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Once in a Lifetime Opportunity: Now is the Final Window to List Your Property as a Short-Term Let

Are you a property owner sitting on an empty second home, or a landlord weighing your rental options? The window to enter the short-term holiday let market is rapidly closing, and a looming change in UK planning law is about to pull the ladder up behind those who are already operating. Here is what you need to know about the proposed C5 planning use class, and why establishing your property as a short-term let today is a true once-in-a-lifetime opportunity. What is the C5 Pla

Nicola Gwyther

6 days ago3 min read

Why Investing in Short Term Holiday Lets in Cambridge is a Smart Choice

Investing in a short term holiday let property in Cambridge makes a lot of sense. The city draws a steady stream of visitors all year round. From holidaymakers to students, university alumni, professors, and professionals working at the science park, Cambridge offers a diverse and constant demand for short stays. This demand creates a strong opportunity for property owners to boost their rental income. In this post, I’ll explain why Cambridge stands out as a top location for

Nicola Gwyther

May 194 min read

How to avoid the Cambridge Council Tax premium by switching to Business Rates for short term holiday lets

With the abolition of the Furnished Holiday Let (FHL) tax regime last year and Cambridge City Council's 100% Council Tax premium on second homes now in full force, we know that managing the profitability of your short-term let has become more challenging. Because of these heavy local tax burdens, we strongly advise evaluating whether your property can be moved from the Council Tax register to Business Rates. If your property is eligible, making this switch could completely wi

Nicola Gwyther

Mar 304 min read

Why Your DIY Airbnb Is Leaving Money on the Table: The 2026 Cambridge Host’s Guide to Professional Management

If you’re managing a short-term rental in Cambridge yourself, you likely feel the "second job" squeeze. Between late-night guest messages, coordinating cleaners, and trying to guess the right price for Graduation Week, the dream of "passive income" often feels like a full-time hustle. But here is the truth that many owners miss: Managing it yourself isn't just costing you time—it’s costing you a significant amount of money. At Cambridge Homehost , our owners earn, on average,

Nicola Gwyther

Feb 233 min read

Dynamic Price Optimisation

Using price optimization software, also known as dynamic pricing tools, is a highly effective, data-driven approach to setting Airbnb and Booking.com rates that helps hosts maximize both occupancy and revenue . Our tools automatically adjust nightly prices based on real-time market conditions, demand, and competitor data, saving significant time compared to manual pricing. How Price Optimization Software Works These tools use advanced algorithms to analyze hundreds of facto

Nicola Gwyther

Dec 1, 20251 min read