Despite some solid bookings in the school holiday period, a quieter first half of September has resulted in similar average occupancies and performance across property categories as the same period last year with an average occupancy of 53%. Forward bookings for the summer period continue to be strong with most properties full for the first few weeks. Reservation staff are busy trying to fill the gaps.
As we head into this busy period we will endeavour to respond to all owner's requests but ask that owners be mindful over the next couple of months that our focus will be on responding to the huge volume of enquiries and proactively working hard to achieve as many bookings as possible. We thank you for your understanding.
HLO Central Coast: After much work by HLO Central Coast, I am pleased to announce that the provision put forward regarding holiday rental and its legitimacy which were included in the Gosford planning proposal were passed unanimously at the council meeting last Tuesday evening. Holiday rental is now permissable in Gosford LGA in any zoning, provided the property has no more than 4 bedrooms and has a maximum occupancy of 2 adults per bedroom with no specifications made regarding the number of children permissable.
Highly Sought Niche Market: Pet Friendly
If you are looking to increase the returns for your property consider pet friendly there is a shortage of pet friendly accommodation on the Central Coast and we receive a number of enquiries for pet-friendly properties - especially in peak season and school holiday dates. Please see the link: http://www.reinsw.com.au/Pet-s-paradise/default.aspx
Marketing News:
Are you listed on Home Away? If your property is not already listed on HomeAway then you could be missing booking and enquiry opportunities for your property. Please speak to Tammerly to discuss affordable advertising options: tammerly.r@accomholidays.com / 4385 9564.
New Office Coming Soon! Accom Holidays Ettalong Beach will soon have a standalone office further strengthening brand exposure on the Central Coast. Since joining the company in 2011, Steve Brooks and his fantastic reservation team have grown the business from strength to strength. Currently based in McGrath's Ettalong Beach office, the Accom Holidays Ettalong Beach office is due to open in November.
As we head into this busy period we will endeavour to respond to all owner's requests but ask that owners be mindful over the next couple of months that our focus will be on responding to the huge volume of enquiries and proactively working hard to achieve as many bookings as possible. We thank you for your understanding.
HLO Central Coast: After much work by HLO Central Coast, I am pleased to announce that the provision put forward regarding holiday rental and its legitimacy which were included in the Gosford planning proposal were passed unanimously at the council meeting last Tuesday evening. Holiday rental is now permissable in Gosford LGA in any zoning, provided the property has no more than 4 bedrooms and has a maximum occupancy of 2 adults per bedroom with no specifications made regarding the number of children permissable.
POOL REGISTRATIONS: Have you certified your pool as well?
All properties with pools, must not only register their swimming pools with the Swimming Pool Register, they must also have them certified by Gosford City Council as per the website below:
Once you have received a Certification, then please send it ASAP to Tammerly for our own compliance records: tammerly.r@accomholidays.com
Highly Sought Niche Market: Pet Friendly
If you are looking to increase the returns for your property consider pet friendly there is a shortage of pet friendly accommodation on the Central Coast and we receive a number of enquiries for pet-friendly properties - especially in peak season and school holiday dates. Please see the link: http://www.reinsw.com.au/Pet-s-paradise/default.aspx
Marketing News:
Are you listed on Home Away? If your property is not already listed on HomeAway then you could be missing booking and enquiry opportunities for your property. Please speak to Tammerly to discuss affordable advertising options: tammerly.r@accomholidays.com / 4385 9564.
New Office Coming Soon! Accom Holidays Ettalong Beach will soon have a standalone office further strengthening brand exposure on the Central Coast. Since joining the company in 2011, Steve Brooks and his fantastic reservation team have grown the business from strength to strength. Currently based in McGrath's Ettalong Beach office, the Accom Holidays Ettalong Beach office is due to open in November.
e-newsletter Special Offer:
Our October e-newsletter showcased a Hot Offer for Cumbernauld #3 which you can see here: http://accomholidays.com/october-hot-offers/
We limit this special offer to the first 5 bookings taken - this one was so successful that we filled this quota in less than a week! Needless to say, the owner is thrilled that we were able to secure a few extra last minute bookings. If you would like to discuss the opportunity to feature your property here please contact Tammerly: tammerly.r@accomholidays.com / 4385 9564.
Our October e-newsletter showcased a Hot Offer for Cumbernauld #3 which you can see here: http://accomholidays.com/october-hot-offers/
We limit this special offer to the first 5 bookings taken - this one was so successful that we filled this quota in less than a week! Needless to say, the owner is thrilled that we were able to secure a few extra last minute bookings. If you would like to discuss the opportunity to feature your property here please contact Tammerly: tammerly.r@accomholidays.com / 4385 9564.
The Sales Market:
Th sales market continues to be strong, partly assisted by increased buyer activity, however increased values are mainly resulting from a distinct lack of properties on the market. Although many are of the opinion that this is the beginning of an upward cycle, there is an equally valid theory that this is just a bubble rather than a trend and as a result the opportunity to sell now while things are good is an appealing one, especially given the uncertainty regarding the strength of the global economy.Thinking of Selling?? For the next 4 weeks, Accom Holidays and McGrath are so confident in the current market that we will subsidise $500 towards the marketing for the property's sale. Offer expires on 19th November 2013. Please contact Brent to discuss: brentpilkington@mcgrath.com.au / 0410 872 541 / 4384 0239.
