Holiday Crash Pads brings a breath of fresh air to holiday rentals

Posted on April 20, 2012 by john_james

The launch of Holiday Crash Pads has bought a breath of fresh air to the holiday rentals market, by offering superb home stay accommodation at a fraction of the price of equivalent hotel rooms.

We have seen listings flood in since our recent launch, and we now have holiday rentals listed in some of the trendiest parts of London, in New York, Sri Lanka and the UK. Some of the best properties available are being listed in time for the London Summer Olympics, when over 1 million extra visitors are due to arrive in London. The Queen´s Diamond Jubilee will also attract more visitors to the capital in June, when an extended bank holiday will enable more people to join in the celebrations.

Holiday rentals in London are generally never cheap, but by taking advantage of some of our great listings, guests can book rooms cheaply, and enjoy some of the best locations in the world. We are currently looking for holiday rentals in every corner of the world, including London, New York, Barcelona, Madrid, Costa del Sol, Costa Blanca, Australia, Mexico and the USA. Whatever type of holiday rental you own, you can register it on our site for free, and guests can get in touch with you directly when they want to rent it out.

It is simple to register and add property details with Holiday Crash Pads, and as soon as your property goes live, your holiday rental will be promoted globally to a potential audience of millions ABSOLUTELY FREE OF CHARGE.

Our site promotes holiday rentals which cannot be found on other sites, from quirky apartments, to salubrious sofas, air beds, tree houses, garden sheds, whole houses, hammocks and even armchairs. Any type of holiday accommodation where someone can comfortably sleep, we want to list on our site. There is no catch and listings are completely free during 2012 for guests and hosts.

If you try to book a similar property through a property rentals agency, it will cost you much more, as many companies charge finders fees and also charge the  host. We aim to have thousands of properties listed on our site by the end of 2012, giving guests a fantastic choice of holiday rentals in unique and exciting locations, and hosts a chance to earn extra cash from renting out the dead space in their homes.

You can´t go wrong with Holiday Crash Pads, and however small or grand your property rental is, we can help you make money from it. Some hosts rent out floor space, sofas, or Z-beds in popular city, beach and countryside locations, charging a fraction of the price of a hotel room but still making money in the process. Because it is absolutely free to use our site, we hope to corner the market in homestay accommodation and cheap holiday rentals around the world.
Whether you are a host looking to make some extra cash from your crash pad, or a guest looking for unique, cheap accommodation, check out www.holidaycrashpads.com and get registered as soon as possible.

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Fantastic new London listings on Holiday Crash Pads

Posted on April 20, 2012 by john_james

In the past 12 hours, 4 new London pads have been added to www.holidaycrashpads.com site, which are expected to prove popular with visitors to the capital for the Queen´s Diamond Jubilee and the Summer Olympics.

The new pads include:

Trendy Central London Apartment with WIFI

Priced at £130 per night, this funky pad is situated in the heart of London beside the River Thames, and close to Tower Bridge. Also close to major attractions, including the Home to Design Museum, the London Dungeons, The Scoop Amphitheatre, the Shunt Theatre and the Tower Bridge Experience.

The apartment is just a ten minute walk from London Bridge rail and underground station and the area is well served with bus routes. Part of a converted dock warehouse building, the apartment can sleep 4 with a king size sofa bed in the living room and a double bed in the main bedroom. Two bathrooms, including one en suite make this a great pad in central London.

There are many bars, restaurants, cafes and shops with close reach of the apartment. Tower Bridge and the river Thames are also within minutes of the apartment. Transport is also well served in this safe and friendly neighborhood.

Trendy two bed apartment with WIFI  in Camden

Priced at £160 per night, this fabulous apartment is situated in trendy Camden, which is overflowing with culture and rich musical and theatre history. Camden has a high concentration of theatres, cafes, night clubs, shops and markets to suit all tastes and budgets.

