Axminster

As of June 2026, Axminster, Lyme Regis, Sidmouth have 626 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 10% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Axminster generates £22K per year. High-performing properties earn £73K/year, while low-performing properties earn £11K/year. The stark disparity between top and bottom earners suggests that market revenue is highly concentrated, reflecting a divergence in asset appeal despite a contraction in total available supply.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Axminster. Average annual revenue is £22K with 35% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to £73K/year. This wide range indicates that while the broader market faces downward revenue pressure, specific listings are successfully capturing significant demand, separating themselves from the underperforming majority.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Axminster is 35%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of £169, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of £40 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Axminster, with annual revenue of £43K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Axminster market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Axminster area. Axminster: Lenient. Part of East Devon; no specific STR licensing or permits required. Planning permission needed only if substantial property changes. Minimal enforcement, hosts operate freely. Lyme Regis: Lenient. Under West Dorset; no STR registration system. Planning use class rules apply but rarely enforced. Tourist town with established STR market, light oversight. Sidmouth: Lenient. East Devon District; no licensing requirements. Planning permission for change of use theoretically needed but enforcement minimal. Active STR market operates largely unregulated. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Axminster Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 10% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 36%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The simultaneous drop in supply and revenue suggests a market correction where reduced inventory is struggling to maintain historical pricing power.

Launch around May, 2-3 months before peak summer season (August peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -6% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (November-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Axminster listings include: Tv (78%), Kitchen (73%), Washing Machine (65%), Heating (60%), Pets Allowed (58%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Heating, Hot Tub, Tv, with Heating properties earning approximately 119% more (£75K/year vs £34K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Axminster over the last 12 months: May: £2K, June: £1K, July: £2K, August: £2K, September: £1K, October: £1K, November: £746, December: £1K, January: £517, February: £689, March: £854, 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 Axminster is £169, down 7% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average £114/night, 2-bedroom properties average £138/night, 3-bedroom properties average £230/night, 4+ bedroom properties average £527/night. Rates peak in July and are lowest in March.

Guests in Axminster book an average of 37 days in advance, down 23% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 34 days, 2-bedroom: 37 days, 3-bedroom: 38 days, 4+ bedroom: 46 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Axminster Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 10%, revenue per listing decreased 36%, occupancy fell 13%, average nightly rates decreased 7%, and lead time decreased 23%. These metrics reflect a softening environment where shorter booking windows and lower utilization are pressuring overall profitability.

In Axminster, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Monday. Weekends show 25% higher occupancy than weekdays.