Bidango does £1 auction lots; get more than you bargained for this week

Feb. 20, 2012 - PRLog -- In the current financial climate, holidaymakers are increasingly seeking ways to get the most for their money. That’s why for one week only, Bidango is offering four luxury UK long weekend holiday lots on our dedicated travel auction site with bidding starting from just £1 and with NO reserve price.

The holiday lots will be unveiled at 10am on Tuesday 21st February and are centred around Mother’s Day weekend, with two lots to tie in with Mother’s Day and two the weekend after. Holidaymakers will be able to treat their mother’s to the perfect gift this year, a luxury break that won’t break the bank. Below is a small taster of what you could get if you enter yourself into the running…

Sunflower Holiday Cottage offers both a sense of luxury and the traditional. Built in a converted Victorian barn dating back to 1881, this rustic property sleeping three has beautiful exposed beams and brickwork. Visit the local historic town of Alford within walking distance, or enjoy beautiful views of open fields and Alford’s working windmill. Stay for three nights starting from the 16th March. (lot id: 2572).

Flint Cottage is a luxury four star property sleeping four in Sidmouth, Devon. This property is spacious and beautifully furnished with a vaulted ceiling in the living area. It also has stunning garden views, and lots to offer in terms of activities, with its own games room and gym facilities. Stay for three nights starting from the 23rd March. (lot id: 2570)

For another rustic retreat, this cottage sleeping up to eight on the Isle of Purbeck, Dorset is perfect. This eighteenth century property boasts an almost acre long garden, as well as beautiful views of the nearby historic site of Corfe Castle, and one of the largest natural harbors in the world at Poole. And there are lots of scenic walks nearby, as well as a lovely local pub, Studland beaches and farmer’s markets. Stay for three nights starting from the 16th March. (lot id: 2571)

The Potting Shed is the true definition of rustic country luxury. Sleeping two, this property is located in a conservation area between Herefordshire and Worcestershire. This cottage is decorated to the highest standard, with exposed stone, ancient timber framed walls, and cosy log burning stove. The property is opposite a beautiful 12th century church and only a fifteen minute drive away from the sights and sounds of Worcester; a perfect mix of history and culture. Stay for two nights starting on the 23rd March. (lot id: 2573)

These properties are of a luxury standard, and would make the ideal present for Mother’s Day, or just as a great short break. And the auction facility means you won’t have to pay a fortune. Bidango’s unique promotion combines the perfect holiday solution for the frugal holidaymaker; an unbelievable price, high standard holiday home, and a sense of spontaneity.

Bidango is a new and exciting platform where holidaymakers can bid on self-catered properties in auction, harnessing the potential for huge discounts on some of the finest rental homes available. Launched by leading holiday rental website pureholidayhomes.com, Bidango offers a unique and interactive opportunity to secure fantastic discount holidays. With no agency commissions (typically 20% - 40%) by booking direct with the owner, Bidango confidently predicts that a further 20% - 30% saving on certain weeks can be achieved for price sensitive holidaymakers willing to bid for their break. Savvy travellers can keep an eye on the best deals and pick up a bargain with huge savings to be made, and homeowners can fill late availability and cancellations by putting their property in auction.

The market opportunity for homeowners
•   Circa 6 million holiday homeowners in Europe and North America who rent their homes for an average of 14 weeks per year*. Creating millions of unsold weeks each year.
•   Since 2008 reduction in net disposable wealth and a weaker exchange rate has led to UK based holiday homeowners looking to increase the amount of income they generate from their property.
•   Until now no specific destination website for holiday homeowners to sell discounted available weeks/short breaks.
Will appeal to: Advertisers looking to sell more out of season weeks, selling last minute cancellations, achieving premium rates for peak weeks.

The opportunity for holidaymakers
•   Year on year rise in late bookings, in July 2011 pureholidayhomes.com saw an increase of 36% in last minute enquiries compared to 2010. According to Hotwire.com, 49% of their users will book only two to four weeks before travel
•   pureholidayhomes.com also reports a 67% increase in holidaymakers asking for deals or discounts.
Will appeal to: retirees, group holidays, pre-kids, families who like booking late for a deal, flexible short trips and city breaks.

To check out the latest deals, visit the website: http://www.bidango.co.uk



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For further press information please contact Matthew Fox on Tel: 01753 728 712 or Email:  mfox@pureholidayhomes.com

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Bidango is a new and exciting platform where holidaymakers can bid on self-catered properties in auction, harnessing the potential for huge discounts on some of the finest rental homes available. Launched by leading holiday rental website pureholidayhomes.com, Bidango offers a unique and interactive opportunity to secure fantastic discount holidays. With no agency commissions (typically 20% - 40%) by booking direct with the owner, Bidango confidently predicts that a further 20% - 30% saving on certain weeks can be achieved for price sensitive holidaymakers willing to bid for their break. Savvy travellers can keep an eye on the best deals and pick up a bargain with huge savings to be made, and homeowners can fill late availability and cancellations by putting their property in auction.