“Why would anyone want to stay here?” This is the question asked by many puzzled neighbours living on a sleepy residential street in Stockport when they discovered that the newest addition joining the road was not a family or couple, but an Airbnb.
Landlord Daniel Bellamy surprised himself too. He wasn't sure who would want to stay in the area but when he put his stylish property onto the online marketplace for homestays back in April, he received his first booking within just two hours.
It has become a booming business for himself and partner Hannah Harris, who say they aim to bring a boutique hotel experience for guests. Dan purchased the two-bedroom terraced house in Heaton Norris two years ago as a buy-to-let.