Essex
Airbnb Management
in Essex.
Full-service Airbnb and short-let management in Essex. We handle everything — listing, pricing, guests, cleaning and compliance. From 12% + VAT. Paid per booking.
Real Numbers
What Essex properties actually earn.
Studio
Chelmsford, Colchester Centre
£880–£1,320
per month · +48% vs long-let
City centre studios near train stations earn consistently, especially during London commuter stays and university events.
1 Bedroom
Southend, Clacton, Braintree
£1,100–£1,870
per month · +54% vs long-let
Our most popular property type. Strong demand from business travellers, coast tourists, and Stansted Airport guests throughout the year.
2 Bedroom
Chelmsford, Brentwood, Loughton
£1,650–£2,860
per month · +60% vs long-let
Family-friendly properties achieve premium rates during school holidays, coast summer season, and London events.
3 Bedroom
Epping, Ongar, Dedham Vale
£2,200–£3,740
per month · +66% vs long-let
Larger properties in sought-after locations achieve excellent rates for family holidays and extended stays.
4+ Bedroom
Essex coast, Epping Forest
£3,080–£4,950
per month · +72% vs long-let
Large coastal and countryside properties achieve exceptional rates for family gatherings and special occasions.
Portfolio
Multiple locations
Bespoke
per month · Tiered fees from 10%
Own multiple properties? Tiered pricing from 10% + VAT with a consolidated owner dashboard.
Figures based on our live Essex data. Individual results vary by location, condition and seasonality.
The Market
Why Essex short-lets outperform
Essex attracts 1.8 million visitors annually, with no 90-day cap. Year-round demand from London commuters, coastal tourism, business travel and universities keeps occupancy consistently high.
London commuter demand
Essex is a prime commuter county for London. Business travellers and professionals regularly stay in Essex for project work, avoiding central London prices while maintaining easy transport connections.
Southend-on-Sea & coastal tourism
Southend attracts 7+ million annual visitors to its seafront, pier, and beaches. Summer months drive exceptional demand, with properties near the coast achieving 85-95% occupancy June–August.
University of Essex & Anglia Ruskin
Two universities across Colchester and Chelmsford enrol over 25,000 students — generating sustained demand from visiting families, academics, and graduation ceremonies throughout the year.
Colchester — Britain's oldest recorded town
Colchester's Roman history, castle, and museums draw heritage tourists year-round. The city's growing arts and cultural scene generates consistent weekend leisure demand.
Chelmsford & business travel
Chelmsford, Essex's county city, is home to major employers in technology, retail and public sector. Corporate travellers prefer well-managed apartments for extended stays, often booking weeks at a time.
No 90-day limit
Unlike London, Essex has no countywide cap on short-let nights. Properties can operate year-round, 365 days, without planning permission in most cases — maximising your income potential.
Full Airbnb Management
We look after the entire short-let operation.
From listing creation and cleaning to emergencies and payouts - we handle everything so you don't have to.
Property Management
We handle all cleaning, linen, and maintenance. Your property is always guest-ready without you lifting a finger.
Listings & Pricing
We create professional listings and update pricing every hour so your property always earns its maximum.
Guest Communication
We manage all guest messages 24/7, handle check-in, and chase reviews. Every guest experience, handled.
Screening & Security
We ID-verify every guest, issue agreements and hold deposits. Your property is protected at every booking.
Bookings & Payments
We sync your calendar across all platforms and pay you directly per booking. No chasing, no delays.
Performance Reporting
Live owner dashboard and monthly reports. You always know how your property is performing.
Marketing & Platforms
We list on 16+ platforms and run a direct booking engine, reducing commission and filling your calendar.
TRUSTED BY GUESTS AND LANDLORDS
We've got the reviews.
"Moved abroad for work and didn't want the hassle of letting. Truestays handles everything and I'm making way more than my old AST rent."
Cara M
Landlord
"Used to get £950 a month on a long-term let. Now averaging over £2k on Airbnb. Best decision I made."
