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Joey Staerkle transformed her listed 18th-century home in Conwy into a profitable holiday let, earning £24,754 in a year despite delays.
Joey Staerkle, 29, has turned her listed 18th-century home, Ivy House in Conwy, into a full-time holiday let after 18 months of planning delays and rejected applications for listed-building consent.
Originally bought in 2022 to renovate and live in, she shifted to holiday letting using her family’s hospitality background.
Partnering with Sykes Holiday Cottages, the property has earned an estimated £24,754 in gross revenue over the past year.
Staerkle maintains the home’s character while ensuring high guest satisfaction, remaining hands-on in operations.
Her success reflects a growing trend of young, dedicated owners building sustainable businesses in Wales’ holiday rental sector.
Joey Staerkle transformó su casa del siglo XVIII en Conwy en una rentable casa de vacaciones, ganando £ 24,754 en un año a pesar de los retrasos.