For property owners
Thoughtfully managed
We look after exceptional Yorkshire homes as if they were our own, because some of them are.
Your home, presented beautifully and cared for properly
Evela Stays began with our own homes: listed Georgian houses and characterful cottages across York and the Dales. We built the systems, standards and team to run them well, and now we offer the same care to a small number of owners. We specialise in larger homes, typically four bedrooms and above, where groups and companies can stay together, with a service tailored to each booking. We'd rather manage fewer homes brilliantly than many homes adequately.
What we do
Revenue & bookings
Dynamic pricing, listings on Airbnb, Booking.com and our own direct-booking website, calendar management and monthly owner statements. We focus on your income over the year, not just on filling nights.
Guest experience
Guest vetting, messaging seven days a week, digital house guides, local recommendations and help with chefs, caterers and celebrations. Happy guests leave better reviews and come back.
Property care
Cleaning and linen to hotel standard by our own team, inspections after every stay, maintenance coordination, compliance reminders and secure key handling.
Presentation
Interior styling, launch preparation, professional photography and drone, cinematic video, and a dedicated page on our website with its own social channels for the larger homes.
How it works
Valuation
We visit your home and give you an honest view of its income potential.
Plan
We agree the styling, the compliance work and a launch date.
Prepare
Styling, photography, video and listings, all handled by us.
Launch
Your home goes live across our website and the major booking channels.
Ongoing
We run every booking, clean and guest conversation, and report to you each month.
In our owners' words
[Owner video 1: name, home, location]
[Owner video 2: name, home, location]
[Three to six written owner testimonials, each with first name, home and a photo, used with permission. Millfield Escape’s owner would make a good first testimonial.]
Guests notice the difference
The way a home is run shows up in its reviews. These are guests talking about our hosting, not just the houses.
[Three real guest reviews that mention the hosting: name, month, home and source, used with permission and never edited]
Owner questions
What types of property do you manage?
Characterful homes in York and North Yorkshire, especially larger houses for groups and listed or period properties.
Can I still use my home?
Yes. Block out the dates you want, and we'll work around them.
Do you handle cleaning and linen?
Yes, with our own team to hotel standard.
What does it cost?
[Your fee structure, or "We'll explain our fees clearly at your valuation."]
Is there a minimum contract?
[Your terms]
Do you help with compliance?
We'll guide you through the safety requirements for holiday lets and keep track of renewal dates.
Request a free valuation
We specialise in larger homes, typically four bedrooms and above, that suit group and corporate stays. Our guests come for celebrations, family gatherings and work projects, and we give every booking a tailored service. If your home has the space, we'd love to see it.