About the role
Cottage landlords are responsible for renting out holiday cottages or leisure homes to vacationers and tourists. They can be independent entrepreneurs or work for a company that specializes in cottage rentals. Educational background varies, but knowledge in tourism, marketing, or property management is often advantageous.Responsibilities
Cottage landlords handle bookings, marketing, and customer service to ensure a positive experience for the tenants. They also take care of maintenance and cleaning of the cottages, and make sure everything is in order before the guests arrive. Administration of contracts and financial management are also part of their responsibilities.Skills and tools
Cottage landlords need good communication and service skills to interact with customers. They use booking systems, social media, and advertising platforms to market the cottages. Organizational ability and basic knowledge in property maintenance are important for the profession. Common competencies demanded by employers are fotografering, webbutveckling and marknadsföring/marknadskommunikation.