Fayence

As of May 2026, Fayence, Grasse, Cannes have 2,111 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 15% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Fayence generates €13K per year. High-performing properties earn €38K/year, while low-performing properties earn €7K/year. This significant performance spread suggests that revenue in this market is heavily polarized, with top-tier assets capturing a disproportionate share of total demand despite a contraction in overall supply.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Fayence. Average annual revenue is €13K with 30% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €38K/year. The gap between the average and the high-end suggests that market profitability is driven by a small segment of listings, as the broader decline in revenue indicates a challenging environment for average assets.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Fayence is 30%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €175, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €20 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Fayence, with annual revenue of €24K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Fayence market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Fayence area. Fayence: Lenient. Registration with tax authorities required, tourist tax collection. Minimal enforcement, hosts commonly operate informally. Grasse: Moderate. Declaration to town hall mandatory, tourist tax collection, commercial registration for frequent rentals. Moderate enforcement with occasional checks. Cannes: Strict. Primary residence requirement, 120-day annual cap, prior declaration mandatory, registration number required in ads. Active enforcement with fines and monitoring of platforms. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Fayence Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 15% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 41%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The simultaneous drop in both supply and revenue suggests a contraction in market activity where lower-performing inventory is likely exiting while remaining listings struggle to maintain historical income levels.

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

The most common amenities in Fayence listings include: Kitchen (95%), Washing Machine (80%), Tv (79%), Heating (71%), Pool (64%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Pool, Washing Machine, Bbq, with Pool properties earning approximately 124% more (€44K/year vs €20K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Fayence over the last 12 months: May: €694, June: €742, July: €1K, August: €1K, September: €677, October: €484, November: €385, December: €565, January: €234, February: €201, March: €313, April: €638. 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 Fayence is €175, up 19% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €96/night, 2-bedroom properties average €132/night, 3-bedroom properties average €220/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €418/night. Rates peak in July and are lowest in February.

Guests in Fayence book an average of 31 days in advance, down 33% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 28 days, 2-bedroom: 31 days, 3-bedroom: 33 days, 4+ bedroom: 39 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Fayence Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 15%, revenue per listing decreased 41%, occupancy fell 8%, average nightly rates increased 19%, and lead time decreased 33%. These shifts signal a transition toward shorter-notice bookings and higher price sensitivity, reflecting a market that is struggling to balance pricing power with dwindling guest volume.

In Fayence, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Thursday. Weekends show 6% higher occupancy than weekdays.