Camden Town Tube Station (Northern Line) is just across the road, with excellent travel links to all parts of London. Visitors can check out Camden Lock, The Stables Market, The Roundhouse Music Venue and many more places to eat and drink. A double sofa bed sleeps two in the smaller bedroom, plus a luxury king size sofa bed in the living room and a double bed in the master bedroom. The property sleeps 4.

Central London Penthouse Apartment in Zone 1

Priced at £160 per night, this central London Penthouse Apartment is situated in trendy Islington.

Combining the contemporary with the traditional, this tastefully decorated one bed Victorian period apartment enjoys a central location with great transport links on the doorstep, and is within easy reach of all the major London attractions.

The apartment is decorated to a high standard, and is situated over one floor of a converted Victorian house, with many original features, such as sash windows and cast iron radiators, original marble fireplaces and window shutters.

The apartment is situated just 15 minutes from the bustling West End, with an eclectic mix of bars, cafes, cinemas, theatres, clubs supermarkets and designer shops. This is a traditional London home with oak flooring, a digital plasma TV, a fully fitted contemporary kitchen and many extras. The property sleeps 4 with a double bed in the bedroom and a sofa bed for a further two guests.

Chic Central London Apartment with WIFI

Priced at £150 per night, this chic central London apartment enjoys a vast range of local amenities in Islington.

Decorated to a high standard, the apartment is positioned over one floor of a converted Victorian house and has many Victorian features such as sash windows, cast iron radiators, original marble fire fireplace and window shutters. The location is superb being just a ten minute walk from the vibrant and trendy Upper Street. The bedroom overlooks a well kept garden and is perfectly silent considering the apartments location. Very cool in the summer with back to front natural ventilation, and comfortably warm in the wintertime.

Well known attractions in the area include the Dickens Museum, the London Canal Museum, Camden Passage antiques market, Chapel Market fruit & veg, Columbia Road flower market, Brick Lane, Broadway Market, Spitalfields and Pettycoat Lane. The Emirates football stadium is within walking distance, or a quick bus ride away. The landlord can speak English, Portuguese and Spanish with you. The property comprises one bedroom plus a large sofa bed, and can sleep four people.

If you want to book any of these fantastic apartments in London, check out www.holidaycrashpads.com, register free of charge and get in touch with the host. Also, hosts wanted in all areas. If you have a spare room, a sofa, a camp bed or even a castle you want to rent out, register the details on Holiday Crash Pads, absolutely free of charge.

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Fabulous property listings follow Holiday Crash Pads launch

Posted on April 19, 2012 by john_james

The recent launch of our website, www.holidaycrashpads.com, has seen scores of enquiries and listings from hosts.

We bring travellers and home owners together by offering cheap  home stay accommodation in some unique destinations around the world. Some of our top listings include:

The American Western Pine Cabin and Hot Tub Windermere Longtail Hill, Windermere, England – a fantastic spot for holidaymakers who want to get away from it all and experience the luxury and comfort of a superb Lake District hotel close to Lake Windermere.

The Aphrodite’s Log Cabin and Hot Tub Windermere Longtail Hill, Windermere, England – The perfect getaway for a romantic weekend or a midweek break. Close to Lake Windermere, and offering privacy, a luxury bathroom and even a personal hot tub.

Lime Tree Cottage in Lindale Lake District Lake Road, Grange-Over-Sands, England – If you want to experience the beauty of England´s most beautiful National Park, this is the perfect cottage to book in the Lake District. Offering superb accommodation in one of the prettiest parts of the Lakes.

Inglenook Cottage Lindale Lake District Lake Road, Grange-Over-Sands, England – Beautiful Lake District accommodation close to Cartmel and Grange-Over-Sands. Visitors can enjoy the incredible scenery, the fresh lake air and even take a trip to the famous Cartmel Racecourse.

Lake View Cottage Windermere Lake District Lake Road, Windermere, England – The name says it all .. with views over England´s finest, and longest lake, this cottage comes highly recommended and early booking is advisable.

