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Lake Cathie, NSW Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Lake Cathie brought in A$34,365 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 27% less than the New South Wales average of A$46,850.
The short answer
Lake Cathie Airbnb Market at a Glance
Rates and bookings both trail the New South Wales average. Listings averaged A$358 a night and were booked on 33% of available nights, against A$445 and 41% for the New South Wales average.
Timing matters: in December, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 2.8 times as much as in May, usually the slowest. With only 48 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 48 active listings, Lake Cathie is the 154th-largest of 305 New South Wales markets AirROI tracks.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Lake Cathie?
Gross bookings per Lake Cathie listing averaged A$34,365 over the 12 months to September 2026 (New South Wales average: A$46,850), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Lake Cathie listing brings in A$6,760 in December, its best month, and A$2,420 in May, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 37% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
In a typical month, a top-quarter listing earns at least 4.3 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn A$9,190+ a month, about 3.8 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn A$5,060 or more, roughly A$2,700 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about A$2,410 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn A$1,150 or less, about half of the median.
These are monthly figures for listings active in each month. The annual average above also counts listings that operated for only part of the year, so it runs below twelve times these figures.
December earns about 2.8 times what May does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average A$6,900 A$1,730
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$3,890. Each point is one month as recorded, averaged over the listings active in it. The best and slowest months in the text average each calendar month over the past two years, so they can differ from the highest and lowest points here.
Lake Cathie Airbnb Data by Month
Latest 12 months in the September 2026 data. September's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to August.
December 2025 led on revenue, nightly rate and bookings alike.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | A$3,165 | 30.3% | A$349 | A$106 | 39 days | 4.1 nights |
| Oct 2025 | A$3,548 | 33.4% | A$367 | A$114 | 33 days | 3.4 nights |
| Nov 2025 | A$4,011 | 32.0% | A$361 | A$134 | 22 days | 5.9 nights |
| Dec 2025 | A$6,905 | 47.8% | A$414 | A$223 | 102 days | 6.3 nights |
| Jan 2026 | A$6,359 | 44.6% | A$412 | A$205 | 74 days | 5 nights |
| Feb 2026 | A$2,818 | 28.6% | A$357 | A$101 | 67 days | 5 nights |
| Mar 2026 | A$4,567 | 32.4% | A$369 | A$147 | 27 days | 2.6 nights |
| Apr 2026 | A$2,891 | 24.9% | A$380 | A$96 | 31 days | 2.9 nights |
| May 2026 | A$2,130 | 23.3% | A$344 | A$69 | 24 days | 3.2 nights |
| Jun 2026 | A$3,742 | 38.6% | A$364 | A$125 | 39 days | 5.3 nights |
| Jul 2026 | A$4,325 | 35.0% | A$374 | A$140 | 34 days | 3.8 nights |
| Aug 2026 | A$3,922 | 36.0% | A$363 | A$127 | 34 days | 5.7 nights |
Averages per active listing in each month. Highlighted: the highest-revenue month of the 12. RevPAR is the month's revenue spread over its nights, booked or not. Booking lead time is the days between booking and check-in, and length of stay the nights per booking, for stays in that month.
These are market-wide figures. To see what one particular Lake Cathie home could earn, enter its address, bedrooms and guests in the Airbnb revenue calculator; it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Lake Cathie Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Lake Cathie Airbnb took in A$34,365 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about A$1,780 a month of that is left after running costs, so a home that costs less than that to own or rent makes money. A listing in the top quarter leaves about A$3,780 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the A$4,570 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about A$2,160 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about A$1,530 a month.
These amounts come before housing costs. Where the mortgage or rent is less each month, the difference is profit; a home owned outright keeps it all after property tax, home insurance and any building or condo fees.
Lake Cathie Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | A$29,795 | A$62,600 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay13% of Lake Cathie bookings | A$4,570 | A$9,610 |
| Gross bookings | A$34,365 | A$72,210 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 13%: 15.5% for the 81% of Lake Cathie listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −A$4,520 | −A$9,500 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; A$0 if you clean yourself | −A$4,570 | −A$9,610 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −A$1,720 | −A$3,610 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −A$690 | −A$1,440 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −A$1,030 | −A$2,170 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −A$340 | −A$340 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −A$170 | −A$170 |
| ManagementA$0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | A$0 | A$0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | A$0 | A$0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | A$0 | A$0 |
| Total running costsAbout 25% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −A$13,040 | −A$26,840 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | A$21,325about A$1,780 a month | A$45,370about A$3,780 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Lake Cathie Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Lake Cathie's average listing, run by its owner. Change how the listing performs, who runs it and who cleans to see what is left for the mortgage or rent.
