Owning a holiday let can be a great source of additional income, but running one efficiently means keeping your costs in check too. By adopting home energy saving strategies, you can lower your utility bills, reduce your environmental impact and make your holiday home even more appealing to today’s eco-conscious guests.
At Silverlake Dorset, our homes are designed with sustainability in mind. Built to high eco-standards, they already include a range of energy-efficient features.
Find out more about how to save energy in a holiday home:
Energy Performance Certificate (EPC)
An Energy Performance Certificate (EPC) rates a property's energy efficiency from A (most efficient) to G (least efficient). Having your property assessed gives you a clear understanding of where energy-saving home improvements could be made.
All Silverlake holiday homes carry an A+ rating, meaning they are among the most energy-efficient holiday homes available – perfect for buyers looking for a ready-made eco holiday let.
Insulate your holiday let
Proper insulation is one of the most effective ways to retain heat and reduce energy usage. Older properties, especially those built before the 1980s, may not have cavity wall insulation. Hiring a professional to fill them with insulation can significantly cut heat loss.
At Silverlake, walls are insulated with Kingspan TEK® 18 insulated panels, helping reduce heat transfer and lowering energy bills.
Saving Water
If you are looking to save water in your holiday let, one simple step is to change to a water-saving shower head. In addition, a water meter can help track water usage and installing a water butt can collect rainwater to water for use in the garden.
If your holiday let has a hot tub, properly maintain it by monitoring the temperature and cleaning filters to keep it running efficiently.
Energy Efficient Lighting
LED lights consume less energy and last longer than traditional bulbs - it’s estimated that you could save between £13 and £45 each year just by switching to LEDs. This makes them a great home energy-saving option.
You could also explore smart lighting options, which automatically turn on when someone enters a room and off again when it's empty — saving energy with ease.
Energy-efficient heating systems
From solar panels for holiday homes to heat pumps for holiday lets, there are several low-energy alternatives to older-style heating systems.
At Silverlake, smart thermostats like Heatmiser are fitted as standard in homes with underfloor heating - letting you control temperature zones remotely via an app, ideal if you're managing your holiday home remotely.
Newer homes at Silverlake Dorset also include energy-efficient features such as:
- • Air source heat pumps
- • MVHR (Mechanical Ventilation Heat Recovery) systems
- • UV-filtered glazing on doors and windows
With the rise in electric vehicles, installing an EV charging point at your holiday let is a great opportunity, especially when paired with solar panels. All Silverlake homes, built from 2022, have EV charging points included as standard.
Energy Efficient Appliances
When buying a new washing machine, dishwasher or fridge/freezer for your holiday let, opt for ones with an A-rating to help lower energy bills and reduce environmental impact. Encourage guests to use eco-settings or wash at 30°C when possible.
Tips for Guests
When on holiday, guests are sometimes more relaxed about energy usage. Gently remind them of eco-friendly habits - like turning off lights, limiting water usage and adjusting heating – in welcome guides or friendly signage.
Saving energy with Silverlake Dorset
There are many ways to introduce holiday home energy saving solutions - from the materials your property is built with to the systems and appliances you choose..
At Silverlake Dorset, our eco-conscious homes blend luxury living with sustainability. From energy-saving tech and A-rated appliances to insulated building systems and smart heating controls, every detail is designed with efficiency in mind.
Have a chat with Silverlake’s expert team to find out more.
Disclaimer: The information contained in this article is accurate at the time of writing, based on our research. Rules, criteria and regulations change all the time. Nothing in this article constitutes financial advice. Please always consult your accountant or solicitor for all financial, taxation or legal matters.