Stowe

As of May 2026, Stowe, Burlington, Montpelier have 3,744 active Airbnb and VRBO listings. This represents a 8% decrease from the previous year.

The average Airbnb or VRBO in Stowe generates $49K per year. High-performing properties earn $116K/year, while low-performing properties earn $23K/year. This significant revenue spread suggests that market performance is highly polarized, with top-tier assets capturing substantially more value than the broader average in a contracting revenue environment.

Average home prices in Stowe vary by property size: 1-bedroom properties cost approximately $312K, 2-bedroom homes average $351K, 3-bedroom properties are around $457K, and 4+ bedroom homes average $594K. These prices reflect median home values across the Stowe, Burlington, Montpelier area.

Airbnb and VRBO can be profitable in Stowe, with an average gross yield of 13% across all properties. High-performing properties achieve yields up to 31%, which is considered top for short-term rental investment. Such a wide yield gap indicates that investor returns are heavily dependent on asset-specific performance rather than general market baseline metrics.

The average occupancy rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Stowe is 34%. This occupancy level, combined with an average nightly rate of $367, results in a RevPAR (revenue per available room) of $94 per day.

4+ bedroom properties demonstrate the strongest performance in Stowe, with an average gross yield of 12% and annual revenue of $77K. These properties balance purchase price ($594K), operating costs, and rental demand most effectively in the Stowe market.

Short-term rental regulations vary by jurisdiction in the Stowe area. Stowe: Strict. Registration required, owner-occupancy mandate, 120-day rental cap for non-owner-occupied. Active enforcement with fines and violations tracked. Burlington: Strict. Annual permit required, owner-occupancy mandatory, density limits by zone, 2-person-per-bedroom cap. Active enforcement with inspections and penalties. Montpelier: Moderate. Registration required, zoning compliance needed, some neighborhood restrictions. Moderate enforcement, smaller staff limits oversight. Always verify current regulations with local authorities and obtain necessary permits before operating a short-term rental.

The Stowe Airbnb and VRBO market is currently showing balanced conditions. Supply has declined 8% year-over-year, while RevPAR has decreased 18%. This indicates balanced supply-demand dynamics, suggesting that the recent contraction in revenue is being met with a corresponding reduction in available inventory, preventing further saturation.

Launch around November, 2-3 months before peak winter season (February peaks). This pre-peak timing lets you build reviews when competition is 46% lower than peak months. Avoid launching during peak season when established listings dominate, or slow months (November-May) when gaining traction is harder.

The most common amenities in Stowe listings include: Kitchen (94%), Tv (79%), Air Conditioning (76%), Heating (69%), Washing Machine (67%). Amenities that boost revenue the most include Hot Tub, Washing Machine, Sauna, with Hot Tub properties earning approximately 56% more ($88K/year vs $56K/year).

Monthly estimated revenue per listing in Stowe over the last 12 months: May: $1K, June: $2K, July: $3K, August: $3K, September: $2K, October: $3K, November: $2K, December: $4K, January: $4K, February: $5K, March: $4K, 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 Stowe is $367, up 19% year-over-year. By property size: 1-bedroom properties average $218/night, 2-bedroom properties average $307/night, 3-bedroom properties average $427/night, 4+ bedroom properties average $697/night. Rates peak in February and are lowest in May.

Guests in Stowe book an average of 38 days in advance, down 18% from last year. By property size: 1-bedroom: 33 days, 2-bedroom: 36 days, 3-bedroom: 41 days, 4+ bedroom: 48 days. Larger properties tend to have longer booking windows as guests plan group trips further ahead.

Over the past year, the Stowe Airbnb and VRBO market has seen: supply declined 8%, revenue per listing decreased 18%, occupancy fell 15%, nightly rates increased 19%, and lead time decreased 18%. These shifts reflect a move toward shorter, higher-priced bookings, signaling a change in traveler behavior despite the contraction in overall occupancy.

In Stowe, Saturday sees the highest booking demand while Tuesday has the lowest. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Monday. Weekends show 50% higher occupancy than weekdays.