With a career spanning over 20 years in property management, event planning, and executive support, Karen brings a unique depth of experience to every project. Having grown up in London and worked in a variety of accommodation-based roles, she launched her own Property Management and VA company over 15 years ago. Since then, she’s transformed everything from empty shells and second homes into high-performing, stylish holiday rentals – often complete with full renovations, hot tub installations, and striking interior design.

Karen’s hands-on approach and eye for detail quickly turned a practical career into a true passion for property and design.

A Natural Progression in a Changing Market

When the COVID-19 lockdown hit, the property market shifted dramatically. Stamp duty holidays and heightened demand led to a wave of fast-paced property transactions – many completed before listings even went public. At the same time, absentee owners found themselves needing reliable, hands-on support to prepare homes for the holiday rental market.

Thanks to our background in property management, renovations, and interior design, we were well-positioned to respond. We saw the need for a complete, end-to-end solution – and we acted on it.

That’s when we launched our Fully Managed Holiday Home Package, specifically designed for owners who couldn’t be on site. From receiving the keys to preparing the property for rental – decorating, furnishing, listing, and managing bookings – we made the process simple, efficient, and fully handled through East Coast Hideaways.

It wasn’t a reaction; it was the next step in doing what we already do best.