Cassowary Coast
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Overview
Annual Rev
A$53.2k
12 mo avg
↓12%
from prior 12 mo
Occupancy rate
🔒 4•%
12 mo avg
••.•%
from prior 12 mo
Avg daily rate
🔒 A$3••
12 mo avg
••.•%
from prior 12 mo
Lead time
34 days
12 mo avg
↓8 days
from prior 12 mo
Revpar
A$93
12 mo avg
↓37%
from prior 12 mo
Methodology note: Figures reflect Cassowary Coast market data as of May 2026. Data covers Airbnb, VRBO, and Booking.com listings. Values are seasonally influenced; rounding applied for readability.
Revenue per listing by bedroom
Bedroom count:
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Short-term rental supply growth
Performance metrics by bedroom
Bedrooms
Annual Rev
Supply
Revenue boost by amenity
| Amenity | Listings With | Revenue Boost | Revenue With | Revenue Without |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hot Tub | 6 (4%) | +$83,345 (+151%) | $138,548 | $55,203 |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
| 🔒 Amenity | 🔒 5• (••%) | 🔒 +$5••• (+••%) | 🔒 $7•••• | 🔒 $7•••• |
Nightly rate by day of week
Occupancy rate by day of week
Listings by channel
Listings by rental type
Listings by amenities
Listings by size
4+ bedrooms (0%)
Listings by availability
Length of stay by bedroom
3 bedrooms (4.6 nights)
2 bedrooms (4.6 nights)
4+ bedrooms (4.0 nights)
1 bedroom (3.6 nights)
Studio (2.3 nights)
Cleaning fee by bedroom
4+ bedrooms (A$110)
3 bedrooms (A$104)
2 bedrooms (A$65)
1 bedroom (A$44)
Studio (A$27)
Professional host share
Professionally managed (60%)
Independent hosts (40%)
As of May 2026, Mission Beach, Tully Heads, Cardwell have 220 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 10% decrease from the previous year.
The average Airbnb or VRBO in Cassowary Coast generates A$41K per year. High-performing properties earn A$74K/year, while low-performing properties earn A$19K/year. The substantial variance between top and bottom performers suggests that market revenue is heavily concentrated among a subset of listings, indicating that average figures may not accurately represent the potential for optimized assets.
Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Cassowary Coast. Average annual revenue is A$41K with 36% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to A$74K/year. With supply contracting by nearly 10% annually, the remaining inventory faces less competition, though the 36% occupancy rate highlights a market heavily reliant on seasonal demand fluctuations.
The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Cassowary Coast is 36%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of A$328, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of A$78 per day.
4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Cassowary Coast, with annual revenue of A$60K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Cassowary Coast market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.
Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Cassowary Coast area. Mission Beach: Lenient. Part of Cassowary Coast Regional Council; no specific STR permits required, general tourism accommodation rules apply. Minimal enforcement, hosts operate freely. Tully Heads: Lenient. Under Cassowary Coast Regional Council; no dedicated STR registration, standard planning/zoning applies. Light enforcement, market-driven operations. Cardwell: Lenient. Cassowary Coast Regional Council jurisdiction; no STR-specific licensing, basic compliance expected. Minimal enforcement, hosts self-regulate. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.
The Cassowary Coast Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 10% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 15%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The simultaneous drop in supply and revenue suggests that market contraction is driven by waning demand rather than a shortage of available inventory.
Launch around July, 2-3 months before peak fall season (October peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -88% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (May-February) when gaining traction is harder.
The most common amenities in Cassowary Coast listings include: Air Conditioning (96%), Tv (91%), Kitchen (90%), Washing Machine (85%), Balcony (74%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pool, Washing Machine, Gym, with Pool properties earning approximately 48% more (A$65K/year vs A$44K/year).
Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Cassowary Coast over the last 12 months: May: A$2K, June: A$2K, July: A$3K, August: A$3K, September: A$3K, October: A$3K, November: A$2K, December: A$2K, January: A$2K, February: A$1K, March: A$1K, 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 Cassowary Coast is A$328, up 6% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average A$202/night, 2-bedroom properties average A$235/night, 3-bedroom properties average A$413/night, 4+ bedroom properties average A$612/night. Rates peak in April and are lowest in May.
Guests in Cassowary Coast book an average of 32 days in advance, down 26% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 32 days, 2-bedroom: 29 days, 3-bedroom: 33 days, 4+ bedroom: 42 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.
Over the past year, the Cassowary Coast Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 10%, revenue per listing decreased 15%, occupancy fell 7%, average nightly rates increased 6%, and lead time decreased 26%. The combination of rising rates and shorter lead times suggests that operators are struggling to secure bookings in advance, reflecting a shift toward more last-minute travel behavior.
In Cassowary Coast, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Tuesday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 24% higher occupancy than weekdays.