Walled City, Waterside & the north west
Airbnb & Short-Let Management in Derry~Londonderry
Derry~Londonderry has grown into a genuine city-break destination, and short-let management here rewards properties within walking distance of the Walled City. Hallowe'en, festival season and touring visitors heading for the Causeway Coast all create bookings that traditional letting simply cannot capture.
As an Airbnb property manager in the north west, we look after listings across Airbnb, Booking.com and Vrbo, coordinate local cleaners and contractors, and keep pricing tuned to the events calendar so your property is never underpriced during peak weeks.
Local demand
What drives bookings in Derry~Londonderry
Strong spring to autumn, with major festival peaks
Festival and Hallowe'en weeks drive some of the highest nightly rates in Northern Ireland
Popular as a base for touring Donegal and the Causeway Coastal Route
Townhouses and family homes convert well to serviced accommodation
Fully managed
How we manage Derry~Londonderry properties
One team handling the property, the platforms and the guests — holiday rental management with monthly statements so you always know how it is performing.
Property Management
- Housekeeping & fresh linen after every stay
- Maintenance via trusted local contractors
- Full onboarding, setup & property styling advice
- Compliance — fire safety, gas certificates, insurance
Online Management
- Listing creation on Airbnb, Booking.com, Vrbo etc.
- Daily dynamic pricing to maximise revenue
- Calendar management — no double bookings
- Automated payments & monthly owner payouts
Guest Management
- 24/7 guest communication, all messages handled
- Pre-stay guest screening & security vetting
- Active review management & reputation building
- Emergency response coordination
Landlord FAQs
Common questions from landlords.
How much does short-let management cost in Derry~Londonderry?
Our management fees start at 14% + VAT of booking revenue on a 12-month plan, 18% + VAT on a 6-month term and 22% + VAT on our flexible rolling agreement. A one-off onboarding fee to get the property guest-ready is quoted before you commit.
Am I tied into a long contract?
No. You choose the term that suits you — 12 months, 6 months or a rolling agreement with 30 days' notice. The longer terms simply carry a lower management fee.
What compliance do I need for a short let in Northern Ireland?
Short-term holiday accommodation in Northern Ireland must hold a Tourism NI certificate before it is offered to guests. You may also need planning permission depending on the property, plus a fire risk assessment, gas and electrical safety checks, and the right insurance and mortgage or landlord consent. We guide you through each step and handle the compliance checks as part of onboarding.
Do I need special insurance for Airbnb or short lets?
Yes. Standard home or buy-to-let policies usually exclude paying guests, so you will need specialist short-let or holiday-let insurance. We can point you towards suitable cover.
What does short-let management actually include?
Listing creation and optimisation, daily dynamic pricing, guest communication 24/7, check-in, housekeeping and linen coordination, maintenance coordination, and monthly statements with payouts. It is completely hands-off for you.
Can I still use the property myself?
Yes. Tell us the dates you want to block out and we will keep them clear in the calendar across all platforms.
How and when do I get paid?
You receive a monthly payout with a full statement showing bookings, revenue, fees and any costs, so you always know exactly how the property is performing.
What could your Derry~Londonderry property earn?
Free, no-obligation estimate. Honest projections before you commit to anything.