Can I Stay in My Own Holiday Let?

Yes. If you own a holiday let managed by Pass the Keys, you can use your property for personal stays whenever you like, whether that's for yourself, your family or your friends.

You can easily block dates through the Pass the Keys Client Portal, giving you control over when your property is available for guests. Unlike some management companies, we don't limit how often you can use your own property.

Can I Use My Holiday Let for Personal Stays?

Yes. Your holiday let is still your property, so you can use it for your own holidays, weekends away or visits whenever you want.

You can also use the property for family and friends, making it possible to enjoy the benefits of owning a holiday let while still generating income from guest bookings.

There is no limit on how often you can use your property with Pass the Keys.

How Do I Block Dates for Personal Use?

You can block out dates yourself through the Pass the Keys Client Portal.

Simply select the dates you want to reserve, and they will be removed from your property's booking calendar so guests cannot book them.

This gives you flexibility to plan personal stays around your property's existing bookings.

It's worth blocking dates as early as possible if you want to use your property during particularly popular periods, such as school holidays, Christmas or summer weekends.

Can My Family and Friends Stay in My Holiday Let?

Yes. You can use your property for stays with family and friends.

When planning a personal stay, remember to block the dates in your Client Portal so the property is unavailable to paying guests during that period.

If you need any assistance managing your availability, your local Property Manager can also help.

Is There a Limit on How Often I Can Stay in My Holiday Let?

No. Pass the Keys does not limit how often you can use your property for personal stays.

You can block dates whenever you want, giving you the flexibility to enjoy your holiday let as often as you choose while making it available to guests around your own plans.

This can be particularly useful for owners who want their property to serve a dual purpose: generating short-let income while also providing a place for their own holidays.

Can I Arrange Cleaning After My Personal Stay?

Yes. You can arrange a cleaning service for the end of your personal stay.

This can be particularly useful if you have another guest booking shortly afterwards, as it helps ensure the property is prepared to the same standard as it would be between guest stays.

Your local Property Manager can provide further guidance if you need help arranging cleaning or preparing the property for its next booking.

What Happens to Guest Bookings When I Block Dates?

When you block dates through the Client Portal, those dates are removed from your property's availability.

Guests will not be able to book the property for the dates you've reserved for personal use.

It's important to check your calendar before making travel plans to ensure your preferred dates are available and have been successfully blocked.

Can I Change My Personal Booking Dates?

Yes. If your plans change, you can manage your property's availability through the Client Portal.

You can adjust the dates you've blocked so that the property becomes available for guests again, provided there are no other bookings or restrictions affecting those dates.

If you're unsure how to manage your calendar, your local Property Manager is available to assist.

Why Is Personal Use Important for Holiday Let Owners?

One of the benefits of owning a holiday let is being able to enjoy the property yourself.

Professional management doesn't have to mean giving up personal access. With Pass the Keys, you can continue using your property while the management team handles the day-to-day operation and guest experience.

This gives you the flexibility to combine personal use with the potential income generated by short-term bookings.

Enjoy Your Holiday Let, Even When It's Professionally Managed

Using a professional holiday let management company doesn't mean you have to give up personal access to your property.

With Pass the Keys, you can block dates through the Client Portal whenever you want to stay, use the property with family and friends, and arrange cleaning after your visit.

Your holiday let can work for your income and your own holidays.