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North East holiday letting agency expands to Jesmond following jump in business

A 24% increase in business during 2015 has led to Cottages in Northumberland being able to acquire larger premises on Osborne Road, Jesmond.

The North East holiday letting agency, which rents out coastal, countryside and city properties in the county and across Tyneside, has announced it will embark on a phased recruitment programme in the coming months.

The Newcastle-based company now has 160 cottages, houses and apartments within its portfolio, which it rents out on behalf of owners keen to generate income from their assets.

The company attributes its growth to a number of factors including its decision to introduce a division aimed at corporate visitors heading to the North East on business.

In the coming year, Cottages in Northumberland plans to build on its share of the domestic market while also increasing its exposure to international markets.

Angela Mazingham, director of operations, said: “Although a high percentage of our lettings are always from UK residents the number of visitors from abroad is also on the increase.

“So, I have been working with UK Trade and Investment (UKTI) to look at ways in which we can develop a strategy for maximising our exposure abroad, in targeted countries, such as Spain, Germany and the Netherlands.

“Like other successful businesses, Cottages in Northumberland is continually evolving to stay ahead in the online market place and we’re looking forward to whatever new challenges and opportunities 2016 brings.”