Pass the Keys Cotswolds

16/10/2026

Rumours are flying about holiday-let tax changes in the Budget. Here's what's actually known, what isn't, and what you can do now.

Nothing has been announced yet, so don't make decisions on a rumour. Check your letting days, talk to your accountant, and follow along: we'll share what the Budget means for owners on 28 October.

Got a question? Ask it in the comments.

13/10/2026

WHAT’S ON IN OCTOBER?
Here’s our pick of what’s coming up the Cotswolds this month:
› Dog Fest at the Palace brings together dogs and their humans for dog shows, walks and breed meetups in the grounds of Blenheim Palace (3-4 Oct) .
stroudartsfestival marks its 80th anniversary with a selection of top-notch music, poetry, drama, art and dance in the Five Valleys (3-24 Oct).
VISIT DURSLEY 💙 Walking Festival features 30
guided walks covering a range of distances, including history, wildlife and culture-themed routes (7-11 Oct).
* Literature Festival brings big names from fiction, film, TV, sport, food and politics to the town for 10 days of events (9-18 Oct).
Cirencester History Festival celebrates local, national and global history with a mix of walks, talks, films and craft workshops (23 Oct-1 Nov).
Pick your own pumpkin at pumpkin patches including Cotswold Farm Park, Jolly Nice, Cirencester Park and Hayles Fruit Farm.

13/10/2026

CHRISTMAS IN THE COTSWOLDS …. BOOK ONE OF OUR GORGEOUS PROPERTIES AND EXPLORE …. 🔗 is in the bio

09/10/2026

Can't fit a key safe on your building?

Plenty of flats and listed buildings don't allow key safes, but that shouldn't stop you from letting your property. We'll keep your keys secure at a trusted local shop or locker, and every guest gets their own unique code to collect and return them.

Owners know their keys are safe, and guests get a simple, stress-free check-in.
Secure for owners. Smooth for guests.

Get in touch with your local Pass the Keys team to find out more.

09/10/2026

This 3-bedroom, 3-bathroom property is now live with Pass the Keys. Professionally managed and ready to welcome guests, take a look at our latest arrival: https://book.passthekeys.com/listing/blossom-tree-cottage-garden-parking-pass-the-keys/?utm_source=promorepublic&utm_medium=social-link&utm_campaign=direct-promotion

08/10/2026

This 6-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom property is now live with Pass the Keys. Professionally managed and ready to welcome guests, take a look at our latest arrival: https://book.passthekeys.com/listing/stunning-stroud-retreat-house-lodge-gym-pass-the-keys/?utm_source=promorepublic&utm_medium=social-link&utm_campaign=direct-promotion

08/10/2026

This 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom property is now live with Pass the Keys. Professionally managed and ready to welcome guests, take a look at our latest arrival: https://book.passthekeys.com/listing/modern-4-bed-stroudsleeps-8table-football-pass-the-keys/?utm_source=promorepublic&utm_medium=social-link&utm_campaign=direct-promotion

08/10/2026

This 5-bedroom, 2-bathroom property is now live with Pass the Keys. Professionally managed and ready to welcome guests, take a look at our latest arrival: https://book.passthekeys.com/listing/stylish-5-bed-cotswolds-homesleeps-10pool-table-pass-the-keys/?utm_source=promorepublic&utm_medium=social-link&utm_campaign=direct-promotion

08/10/2026

This 9-bedroom, 4-bathroom property is now live with Pass the Keys. Professionally managed and ready to welcome guests, take a look at our latest arrival: https://book.passthekeys.com/listing/two-neighbouring-houses-in-cotswolds-sleeps-18-pass-the-keys/?utm_source=promorepublic&utm_medium=social-link&utm_campaign=direct-promotion

02/10/2026

Empty homes in England could face council action after 6 months.

The government has announced plans to cut the time a property must stand empty before a council can apply for an Empty Dwelling Management Order, from two years to six months.

If a tribunal grants an order, the council can take over managing the home and rent it out for up to seven years. The owner keeps ownership but loses day-to-day control.

