Holiday Let

Holiday Let Mortgages: Complete Guide to Short-Term Rental Finance

Complete guide to holiday let mortgages. Learn about rental income requirements, planning considerations, and investment potential.

By David Sampson
29 September 2025
1 min read

# Holiday Let Mortgages: Complete Guide to Short-Term Rental Finance

Holiday let mortgages are specialist products for properties used as short-term holiday rentals.

## What is a Holiday Let?

A holiday let is a property rented out for short periods, typically for holidays, with higher rental yields than traditional buy to let.

## Holiday Let Requirements

### Rental Income
– **Higher rental yields** than traditional BTL
– **Seasonal variations** in income
– **Furnished property** requirements
– **Professional management** often needed

### Planning Considerations
– **Change of use** planning permission
– **Local authority** restrictions
– **Business rates** implications
– **Tourist tax** requirements

*Interested in holiday let investment? Our specialist brokers can help you understand the requirements and secure appropriate finance.*

About David Sampson

Mortgage expert with years of experience helping clients find the right mortgage solutions.