Preparation and marketing
Staging and photography, covered by Espa Living
Vacation rental management
Better performance. Less work for you.
Owning a holiday rental on the Costa del Sol should be a good investment, not a second full-time job.
- 23homes under our management
- 8languages across our team
More than simply listing your property.
Espa Living provides full-service vacation rental management for owners who want their home to perform well without handling guests, pricing, cleaning, maintenance and everyday problems themselves.
Our local team takes care of the complete rental journey, and a full calendar is not the goal on its own. The goal is the best balance between occupancy, nightly rate, guest satisfaction and long-term care.
Meet the team
How it works
From the first visit to better results.
Property evaluation
We review the home, its location, features, condition and rental potential, and talk through how you want to use it and what you expect from the investment.
Rental preparation plan
We recommend the positioning, practical improvements and presentation it needs before launch, and coordinate furnishing or renovation where required.
Styling, photography and listing
Once the home is ready we stage and photograph it, write the listing and set up the booking channels, pricing and guest information.
Launch and daily management
Our team starts managing bookings, guests, cleaning, quality control and maintenance, and watches how the property performs.
Continuous optimisation
We review pricing, guest feedback, booking patterns and market changes all year. The goal is not only to launch the home, but to improve its results over time.
What is included
Everything your rental needs, under one local team.
Successful vacation rentals do not happen by accident. Good results come from the right positioning, professional presentation, active pricing, reliable operations and consistently positive guest experiences.
Active revenue management
Prices and minimum stays adjusted all year
Guests, arrival to departure
One multilingual team before, during and after
Cleaning and maintenance
Checked between stays, fixed by people nearby
Transparent owner reporting
Bookings in view, income paid to you
Why owners choose Espa Living.
An international team, locally based
We live and work on the Costa del Sol, so your home is managed by people who are genuinely present and know the area. Local knowledge with Northern European working standards: clear communication, reliable follow-through and a practical approach. Collectively our team speaks eight languages, with owners and guests alike.
A commercial approach
Each home is treated as an individual rental business. We analyse what attracts guests, what may be limiting performance and where improvements could earn a meaningful return.
Strong presentation included
Professional styling and photography are part of how we launch and position a home, because an emotional first impression can directly influence visibility, booking interest and revenue.
Experienced guest management
Our operations are led by Airbnb Superhost Antti, with a hosting record of more than 500 stays, a 4.8 guest rating, a 100% response rate and a cancellation rate below 1%.
One team beyond rental management
No separate agents, designers, contractors and property managers to find. We can support the complete journey, from purchasing and preparing the property to operating it as a professional vacation rental.
Fees and terms
One clear fee, and the income paid to you.
- Apartments
- 20% including VAT
- Villas
- 12% including VAT
Our standard management fee is calculated from the total booking revenue, including the cleaning fee.
- Rental income is paid directly to you. Espa Living issues a monthly invoice for the agreed management fee and applicable property expenses.
- The initial staging, photography and listings are covered by Espa Living.
- Larger expenses are agreed with you in advance whenever the situation allows.
- Before we start, you receive a clear overview of what is included, which property-specific operating costs may apply and how income and expenses will be handled.
Questions owners ask
The details, question by question.
Before you start
We first evaluate whether the property, location and owner expectations are a good fit for our service. This allows us to maintain our operating standards and give each property the attention it needs.
We manage selected vacation rental properties from La Cala de Mijas to Manilva, including Marbella, Elviria, Calahonda, Mijas Costa, Benahavís, Estepona and the surrounding areas.
We intentionally keep our operating area focused so our team can provide reliable local support and maintain consistent standards.
Properties rented for short stays must meet the applicable legal and registration requirements. We can review the property’s current situation and guide you through the practical steps, although licence approval always depends on the relevant authorities and property documentation.
Yes. We can assist with furnishing, styling, renovations and practical rental preparation before launching the property. First we assess its rental potential, its target guests and the improvements that could make it more attractive and competitive. Every property is different, but it should always feel comfortable, practical and professionally prepared.
We help with:
- Rental concept and market positioning
- Furnishing and styling recommendations
- Practical improvements that support better reviews
- Professional staging and photography
- Listing creation and optimisation
- House rules, guest information and arrival instructions
- Preparation according to the Espa Living Standard
Marketing and pricing
Depending on the property, it may be marketed through Airbnb, Booking.com, the Espa Living direct booking website and other suitable channels.
Our goal is to build visibility across several booking sources and gradually increase direct bookings, helping reduce dependence on large booking platforms and their commissions.
We professionally stage and photograph the property, create the listings and present its strongest features clearly. This initial marketing investment is covered by Espa Living, because strong presentation benefits both the owner and the performance of the property.
Using one fixed nightly rate throughout the year leaves money on the table. We monitor demand, seasonality, local events, booking pace, market prices, availability gaps and the property’s historical performance, and adjust prices and minimum-stay requirements throughout the year, not only at the beginning of the season.
We look beyond occupancy alone: a full calendar is not automatically a profitable calendar. Active pricing helps us:
- Increase rates when demand is strong
- Protect occupancy during quieter periods
- Fill shorter gaps between bookings
- React to changes in booking pace
- Improve revenue without relying only on discounts
Guests and the home
Our multilingual team manages guest communication before, during and after every stay. Clear and fast communication gives guests confidence and helps prevent small questions from becoming larger problems. This includes:
- Booking enquiries and guest screening
- Pre-arrival communication
- Check-in instructions or meet-and-greet
- Support throughout the stay
- Coordination of any unexpected issues
- Check-out communication
- Review management
A property can look perfect online, but the real guest experience begins when the door opens. We coordinate professional cleaning, linen, guest supplies and property preparation between stays, and our team performs quality checks to ensure the home is presented according to our standards.
We pay attention to the details guests notice: clean textiles, comfortable beds, working equipment, well-maintained terraces and the small touches that make the property feel cared for.
Our local team coordinates everyday maintenance, repairs and urgent guest-related issues. Owners are informed about necessary work, and larger expenses are agreed in advance whenever the situation allows.
Regular oversight also helps us identify problems early, before they affect future bookings, reviews or the condition of the property.
Guests compare holiday rentals not only by location and price, but by how comfortable and effortless the whole stay feels. These details support better reviews, repeat bookings and stronger long-term performance. Depending on the property and its target guests, we focus on details such as:
- Quality mattresses, pillows and bed linen
- Blackout curtains where needed
- A practical and properly equipped kitchen
- Reliable Wi-Fi and a comfortable workspace
- Clear arrival and property instructions
- Accurate information about amenities
- Beach towels and useful local extras
- Baby or pet equipment where suitable
- Durable furniture and materials
- Safety equipment and regular checks
Money and your own use
Apartments 20% and villas 12%, both including VAT, calculated from the total booking revenue including the cleaning fee. Before starting, we provide a clear overview of what is included, which property-specific operating costs may apply and how income and expenses will be handled.
Booking income is paid directly to the owner. Espa Living invoices the management fee and applicable expenses separately, giving you clear visibility over the property’s finances.
Yes. Owners receive access to follow bookings and availability, and Espa Living provides clear reporting. No unnecessary mystery: you retain visibility and control while we handle the daily work.
Yes. You can reserve dates for your own stays through the owner calendar, provided those dates have not already been booked by guests.
Could your property perform better?
Whether your property is already being rented or you are preparing to launch it, we can review its current position and identify where there may be room for improvement.
The first conversation is without obligation. We will give you an honest assessment of the property’s rental potential, preparation needs and whether Espa Living is the right management partner for you.
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