Fully managed short-let income for Oxford & Oxfordshire property owners  ·  Rated 4.89 on Airbnb
Lilypad Stays Speak to Hamish 07542 706250
Short-let management · Oxford & Oxfordshire

Your Oxfordshire property, earning more, managed entirely by us

We run your home as a premium short-stay let, guests, cleaning, pricing and maintenance, all handled, while you simply collect the income.

  • Earn more than a long let
  • Completely hands-off
  • Vetted guests only
  • Local Oxford team
Get my free estimate →
or speak to Hamish07542 706250
★★★★★ 4.89 on Airbnb  ·  Airbnb Superhost
A beautifully styled Lilypad Stays short-let bedroom in Oxfordshire

What could your property earn?

Get a free, no-obligation estimate for your Oxfordshire home. It takes under a minute.

No obligation. Your details stay private. Prefer to talk? Call 07542 706250.

4.89 ★Airbnb guest rating
SuperhostAirbnb status
10+Oxfordshire homes managed
100%Hands-off for owners
Why owners choose Lilypad

More income from your property, none of the work

A short-let managed well can earn more than a standard tenancy, but only if it's run properly. That's the whole job we take off your hands.

📈

Earn more than a long let

Premium nightly rates and smart pricing typically bring in more than a standard 12-month tenancy, without you managing a thing.

🛋️

Truly hands-off

Guests, bookings, cleaning, linen, check-ins, maintenance, we handle every part. You simply receive your income each month.

✨

Your home, beautifully kept

Professional housekeeping after every stay and regular inspections mean your property comes back in better shape than a long tenancy leaves it.

📍

A local Oxford team

We're on the ground in Oxfordshire, not a faceless national platform. Real people who know the area and are a phone call away.

🛡️

Vetted guests only

Every guest is screened and verified before they book, so your home is only ever let to people we trust.

🔑

Keep the flexibility

Want to use your own place for a weekend or a family visit? Block the dates any time. It's still your home.

A professionally styled Lilypad Stays living room in Oxfordshire
Fully managed, end to end

Everything we take care of

From the first photograph to the monthly statement, we run your property like it's our own.

  • Listing & professional photographyWe create and optimise your listing across Airbnb, Booking.com and direct.
  • Dynamic pricingRates adjusted daily to demand and events so you capture peak-season value.
  • Guest vetting & 24/7 communicationEvery guest screened; we handle every message, day or night.
  • Professional housekeeping & hotel-quality linenA spotless turnaround and fresh linen after every single stay.
  • Maintenance & regular inspectionsSmall issues fixed before they grow; your home checked and cared for.
  • Monthly owner statementsClear, transparent reporting so you always know exactly what your property earned.
Short-let vs standard tenancy

A smarter way to let your property

See how a fully managed short-let with Lilypad compares to a traditional buy-to-let, side by side.

 
Lilypad short-let
Standard tenancy
Income potential
✓ Typically higher
Fixed monthly rent
Your workload
✓ Zero, fully managed
Ongoing or agent fees
Property condition
✓ Cleaned & checked weekly
Seen twice a year
Use it yourself
✓ Block any dates
Locked in for 12 months
Problem tenants
✓ Every guest vetted
Hard to remove

Want the numbers for your postcode? Request your free earnings estimate.

How it works

From first call to income in weeks

We make handing over your property simple. Here's exactly what happens.

1

Free estimate

Tell us about your property and we'll show you what it could realistically earn, no obligation.

2

We set it up

Photography, listing, pricing and guest systems, all built and launched for you.

3

Guests booked & hosted

We fill your calendar with vetted guests and manage every stay from start to finish.

4

You get paid

Your income lands each month with a clear statement. That's it, you're hands-off.

See what my property could earn →
A Lilypad Stays managed bedroom in Oxfordshire
A note from the founder
"We treat every home like it's our own, and we'd rather manage a handful of properties brilliantly than hundreds badly. If you own a property in Oxfordshire, I'd love to show you what it could do."
Hamish DouglasFounder, Lilypad Stays  ·  Oxford
Where we manage

Proudly local to Oxford & Oxfordshire

We focus on doing one region exceptionally well. If your property is in or around these areas, we'd love to hear from you.

OxfordHeadingtonHorspathKennington BotleyCowleyIffleyMarston KidlingtonAbingdon& across Oxfordshire

Find out what your property could earn

Get a free, no-obligation earnings estimate for your Oxfordshire home, and see how simple hands-off short-let income can be.

Get my free estimate → Call 07542 706250
✓ Free & no obligation✓ Local Oxford team✓ You stay in control
Owner questions

Questions from property owners

How much more could I earn than a normal tenancy? +
It depends on your property, its size, and its location. A well-run short-let often earns more than a standard tenancy, but the honest answer is that it varies. Request a free estimate and we'll give you a realistic figure for your specific property, no guesswork.
What if my property sits empty? +
Filling calendars is our job. We use dynamic pricing, multi-platform listings and professional marketing to keep occupancy high across the year, and we're honest with you upfront about what's realistic for your area and season.
Is my home safe with short-stay guests? +
Yes. Every guest is vetted and verified before they book, we hold deposits where appropriate, and your property is professionally cleaned and inspected after every single stay, far more often than a long-term tenant is checked on.
What does it cost me? +
We work on a simple management commission, so we only earn when your property earns. There's no upfront cost to get an estimate and see if it's right for you. We'll walk you through the numbers on a quick call.
Can I still use my own property? +
Absolutely. It's your home. Block out any dates you want for your own use, family visits or holidays, and we'll simply work around them.
How quickly can we get started? +
Once you're happy to go ahead, we can usually have your property photographed, listed and taking bookings within a couple of weeks.