The Sykes Gems award 2025
Nominate your property or properties for a Sykes Gem award. Submit your details below and click continue to complete your property nomination. There are just a few questions to complete, and 30 categories to choose from this year. Don’t forget, for every nomination you’ll be entered into our prize draw for a chance to win a £1000 Sykes holiday voucher. For more information read here.
Nominations close 16th June.
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Name of the property you want to enter. *
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Please include your Property Reference.
Please choose which category you would like to enter. *
Best in your Region
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What do you think makes your property stand out from all others in your region? The judges will assign the region whilst reviewing your nomination.
Best Newcomer
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Your property has been accepting bookings on our website for less than 18 months.
Best Longstanding Owner
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You’ve been letting a holiday property with us for over 5 years.
Best Quirky Property
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What makes your property different? Is it an unusual conversion or is it decorated in a quirky way?
Best Renovation
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Tell us below about your renovation - how long did it take? Were there any challenges along the way? What have you changed?
Best Historic Property
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Tell us below about your property’s history and why it’s so interesting.
Best Hot Tub Property
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Tell us below what makes your hot tub special – does it have incredible views or are there extra touches to make it a special experience?
Best for Glamping
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Do you have an outstanding yurt, shepherds' hut, pod or safari tent?
Best Luxury Property
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Tell us below what makes your holiday home luxurious. For example, luxury welcome packs, toiletries or a five star service.
Best for Views
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Tell us below about the view – what is it of? Where can you see the view from? Why is it so special?
Best for Large Groups
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What makes your holiday let ideal for large groups e.g. sociable living areas or a games room?
Best for Young Families
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What makes your property perfect for families? Do you offer extra facilities such as bottle sterilisers and toys? Are there family friendly days out nearby?
Best National Park Property
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Your property must be based within a National Park.
Best for Walking
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Is your cottage a great choice for walkers? Are you near walking routes or do you offer facilities such as a boot room?
Best for Couples
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Tell us below why your holiday home makes the perfect romantic retreat. Have you had proposals or honeymooners stay? Do you offer a romantic welcome pack?
Best for Beaches
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Is your property near a fantastic beach? Do you offer extra facilities such as surf board storage or provide buckets and spades?
Best for Pet Friendly Breaks
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What makes your property extra pet friendly? Do you offer a doggy welcome pack or dog friendly walks nearby?
Best Farm Stay
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Is your cottage on a farm? Do you offer farm tours or can guests watch lambing during the season? Do guests love meeting the animals on-site?
Best for sustainability
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Tell us how you make your property sustainable, how you support your local community and how you reduce your environmental impact.
Tell us why you believe your holiday home is the best property for this category.
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• What makes your property different?
• Do you offer guests something unique?
• Why should the judges choose your property as a winner?
Our judges love to read these entries so please make sure you tell them why they should pick your cottage.
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