Property Owners - Marketing

Marketing Your Property

The most efficent way to market your property is via the Web. We estimate that 90% of our rentals are generated this way. A website can convey a lot of information - photos, a detailed description, availability, how to make a reservation, contact information, etc. The more information that is provided, the easier it is for potential clients to see what you have to offer, and they are able to make an informed decision without having to ask a lot of questions.

Another point to keep in mind is that a website is only as good as its links or connections. In order for people to find your website, they need to be aware that it exists and this is where advertising is important - to connect potential renters to your website.

When you list your property with County Holiday Homes, we take care of all of this for you and people call US instead of you. All the costs of mailing, courier charges, credit card fees, and long distance calls are covered by us.

Marketing and Promotion:

an individual website for each property that includes 10 images
access to Google Analytics reports to see who the Web visitors are
advertising in local, provincial, and global websites including www.pec.on.ca, www.countyholidayhomes.com, and Google Adwords
advertising in tourist publications including the local Red Map
promotiona l material distribution at Tourist Information Centres
networking and referrals with local businesses and real estate agents
member of Prince Edward County Chamber of Tourism & Commerce, Taste the County (Agri-Tourism Marketing Agency), and County Campground & Cottage Association
credit card payment available (Visa and Mastercard)
toll free number for inquiries and reservations

Communications:

receiving and responding to telephone inquiries, mail, and email and ‘showing’ your cottage through photographs and the Web.
conducting the screening process with potential guests to ensure suitability with your requirements
collection of rental agreement, appropriate deposits and full payment of bookings prior to rental periods
distribution of cottage information, maps, directions, and key information to confirmed guests
notifying you of confirmed bookings and remittance of a cheque to you prior to occupancy along with a statement of details
following up with guests after their departure & collecting feedback
providing a statement of rental revenues at year end

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