Spionkop Eco Cabin Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.96 - Revenue
- R 527,721
- Occupancy
- 70.9%
- Daily rate
- R 2,036
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
The average Airbnb in Kopanong Local Municipality brought in R 60,351 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 42% less than the Free State average of R 103,961.
The short answer
Rates and bookings both trail the Free State average. