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This book really was a great find. Full of practical advice about setting up a B&B covering all the things I needed to know and right up to date too! It's real strength is in it's presentation which is so simple and clear to read."
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MANY YEARS HAVE PASSED SINCE WE WELCOMED THE FIRST STRANGERS INTO OUR HOME. I now feel qualified to comment on our experience and include information that we would have found helpful when we took what seemed at the time quite a brave step. My husband spent all his working life in the hospitality industry and we first met whilst studying hotel and catering management at the same college back in the late 50s. Now, nominally retired, we have gone full circle - back to serving meals and making beds - and enjoying it more than ever! The difference between then and now is that we fill our empty bedrooms with guests as a pleasure, rather than solely through financial necessity. Tolerance, flexibility and a sense of humour have been needed on occasions, but our guests have been absolutely great and since starting our business our faith in humanity has soaredA". Read Helen's book for guidance on: - DOING YOUR INITIAL RESEARCH - COMPLYING WITH THE LAW - PREPARING THE ROOMS - LOOKING AFTER YOUR GUESTS - MARKETING YOUR B&B - PRICING AND BOOK KEEPING
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48 of 48 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
We found this book very useful, it gave us simple guidance where we were unsure and even answered questions we had not yet thought about.
We had wanted to start a B&B but had always been put-off, as it seemed a bit too daunting and complicated. Now, having worked through this thoughtful book, we feel ready to take the first steps.
We had wanted to start a B&B but had always been put-off, as it seemed a bit too daunting and complicated. Now, having worked through this thoughtful book, we feel ready to take the first steps.
39 of 39 people found the following review helpful
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This is basic beginners guide to running a small B&B. It does focus a lot on keeping at 6 guests and below to avoid problems such as VAT and fire regs this is done in a helpful and simple way in a commonsence no nonsence approach. I think if I knew nothing about the trade I would do a bit more reading than just this book before starting out in business but I think that this is a good place to start. The book is written as if you know nothing about the trade and starts from scratch so if you are thinking of going into the B&B business from knowing nothing this would be a good start. I would also like to point out to anyone thinking of going into the B&B trade if you think you will be liable for business rates you can have the Valuation office do you a quote of how much it would be before you comit to anything this is a free service.
27 of 27 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
This book really was a great find. Full of practical advice about setting up a B&B covering all the things I needed to know and right up to date too! It's real strength is in it's presentation which is so simple and clear to read. The author is a genius.
I would not hesitate to recommend this book to anyone thinking about setting up a B&B or to anyone already running a B&B.
I would not hesitate to recommend this book to anyone thinking about setting up a B&B or to anyone already running a B&B.
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Practical tips!
We are planning to set up a small B & B and are keen to get as much information on the practicalities and legalities involved before we embark! Read more
Published 19 days ago by leebarb
Light read with plenty of good little tips
This little book is by people who have their own bed and breakfast and have learned from their own experience. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Keen Amateur Builder
Bought for a gift, very impressed by other reviews
I chose this book as a gift for a family member who is currently setting up a b&b. It was chosen against other similar titles due to the previous reviews and comments left by other... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Ms. Susanna Brown
Review of 4th edition of Just Six Guests
Having read the first, original edition of Just Six Guests, I was hoping that this 4th New & Revised Edition would differ substantially from the first one. Sadly, not so. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Henryka
Clear and simple
I found this book very easy and enjoyable to read. It's given me everything I need to get my B&B idea off the ground. Buy it now!
Published 18 months ago by J. Reynolds
Practical guide
We intend to start a B&B within the near future and were looking for some practical guidelines. This book provided just that and exceeded our expectations. Read more
Published 18 months ago by H. du Toit
just six guests
This book was written in simple easy to understand language. It gives practical advice based on the writers own invaluable experience. Read more
Published 23 months ago by steve
Good little book
This is a good book to read if you are thinking about setting up a B and B. Clearly written and amusing. Read more
Published on 8 July 2009 by Hergest
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