To work out the profit on one Lake Cathie home, with its price, its mortgage or rent and your own costs, use the Airbnb profit calculator. It starts from the comparable listings around the address.
How Lake Cathie's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Lake Cathie listings are booked on 48% or more of their nights, against 29% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of A$280 adds about A$2,780 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge A$450 a night or more, against a median of A$280. That is a separate ranking from the busiest quarter, so the two marks don't multiply into one listing's takings. For the average listing, a 10% higher rate on the nights it already books adds about A$2,980 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, December brings the average listing about A$6,760, against A$2,420 in May, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Lake Cathie listings average 4.74 stars, and 50% carry Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge, which guests can filter for.
What a listing keeps comes down to the figures this page measures: nightly rate, nights booked and the months it's open. A listing at the top-quarter mark takes in about A$6,020 a month, against A$2,860 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Lake Cathie?
Lake Cathie listings were booked on 33% of the nights they were open over the past year, 8 percentage points below the New South Wales average (41%) and 10 points below the Australia average (43%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 47% in December and falls to 24% in May.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 5.3 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 70%+ of open nights, 41 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 48% or more, roughly three nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 29% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 13% or less, less than one night a week.
December is usually the busiest month in Lake Cathie, May the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 33% 48% 19%
Nightly rates
How Much Does an Airbnb Cost per Night in Lake Cathie?
The average nightly rate in Lake Cathie, known as ADR (average daily rate), was A$358 over the past year, about 20% below the New South Wales average of A$445 and about 7% below the Australia average of A$385. In a typical year, rates peak in January and December at about A$415 and bottom out in May and September at about A$340.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 3.6 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge A$750+ a night, about 2.7 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge A$450 or more, about A$170 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about A$280 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge A$205 or less, about three-quarters of the median.
January rates run 22% above September's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average A$422 A$331
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$365.
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Lake Cathie?
RevPAR, or revenue per available night, divides a listing's income by every night it was open to book, so it rises with both price and bookings. In Lake Cathie it averaged A$135 over the past year, from about A$78 in a typical May to about A$218 in a typical December.
A small group of listings earns several times more per open night than the rest.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn A$333+ per open night, about four times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn A$179 or more, about A$100 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about A$81 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn A$45 or less, about 56% of the median.
December RevPAR is about 2.8 times May's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average A$223 A$56
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$128. The 12-month RevPAR of A$135 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Lake Cathie
With only 48 active listings, the monthly pattern in Lake Cathie is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue has tended to peak in December and bottom out in May.
Average revenue by month in Lake Cathie
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average A$6,760 A$2,420
The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, A$3,890.
Revenue by month in Lake Cathie in numbers
| Month | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|
| January | A$5,990 |
| February | A$3,260 |
| March | A$4,510 |
| April | A$3,580 |
| May | A$2,420 |
| June | A$3,150 |
| July | A$3,360 |
| August | A$2,830 |
| September | A$2,900 |
| October | A$3,920 |
| November | A$4,010 |
| December | A$6,760 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Lake Cathie?
Guests book Lake Cathie stays 56 days ahead on average (about eight weeks). December stays are booked furthest out, about 86 days ahead, and March stays closest to arrival, about 27 days. A typical December booking is made in mid-September.
December stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
Monthly average 45 days 102 days 22 days
The 12-month figure of 56 days averages each listing's year as a whole; each month here averages only the listings with stays in it.
Permits
Airbnb Permits and Registration in Lake Cathie
All 48 active listings in Lake Cathie display a registration, permit or license number. The share shows what hosts display, not what local rules allow: it can't show whether new permits are still issued, or whether limits on nights, zones or property types apply.
