Château-d'oex

As of June 2026, Château-d'Oex, Gstaad, Gruyères have 232 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 8% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Château-d'Oex generates CHF28K per year. High-performing properties earn CHF58K/year, while low-performing properties earn CHF16K/year. The wide revenue variance highlights a performance divide where top-tier listings capture significant market share despite an overall contraction in total supply and revenue.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Château-d'Oex. Average annual revenue is CHF28K with 37% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to CHF58K/year. A 37% occupancy rate suggests that market demand is concentrated, as top earners achieve more than double the average revenue within a tightening supply environment.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Château-d'Oex is 37%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of CHF272, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of CHF47 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Château-d'Oex, with annual revenue of CHF41K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Château-d'Oex market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Château-d'Oex area. Château-d'Oex: Moderate. Tourist accommodation permit required, subject to cantonal Vaud rules and municipal approval. Moderate enforcement through complaint-based system. Gstaad: Moderate. Bernese Oberland regulations apply, permits needed, Lex Koller restricts foreign ownership affecting rentals. Enforcement moderate, tourism-friendly but monitored. Gruyères: Moderate. Fribourg cantonal rules require registration, municipal tourism office oversight. Light-to-moderate enforcement, small town with tourism focus. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Château-d'Oex Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 8% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 10%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The synchronized drop in both metrics points to a market adjustment where revenue compression is keeping pace with the exit of listings.

Launch around November, 2-3 months before peak winter season (February peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 45% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (April-June) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Château-d'Oex listings include: Kitchen (98%), Heating (90%), Tv (82%), Washing Machine (77%), Balcony (72%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Hot Tub, Pool, Washing Machine, with Hot Tub properties earning approximately 180% more (CHF145K/year vs CHF52K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Château-d'Oex over the last 12 months: May: CHF886, June: CHF828, July: CHF1K, August: CHF1K, September: CHF908, October: CHF1K, November: CHF946, December: CHF3K, January: CHF2K, February: CHF3K, March: CHF2K, April: CHF858. 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 Château-d'Oex is CHF272, up 20% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average CHF154/night, 2-bedroom properties average CHF192/night, 3-bedroom properties average CHF282/night, 4+ bedroom properties average CHF506/night. Rates peak in February and are lowest in June.

Guests in Château-d'Oex book an average of 39 days in advance, down 10% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 32 days, 2-bedroom: 39 days, 3-bedroom: 45 days, 4+ bedroom: 43 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Château-d'Oex Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 8%, revenue per listing decreased 10%, occupancy fell 8%, average nightly rates increased 20%, and lead time decreased 10%. Higher nightly rates alongside lower occupancy suggest that increased pricing power may be contributing to reduced booking velocity.

In Château-d'Oex, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Sunday. Weekends show 15% higher occupancy than weekdays.