Why let your property?

Letting your property not only provides you with a source of income, it can also be very satisfying. Providing holiday accommodation is a positive and rewarding experience and our customers really appreciate the efforts homeowners go to in providing comfortable and clean accommodation.

Many of our existing owners have been with us for a number of years; a mutually beneficial and loyal relationship is a priority. We are proud of the service we offer and our relationship with our owners.

Why we believe we are the best

• Since Norfolk Country Cottages was established in 1991 we have built an excellent reputation for providing a quality product.
• We are a family-owned business, based in Norfolk and totally independent of any national agency.
• Our staff live locally and many have been with us for a number of years. Their experience and property knowledge is invaluable and is one of our unique selling points.
• Customer loyalty is high, allowing us to benefit from an excellent repeat booking pattern.
• Our service to owners is personal but always professional.
• Advertising is national as well as regional and is constantly reviewed to produce the best results.
• Marketing is 'fresh' and always promotes the advantages of holidaying in Norfolk.
• Monthly e-newsletters inform customers of local events and activities.
• Our comprehensive website is integrated with our booking system and allows for online reservation and payment.
• We also run a PR campaign which generates coverage in newspapers and magazines.
• All properties are annually inspected and graded to the Quality in Tourism marque.
• Our own VisitEngland Assessor will ensure that your property is graded shortly after recruitment.
• Our contract is flexible and can normally be tailored to individual needs.
• The commission rate of 20% plus VAT is competitive and owner bookings allowed within the season amount to four weeks - however, individual requirements can be discussed.
• Our fees are made clear and there are no hidden surprises.
• Advice is free, without obligation and readily given. We can talk you through any prospective purchase and are more than happy to discuss projects 'off-plan'.

Would you like to know more?

Our Homeowner Information Pack is available to guide you through some of the finer points of holiday letting. We hope that it will give you a insight into the intricacies of letting your property. To receive a copy, complete the online request form or contact one of our homeowner liaison team on ownerliaision@norfolkcottages.co.uk.

Insurance

The provision of suitable insurance cover for your holiday property is paramount. It is a specific requirement of our Letting Agreement that you insure the property and its contents to their full value, and notify your insurance company that it is let for holiday use. It is wise to insure against loss of income in case your property requires work or repairs which render it unsuitable for letting. And we also ask that you have Public Liability insurance cover of no less than two million pounds, or not less than five million pounds for a property with an occupancy of eight or more people.

We always suggest that you obtain advice from a specialist broker who understands your needs, and are happy to suggest Boshers Ltd who will be happy to discuss Holiday Home Insurance for your furnished holiday let. You can give Boshers a call on 01237 429444 for advice and quotations, or visit www.boshers.co.uk for more information.

NFU Insurance in Holt also offers excellent rates for our homeowners and can be contacted on 01263 712306, or at www.nfumutual.co.uk/holt.