Registration, permit, zoning and tourist-tax rules vary by address and change often, so confirm them with the local authority before buying or listing in Lake Cathie.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Lake Cathie
AirROI's area guide picks five Lake Cathie neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Lake Cathie Beach, Lake Cathie Village and Koala Beach. The picks reflect guest appeal, not earnings data or permit eligibility, so check local permit rules for a specific address before buying.
| Area | Who it suits | Landmarks nearby |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Cathie Beach | Beautiful beachside location perfect for sunbathers and water sports enthusiasts. Close proximity to stunning coastal trails and nature reserves, making it ideal for families and outdoor lovers. | Lake Cathie Beach, Blackheads Beach, Lake Cathie Nature Reserve, Fishing spots, Picnic areas, Coastal walking trails |
| Lake Cathie Village | A charming village atmosphere with local shops, cafes, and restaurants. Attracts visitors looking for a relaxed getaway with all amenities within reach. | Village shopping center, Local cafes and restaurants, Lake Cathie community events, Proximity to local markets, Playgrounds and parks, Nearby golf course |
| Koala Beach | A serene and picturesque area that offers a tranquil coastal experience. Ideal for wildlife enthusiasts and those wanting to escape the hustle and bustle of city life. | Koala Hospital, Nature walks, Quiet beaches, Barbecue areas, Local wildlife watching, Scenic viewpoints |
| Lakeside Drive | A scenic area that offers stunning views of the lake, ideal for visitors looking for a peaceful retreat surrounded by nature. | Lake views, Walking and cycling paths, Wildlife observation, Picnic spots, Proximity to the lake, Scenic photography opportunities |
| Wauchope | A charming hinterland town with a rich history and beautiful surroundings, ideal for visitors seeking a peaceful retreat away from the beach. | Timor Road, Wauchope Historical Museum, Local markets, Walking trails, Near Bago Bluff National Park, Picturesque countryside |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Lake Cathie Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Almost every Airbnb in Lake Cathie is an entire home: 98% of listings, with private rooms at 2%. Houses are the most common property type at 58%, about 2.5 times the share of apartments and condos (23%).
Nearly all listings rent the whole place
Lake Cathie Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 98%
- Private room 2%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 97.9% | 47 |
| Private room | 2.1% | 1 |
Listings by property type
Lake Cathie Airbnb listings by property type
- House 58%
- Apartment/Condo 23%
- Cabin/Outdoor 8%
- Others 6%
- Hotel/Boutique 4%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 58.3% | 28 |
| Apartment/Condo | 22.9% | 11 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 8.3% | 4 |
| Others | 6.3% | 3 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 4.2% | 2 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Lake Cathie Have?
Two-bedroom homes are the most common size in Lake Cathie (32% of entire homes), and 40% have three or more bedrooms.
Lake Cathie entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms
4%
23%
32%
19%
15%
6%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 4.3% | 2 |
| 1 bedroom | 23.4% | 11 |
| 2 bedrooms | 31.9% | 15 |
| 3 bedrooms | 19.1% | 9 |
| 4 bedrooms | 14.9% | 7 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 6.4% | 3 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Lake Cathie
A typical one-bedroom home in Lake Cathie earned A$11,500 over the past year, against A$11,000 for a two-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 11 | A$11,500 | A$15,300 | A$241 | 25% |
| 2 bedrooms | 15 | A$11,000 | A$20,800 | A$239 | 37% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Lake Cathie Sleep?
Lake Cathie is a group-trip market: 32% of listings sleep eight or more guests, about 1.5 times the share of the next most common size, four guests (21%).
Lake Cathie listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
15%
21%
13%
15%
4%
32%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 14.9% | 7 |
| 4 guests | 21.3% | 10 |
| 5 guests | 12.8% | 6 |
| 6 guests | 14.9% | 7 |
| 7 guests | 4.3% | 2 |
| 8+ guests | 31.9% | 15 |
How Lake Cathie Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Lake Cathie hosts set up an average of 4 beds per listing. About two in ten listings (21%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 12
- Beds per listing
- 4
- Show exact location
- 21%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Lake Cathie Offer?
Beach access is common in Lake Cathie: 63% of listings offer it, and 96% offer free parking on site.
Share of Lake Cathie listings with each common amenity
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Lake Cathie?
