Port Welshpool

As of June 2026, Wilsons Promontory, Phillip Island, Inverloch have 585 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 1% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Port Welshpool generates A$41K per year. High-performing properties earn A$77K/year, while low-performing properties earn A$19K/year. This significant performance spread suggests that revenue is heavily concentrated among top-tier assets, as the market struggles with an 11.5% year-over-year revenue decline despite stable supply levels.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Port Welshpool. Average annual revenue is A$41K with 36% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to A$77K/year. The delta between average and high-earning units highlights that market saturation is less of a barrier than the ability to capture a larger share of the limited 36% occupancy window.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Port Welshpool is 36%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of A$297, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of A$80 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Port Welshpool, with annual revenue of A$59K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Port Welshpool market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Port Welshpool area. Wilsons Promontory: Moderate. South Gippsland Shire requires planning permits for short-term rentals under 28 days. Some enforcement through complaints. Many operate without permits in practice. Phillip Island: Moderate. Bass Coast Shire requires permits, occupancy limits apply. Enforcement via neighbor complaints and inspections, but many unlicensed properties operate. Inverloch: Moderate. South Gippsland Shire permit required, 28-day minimum in some zones. Complaint-driven enforcement, inconsistent compliance by hosts. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Port Welshpool Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 1% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 12%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The synchronized contraction in revenue and supply points to a market adjustment phase where equilibrium is being maintained through reduced activity rather than increased competition.

Launch around October, 2-3 months before peak winter season (January peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 49% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (June-May) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Port Welshpool listings include: Kitchen (97%), Tv (88%), Air Conditioning (85%), Heating (80%), Washing Machine (70%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Bbq, Tv, Parking, with Bbq properties earning approximately 22% more (A$64K/year vs A$53K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Port Welshpool over the last 12 months: May: A$2K, June: A$2K, July: A$2K, August: A$2K, September: A$2K, October: A$2K, November: A$2K, December: A$3K, January: A$4K, February: A$2K, March: A$3K, 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 Port Welshpool is A$297, up 13% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average A$239/night, 2-bedroom properties average A$265/night, 3-bedroom properties average A$308/night, 4+ bedroom properties average A$459/night. Rates peak in January and are lowest in May.

Guests in Port Welshpool book an average of 30 days in advance, down 17% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 28 days, 2-bedroom: 30 days, 3-bedroom: 28 days, 4+ bedroom: 33 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Port Welshpool Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 1%, revenue per listing decreased 12%, occupancy fell 22%, average nightly rates increased 13%, and lead time decreased 17%. These metrics signal a shift toward shorter-term booking patterns and higher price sensitivity, indicating a more reactive, opportunistic market environment.

In Port Welshpool, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 33% higher occupancy than weekdays.