Solar for Holiday Lets UK

Are solar panels worth it for a holiday let?

Solar panels for holiday lets are an excellent investment: (1) SEASONAL MATCH — peak bookings (summer) = peak solar output. Guests use electricity during the sunniest months. (2) SAVINGS — £300-£600/yr on electricity costs (depending on occupancy and system size). (3) ECO APPEAL — 'eco-friendly holiday cottage with solar panels' attracts environmentally conscious guests and commands premium rates. (4) EPC IMPROVEMENT — holiday lets need minimum EPC E (may rise to C). Solar boosts EPC by 1-2 bands. (5) TAX BENEFITS — solar installation costs are capital expenditure (deductible against furnished holiday let profits over time). (6) BATTERY OPTIONAL — with high occupancy, most solar is self-consumed without a battery. A battery helps during shoulder season (spring/autumn) gaps between bookings.