Lake Cathie draws mostly domestic guests: nine in ten of those who left reviews live in Australia. No single city dominates: Sydney is the largest source, at about 10% of reviews. Of the 11% from abroad, the largest groups come from the United States and the United Kingdom.
89% of Lake Cathie guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 89%
- International 11%
Where Lake Cathie guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Sydney | 9.9% |
| Canberra | 2.3% |
| Brisbane City | 1.6% |
Where Lake Cathie guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Australia | 89.0% |
| United States | 2.2% |
| United Kingdom | 1.9% |
| Singapore | 1.6% |
| China | 1.6% |
Languages spoken by Lake Cathie guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 65.7% |
| German | 5.2% |
| Chinese | 4.5% |
| Spanish | 4.5% |
| Hindi | 4.5% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Lake Cathie?
Lake Cathie Airbnbs average 4.74 stars, and 50% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.63, against 4.88 for check-in.
Check-in scores highest in Lake Cathie; value is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
Category scores in numbers
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.78 |
| Cleanliness | 4.70 |
| Communication | 4.82 |
| Location | 4.86 |
| Check-in | 4.88 |
| Value | 4.63 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Lake Cathie: Stays, Rules and Fees
Nearly nine in ten Lake Cathie listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 13% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 44% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Lake Cathie listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 63%
- 181-270 days 25%
- 91-180 days 13%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 62.5% | 30 |
| 181-270 days | 25.0% | 12 |
| 91-180 days | 12.5% | 6 |
Days a year Lake Cathie listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 181-270 days 13%
- 91-180 days 27%
- 31-90 days 44%
- 1-30 days 17%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 181-270 days | 12.5% | 6 |
| 91-180 days | 27.1% | 13 |
| 31-90 days | 43.8% | 21 |
| 1-30 days | 16.7% | 8 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Lake Cathie?
Bookings in Lake Cathie average 3.2 to 4.9 nights depending on the month, longest in December and shortest in March. Listings took about 16 bookings each over the year. 55% of listings that give a check-in time set it at 3 p.m., with check-out usually at 10 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Lake Cathie
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 4 nights 4.9 nights 3.2 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Lake Cathie Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
Nearly two-thirds of listings in Lake Cathie accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Lake Cathie listings
Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more
What Cancellation Policies Do Airbnb Hosts Use in Lake Cathie?
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Lake Cathie, used by 54% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: more than eight in ten listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 17% on Flexible or Moderate.
Cancellation policies of Lake Cathie listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Lake Cathie?
About eight in ten Lake Cathie listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is about A$239. Spread over the average stay of about four nights, that adds roughly A$55 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 13% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- A$239
- Average cleaning fee
- A$277
- Listings charging a fee
- 79.2%
- Share of gross revenue
- 13.3%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Lake Cathie
The top-grossing Airbnb in Lake Cathie, a three-bedroom home, took in A$163,000 over the past year, about 4.7 times the city's average of A$34,400.
Bliss on the Beach | Beachfront Ocean Views Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00 
Middle Rock Beach House - absolute beach front Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.87 - Revenue
- A$161,272
- Occupancy
- 58.1%
- Daily rate
- A$743
The Vibe Beach House - direct beach access, spa Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.83 - Revenue
- A$155,984
- Occupancy
- 56.1%
- Daily rate
- A$987
Lake Cathie Retreat Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.98 - Revenue
- A$87,245
- Occupancy
- 29.6%
- Daily rate
- A$793
Seaside Villa Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.90 - Revenue
- A$83,265
- Occupancy
- 66.6%
- Daily rate
- A$340
Pelicans Rest Lake Cathie - pool, beach, aircon Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- A$63,198
- Occupancy
- 38.0%
- Daily rate
- A$600
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Lake Cathie?
