All your questions answered
There's a lot to think about when letting your property, so we've tried to think of everything you might want to know. But if we've missed anything, or you just want to chat to someone about your options, call 0845 680 1831
• How much does it cost to join?
• What regulations do I need to adhere to?
• What information are guests given?
• What do Blue Chip Holidays guests expect?
• Is there anything else I need to do?
• Do you accept short breaks?
• Can I use the property?
• Can you offer tax advice?
• Additional Information
How much does it cost to join?
It costs nothing to join. We do not charge a joining fee and we will pay for a professional photographer to shoot your property. We are happy to provide support and advice free of charge to help you achieve a four or five star rating.
We are also now offering a great Guaranteed Booking Package, which is a low risk start up option. The package includes all your start up fees covered (up to £400), including gradings, floorplans and photography, and a minimum booking guarantee.
Find out more about the guarantee
What regulations do I need to adhere to?
The rules are there to provide legal and financial protection for you and to ensure your guests are safe during their stay.
You will be required to carry out the following simple assessments:
- A Fire Risk Assessment and take steps to minimise any risks identified.
- An Access Statement informing potential guests of the services and facilities available. This will be displayed on our website and enables guests to determine whether your property will meet their access needs.
- An annual PAT test and gas test.
If you would prefer, there are people who will carry them out for a small fee. We can help you to find reliable companies.
- You are also required to hold public liability insurance. This is very straight forward and is a simple add-on to your buildings insurance.
For further information on regulations, please click here:
www.bluechipowners.co.uk/regulations
What information are guests given?
6 weeks before they are due to arrive, guests receive an email with information about the location of their accommodation, such as local attractions / restaurants etc. We provide as much information as we can and so invite you to share your own recommendations and ideas too.
Closer to their stay, we email directions and details of how to get in touch with the person who is going to welcome them. Ideally, guests should be met at the door (you can employ a professional property manager if you are unable to do this yourself).
Occasionally, owners leave keys in a key-safe (in the case of late arrival for example) and they will be contacted with the combination.
What do Blue Chip Holidays guests expect?
Our guests expect your property to be spotless, with quality bed linen and bath towels. All appliances should be in working order and instructions supplied where appropriate. Guests expect to have access to heating controls.
All utilities are included in the price, so any means of charging extra for utilities is not permitted. Providing a relaxing stay means you are likely to benefit from repeat bookings and recommendations.
Is there anything else I need to do?
There are several things you can do to encourage bookings as soon as possible.
Your holiday let’s web page will be online within 4 weeks of the contract being signed. If you provide photos until we can schedule the professional photography of your property your holding page will be more appealing.
We ask that you check your property’s listing to make sure that all information is accurate. It is also important that you let us know of any changes within the property so that our marketing is always correct.
Do you accept short breaks?
Yes, outside the peak months. We understand that some of your costs are fixed, irrespective of the length of stay, and to protect your margins we do not charge on a pro-rata nightly basis.
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We only don't allow short break bookings in July and August when demand is high, unless it is very last minute. This means that during peak months you would have a set changeover day. The standard changeover day is Saturday, although we can work with you if you would prefer it to be different.
Can I use the property?
Of course. We understand it is one of the attractions of owning a holiday home. Our standard contract allows you to use the property for up to 6 weeks each year. In order to attain the maximum return for the property, we request that only one week is taken during July and August.
To book a stay, simply contact our Sales and Customer Service Team who will reserve the dates for you as long as they have not already been booked. The availability on our website is live so you can always check first. We ask you to confirm your requested dates in writing or via email and we will do the same.
Can you offer tax advice?
For tax advice we recommend that you speak to one of the local firms who have experience in this sector:
- Debbie Franklin at Peplows on +44(0)1803 316144
- Andy Richens at Bishop Fleming on +44(0)1392 448800
Additional Information
Access Statements
- Access Statements for holiday properties
- Self catering unit large - sample access statement
- Self catering unit small - sample access statement
Fire Risk Assessment
