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Holiday Home Insurance

Your getaway deserves the same protection as home.

Whether your holiday home is a UK cottage or basking overseas, our tailored policies cover the building, contents, rental income and everything in between — customised to your property and how you use it.

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Cottage, villa, apartment, UK or overseas — every holiday home is unique, so cover is customisable to your property, location and how it's used.
What's protected

Comprehensive cover for your holiday home

From the building itself to the peace of mind that comes with legal and emergency support.

Building & contents

Protection against damage, theft, vandalism and natural disasters, for cottages, villas, apartments and more.

Loss of rental income

If you let your holiday home to guests, cover for lost income due to property damage or unforeseen circumstances.

Emergency & legal support

Emergency assistance and legal protection included as standard, wherever your property is located.

Unattended items

Cover for belongings left unattended at the property between visits, for a genuine safety net.

Renting your holiday home out to guests? Let's make sure that's properly covered too.

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Why Brunel

Why choose Brunel for your holiday home

Expertise

Specialist knowledge

Our team has expertise specifically in holiday home insurance, offering specialised guidance to protect your property.

Reach

Global coverage

Whether your holiday home is in the UK or abroad, we understand the nuances of international property ownership.

Claims

Real support

A smooth, hassle-free claims process with prompt assistance to protect your holiday home investment.

Service

Client-focused

We always strive to provide the highest level of customer service, reflected in our client reviews.

Do I actually need holiday home insurance?

Holiday home insurance isn't a legal requirement, but if you own a holiday home in the UK, it's highly recommended. If you have a mortgage on the property, your lender may require appropriate property insurance as a condition of that mortgage — it's worth checking directly with them to make sure you don't breach the terms.

See how cover works if the property sits empty →
Common questions

Holiday Home Insurance FAQs

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Is Holiday Home Insurance expensive?

The cost of holiday home insurance can vary based on factors such as the property's location, value, level of coverage needed, and security measures in place. Generally, holiday home insurance tends to be more expensive than standard home insurance, due to factors like the property being unoccupied for extended periods and increased risk of damage from weather or break-ins.

What insurance do you need to rent out a holiday home?

Renting out a holiday home typically requires specific insurance coverage to protect both the property owner and guests. It's crucial to review policies carefully and discuss your specific needs with us to ensure you have adequate coverage for both the property and the liability associated with renting it out.

Do I need Holiday Home Insurance?

Holiday home insurance is not a legal requirement; however, it's highly recommended. If you have a mortgage on the holiday home, your mortgage company may require appropriate property insurance, so it's worth checking with them to avoid breaching the terms of your mortgage.

Do I need to inspect my Holiday Home?

Most policies will require you or your representatives to inspect your property regularly, especially during periods of unoccupancy when no one is using the holiday home.

Does holiday home insurance cover damage caused by guests or renters?

Depending on the policy, holiday home insurance might cover damage caused by guests or renters. It's important to review policy details to understand the extent of coverage for such scenarios.

What is holiday home insurance?

Holiday home insurance provides coverage specifically tailored for properties used as second homes or holiday residences, designed to protect these properties from various risks associated with seasonal or occasional occupancy.

Secure your holiday home, worry-free.

A quote for your holiday home usually takes one short online form or call.

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Prefer to talk it through? Call 0333 188 11 11
Call 0333 188 11 11