Professional management companies run 23% of Lake Cathie listings and owners run the rest. Superhosts run 52% of listings. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 81% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 52.1%
- Professional management
- 22.9%
- Cohosted listings
- 22.9%
- Instant Book enabled
- 43.8%
- Simplified Pricing
- 81.3%
Nearby markets
Lake Cathie vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Lake Cathie earns about as much per listing as Port Macquarie, the top earner of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 59 km.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bonny Hills 4 km | 51 | A$30,933 | A$334 | 37% |
| North Haven 10 km | 50 | A$23,266 | A$268 | 34% |
| Dunbogan 11 km | 31 | A$27,737 | A$336 | 33% |
| Port Macquarie 13 km | 410 | A$35,527 | A$316 | 43% |
| Port Macquarie-Hastings Council 17 km | 63 | A$30,421 | A$302 | 34% |
| Harrington 39 km | 40 | A$32,796 | A$355 | 37% |
| Crescent Head 42 km | 203 | A$32,366 | A$336 | 35% |
| Hat Head 59 km | 53 | A$27,574 | A$326 | 34% |
Other Airbnb Markets in New South Wales
- Sydney Airbnb data 10,260 listings
- Shoalhaven City Council Airbnb data 1,026 listings
- Byron Bay Airbnb data 1,002 listings
- Newcastle-Maitland Airbnb data 797 listings
- Gosford Airbnb data 789 listings
- Central Coast Council Airbnb data 774 listings
- Jindabyne Airbnb data 584 listings
- Nelson Bay Airbnb data 540 listings
See all 305 New South Wales Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Lake Cathie
Markets elsewhere in Australia with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Lake Cathie:
- Lakes Entrance Airbnb data VIC · A$335/night · 33.8%
- Shire of South Gippsland Airbnb data VIC · A$332/night · 32.7%
- Metung Airbnb data VIC · A$352/night · 31.0%
- Port Elliot Airbnb data SA · A$347/night · 35.5%
- Sandy Point Airbnb data VIC · A$377/night · 31.3%
- Normanville Airbnb data SA · A$351/night · 30.3%
FAQ
Lake Cathie Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Lake Cathie?
An active Lake Cathie Airbnb grossed A$34,365 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 48 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in A$5,060 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Lake Cathie?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Lake Cathie listings earn between A$1,150 and A$5,060 in a typical month, and the top tenth A$9,190 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb income calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
What is the average Airbnb occupancy rate in Lake Cathie?
Listings in Lake Cathie were booked on 33% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 41% for the New South Wales average. December is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Lake Cathie?
The average booked night in Lake Cathie cost A$358 before fees. Half of listings charge between A$205 and A$450, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Lake Cathie?
All active Lake Cathie listings display a registration, permit or license number. The share shows what hosts display, not what the rules allow, so confirm registration, permit and tourist-tax rules with the local authority before buying.
Is Airbnb profitable in Lake Cathie?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Lake Cathie Airbnb grossed A$34,365 in the 12 months to September 2026, 27% below the New South Wales average of A$46,850. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, A$21,325 a year (about A$1,780 a month) is left before the mortgage or rent. A home that costs less than that to own or rent makes a profit, and a listing at the top-quarter mark leaves about A$3,780 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Lake Cathie?
December usually pays best, averaging A$6,760 per active listing over the past two years, and May usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Lake Cathie?
Each night a Lake Cathie listing was open to book earned A$135 on average over the past year, booked or not. That figure, revenue per available night (RevPAR), folds price and occupancy into one number; the top 10% of listings made A$333 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Lake Cathie?
Lake Cathie stays were booked 56 days (about eight weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so most of a month is booked well before it starts.
How long do guests stay at Airbnbs in Lake Cathie?
The average Lake Cathie Airbnb stay lasts about four nights. A listing took 16 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Lake Cathie rated?
Guests rate Lake Cathie Airbnbs 4.74 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Lake Cathie?
Lake Cathie Beach, Lake Cathie Village and Koala Beach draw the most short-term rental interest in Lake Cathie. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Lake Cathie?
AirROI counted 48 active Airbnb listings in Lake Cathie as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Bonny Hills, 4 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Lake Cathie?
In Lake Cathie, about eight in ten listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about A$239.
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About This Data
Figures on this page cover 48 active Airbnb listings in Lake Cathie from October 2025 to September 2026 (trailing twelve months). AirROI refreshes them monthly from listing-level booking and calendar data covering 20+ million properties worldwide. AirROI measures bookings in US dollars; this page shows them in Australian dollars at A$1.44 per US$, the typical rate from October 2025 to September 2026. Annual revenue averages every listing active during the period, including those listed for only part of it; monthly figures average the listings active in each month; the tier lists show the spread. Neighborhood descriptions are AI-assisted. See the methodology for definitions.
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