Ameland

As of June 2026, Ameland, Leeuwarden, Groningen have 543 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 9% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Ameland generates €24K per year. High-performing properties earn €45K/year, while low-performing properties earn €11K/year. With supply declining year-over-year while total revenue remains flat, the market is contracting rather than expanding—suggesting that the near-doubling gap between high and low performers reflects intensifying competition for a shrinking guest base at 42% occupancy.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Ameland. Average annual revenue is €24K with 42% occupancy. High-performing properties earn up to €45K/year. The year-over-year supply decline alongside flat revenue suggests tightening availability, though moderate occupancy rates indicate room exists between average and top-tier performers—a gap likely reflecting property differentiation rather than overall market saturation.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Ameland is 42%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of €169, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of €44 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Ameland, with annual revenue of €37K. These properties balance operating costs and rental demand most effectively in the Ameland market. Property performance varies significantly by location, amenities, and management quality.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Ameland area. Ameland: Moderate. Registration required, tourism tax collection mandatory. Zoning restrictions in some areas. Enforcement present but not aggressive. Leeuwarden: Moderate. Registration and permits needed, tourism tax required. Some neighborhood restrictions. Enforcement exists but selective. Groningen: Moderate. Registration mandatory, tourism tax collection, owner-occupancy encouraged. 60-day cap for non-primary residences. Growing enforcement activity. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Ameland Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 9% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 9%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics. The significant gap between average revenue ($23,753) and top performers ($45,431) suggests differentiated market positioning, where property-specific factors are driving performance variance rather than broader market constraints.

Launch around January, 2-3 months before peak spring season (April peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 56% 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 Ameland listings include: Tv (81%), Kitchen (80%), Heating (63%), Washing Machine (61%), Private Yard (48%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Bbq, Tv, Heating, with Bbq properties earning approximately 328% more (€249K/year vs €58K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Ameland over the last 12 months: May: €1K, June: €1K, July: €1K, August: €1K, September: €1K, October: €2K, November: €950, December: €1K, January: €738, February: €1K, March: €2K, April: €3K. 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 Ameland is €169, up 13% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average €119/night, 2-bedroom properties average €153/night, 3-bedroom properties average €213/night, 4+ bedroom properties average €358/night. Rates peak in April and are lowest in June.

Guests in Ameland book an average of 47 days in advance, down 15% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 45 days, 2-bedroom: 48 days, 3-bedroom: 48 days, 4+ bedroom: 54 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Ameland Airbnb and VRBO market has seen the following changes: supply declined 9%, revenue per listing decreased 9%, occupancy fell 4%, average nightly rates increased 13%, and lead time decreased 15%. Despite rate increases, the market is contracting—declining supply paired with falling occupancy and shortened booking windows suggests weakening demand relative to available inventory. The substantial revenue gap between high-performing ($45,431) and average listings ($23,753) indicates uneven market conditions favoring differentiated properties.

In Ameland, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Monday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekends show 21% higher occupancy than weekdays.