Pass the Keys

What problem does Pass the Keys solve?

Entrepreneurs who want to run an Airbnb and Booking.com property management business face the challenge of building technology, operational playbooks, brand recognition, and compliance frameworks from scratch. This is a high barrier that limits speed to market and scalability.

What does Pass the Keys do?

Pass the Keys is a UK-based short-term rental franchise network that enables operators to run Airbnb and Booking.com property management businesses under a nationally recognised brand, backed by proprietary technology and centralised operational support.

How does Pass the Keys work?

Franchisees receive access to the Connect platform, a Supplier Web App, a Host App, a Guest Experience portal, and AI-powered dynamic pricing tools. Central operations handle 24/7 guest communication, damage protection, claims management, payments, and owner reporting on behalf of each franchisee. The operational playbook covers property onboarding including photography, listing copy, housekeeping SOPs, maintenance inspections, and service-provider sourcing. Franchisees operate exclusive territories and are supported by account managers who have run their own Pass the Keys territories. The franchise investment is £40,000–£50,000 with an 18% management fee on rental booking value.

Who is Pass the Keys for?

Commercially experienced entrepreneurs in the UK who want to build a local short-term rental property management business with an established brand, technology, and operational infrastructure rather than building from scratch.

• Type: Franchise
• Headquarters: London, GB
• Integrations: 1
• Key features: Franchise Tech Package, Operations Playbook, Guest & Owner Services, Franchisee Recruitment, Franchise Economics, Brand & Marketing Support

Listed on STR Market Map, the short-term-rental software marketplace.