How David & Mathew Scaled Their Airbnb Business with Houst
Thinking about scaling your Airbnb business? Meet David Cashman and Mathew O’Connell, two Dublin-based entrepreneurs who went from managing five properties to sixty in just eight months—all with the right support from Houst.
Their journey is proof that with the right partner, scaling a short-let business is easier and more profitable than you might think. Let’s dive into their story.
Meet David & Mathew: A Partnership Built on Trust
“Okay, so I'm Matthew. This is David. We are the host partners for Ireland. We've been colleagues and friends for the last 10 years.”
David and Mathew aren’t just business partners—they’ve been friends for a decade. When they started in short-let property management, they knew there was huge potential in the industry. But they also realized they needed the right systems, expertise, and tech to scale efficiently.
“It’s just really completely reframed for me how big the industry really is.”
That’s when they turned to Houst.
The Challenges of Growing an Airbnb Business
Like most new short-let managers, they ran into some common hurdles:
❌ Maximizing revenue for hosts – How do you price properties competitively while keeping occupancy high?
❌ Building a reliable cleaning & maintenance team – Great guest experiences rely on consistent property upkeep.
❌ Staying ahead in a fast-paced market – The short-let industry moves quickly, and they needed to scale fast.
They knew they needed a partner with experience, tech, and a proven track record of helping hosts succeed.
How Houst Helped Them Scale (Fast!)
“What Houst really stood out on was the mindset of change that they had. You want to be partnered up with people who were on the frontier of the domain and of the industry.”
Houst gave David and Mathew the tools and support to grow without getting stuck in day-to-day operations. Here’s how:
🔹 Professional Cleaning & Maintenance – Ensuring every property was guest-ready.
🔹 Dynamic Pricing Strategy – Using data-driven pricing tools to maximize revenue.
🔹 24/7 Guest Support & Check-in Management – No more late-night guest inquiries or last-minute booking issues.
With Houst’s automated systems and expert support, they could focus on growth instead of admin work—a game-changer for any short-let business.
Deep Local Connection: Why Dublin is a Perfect Short-Let Market
David and Mathew’s personal connection to Dublin gives them an edge.
“I get to go into some of these properties that I used to drive by as a kid with my family in the car, you know, and being welcomed into people's homes. That's a part of the job that I really, really enjoy.”
By knowing the local market inside out, they can tailor their services to both hosts and guests, creating better experiences and higher occupancy rates.
From 5 to 60 Properties: The Rapid Growth Story
“Initially, we were getting two or three bookings a day. Now we're up to two or three an hour.”
“We’ve been able to move the dial very, very fast and make quick and fast reactions without feeling we have to go back and check in with HQ. And for me, that's a real partnership.”
With Houst’s systems in place, they could react quickly to market changes, optimize pricing, and keep growing—all without micromanaging operations.
How Houst’s Support Made the Difference
David and Mathew credit their success to Houst’s strong support system:
✅ Seamless Guest Management – Automated responses, professional support, and smooth check-ins.
✅ Brand Leverage – Instead of competing with bigger names, they partnered with Houst’s established reputation.
✅ Operational Efficiency – With cleaning, maintenance, and guest communication handled, they could focus on expansion.
What’s Next for David & Mathew?
“This market is very real. It’s not going anywhere. It’s ripe for growth, ripe for a growth mindset, ripe for disruption in different levels of customer experience. So, yeah, two feet in.”
With solid infrastructure, a growing portfolio, and ambitious plans, these two aren’t slowing down anytime soon.
And if you’re looking to grow your short-let business, you don’t have to do it alone either.
Want to Scale Like David & Mathew? Houst Can Help
If you’re serious about growing your Airbnb business without the hassle of managing everything yourself, Houst is the partner you need.
🚀 Why Choose Houst?
✔ Scalability – Grow your portfolio fast without the operational headache.
✔ Higher Revenue – Smart pricing and marketing drive more bookings.
✔ End-to-End Support – Guest communication, cleaning, maintenance, and more—handled for you.
📞 Ready to take your Airbnb business to the next level? Get in touch with Houst today.
Just like David and Mathew, you could be scaling faster than you ever imagined. 🚀
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