Sligo County

As of June 2026, Sligo, Bundoran, Enniscrone have 1,281 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 11% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Sligo County generates €20K per year. High-performing properties earn €43K/year, while low-performing properties earn €9K/year. The substantial revenue spread suggests a market where top-tier assets capture a disproportionate share of demand, while the 11% supply contraction indicates a consolidation phase rather than a growth period.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Sligo County. Average annual revenue is €20K with 34% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €43K/year. An occupancy rate of 34% alongside shrinking supply highlights a cautious market environment where income potential is highly dependent on achieving elite performance status.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Sligo County is 34%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €179, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €35 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Sligo County, with annual revenue of €29K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Sligo County market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Sligo County area. Sligo: Lenient. Planning permission required for material change of use, but enforcement minimal. Most hosts operate without formal approval. Light oversight. Bundoran: Lenient. Planning permission theoretically needed for short-term rentals. Limited enforcement in practice. Many operate informally given tourism focus. Enniscrone: Lenient. Falls under Mayo County Council planning rules. Minimal enforcement of short-term rental regulations. Tourism-dependent area with informal operations common. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Sligo County Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 11% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 11%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The parallel decline in both metrics suggests an equilibrium where market contraction is being met with a proportionate softening in revenue generation.

Launch around May, 2-3 months before peak summer season (August peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is -32% 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 Sligo County listings include: Kitchen (97%), Heating (88%), Tv (86%), Washing Machine (78%), Private Yard (63%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Bbq, Lake Access, Hot Tub, with Bbq properties earning approximately 34% more (€44K/year vs €33K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Sligo County over the last 12 months: May: €1K, June: €1K, July: €2K, August: €2K, September: €1K, October: €1K, November: €765, December: €938, January: €566, February: €682, March: €985, 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 Sligo County is €179, up 29% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €118/night, 2-bedroom properties average €153/night, 3-bedroom properties average €188/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €308/night. Rates peak in February and are lowest in May.

Guests in Sligo County book an average of 39 days in advance, down 25% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 37 days, 2-bedroom: 39 days, 3-bedroom: 39 days, 4+ bedroom: 42 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Sligo County Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 11%, revenue per listing decreased 11%, occupancy fell 9%, average nightly rates increased 29%, and lead time decreased 25%. This shift toward higher pricing amid lower occupancy and shorter booking windows reflects a tightening market with reduced traveler flexibility.

In Sligo County, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Saturday and are lowest on Wednesday. Weekends show 31% higher occupancy than weekdays.