A Journey

Founded by Ed May, Ed’s career started in America working in luxury independent hotels, including the #1 hotel in the world in 2003 as voted by Conde Nast, followed by managing chalets in Courchevel 1850, France.

Ed started his first private home rental service company in 2008, being the first company in England to offer hotel services in homes no matter where guests stayed. Ed still travels privately with clients and continues to expand the group structure to support and develop the luxury private rental market.

To date, Ed has developed three brands that all work within the luxury and exclusive property rental sector and is well respected by Michelin Star chefs, Global Travel Agents and some of the finest properties in the world. 

Hidden and Found is run by hospitality duo Katie and Ed. Katie has worked extensively throughout Africa and Europe, is bi-lingual and brings connection, high-end service and warmth to guest stays.

As our senior event planner and concierge, Katie is passionate about curating travel for each and every client and oversees all stay requests with our team.

Katie is also a qualified yoga teacher travelling in and around Europe and adores finding properties and locations which provide people with a connection to nature.

Her belief: the mind rests peacefully when gazing on the horizon.  

At the forefront of Hidden and Found is our passion for service and hospitality. Prior to Hidden and Found, our founders and concierge team held ownership, executive, and senior level positions within the vast hospitality business, from managing hotels to luxury event businesses to travelling with private families. We are service professionals.

Each home in our collection is chosen and inspected to ensure we can deliver a first class service, but above all else provide you the reassurance it has our seal of approval.

Once in your chosen location, our partners will deliver extraordinary experiences within breathtaking landscapes.

Get up close to glaciers, soar above the highest peaks, dive straight into the purest waters or simply uncover a pristine hiking trail. We open up opportunities to be explored and experienced with trusted partners and world leading guides.