Zen Living
Zen Living

London

Airbnb Management in London

End-to-end Airbnb and short-let management for London homeowners, landlords and investors — hotel-level standards, 90-day-rule compliance handled, and no long-term contracts.

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A bright open-plan London apartment ready for guests

Market

Why London works for short lets

London is one of the most visited cities in the world, with year-round demand from tourists, business travellers, relocating professionals and visiting families. Well-located one- and two-bed flats near a Tube station consistently perform when they are priced and run professionally.

The trade-off is regulation: entire-home short lets in Greater London are limited to 90 nights per calendar year unless you have planning permission. Our model is built around that rule — we maximise the 90 nights at the best rates and plan the rest of the year with you; stays of 90 consecutive nights or more fall outside the rule.

What’s included

Our Service

End-to-end Airbnb Management delivered with hotel-level standards and owner-level care

All services & pricing

  • Listing Creation & Optimisation

    High-converting copy, amenity mapping, and search optimisation. Titles, tags and policies are tested and iterated from performance data.

  • Professional Photography & Staging

    Shoot plan, light styling, and editing to showcase space, flow and neighbourhood highlights. Optional mini-staging for launch.

  • Guest Communications (24/7)

    Fast, consistent messaging before, during and after the stay. Clear house rules, issue triage and review follow-up.

  • Check-in & Access Management

    Self check-in guides, key safes or smart locks, backup access procedures and lost-key resolution.

  • Guest Screening & Risk Control

    ID verification, purpose-of-stay checks, deposits and e-sign T&Cs. Smart locks and noise monitoring available to protect the asset and neighbours.

  • Account & Revenue Management

    We own your day-to-day on Airbnb (and other platforms if desired): pricing, calendar rules, availability and promotions—reviewed weekly to maximise occupancy, ADR and RevPAR.

  • Maintenance & Repairs

    Vetted local trades for minor fixes and urgent callouts; routine inspections with photo reports and preventive maintenance plan.

  • Stock & Replenishment

    Automated restock of essentials (tea/coffee, toiletries, consumables) with par levels and cost tracking.

  • Housekeeping & Linen

    Hotel-grade cleans after every stay, photo checklists, linen/towel service and periodic deep cleans to protect ratings.

  • Owner Reporting & Finance

    Clear monthly statements, receipts and photos; payout reconciliation; accountant-friendly exports.

  • Interior Design & Light Refurb

    Cost-effective upgrades to lift nightly rate and reviews—paint, lighting, soft furnishings and layout tweaks.

Pricing in London

Boost your income with hassle-free management

Full Short Let Management

15%

for Full Management!

  • NO VAT.
  • NO LONG TERM CONTRACTS.
  • LEAVE WHENEVER.
  • Discounts Available for multiple properties.

Includes:

  • Guest screening, self check-in and house rules enforcement
  • Supplies/ Amenities Management
  • Marketing on main Booking Platforms
  • Listing Creation + Property Description
  • Key Management
  • Collect Deposits from Guests
  • Collect ID’s and Signed Signatures from Guests (T&C’s)
  • Maintenance, Damage & Repair Management
  • Replenishment of Necessities
  • Personalised Guest Guidebook/Welcome Pack
  • Hotel-grade housekeeping, linens & restocking
  • Interior Design/Staging Support
  • 24/7 guest communication & issue resolution
  • Monthly Management Reports / Breakdowns
  • Marketing Campaigns/ Social Media Promotion
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Areas

Areas we cover in London

  • Canary Wharf & Docklands

    Corporate weekday demand, weekend leisure.

  • Shoreditch, Hackney & Islington

    Strong with younger travellers and creative-industry visitors.

  • Camden & King’s Cross

    Transport hub, Eurostar and university demand.

  • Kensington, Notting Hill & Chelsea

    Premium nightly rates, longer stays.

  • Westminster, Southwark & London Bridge

    The classic tourist core.

  • Battersea & Nine Elms

    New-build apartments, the US Embassy district.

  • Stratford & Greenwich

    Events at the Olympic Park and The O2, good value for families.

  • Wembley & Hammersmith

    Stadium and arena events.

Don’t see your area? Ask us — we assess every property individually.

Compliance

Short-let rules in London

General guidance, not legal advice — we take every owner through it during onboarding.

