Cholet

As of June 2026, Cholet, Angers have 699 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 1% increase from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Cholet generates €12K per year. High-performing properties earn €26K/year, while low-performing properties earn €5K/year. With supply virtually flat and revenue declining double-digits annually despite stable inventory, the market faces demand contraction rather than oversupply. The 5x performance gap between high and low earners suggests winners and losers are increasingly diverging in a shrinking revenue pool.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Cholet. Average annual revenue is €12K with 33% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €26K/year. Despite flat supply and revenue decline year-over-year, the substantial gap between average and high-performing properties suggests market differentiation remains possible, indicating selective demand rather than saturated conditions.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Cholet is 33%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €105, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €22 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Cholet, with annual revenue of €33K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Cholet market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Cholet area. Cholet: Lenient. Registration required with town hall, tourist tax collection. Minimal enforcement, hosts operate freely. Angers: Moderate. Declaration to town hall mandatory, tourist tax required, 120-day annual cap for non-primary residences. Moderate enforcement with occasional checks. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Cholet Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has grown 1% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 13%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The wide gap between average revenue ($12,115) and high-performing properties ($25,875) suggests significant performance variation, while the 33% occupancy rate reflects moderate utilization across the market.

Launch around January, 2-3 months before peak summer season (April peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 15% 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 Cholet listings include: Kitchen (94%), Heating (89%), Tv (89%), Washing Machine (60%), Parking (57%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pool, Hot Tub, Bbq, with Pool properties earning approximately 148% more (€43K/year vs €17K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Cholet over the last 12 months: May: €784, June: €736, July: €891, August: €1K, September: €649, October: €693, November: €485, December: €576, January: €376, February: €374, March: €431, 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 Cholet is €105, up 26% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €72/night, 2-bedroom properties average €95/night, 3-bedroom properties average €131/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €330/night. Rates peak in April and are lowest in June.

Guests in Cholet book an average of 31 days in advance, down 20% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 29 days, 2-bedroom: 33 days, 3-bedroom: 35 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 Cholet Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply grew 1%, revenue per listing decreased 13%, occupancy fell 15%, average nightly rates increased 26%, and lead time decreased 20%. The significant gap between average revenue ($12,115) and high-performing listings ($25,875) suggests substantial performance variance, while rising rates amid falling occupancy indicate hosts are competing for fewer bookings in a softening market.

In Cholet, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 29% higher occupancy than weekdays.