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Exploring holiday hut ownership

If you’re considering the rental returns of holiday hut ownership, you’ve come to the right place. We are proud to build bespoke huts and cabins for some of the world’s leading country hotels and unique staycation venues.

Guest demand for holiday accommodation continues to grow and shepherd’s huts are infinitely versatile. Depending on the layout, decor and location, they can be enchanting, romantic and even luxurious; suitable for families and couples alike. Over the years we have helped manoeuvre Plankbridge huts into some of the most breathtaking locations, creating idyllic retreats that provide the perfect tonic to our busy lives.

For those planning a commercial venture, well-built shepherd’s huts and cabins can provide a prudent investment that will be around for many generations to come. Compared to holiday cottages, they require a lower capital outlay, while offering excellent nightly rental yields. To make the process even smoother, our team can guide you through the planning permission process, ensuring your hut becomes a reality with minimal disruption.

The Holiday Hut Rental Calculator

If you are starting your own journey, our hut calculator and checklist can help. Simply input the cost of your hut, nightly rate, annual running costs and occupancy level, for an idea of how long it will take to get a return on your investment.

To help calculate your running costs, we recommend considering the following checklist. Add up the costs for a year and you’ll have an approximate running cost figure to drop into the calculator.

  • Maintenance and repairs (our shepherd’s huts require little maintenance above that which you’d expect to carry out in any holiday cottage)
  • Utilities (water, electricity, oil or gas. And don’t forget wood if you have a wood burner)
  • Consumables (for example, toiletries and hampers)
  • Laundry (including bed linen, towels and any dry-cleaning needs)
  • Cleaning (regular deep cleans, changeover fees and supplies like detergents and cloths)
  • Booking site fees (remember companies such as Airbnb charge a booking fee)
  • Site maintenance (any gardening and maintenance of pathways, parking spaces, or facilities used by the guests)
  • Insurance/public liability insurance; marketing and website fees/maintenance
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