Sidmouth

As of May 2026, Sidmouth, Exeter, Exmouth have 1,495 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 11% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Sidmouth generates £24K per year. High-performing properties earn £63K/year, while low-performing properties earn £11K/year. The substantial revenue spread suggests that guest demand is highly concentrated in specific segments rather than distributed evenly across the inventory.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Sidmouth. Average annual revenue is £24K with 36% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to £63K/year. This performance gap indicates that top-tier listings are capturing a disproportionate share of total market revenue despite a recent contraction in overall earnings.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Sidmouth is 36%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of £175, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of £45 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Sidmouth, with annual revenue of £48K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Sidmouth market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Sidmouth area. Sidmouth: Moderate. Planning permission required for entire home lets over 90 days/year. Some enforcement through complaints. Many hosts operate without permission. Exeter: Moderate. Planning permission needed for short-term lets. Article 4 direction removes permitted development rights in some areas. Complaint-driven enforcement, inconsistent. Exmouth: Lenient. Minimal specific regulations beyond standard planning rules. Light enforcement. Hosts generally operate freely with basic compliance. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Sidmouth Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 11% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 39%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The simultaneous drop in supply and revenue suggests a broader market correction where lower-earning listings are exiting the platform.

Launch around April, 2-3 months before peak summer season (July peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -4% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (February-January) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Sidmouth listings include: Tv (78%), Washing Machine (72%), Kitchen (69%), Heating (60%), Pets Allowed (47%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Heating, Internet, Gym, with Heating properties earning approximately 24% more (£43K/year vs £34K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Sidmouth over the last 12 months: May: £2K, June: £2K, July: £2K, August: £2K, September: £1K, October: £1K, November: £787, December: £1K, January: £641, February: £816, March: £1K, April: £2K. 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 Sidmouth is £175, down 18% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average £117/night, 2-bedroom properties average £149/night, 3-bedroom properties average £196/night, 4+ bedroom properties average £518/night. Rates peak in July and are lowest in February.

Guests in Sidmouth book an average of 41 days in advance, down 20% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 38 days, 2-bedroom: 40 days, 3-bedroom: 44 days, 4+ bedroom: 51 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Sidmouth Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 11%, revenue per listing decreased 39%, occupancy fell 6%, average nightly rates decreased 18%, and lead time decreased 20%. These metrics point toward a rapid shift in consumer behavior, resulting in diminished pricing power for hosts.

In Sidmouth, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Monday. Weekends show 19% higher occupancy than weekdays.