The 90-night rule
Under the Deregulation Act 2015, an entire home in Greater London can be used as temporary sleeping accommodation for up to 90 nights per calendar year without planning permission; every stay shorter than 90 consecutive nights counts. Beyond that you need permission from your borough. We track the count on every listing.
Leasehold
Most London flats are leasehold and many leases restrict short lets; we review the lease first and help obtain consent where needed.
Safety
Annual Gas Safety certificate, an electrical installation report (EICR), smoke and CO alarms, a fire risk assessment and PAT-tested appliances. We arrange all of these.
Council tax or business rates
Self-catering properties available 140+ nights and actually let 70+ nights a year are assessed for business rates rather than council tax.
Mortgage and insurance
Your lender and insurer must permit short lets; we can point you to specialist providers.

Who we work with

We manage all types

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Homeowners / Landlords

Turn your property into a high-performing, low-effort asset. We handle pricing, listing optimisation, screening, cleaning, maintenance and reviews end-to-end, so performance improves while risks and hassles recede.

Expect steadier bookings through event-aware pricing, stronger reviews from hotel-grade operations, and better asset care via scheduled inspections and rapid local trades.

You keep full visibility with clear statements and photo proof after every turnover, and you retain flexibility to block dates for your own use at any time.

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Investors / Developers & Portfolio Holders

Professionalise your short-let portfolio with standardised SOPs, consolidated reporting and one accountable point of contact.

We deploy data-driven yield management across units and seasons, synchronise calendars, and control costs with predictable housekeeping and linen programs—protecting NOI while scaling quality.

Our onboarding playbooks reduce time to market; risk controls (ID/house rules/smart locks/noise monitoring) protect reputation; and portfolio dashboards make performance comparable across assets, enabling faster decisions on pricing, capex and hold/sell.

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Expats & Frequent Travellers

Enjoy reliable income and a cared-for home while you’re away, without managing a single message.

We verify guests, coordinate self check-in, resolve issues 24/7, and keep the property in “return-ready” condition with preventative maintenance and stocked essentials.

You’ll receive punctual payouts, simple statements and transparent incident handling, alongside neighbourhood-friendly policies that safeguard relationships and reviews. When you need the home, just block your dates—no lock-in, no disruption, and the property is exactly as you expect.

Why London hosts choose us

Why Choose Zen Living

Specialists in Airbnb management—not general agents
We focus exclusively on short-let operations, so every process—pricing, cleaning, guest journey, reviews—is built for Airbnb performance.
Revenue science, not guesswork
Dynamic pricing tuned to seasonality, events and lead-time; weekly reviews of Occupancy, ADR and RevPAR to capture upside without hurting ratings.
Hotel-grade operations
Standardised SOPs for turnovers, linen, restocking and inspections. Issues are triaged with clear SLAs and resolved 24/7.
  • 8 Years Experience
  • 5 Star Rating
  • Quick Turnaround
  • Dedicated Support

Process

HOW IT works

From enquiry to earnings — we handle everything.

  1. 01

    Reach out

    Submit our quick enquiry form to let us know about your property and your goals.

  2. 02

    Consultation

    We’ll schedule a free, no-obligation meeting with one of our local property specialists to discuss your options.

  3. 03

    Property assessment

    After our visit, we’ll prepare a tailored performance forecast and send over your management proposal and onboarding documents.

  4. 04

    Setup & preparation

    Our team will arrange professional photography, create your listings, and handle any compliance or maintenance requirements before launch.

  5. 05

    Review & approval

    You’ll receive a preview of your listings for final approval. Once you’re satisfied, we’ll publish them on all major booking platforms.

  6. 06

    Start earning

    Your property goes live — start welcoming guests and enjoying the returns from your investment.

FAQ

London Airbnb management FAQs

What is the 90-day rule and how do you handle it?

Entire-home short lets in Greater London are capped at 90 nights per calendar year without planning permission. Every stay shorter than 90 consecutive nights counts towards the total, whichever platform it comes from. We count every night, stop short-stay bookings at the limit, and plan the remaining months with you — stays of 90 consecutive nights or more fall outside the rule.

How much does Airbnb management cost in London?

15%, no VAT, no setup fee, no long-term contract.

Can my flat be let short-term if it’s leasehold?

Often, but it depends on the lease. We review it before you commit and help you approach the freeholder if consent is needed.

Which platforms do you list on?

Airbnb, Booking.com, Vrbo, Expedia and the other platforms on our home page, plus direct bookings, all on one synchronised calendar.

Can I use the flat myself?

Yes — block your dates in the calendar at any time. No lock-in.

How quickly can we go live?

It depends on photography, compliance checks and any light refurbishment. We agree a launch date with you at the consultation.

Ready to earn more from your London property?

From enquiry to earnings — we handle everything.

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