This is still a proposal, and the two-year rule applies for now. Homes used as holiday lets are currently excluded.

If you own a property that's sitting empty, it's worth understanding what this could mean for you. Short-term letting keeps it occupied, earning and in your control.

01/10/2026

Trust no one. Except our properties.

Whether you're a Faithful or plotting in the turret, these stays will set the scene for your Traitors-themed weekend getaway.

01/10/2026

Short-let regulations are changing.

Stay ahead with professional short-let property management.

Find your local expert on our website: https://passthekeys.com/

30/09/2026

Had a bad experience with a previous management company or cleaners? We get it.

A poor experience elsewhere can make you cautious about trying again, and we take that seriously.
Here's how we do things at Pass the Keys:

✅ Structured cleaning, every time. Our teams work to a detailed checklist and complete a checkout inspection between every guest stay.
✅ We put our fee on the line. With our Quality Guarantee, if a stay doesn't meet a 4-star standard, we waive our management fee for that booking and investigate what went wrong.*
✅ Someone on the ground. Your local Property Manager is your point of contact, not a call centre.

Tell us what went wrong last time, whether it was cleaning, communication or something else, and we'll talk you through exactly how we do things differently.

Don't just take our word for it. Have a look through our reviews and see the standard for yourself.

🔗 https://www.passthekeys.com/en/host-resources/getting-started-onboarding/moving-on-from-a-bad-experience-with-an-airbnb-management-agency/

*Available in selected territories. Your local Property Manager can confirm whether it applies in your area.

29/09/2026

If you have the ambition to launch and scale a serious property business, now’s the time.

Partner with Pass the Keys to build a short-let property management business in your local area, backed by our proven business model, expert training and ongoing support.

29/09/2026

When Tom and his wife decided to move into property management, they didn't want to build a business from scratch.

With Pass the Keys, they got the operational manual, sales and marketing expertise, and ongoing support to do it properly from day one.

The result? A thriving portfolio of 50+ short-let properties.

👉 Read Tom's story: https://franchise.passthekeys.com/2025/02/20/tom-property-manager/

When Tom’s wife came across a Facebook ad for franchise opportunities with Pass the Keys, it caught their attention at just the right time. Although they weren’t actively looking for a new venture, the ad felt like a chance to apply their hotel management experience to a new sector. The increasi...

25/09/2026

Swipe to see how our contract actually works →

"Is there a contract?" is one of the questions we get asked most. Short version: 6 months to get your listing off the ground, then rolling monthly with just one month's notice. No long lock-in — we'd rather earn your trust with results.

Read our full exit policy here: https://rpb.li/HwPuE

23/09/2026

Choosing a property partner is a big decision — so we'd encourage you to compare us to anyone else you're considering.

Here's what you'll find: every property is looked after by one dedicated, local Property Manager, someone who takes the time to understand you and your goals, rather than treating you as one of thousands on a national platform.

It's this local, hands-on partnership that's helped make us one of the UK's highest-reviewed providers for guest experience. And a great guest experience is what drives stronger bookings, and a stronger return, for you.

18/09/2026

"Can I have a viewing, or will someone assess my property first?"

Yes — it's step one of onboarding. A local Pass the Keys Property Manager visits your property before anything goes live. During the visit, they'll:

Check it's suitable for short-term letting
Share tips to maximise bookings and guest satisfaction
Flag any improvements needed before launch
Answer your questions on onboarding, pricing and management

It's a chance for both sides to make sure your property is ready to deliver a great guest experience.

17/09/2026

With new short-let regulation on the way, more landlords than ever will be looking for a professional operator they can trust.

Wondering if that could be you?

A Pass the Keys discovery call is a relaxed, no-obligation conversation to explore:

✅ Whether the franchise model fits your goals and background
✅ What it takes to build a compliant, professional property management business in your exclusive territory
✅ The training, technology and support behind every franchisee
✅ What your next steps could look like

👉 Book your discovery call:
Email: [email protected]