About Us

About Us

We Specialize In Helping Owners Achieve Their Goals for their short term rental by applying cutting edge marketing techniques

STR Marketing Co guides you through the dynamic world of Short Term Rentals (STR), founded in Coffs Harbour, NSW, Australia. Boasting over 20 years of experience in hospitality and accommodation, we’re passionate about helping property owners optimize their investment and achieve success. Our team is committed to providing the support and expertise needed to enhance your property’s performance in the holiday let and STR market.”

STR Marketing Co was formed to help owners easily list their holiday home or apartment and to start earning from their investment property by offering…

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Our History

We Have 20 Years Of Personal Holiday Letting Experience

We have been running, marketing and managing holiday lets in Australia since before most of the big online platforms even existed. Draw on our wealth of first hand experience & knowledge to help you take your holiday property to the next level, while freeing up more time to enjoy life. 

Our Experience Shines Through in Everything We Do

2001

Began Distribution & Management of 3rd Party Holiday Properties

At the forefront of the online booking revolution, helping busineses new to technology to list their properties online.

2005

Opened 1st Holiday Let Mgt Company

This was the start of our holiday letting marketing and management business.

2017

Sold 1st Holiday Let Mgt Company

After a successful 12 year run we sold this business and took a break.

2019

Started STR Marketing Co & AwayStayPlay

After brief hiatus we spotted a need in the market to do things with a more automated and innovative approach.

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Our Vision

we're dedicated to helping our clients achieve financial freedom & take back their time

We want to take the complication out of holiday letting your property and show you what’s truly possible with the right marketing team behind you.

Better Software Solutions

We are highly software and technologically driven to help you achieve the best results

Take Bookings While You Sleep

Our systems and reservation support allow your to be taking bookings for your property 24/7

Work Smarter Not Harder

We employ smart systems and smart people to take the hard word out of letting your BnB

Our Team

Shannon

Shannon O'Connell

Licensee & Director

Shannon has been in the holiday letting industry since 2004 and brings his wealth of experience to STR Marketing Co. He loves helping property owners and guests connect and is hands-on and a natural problem solver. Using the best tech solutions to make things easier for owners and guests is what he is passionate about.

Samuel Matthews

Samuel Matthews

Principle & Director

Sam started working with Shannon at his beach resort that he previously ran. He then set up and ran his own holiday let property which went on to become the birth of STR Marketing Co. Having previously come from the building and construction industry Sam brings his strong work ethic and problem-solving skills to the table.

Bec

Rebecca Pawsey

Social Media & Marketing

Bec handles much of the social media and marketing for Away Stay Play & STR Marketing Co. and is a valuable addition to the team. Bec is an avid adventurer and has traveled most of the world, from Machu Picchu in Morocco to the highlands of Scottland, Bec brings experience and knowledge to the table.

Reservations Team​

Nicki Lee

Nicki Lee

Reservations Manager

Nicki heads up the reservations department. She has been working in the vacation rental industry for over 10 years and is passionate about providing great customer service.

David Lee

David Lee

Technology

David is our trust accounting and tech guru. He's always on the lookout for the best in market to ensure our guests and owners have access to the best tools around.

Audy & Ben

Technology & Reservations

Ben and Audy are exceptional reservation specialists who bring a wealth of experience and high attention to detail to their work. Their meticulous approach and a keen eye for detail consistently produce outstanding results. Their focus is on the guest experience and generating bookings for your property.

Find Out What Your Property Could Earn

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Office

Coffs Harbour, NSW
Burleigh Heads, QLD

Office Hours

Monday - Friday 10 AM - 5 PM

Contact

E. info@bnbmarketingco.com
P. 02 9055 7726