Founded in 1984, Schofields is a family run company specialising in holiday home insurance for properties in the UK, France, Spain, Portugal and Italy. Phil Schofield leads the marketing team and offers a wealth of industry knowledge to the Schofields blog and various online publications.
With over 10 experience managing holiday lets, Phil is an active member of the holiday letting and self-catering community, providing expert holiday letting advice, as well as essential holiday home marketing tips. His combination of insurance and marketing knowledge make him a key asset to the holiday rental industry.
Reading Time: 7minutes Becoming an Airbnb Superhost isn’t just a ‘badge of honour’ — it can be a real game-changer for hosts looking to maximize their bookings, increase their income, and stand out in a competitive marketplace. This is because Superhosts are recognized for their ability to consistently provide outstanding experiences for their guests. But what exactly does it take to reach this …
Reading Time: 3minutes What are the benefits of boiler insurance? Thousands of holiday homes across the UK will soon be turning on their heating for the first time in months. Inevitably, some boilers will not fire up or breakdown due to the greater strain put on the system during the winter. A boiler is probably the last appliance you want to breakdown, particularly …
Reading Time: 4minutes Your holiday home is likely to be one of the largest financial investments you will make in your lifetime. Therefore, the buildings sum insured must be accurate so that if your property was damaged by fire or flood, for example, it will be restored to its former glory. Research shows that millions of homes could be under-insured, risking a major …
Reading Time: 9minutes The key to running a lucrative holiday let is to secure as many bookings as possible. Although it’s likely your typical guests will generally have similar requirements, it’s possible that with a little creativity a versatile holiday home can appeal to a range of holidaymakers. This means more bookings and more revenue. Firstly, you need to decide who your ideal …
Reading Time: 6minutes UK holidays are particularly popular with families as they allow loved ones to get together and spend quality time with each other. This means taking parents’, grandparents’ and children’s needs into account at every step of the holiday journey. Families will most likely choose a place where everyone can feel at home, relax and have fun – but with a …
Reading Time: 6minutes The holiday letting industry is constantly evolving and to stay on top of the latest developments you must dedicate time to acquiring the knowledge to grow your holiday letting business. This can be hard when you’re busy managing your holiday let and the sheer number of resources available overwhelms you. We have done the legwork for you and compiled this …
Reading Time: 4minutes For travellers looking for somewhere to stay, the choice of holiday cottages to choose from can be overwhelming. Historically, travellers have used tourist board star ratings to evaluate accommodation – but are they still relevant when people are influenced by online reviews? Applying for a star rating isn’t cheap, plus the thought of your holiday cottage being scrutinised by an …