Clients say this personal service brings them back year after year; some to the same much-loved holiday home, others to enjoy a new experience every time. Either way, it’s Finest Stays they call when they start planning their next luxury staycation.


Meet Our Owners

 

We could not be happier. Using Kate and the Finest Stays team gives our guests a real VIP bespoke experience that only a company with such an in depth knowledge of our area and all it can offer can give.

Mr & Mrs H - Woodspring Owners

It's important to work with people who're local and with whom we had a personal relationship. With our previous agency we'd call the office, didn’t know the person we were talking to and they didn’t know the property. With Finest Stays, we have had such good service and support.

Mr & Mrs B - Watch Hill Owners

Friendly, professional and with oodles of local knowledge, it is a delight dealing with the Finest Stays team. This combined with their marketing expertise, they generate a plethora of bookings and associated income. This is the company you want to deal with as an owner.

Miss C - The Old Lobster Pot Owner
 

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Blogs for our property owners

Date: 19th February 2025

Double Council Tax on Holiday Lets - Everything You Need to Know

From April 2025, councils will be able to charge double council tax on second homes. Learn how to manage your holiday let without paying extra council tax.

Date: 25th July 2024

Holiday let Regulations

As a holiday home owner, it’s crucial that you’re well informed about the government's regulations for short term lets. These new regulations can have a significant impact on how you manage your holiday let. So in this blog we’re going to summarise the proposed changes to ensure that you, as an owner, can stay compliant and ultimately maximise the rental potential of your holiday home.

Date: 12th July 2024

Understanding VAT for furnished holiday lets

VAT is a tax which is applied to certain goods and services within the UK. The standard rate applicable is currently 20%. Value Added Tax is deemed payable on a holiday let because it's considered by HMRC to be an investment. Basically when you let out your holiday cottage, you’re adding value and earning an income from your property. 

Date: 20th April 2023

Maximise Your Passive Income: Investing In A Holiday Let

Maximise Your Passive Income: Investing In A Holiday Let Owning a holiday home can be both profitable and hugely rewarding, but the process is ongoing and needs to be treated as a business. Do it successfully and it’s a great way to invest in your future and your family’s future, whilst giving you a holiday…