Chamenka Guest House No 44, Pallidora Road, Dehiwala, Sri Lanka, Dehiwala – Enjoy a stay in one of Sri Lanka´s most up and coming regions. Offering traditional accommodation with mod cons thrown in, this is the perfect accommodation for travellers and explorers who want to experience Sri Lanka´s unique charm.

Luxury 2 bed beach front apartment, La Perla, Estepona, Costa del Sol, Spain – Undoubtedly one of the best beach complexes on the south coast of Spain, La Perla enjoys a beach front location. The apartment is a luxurious 2 bed, 2 bath property with all mod cons, air con, and much more. Highly recommended.

Beautiful 2 Bedroom in New York City West 57th Street, New York – If you want to discover the sights and sounds of probably the world´s most exciting city, this is a great place to stay. Close to local attractions and amenities and within easy reach of the major New York landmarks, with excellent transport links.

Spare room in  Flemming Crescent, Leigh on Sea, Essex, England – A fabulous location beside the Olympic Cycle Track in London. This accommodation is being rented out exclusively for the duration of the Olympic Race, and early booking is highly recommended.

If you have any type of accommodation to rent out anywhere in the world, we are looking for hosts now to register and update their property details to www.holidaycrashpads.com, ABSOLUTELY FREE OF CHARGE.

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Spare Room in Leigh on Sea Essex, England

Posted on April 17, 2012 by john_james

This is a great room available for the Olympic Cycling event only, situated at Leigh on Sea Essex. Breakfast is included. Smoking outside, and off street parking included.  Sleeping arrangement is a double bed and maximum number of guests is 1. Nearest train station is Leigh on Sea, Essex and the nearest airport is Southend. Local amenities include a Fish and Chip Shop, a Chinese Restaurant, Kebab, pizza and cafés all within two minute´s walk. Very close to the Hadleigh Olympic Cycling circuit being used in the Olympic Games.

The Summer Olympics in London are due to take place between 27th July and 12th August, 2012, and thousands of extra visitors are expected to flock to the capital during those dates. Hotel room accommodation in London for the Olympics is likely to be scarce and expensive, and if  you are thinking of visiting the capital for the two week extravaganza, or for the Queen´s Diamond Jubilee Celebrations, you can find a host of well priced accommodation on Holiday Crash Pads. We list properties around the world, and welcome home owners with pads in London, Spain, France, the USA, Australia or any other part of the globe. Whatever type of accommodation you want to rent out, tell us about it and register absolutely free of charge with Holiday Crash Pads.

Holiday Crash Pads is looking for hosts in all locations. Hosts can register their accommodation free of charge. Earn extra cash from renting out your spare room, your boat, your whole house, your bunk beds, your sofa, your air bed, or even your floor space. Once you have registered, upload your accommodation details and photos, and your property will be promoted to a potential global audience of millions.

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A choice of great accommodation on Holiday Crash Pads

Posted on April 16, 2012 by john_james

After the recent launch of our fantastic new travel site – Holiday Crash Pads – we have listed three amazing properties in Sri Lanka, Spain and the USA.

Chamenka Guest House Dehiwala Sri Lanka

The Chamenka Guest House has fully furnished rooms with attached bath with hot water, cable TV, wi-fi, free breakfast, free parking, no curfew and no curfew, 24 hour reception and customer satisfaction assured. Sleeping arrangements include single beds and a maximum of 6 guests. The nearest train station is Dehiwala Railway Station, just 1km away and the nearest airport is Bandaranayake International Airport.  Not included, but available are meals, soft drinks and snacks, and alcohol can be ordered from outside within 20 minutes.

