The commission is based on the property type and location
The team is professional, responsive, and truly understands what it takes to manage short-term rentals effectively.
I’ve been incredibly lucky with Alex Taylor: professional, friendly, and always helpful. He’s handled everything brilliantly - I’d give him 6 stars if I could.
For the past year, my Houst contact has been incredibly helpful - coordinating repairs, upgrades, and even being on-site when needed. Super reliable and accommodating.
The staff is available 24/7. Messages sent are replied to very quickly. The information about the properties is detailed and clear. Everything goes very smoothly.
The house is well maintained and clean, the dashboard provides up to date and historical information & the guests are taken care of.
I have had a brilliant experience renting my property through Houst. Everyone has been very hands on and contactable which has really put me at ease.
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Western Cape offers a diverse and profitable market for short-term rental investments, with key cities and regions providing strong returns for property owners. Whether in the bustling metropolis of Cape Town, the scenic landscapes of the Garden Route, or the historic wine regions, the opportunities for property owners are vast.
In Cape Town, a 1-bedroom property can generate an estimated annual revenue of R388,478, with an Average Daily Rate (ADR) of R1,504 and an occupancy rate of 71%. Similarly, properties in the Garden Route, known for their proximity to natural wonders, offer an annual revenue potential of R115,893 with an ADR of R695 and a 46% occupancy rate.
Other prime regions like Stellenbosch and Paarl also show promising returns. Stellenbosch, with its rich wine culture, offers an estimated annual revenue of R325,128 and an ADR of R1,178, supported by an impressive occupancy rate of 76%. In Paarl, property owners could achieve annual revenues of R145,816, with an ADR of R725 and a 55% occupancy rate.
Franschhoek, synonymous with luxury and wine tourism, offers an estimated annual revenue of R357,190, with an ADR of R1,659 and a 59% occupancy rate. All estimates are based on a 1-bedroom, 1-bath property, providing a general benchmark for short-term rental performance across the region.
The Western Cape, with its stunning landscapes and vibrant cities, is an ideal location for short-term rental investments. From the metropolitan allure of Cape Town to the scenic routes of the Garden Route, property owners can benefit from lucrative opportunities in the holiday let market. Explore our top areas for Airbnb management across the region.
Whether you own property along the coast or in the bustling heart of the city, our experienced team at Houst provides comprehensive management services that maximize your rental returns.
We can have your property up and running in under a week. The amount of time it takes to list your property will depend on how quickly you can provide us with key information. If you’re committed to the process, it’ll take no time at all.
There are three key steps to our guest vetting process. Firstly, we always use official ID verification software to check that your guests are genuine. If the booking is taken through Airbnb, this is done through Airbnb’s own verification process. If the booking is through another platform, we use a third-party verification platform - giving you peace of mind (and more bookings!) when listing on multiple platforms.
Secondly, we use an application programming interface when taking payments from guests, allowing us to automatically identify any fraudulent activity. And lastly, our expert team is trained in identifying potential red flags. Our pros manually cross-reference guest details to triple-check a potential guest is genuine before accepting a booking.
15% (plus VAT/GST) of your total income goes to Airbnb. We charge our management fee (plus VAT/GST) on your gross platform earnings. This includes the booked nights and the cleaning fee.Our team will provide you with a property essentials checklist during the onboarding process which includes an initial stock of cleaning supplies and essentials for guests such as toilet paper, bin liners and toiletries. Our cleaning team will replenish these essentials as needed and items will be charged back at cost.
The guest covers the cost of the cleaning fee (which includes laundry) when making a reservation at your property. The cleaning fee is passed through to our suppliers (cleaners and laundry companies).
We provide guests with the check-in details via the platform, email and SMS leading up to the check-in. In the unlikely event that the guest has trouble getting into the home, we have guest services available 24/7 to help talk them through it.
As a general rule, we aim to respond to guests within 1 hour during business hours. This can be slightly delayed in the morning as we deal with enquiries received during the previous night. We also have on-call team members to help with any urgent guest matters outside of normal hours.
Let our team take care of your property - while you sit back and watch your earnings come in.
We are the world's largest Airbnb management company specialising in short-term lets.
We were founded in 2015 and are now present in 35 cities around the world, from Bristol to Brisbane.
Whether you’re a seasoned host or just starting out, with Houst you can make the most of every guest stay.