If you own a property in Sussex and you are thinking about short term letting, the first
question you will face is who to trust with it. There are a growing number of property
management companies in Sussex competing for your business, and not all of them are
equal. Whether you own a seafront apartment in Brighton or Hove, a coastal cottage near
Worthing, a period property in Lewes, or a countryside retreat in the South Downs, this guide
breaks down your main options honestly so you can make the right decision for your home
and your income.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Pass the Keys is a national Airbnb management franchise operating across the UK, My Getaways has been managing short term rental properties in Sussex since 2015. We \u2022 The East and West Sussex coast including Bognor Regis and Littlehampton Yes. We manage short term rental properties across the whole of Sussex, including Ready to Turn Your Empty Home into a Reliable Income Generator?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n Contact My Getaways today for a free, no obligation consultation on your holiday rental management in Sussex and Brighton<\/a>. We will handle the rest.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Get in touch for a complimentary, no pressure chat about how your property can earn you more with My Getaways, an Airbnb rental management agency in Brighton.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Reach out to us through the form on our Owner\u2019s Page, or:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Sussex Short Term Rental Market in 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
The Sussex holiday let market has grown significantly over the past decade. Brighton
remains one of the most popular short break destinations in the UK, attracting over eight
million visitors a year. Worthing, Eastbourne and the wider West and East Sussex coastline
have followed, with demand for quality short term rental accommodation in Sussex
increasing year on year.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
With that growth has come a wave of Airbnb management companies and holiday let
agencies all claiming to be the best option for property owners. Knowing the difference
between a genuine local operator and a national business that parachutes into your market
matters. The wrong choice can cost you thousands in lost income, damage to your property,
and guest experiences you will not be proud of.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Comparing the Main Property Management Companies in Sussex<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Pass the Keys Brighton<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
including in Brighton. The model relies on individual franchisees running operations in their
local area. There is no relying on a consistent in-house team such as My Getaways.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Host and Stay Brighton<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Host and Stay is a holiday let management company that originated in the North East of
England and has expanded southward into the Brighton and Sussex market. Expansion into
new regions is commercially ambitious. A company whose operational roots, leadership, and infrastructure are sometimes based away from Sussex.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
HelloGuest Sussex<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
HelloGuest offers short let management services across Sussex and other parts of England.
The company markets itself on consistent five star ratings but these also include across other parts of the UK.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Huluki Sussex Stays<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Huluki Sussex Stays is a smaller boutique operator specialising in character and period
properties in the Brighton area. For a small number of properties, smaller operators can
deliver a personal service. <\/p>\n\n\n\n
LastingStay<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
LastingStay offers Airbnb management in Sussex across a broad geographic range of
locations. It is a relatively newer entrant to the market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Why My Getaways Is the Market Leader in Sussex<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
were not a national company looking to expand into a new market. We started here, built our
team here, and have grown here for over a decade.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Today we are Sussex’s largest holiday letting company, managing over 100 properties and
welcoming around 30,000 guests every year across Brighton, Hove, Worthing, Eastbourne,
Lewes and the wider Sussex area. We were named Sussex Medium Business of the Year in
2024.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Here is what sets us apart from every other property management company in Sussex:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2022 Our technology is our own. Unlike franchise operators or national platforms built on
third party software, we built our own booking and property management system
from scratch. No third party glitches, full owner transparency, and systems designed
specifically around the Sussex market.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2022 Our team is local and on the ground. When something needs sorting at one of our
Brighton or Sussex properties, our team drives there. We do not outsource our out of
hours support to a call centre overseas.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2022 Occupancy rates 25% ahead of the Brighton market average. Our nightly rates
average 15% higher than comparable managed properties in the area.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2022 40% of our bookings come through our own direct website at
mygetaways.co.uk, meaning lower platform fees and stronger net returns for every
owner.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2022 4.49 on Airbnb across more than 2,000 verified reviews. 4.4 on Trustpilot. 4.3 on
Google. 4.4 on Tripadvisor. Over 3,600 reviews aggregated across all platforms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2022 Listed across 40 plus booking platforms including Airbnb, Booking.com, VRBO,
Expedia, Hotels.com, and specialist channels for contractors, corporate travellers,
and large groups.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Areas We Cover Across Sussex<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
My Getaways manages holiday lets and short term rentals across the full width of Sussex,
including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2022 Brighton and Hove including Kemptown, Hove seafront, the North Laine, and
Brighton Marina
\u2022 Worthing including the seafront, town centre, and surrounding villages
\u2022 Eastbourne including the seafront and South Downs gateway
\u2022 Lewes and the surrounding East Sussex countryside<\/p>\n\n\n\n
\u2022 Mid Sussex including Haywards Heath, Burgess Hill, and the South Downs villages
\u2022 The Sussex countryside including rural retreats, farmhouses, and coastal properties<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Frequently Asked Questions About Holiday Let Management in
Sussex<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/strong>What is the best property management company in Sussex?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
<\/em>My Getaways is widely regarded as the leading holiday let management company in Sussex,
with over a decade of experience, 100 plus managed properties, 30,000 annual guest stays,
and award-winning performance across Brighton, Hove, Worthing, and the wider county.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How much do property management companies in Sussex charge?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Commission rates among Sussex holiday let managers typically range from 15% to 25% of
rental income. The more important question is net return. My Getaways achieves nightly
rates 15% above the market average and occupancy 25% higher than the Brighton market
average, meaning owners typically earn more with us even after commission.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Is it worth using an Airbnb management company in Brighton?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
For most property owners in Brighton and Sussex, yes. Professional management eliminates
the time burden of hosting, optimises pricing dynamically, drives higher occupancy, and
protects the property through professional cleaning, vetting, and maintenance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n
How do I choose between property management companies in Sussex?<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n
Look beyond the marketing claims and ask for verifiable performance data. Key questions:
how long have they been operating in Sussex specifically, what is their verified Airbnb score
across a meaningful number of reviews, do they have a local team on the ground, and can
they show real occupancy and rate performance versus the market average?<\/p>\n\n\n\n
Does My Getaways manage properties outside Brighton?
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Worthing, Eastbourne, Lewes, the South Downs, and rural areas throughout West and East
Sussex.<\/p>\n\n\n\n