Dehiwala has seen rapid expansion in recent years, and is located on the border with Colombo. The region also boasts hyper markets, department stores and apartment complexes and  is an attractive holiday location, close to Mount Lavinia Beach and Colombo. Mount Lavinia is mostly a residential suburb and is famed for its Golden Mile of beaches. Enjoying laid back night-life and plenty of things to see and do, this region is fast becoming one of Sri Lanka´s holiday hot spots. For travellers who have not experienced Sri Lanka before, this is a great place to start your journey, and whether you want to lie on the beach or go further inland, Dehiwala has good transport links.

Luxury 2 bed beach front apartment Estepona Costa del Sol Spain

This luxury two bed elevated ground floor apartment on the beach front, situated in Estepona on Spain´s Costa del Sol,  offers sea views, a large swimming pool, a large lounge with recessed under cover terrace with sun shade awning and a small private garden. Just steps away from the swimming pool, this is a great place for soaking up the sun. The sleeping arrangement is two double beds, sleeping four people. The closest bus station is Estepona, and the nearest airport is Malaga, which is approximately a 45 minute drive away. Gibraltar Airport can also be reached within 35 minutes (but queues going in and out of Gibraltar) can add to the journey time.

Local amenities include two beach bars, and the property is just a ten minute walk away from the fishing village of Sabanillas (can be reached by walking along the beach). The village has a choice of tapas bars, pubs, cafes, restaurants, shops, banks and supermarkets. Local attractions include Selwo Wildlife Park, just a ten minute drive away, in Estepona, and Marbella and Puerto Banus can be reached by car in just 20 minutes. Gibraltar is also just a 35 minute drive from the property, where visitors can enjoy exploring the British shops, bars and restaurants on the Rock.

Beautiful 2 bed apartment in New York City

This New York City apartment is furnished with a King Size bed and a double bed in the second bedroom, plus a large sofa bed in the living room. The accommodation also comprises a new kitchen and bathroom, a cable TV/VCR, a phone which can accommodate internet dial-up, A/C, dishwasher, washer/dryer. The kitchen is open plan and equipped with all kitchen equipment, including a stove, a fridge, a microwave, a dishwasher and a coffee maker, plus a toaster, all necessary pans and dishes, plus fresh towels and linens.

The apartment is entered through a hall way leading to the living room (with air conditioning). The property has clear white painted walls, a hard wood floor, a closet, a fireplace and two windows which face the back of the building and provide plenty of light. A dining area has a table and four chairs. The Master Bedroom has a window, a  built in wardrobe and a King Size bed. The property can sleep 6 people. The nearest train station is Penn Station, the nearest airport is JFK. Local amenities include snack bars, amazing shops, night life, bars and restaurants close by. This is a great apartment for people who want to visit New York and explore this exciting, vibrant city, all major attractions are within easy reach.

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Holiday Crash Pads goes LIVE

Posted on April 12, 2012 by john_james

After much blood, sweat and toil during the past 12 months (with the odd swear word thrown in), we are pleased to announce that Holiday Crash Pads is now LIVE.

We are now looking for hosts in all areas who want to make cash from renting out space in their homes. We will advertise your crash pad on our site to a potential global audience of billions – absolutely FREE OF CHARGE! We want spare rooms, sofas, whole apartments, town houses, air beds, hammocks, light houses, tree houses … in fact any space where people can sleep comfortably can be listed on Holiday Crash Pads.

Our site is unique because during 2012 we are charging nothing to the host or the guest, bringing together travellers and home owners from all over the world free of charge. Whether you have a 5-bed house in London to rent, a sofa in Seville or even a hammock in Hungary, we want to know about it. Turn your unused space into cash by registering with us and uploading your property details and photos. You can register and upload your photos in just a few minutes, and your pad details will upload to our site instantly.

If you are lucky enough to own property in London, why not rent out your spare rooms in time for the London Olympics in July/August, 2012? We are looking for crash pads in all areas, and you can make cash from listing your space with us as soon as possible.

