London Airbnb Tips from An East London Storage Company

With summer well and truly underway, the window to make a little extra cash with your London home is shortening! Every year, thousands of homeowners rent out their London apartments, bedrooms and houses, on worldwide popular site Airbnb for tourists needing a place to stay. The majority of properties are usually cheaper than hotels and are in more convenient locations. With benefits to tourists and homeowners, what’s not to love!

Going away this summer for a long period of time? Try renting out your property on Airbnb! If you’re not sure where to start, Store That, an East London storage company, are here to give you some tips and tricks.

Types of Property  

Whether you have a whole house, a flat or just a spare room to rent, Airbnb welcomes all! If you’re travelling over the summer, don’t let your house sit empty – earn some extra cash from it! For those who are letting out their whole property, it may be a little trickier to manage it from elsewhere. However, if you are just renting a room within your flat and you are staying at the property as well, this can be a lot easier. Understandably, the larger the space and the more people you can host, the more money you will be earning per night from your guests; so, if you have a house with more than one room, you could earn a substantial amount. 

Being the Perfect Host

On Airbnb, those that rent out their properties are called ‘hosts’. Hosts are rated by guests, so it is vital that you give them a pleasurable experience when they stay in your property! When you list your property, make sure you give a detailed breakdown of the amenities. If you live near any landmarks that would be of interests to tourists, make sure you include those and the length of time it takes to get there. As well as this, mentioning any nearby tube stations can also attract more guests, especially if your property is well linked by the underground to the centre of London.

You want to ensure that any guest feels welcome, and although it may be an extra expense, it is worth providing simple things for your guests such as shower gel, coffee and tea, a spare toothbrush etc. These things are relatively inexpensive and will leave a lasting impression on those who visit, resulting in potential for great reviews and return stays.

Protecting your Property

Although the majority of Airbnb guests will treat your property with respect, it helps to be prepared in case something goes wrong. Store That, an East London storage company, can help you take care of any personal belongings or furniture that you don’t want to keep in the house whilst you rent it out. With our convenient location in east London and our range of units (including drive-up units for ease of access), we make storage simple.

On top of the ease, we also allow flexibility of renting, with a minimum contract of 1 month. So, if you want to pop your flat on Airbnb risk-free whilst you’re away, you can store your belongings with us for no longer than you need. Convenient and cost-effective!

Contact Us

Ready to make some money with your London home this summer? List your property on Airbnb today, become a superhost, and use our East London storage company to store your belongings whilst you do so.

If you have any questions about our East London storage company, do not hesitate to get in touch with our friendly team today or call us on 020 7515 1300 – we would love to hear from you!