Bass Coast

As of May 2026, Phillip Island, Inverloch, Wonthaggi have 1,161 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 6% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Bass Coast generates A$34K per year. High-performing properties earn A$80K/year, while low-performing properties earn A$16K/year. This wide disparity suggests that market returns are highly sensitive to property-specific factors, as overall revenue is currently contracting despite a slight reduction in available supply.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Bass Coast. Average annual revenue is A$34K with 28% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to A$80K/year. The delta between average and top-tier earnings indicates that a smaller subset of listings captures a disproportionate share of total market demand, even as broader revenue trends decline.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Bass Coast is 28%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of A$338, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of A$68 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Bass Coast, with annual revenue of A$42K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Bass Coast market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Bass Coast area. Phillip Island: Moderate. Planning permit required for non-hosted STR, registration with council. Growing enforcement with compliance checks and penalties for unregistered properties. Inverloch: Moderate. Planning permit needed, Bass Coast Shire registration required. Increasing enforcement through complaint-driven investigations and permit audits. Wonthaggi: Moderate. Planning permit required for STR, council registration mandatory. Enforcement improving with neighbor complaints triggering inspections and fines for non-compliance. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Bass Coast Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 6% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 17%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The simultaneous drop in supply and revenue suggests that market contraction is driven by waning interest rather than an oversupply of inventory.

Launch around October, 2-3 months before peak winter season (January peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 31% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (June-August) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Bass Coast listings include: Kitchen (96%), Air Conditioning (95%), Tv (92%), Washing Machine (87%), Heating (76%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Hot Tub, Pool, Washing Machine, with Hot Tub properties earning approximately 68% more (A$104K/year vs A$62K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Bass Coast over the last 12 months: May: A$1K, June: A$1K, July: A$1K, August: A$950, September: A$2K, October: A$2K, November: A$2K, December: A$3K, January: A$5K, February: A$2K, March: A$2K, April: A$3K. These figures are based on RevPAR (revenue per available room) multiplied by the number of days in each month.

The overall average nightly rate in Bass Coast is A$338, up 6% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average A$220/night, 2-bedroom properties average A$252/night, 3-bedroom properties average A$311/night, 4+ bedroom properties average A$479/night. Rates peak in January and are lowest in August.

Guests in Bass Coast book an average of 29 days in advance, down 17% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 28 days, 2-bedroom: 28 days, 3-bedroom: 28 days, 4+ bedroom: 32 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Bass Coast Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 6%, revenue per listing decreased 17%, occupancy fell 21%, average nightly rates increased 6%, and lead time decreased 17%. These metrics signal a shift toward shorter booking windows and lower utilization, suggesting travelers are exercising greater caution.

In Bass Coast, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Tuesday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekends show 47% higher occupancy than weekdays.