Holiday Crash Pads works by listing home stay accommodation along  with quality photos of your pad. All booking enquiries will be e mailed to the host, who can then deal with the prospective guest directly. Payment can be made on arrival or alternative payment methods can be discussed with the guest. It is entirely up to the host whether or not they decide to accept a booking after speaking to the guest, and likewise, guests are under no obligation to book the space if they change their mind after speaking to the host.

We will list any type of accommodation,  providing it is clean, comfortable and genuine. From floor space to attic rooms, from penthouse suites to tents in the garden …. if you can sleep in it, we want to list it on our site. Listing your property with Holiday Crash pads is simple .. check out our easy registration section on the website, and start making money from renting out the dead space in your house.

We aim to have thousands of holiday crash pads registered on our site by the end of 2012, giving a unique free service to both hosts and guests throughout the world. Whether you are looking to earn extra cash from renting the dead space in your house, or you are looking to rent a holiday crash pad, sign up today.

Oh, and if you are wondering what the catch is …………… THERE ISN´T ONE!

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Inglenook Cottage Lindale The Lake District

Posted on March 19, 2012 by john_james

Inglenook Cottage in Lindale, the South Lakes, sleeps up to 4 people in 3 bedrooms (plus a cot if required), and is a beautiful 18th Century cottage in a tranquil location.

Inglenook Cottage Lindale The Lake District

The post office, village shop, park and two traditional Lake District pubs are within easy walking distance.The living room at Inglenook Cottage boasts a beamed ceiling, deep window sills and an inglenook fireplace to add to the traditional feel of the cottage.

The kitchen includes a belfast sink, bespoke units and a wood burning stove to the rear of the dining area.Upstairs are three bedrooms, including a master bedroom with a four poster bed and original fireplace. The two single bedrooms are both light and airy, and beautifully presented.

Lindale is an excellent base if you are touring the Lake District, fishing, sailing, mountain biking, or simply relaxing and taking it easy. The Edwardian seaside town of Grange-over-Sands, known as The Riviera of Cumbria, is situated just 2 miles away, and well worth visiting with its tropical gardens and ornamental lake. Cartmel is just 3 miles away, and attracts visitors every year to its horse racing events, and is also famous for its sticky toffee pudding.

Lake Windermere and Newby Bridge are just over 4 miles away. Attractions nearby include: The Beatrix Potter Attraction, The Haverthwaite Steam Railway, Windermere Lake Cruises, The Aquarium of the Lakes and Beatrix Potter´s Famous home Hill Top plus many more.

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Lime Tree Cottage Lindale The Lake District

Posted on March 19, 2012 by john_james

Lime Tree Cottage is situated in the small village of Lindale, in the South Lakes, and is an ideal holiday retreat for people wanting a quiet location.
This pretty Lake District village is well equipped with a post office, village shop, play park, skateboard park and two traditional pubs all within a short walk of the cottage.

Lime Tree Cottage Lindale The Lake DistrictThe cottage sleeps up to 5 people in 3 bedrooms (plus a cot if required).Bedrooms include 1 double, 1 twin and one small single room. The cottage is built over three floors with real wood flooring throughout.The property was built in 2006, and constructed with care and attention to detail in keeping with the traditional Lake District village cottages.

The ground floor is bright and airy with open plan design, a well equipped kitchen, a dining area and a lounge complete with a beautiful Franco Belge wood burning stove.On the second floor you will find the master bedroom which is very spacious, with luxurious bathroom and a small single room next door, ideal for a child or toddler.

A spacious twin room is situated on the third floor, with views of the fells from traditional wooden sash windows.Linden is a great place to base yourself if you plan to tour, walk, sail, fish, or simply unwind. Grange-over-Sands is just two miles away, and Cartmel, famous for its horse racing and sticky toffee pudding just three miles away. The bottom part of Lake Windermere and Newby Bridge are approximately four miles away.

