DayletHoliday Let Booking System for Independent Owners
Simple booking system with iCal imports, manual blocks, and direct booking pages. Built for UK cottage owners and holiday let operators who want calendar control without the complexity.
Free for first 5 bookings • Setup in minutes
Everything You Need in a Holiday Let Booking System
Manage availability, sync calendars, and take direct bookings—all in one simple system
Availability & Calendar Control
Block dates manually, import bookings via iCal from Airbnb and Booking.com, and maintain a single source of truth for your holiday let availability.
Direct Booking Page & Widget
Share a professional booking page or embed a calendar widget on your existing cottage website. Guests book directly—no commission fees.
Simple Pricing & Seasonal Rates
Set base rates and seasonal pricing multipliers. Perfect for peak summer weeks, bank holidays, and off-season pricing for your holiday let.
Booking Request Workflow
Receive booking requests, review guest details, and manually approve or decline. Stay in control of who books your property.
Built for UK Holiday Let Owners
A lightweight booking system that fits how you actually work
Calendar Imports (iCal)
Import bookings from Airbnb, Booking.com, Vrbo, and other platforms. Note: iCal syncs update every few hours (not instant), so manual blocking is available for last-minute changes.
Manual Blocks
Block dates for personal use, maintenance, or last-minute holds. Combine iCal imports with manual control for complete availability management.
Multi-Property Support (Pro)
Manage multiple cottages, holiday lets, or B&B rooms from one dashboard. Free plan includes 1 property; Pro plan offers unlimited.
Bilingual (EN/FR)
Built-in support for English and French guests. Perfect for UK owners and properties in France (Brittany, Dordogne, Provence, etc.).
How the Booking System Works
From setup to your first direct booking in under 10 minutes
Add Your Holiday Let
Create your property listing with photos, description, and pricing. Choose whole-property mode (typical for holiday lets) or room-by-room mode (for B&Bs).
- Upload property photos
- Set base nightly rate
- Add amenities and description
Sync Calendars & Block Dates
Import your existing Airbnb/Booking.com calendars via iCal, then add manual blocks for personal use or maintenance periods.
- Import iCal feeds from OTAs
- Block dates manually
- Set seasonal pricing rules
Share Your Booking Page or Embed Widget
Get a direct booking link to share with repeat guests, or embed the calendar on your cottage website. Start taking commission-free bookings.
- Standalone booking page (no website needed)
- Embeddable widget for your site
- Mobile-optimized for guests
Holiday Let Booking System Comparison
See how Dayletus compares to other booking systems
| Feature | Dayletus | Large PMS Systems |
|---|---|---|
| Commission on bookings | 0% | 0-3% (some charge) |
| Monthly cost | Free (1 property, 5 bookings) • Pro: £20/mo | £40-200+/mo |
| Setup complexity | 5-10 minutes | Hours to days |
| iCal calendar imports | ✓ Included (Free & Pro) | ✓ Usually included |
| Best for | Independent owners, 1-3 properties | Agencies, 10+ properties |
Who Uses This Booking System?
🏡 UK Cottage Owners
Cornwall, Lake District, Cotswolds, Scottish Highlands. Manage your holiday cottage bookings, sync with OTAs, and take direct bookings from repeat guests.
👨👩👧 Family-Owned Holiday Lets
Own a property in France or Spain? Manage availability from home, import Airbnb bookings, and share a direct booking link with friends and family referrals.
🛏️ Small B&Bs
2-4 room B&Bs who want simple booking management without paying for enterprise PMS features they don't need. Room-by-room calendar included.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does iCal calendar syncing work?▼
You export an iCal feed from Airbnb, Booking.com, or other platforms, then import it into Dayletus. The system checks for updates every few hours. Note: iCal is not instant—for last-minute bookings, use manual blocks to avoid double bookings.
Can I manage multiple holiday lets?▼
Yes. The free plan includes 1 property and 5 bookings per year. The Pro plan (£20/mo, currently £12/mo with 60% discount) includes unlimited properties and unlimited bookings.
Do I need a website to use this?▼
No. Dayletus gives you a standalone booking page you can share via email, WhatsApp, or social media. If you do have a cottage website, you can embed the booking calendar as a widget.
How are payments handled?▼
You handle payments directly with guests (bank transfer, PayPal, etc.). Dayletus manages the booking workflow and calendar only—keeping your costs at zero commission.
What if I get a booking on Airbnb and Dayletus at the same time?▼
Because iCal syncs every few hours (not instantly), there's a small risk of overlap. We recommend: (1) manually blocking dates immediately after confirming a booking, and (2) using booking request approval (not instant booking) to give yourself time to check availability.
Ready to Simplify Your Holiday Let Bookings?
Join independent cottage owners who are taking control of their availability and reducing commission fees.
Free plan • 5-minute setup • No credit card required