Sí, incluso siendo destino veraniego: Bliss firma un contrato de arrendamiento y paga renta fija mensual todo el año por tu apartamento en El Sardinero o el centro de Santander, con rentas de 600 a 2.000 €/mes según zona (El Sardinero ronda 1.100-1.700 €). Bliss tramita la licencia VT si falta (Decreto 82/2010, Cantabria) en 4-8 semanas, sin coste, y gestiona la autorización de 3/5 de la comunidad exigida por la LO 1/2025. Contrato mínimo 1 año; el uso personal del propietario no está incluido por defecto.
The problem of the owner in Santander: the apartment that sleeps 9 months
The most common pattern in Santander is known: an apartment in El Sarmero or Paseo de Pereda bought centuries ago as second family residence. In August, his family used him, perhaps also at Easter. The rest of the year is closed, with payment of IBI, community, insurance and minimum maintenance supplies.
The owner who wants to rent them has three options. Long term residential rental with the risks and discomfort of having a tenant who may not leave if the owner wants to use the housing. The own tourist management at Airbnb, that requires constant co-ordination from another town. Or guaranteed rental: Bliss sign you contract, pay monthly rent and manage housing turistically with all risks at our care.
Santander's advantage for R2R lies precisely with seasonal asymmetry: the high season of July and August has high ADR and occupation and if it's complemented well with weekend escapes in spring and autumn, the annual average is sufficient to justify an attractive fixed income for the owner.
3 steps to collect your fixed income at Santander
How much can I get for my place at Santander?
| Typology | Zone | Fixed monthly income |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment 1 hab | Centre, Port, Paseo Pereda | 600–950 € |
| Apartment 2 hab | Center, Four Walks | 800–1.300 € |
| Apartment 2-3 hab | The Sarmero, Beach | 1.100–1.700 € |
| Ground 3 hab with sea views | The Sarmoner, first line | from 1.500 € |
| House or duplex | Peñacastilo, Piquío | 1.200–2.000 € |
2026 target ranges. Operating net income. Special figures after technical visit.
If you have no VT license in Cantabria, we'll get them out of you.
The regulations of tourist housing in Cantabria are regulated by Decree 82 / 2010 of 25 of November (BOC)with subsequent modifications. The procedure is to propose a Responsible statement to Counsellor of Tourism of Cantabria and get registration at General Registry of Tourist Companies of Cantabria.
No general moratorium on new licences exists in Cantabria. The usual time after the submission of the responsible statement is from 4 to 8 weeks. The single state registry that entered 1 July 2025 was annulled by the Supreme Court in May of 2026, and what the platforms demand today is the code of an autonomous registration.
The DIY 1 / 2025 (since April 2025) requires authorisation from 3 / 5 from the owners community for new VUT in family-run buildings. Bliss verifies and manages this requirement before compromising rent.
In model R2R, Bliss assumes complete procedure at zero cost to the owner. While processing, we can start with temporary rental (Article 3 LAU).
More information: How to get a tourist housing license out of Cantabria.
Why R2R contract's best choice at Santander
| Leave empty | Airbnb's own | Bliss Homes (R2R) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Annual income | 0 € (expenditure only) | Variables (58%) | Fixed income 12 months |
| Operational management | Not applicable | You (from another town) | Bliss takes up everything |
| VT Cantabria License | Not necessary | That's what you do. | Bliss processing her free |
| Retirement risk | Stop | Low | Nil (Bliss keeps) |
| Access to the apartment in August | Free | Just if she's free | Possible with notice * |
* The R2R contract does not by default cover the personal use of the owner. That's a complete lease. If this is important to you, contact us - sometimes you have a contractual solution.
A real case: the summer apartment that currently works all year round
Luis, owner of an apartment of 3 rooms in El Sarmono that he only used in August, had been wanting to rent him without knowing how. Value agreed with Bliss: 1.350 € / month. 1 contract year with annual extension.
The apartment had no VT license and his furniture was his family's lifetime. Bliss handled his statement with the Tourism Board of Cantabria, renewed his furniture with guest equipment, installed a digital lock and published at Airbnb, Booking and Tudesvío.
Luis charges 1.350 € on his daily 1 every month. In summer the apartment has an occupation of 90% with families that come to the beach of El Sarmero. In spring and autumn it operates with weekend escapades from Madrid and Bilbao and with tourists visiting the Magdalena Palace.
Anonymous case. Archaeapic profile. Name changed for privacy.
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FAQ about guaranteed rental in Santander
Do R2R work at Santander even if it's mainly a summer destination?
Yeah. The high season is very strong in summer and end-of-week tourism in spring and autumn complements the calendar. The R2R fixed income is the annual average - Bliss takes up the standstill.
My apartment at El Sarmero's empty 9 months a year. That's feasible?
Yeah. That's exactly how R2R's been designed for. The owner receives his 12 months rent while Bliss optimizes his high season income to cover his most low months.
How's the VT license been processed in Cantabria?
Decree 82 / 2010 (BOC). Statement Responsible to the Board of Tourism of Cantabria and registration with the General Registry of Tourism Companies. Target date: 4-8 weeks. Bliss takes up the procedure at zero cost. The unique state register (Jul-2025) was cancelled by TS in May of 2026 and valid as an autonomous code.
Is there a leave moratorium in Santander?
No. No general moratorium at Cantabria. The DIO 1 / 2025 requires permission from 3 / 5 from the community for new VUT in buildings since April 2025. Bliss verifies and manages.
How much will I charge for an apartment at El Sarmero?
Entre 1.100 y 1.700 €/mes de renta fija para un apartamento de 2-3 habitaciones en buen estado. Cifras concretas tras visita técnica.
How long does the contract last?
Minimum 1 year with automatic year extension. Departure clause by sale (notice 60-90) and by family need.
Who pays for supplies and maintenance?
Bliss pays light, water, gas, internet, cleaning and regular maintenance. The owner pays IBI, community and insurance from the continent.
Can I continue using the apartment in summer?
The R2R contract is a complete lease and does not by default cover the personal use of the owner. If this is important to you, contact us at the valuation - sometimes there are contractual solutions.
Can I sell during the contract?
Yeah. Filling clause with notice of 60-90 days. Bliss has a right to tanting and if he doesn't exercise his right, free to sell.
How do I pay rent?
Retirement of capital at IRPF. No VAT and no free leave. Bliss applying monthly 19% retention if applicable.
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