Popular attractions in the area include The Beatrix Potter Attraction, The Haverthwaite Steam Railway, Windermere Lake Cruises, The Aquarium of the Lakes and Beatrix Potter´s famous home, Hill Top, and much more.

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Lake View Cottage Bowness on Windermere The Lake District

Posted on March 19, 2012 by john_james

Lake View Cottage is situated in Bowness-on-Windermere in The Lake District, and offers stunning views of Lake Windermere and Claife Heights.

Lake View Cottage BownessThe cottage sleeps up to 4 people in 2 bedrooms (plus a cot if required), and includes one double room, one twin room, its own parking, a fitted kitchen, a modern bathroom and a comfortable lounge area. A wide choice of good pubs and restaurants are nearby.

This recently refurbished second floor apartment in the heart of The Lake District National Park offers a central location in the vibrant town of Bowness-on-Windermere. The living room and kitchen are open plan, and the apartment is furnished to a modern and attractive theme.

Enjoying one of the best locations in the Lake District, close to all amenities, the apartment is bright and airy and just a short walk from the Lake. Nearby popular attractions include: Windermere Steamers, Boat Hire, The Beatrix Potter Attraction, Cinema, the Aquarium of the Lakes and the Theatre. Windermere Train Station is also close by.

If you are looking to spend a holiday in the Lake District, and you want to be close to all amenities, including pubs, restaurants, cafés, walking trails, Lake Windermere and Bowness Bay, Lake View Cottage is the perfect place to stay.

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Holiday rental accommodation wanted on the Costa Blanca

Posted on March 14, 2012 by john_james

If you own property on Spain´s Costa Blanca, and you want to rent it out and make some extra cash in summer, Holiday Crash Pads can help. We connect travellers with home owners in Spain, and offer comfortable home stay accommodation to visitors from all over the world.

Costa BlancaHosts can register with us completely free of charge, and unlike other property rental companies, there will be no annual administration fee. Hosts with Holiday Crash Pads register ABSOLUTELY FREE. We bring together travellers and home owners who want to earn extra cash in Spain.
The travellers benefit from booking cheap, clean and comfortable accommodation on the Costa Blanca, at a fraction of the cost of a similar hotel room, and the hosts can take complete control of their bookings, accepting or refusing as many bookings as they choose. There is no limit to how many weeks you can rent out your home each  year, and the funkier the accommodation the better.

Hundreds of visitors to Benidorm, Calpe and Denia on the Costa Blanca book accommodation before arriving, and many of them choose home stay accommodation, which may include spare rooms, sofas, hammocks, spare beds, attics, garden sheds or even boats. We are looking for all types of accommodation on the Costa Blanca that can sleep at least one person.

All types of accommodation will be considered, and the funkier, the better. We will even list Costa Blanca tree houses, beach huts and light houses, plus any type of accommodation to suit holidaymakers.

As a host you can rent out your whole apartment, or just a small part of it on the Costa Blanca, and still make extra cash for little effort. It is entirely up to you whether or not you include meals in the price of the accommodation and you will have full control of the bookings. If you want to block off dates, you can do so with the help of an online calendar.

Thousands of visitors flock to the Costa Blanca each year to enjoy the  sun, the sand, the sangria and the fantastic choice of pubs, clubs and restaurants in resorts such as Benidorm and Calpé. The mild year round temperatures mean the Costa Blanca attracts visitors in Spring, Summer, Autumn and Winter, and as a Holiday Crash Pads host you could take advantage of repeat bookings throughout the year.

Holiday Crash Pads works because we connect hosts with travellers who want to rent budget accommodation in one of Spain´s busiest regions. The ´White Coast´ offers some of the best attractions and beaches in Europe, and many UK holidaymakers, along with other Northern Europeans have decided to make it their home.

If you own property on the Costa Blanca in Spain and you want to rent it out and earn extra cash, sign  up completely free of charge today with Holiday Crash Pads. You could start making money as soon as we upload your property details and photographs, from renting out the dead space in your home.

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