Stress-Free Airbnb & Short Let Management, Done Properly.
Short Let Management in Oxford — Done Properly
At b.living, we don’t just get guests in and out of your property. We take care of everything — from beautifully presenting your home, to managing guests, to keeping your property in top shape long-term. We’re local. We’re hands-on. And we only work with properties we’d be proud to stay in ourselves.
Design-Led
Full service cleaning
Utilities Management
Local expertise & Support
Complete Property Management
Simple pricing for complete care.
20% management fee on bookings. No hidden costs, setup fees, or surprise charges for the basics that should just be included.
Guest management
24/7 guest communication for in-house guests
Guest vetting before arrival (purpose of stay, guest details, rule checks)
Check-in/check-out coordination
Guest issue resolution (up to agreed cost limit for repairs)
Review management
property management
Cleaning arranged, paid by us, and deducted from your monthly payout
Amenity restocking (package agreed at onboarding)
Maintenance coordination with your preferred tradespeople or our trusted local team
Damage assessment and claims management (Airbnb Resolution Centre or deposit claims)
Basic amenity inventory tracking (toilet rolls, salt, oil, pepper)
Marketing & Revenue
Cross-platform listing (Airbnb, Booking.com, VRBO, direct booking site, and selected corporate channels such as Expedia, SilverDoor, TheSqua.re)
Listing optimisation tailored to each platform
Dynamic pricing management with seasonal adjustments
Calendar management (including blocking for your personal use)
Professional photography by our trusted photographer (Henry) available at cost — recommended for launch and major updates
Financial Management
Monthly owner statements for your records
Payment processing to owners within 10 working days of month-end
Insurance claims assistance for guest-related damages
KEY ADDITIONAL BENEFITS
Owner dashboard access to view bookings, revenue, and blocked dates in real time
Guest vetting for a safer, higher-quality stay experience
Compliance reminders and coordination (e.g., gas safety checks, EICRs)
Amenity package options to suit your property and target guests
One of design service
Full interior design service available as an optional paid upgrade
Design & Planning
Initial consultation (in-person or video) to understand property potential, target guest profile, and owner’s budget.
Mood boards & concept development for each room (aligned with B.Living brand style & market positioning).
Colour palette selection (walls, trim, key furniture).
Furniture layout & space optimisation plan.
Sourcing list for all furniture, fixtures, light design plans and décor (from agreed suppliers).
Procurement & Logistics
Ordering & purchasing of agreed items on behalf of the owner (funds provided upfront or via agreed process).
Coordination of deliveries, tradespeople, and installation schedule.
Local deliveries (within [X] miles of Oxford) managed directly by the B.Living team.
Non-local deliveries — items sent directly to the property or a local storage/delivery partner. If required, a “man with a van” or local contractor can be arranged for an additional fee.
Installation & Styling
On-site installation & styling days led by the B.Living design team.
Placement of furniture, décor, artwork, and accessories.
Bed-making & textile dressing for photography.
Final property check to ensure guest-ready condition.
Photography Ready Prep
Pre-shoot styling adjustments for professional photographer.
Liaison with photographer to ensure key features and angles are captured.
Not Included (Additional Costs)
(Unless agreed separately)
Cost of all furniture, fixtures, décor, and accessories.
Building works, renovations, or specialist trades (painting, carpentry, electrical) — can be coordinated at cost.
Storage costs for items before installation.
Professional photography.
Permit/licensing fees if required.
Onboarding Process
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Property handover (keys, access codes, utility readings if needed)
Property visit (in-person or video walk-through if non-local)
Photography session (scheduled if photos not already suitable)
Interior styling recommendations (light adjustments)
Owner dashboard setup for real-time booking and revenue view
Draft listing creation for owner review
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Professional photo editing & final selection
Listing optimisation for each platform (Airbnb, Booking.com, VRBO, direct site, selected corporate channels)
Pricing strategy setup (dynamic pricing + seasonal adjustments)
Amenity package agreed and stocked (if applicable)
Cleaner & housekeeping schedule set up in our system
Guest communication systems tested (automated messages + vetting process)
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Listings published across all platforms
First bookings typically come in (Airbnb often within 24–48 hours)
Guest vetting and communication begins
Ongoing monitoring and optimisation (pricing, early reviews)