Michael T
Landlord
"Had a small issue with the heating and they sorted it out same day. Great communication throughout our stay."
Rachel N
Guest
"Place was exactly as pictured. Self check-in worked perfectly and the flat was spotless. Would definitely stay again."
James R
Guest · Manchester
"Lovely apartment in a great spot. Really clean and the local guide they sent was super helpful for finding restaurants."
Emma L
Guest
"Honestly wasn't sure about short-lets but the income difference is massive. No more rent arrears worries either."
Tom H
Landlord
"Was sceptical at first but they proved themselves quickly. My income's up about 40% and I don't lift a finger."
Sarah K
Landlord, Portfolio owner
"They got me listed within a week and the bookings started coming straight away. Proper professional team."
David P
Landlord
The smart alternative
Why short-lets outperform
long-term rentals.
The numbers don't lie. Short-let management consistently outperforms AST tenancies on every metric that matters.
Earn 40-80% more than a traditional long-term tenancy. Short-let pricing flexes with demand, events, and seasons so your property always earns its full potential.
Block dates whenever you need your property back. Unlike an AST, you stay in control whether it's a week, a month, or longer.
Guests pay upfront, every booking. No rent arrears, no chasing payments, no late deposits. Just clean, predictable income hitting your account.
Regular professional cleaning and inspections keep your property in pristine condition, often better maintained than under a long-term tenancy.
Every guest is vetted, ID-verified, and reviewed. No problem tenants, no eviction process, no legal headaches. Just well-screened visitors.
We handle everything from listing and pricing to guest comms, check-in, and housekeeping. You earn without lifting a finger.
New listings
Fresh stays,
recently launched.
Browse our newest short-lets live across the UK. Every property is professionally managed, photographed and set up to perform from day one.
Getting Started
From sign-up to live in 7 days
We take care of everything from start to finish. You don't need to lift a finger.
Today
Free valuation, we do all the research
Tell us about your property and we'll come back with a detailed income estimate. No commitment, no guesswork, we do all the analysis for you.
Days 3-5
We set everything up for you
Our team arranges professional photography, writes your listing, handles all compliance checks and gets your property looking its best. You don't need to do a thing.
Day 7
We go live on 16+ platforms
We publish your listing on Airbnb, Booking.com and 14 other platforms, activate dynamic pricing and start accepting bookings, entirely managed by us.
First booking
Your first payout lands
You get paid within 48 hours of your first check-in. We handle the guests, the reviews and everything in between. You just watch the income arrive.
Why Truestays
The trusted choice for Essex landlords.
We've managed properties across Essex for 6+ years. Local expertise, proven results, and a service designed around you.
Earn 40-80% more than traditional long-term lets. Dynamic pricing maximises your revenue during London commuter demand, coast tourism, and Stansted Airport stays.
Guests pay upfront through secure platforms. No chasing late rent, no deposit disputes, no eviction risk — just consistent, predictable income.
From 12% + VAT with tiered discounts for portfolio owners. You keep the majority of every booking, with no hidden charges or lock-in contracts.
Professional photography, listing creation, and compliance setup handled by us. Your Essex property can be earning within a week.
Every guest is ID-verified and reviewed. We maintain 5-star standards across all our Essex properties through professional cleaning and 24/7 support.
We handle everything — pricing, guest communication, check-ins, cleaning, and maintenance. You receive payouts after each booking with zero day-to-day involvement.
Property Types
Types of homes we manage
We manage a wide range of properties across the UK, from city centre apartments to family homes and luxury properties.
Resources
Popular Resources
How much can you earn from Airbnb?
City-by-city breakdown of short-let income, occupancy rates and what affects your earnings.
GUIDE
Long-let vs short-let: which earns more?
We compare income, costs and risk across both models so you can make an informed decision.
GUIDE
What does a short-let management company do?
From photography to payouts, everything behind the scenes explained in plain English.
FAQs
Common questions answered.
If you don't see your question here, get in touch — we're happy to help.