Why Now Is The Perfect Time To Let Your Holiday Home In Strathspey

The demand for high-quality holiday accommodation in Strathspey has never been stronger.

With year-round tourism, world-class scenery and increasing demand for self-catering stays, many second-home owners in Aviemore and the surrounding Strathspey area are discovering just how much income their property could generate.

At Escape Cottages Scotland, we specialise in managing holiday homes across the Cairngorms National Park, helping owners maximise returns while we handle the hard work.

Here’s why now is the ideal time to consider letting your property.

1. Strathspey Is a True Year-Round Destination

Unlike many seasonal locations, Strathspey benefits from consistent demand throughout the year:

Winter: Skiing and snow sports at Cairngorm Mountain

Spring: Walking, wildlife, and Easter breaks

Summer: Hiking, cycling, family holidays

Autumn: Golf, whisky tourism, and quieter luxury escapes

This extended season means properties can achieve strong occupancy rates beyond just the summer months.

2. Guests Prefer Self-Catering Cottages

Traveller behaviour has shifted.

Families, couples, and groups increasingly prefer:

Privacy

Space

Flexible check-in

Kitchen facilities

Pet-friendly options

Well-presented cottages in Aviemore and the surrounding villages are particularly attractive to this market.

3. Rental Income Potential Is Strong

Many owners underestimate what their property could earn.

Depending on location, size, and presentation, holiday homes in Strathspey can generate substantial annual income — especially when professionally marketed, priced dynamically, and managed effectively.

At Escape Cottages Scotland, we provide:

Rental income projections

Local market comparisons

Pricing strategy

Professional photography

Multi-platform marketing

4. We Handle Scottish Short-Term Let Licensing

Scotland’s short-term let regulations have added complexity for owners.

We manage:

Highland Council licensing applications

Safety certification

Compliance requirements

Guest communication

Cleaning and changeovers

For many owners, the administrative burden is the biggest barrier — and we remove it entirely.

5. Personal, Local Management Makes the Difference

National brands often manage hundreds of properties across the UK.

As a Strathspey-based specialist agency, we offer:

Local market knowledge

Fast response times

Personalised service

Hands-on property care

We deliberately limit the number of properties we manage to maintain high standards and strong returns for every owner.

Is Your Property Suitable?

We’re currently welcoming a small number of additional properties in:

Aviemore

Boat of Garten

Grantown-on-Spey

Surrounding Strathspey villages

If you own a holiday home or second property in the area, now is the perfect time to explore its rental potential.

Get Your Free Rental Projection

We offer a free, no-obligation rental income estimate tailored to your property.

Contact Escape Cottages Scotland today to discover what your home could earn in 2026.