Carnac

As of June 2026, Carnac, Quiberon, Vannes have 2,282 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 13% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Carnac generates €13K per year. High-performing properties earn €24K/year, while low-performing properties earn €7K/year. Despite supply contracting 13% year-over-year, revenue fell 33%, signaling demand has weakened faster than the market is adjusting. The wide performance gap suggests competitive differentiation remains viable, though overall market conditions are challenging.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Carnac. Average annual revenue is €13K with 36% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €24K/year. Despite year-over-year supply contraction, overall revenue declined sharply, suggesting demand weakened faster than competition eased. The near-doubling gap between average and high performers indicates significant performance variance, pointing to a market where differentiation matters considerably.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Carnac is 36%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €130, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €21 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Carnac, with annual revenue of €19K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Carnac market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Carnac area. Carnac: Moderate. Registration with town hall required, tourist tax collection mandatory. Standard French STR rules apply. Moderate enforcement in tourist areas. Quiberon: Moderate. Declaration to mairie required, 120-day limit for secondary residences, tourist tax mandatory. Seasonal enforcement focused on peak periods. Vannes: Moderate. Registration required, change of use permit needed for primary residence conversions, tourist tax collection. Moderate enforcement with occasional inspections. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Carnac Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 13% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 33%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The significant gap between average revenue ($13,150) and top performers ($24,238) suggests differentiated property performance, while 36% occupancy reflects competitive market saturation despite reduced supply.

Launch around January, 2-3 months before peak summer season (April peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 65% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (March-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Carnac listings include: Kitchen (88%), Tv (87%), Washing Machine (78%), Heating (65%), Balcony (40%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Washing Machine, Bbq, Internet, with Washing Machine properties earning approximately 53% more (€28K/year vs €18K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Carnac over the last 12 months: May: €804, June: €655, July: €1K, August: €882, September: €692, October: €634, November: €429, December: €643, January: €244, February: €252, March: €344, April: €1K. 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 Carnac is €130, up 13% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €93/night, 2-bedroom properties average €113/night, 3-bedroom properties average €157/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €263/night. Rates peak in December and are lowest in June.

Guests in Carnac book an average of 34 days in advance, down 27% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 33 days, 2-bedroom: 33 days, 3-bedroom: 37 days, 4+ bedroom: 40 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Carnac Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 13%, revenue per listing decreased 33%, occupancy fell 12%, average nightly rates increased 13%, and lead time decreased 27%. Despite rate increases, the sharp revenue decline and shortened booking windows suggest weakening demand outpacing supply reductions, while the wide gap between average ($13,150) and high-performing listings ($24,238) indicates significant performance stratification in a contracting market.

In Carnac, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekends show 7% higher occupancy than weekdays.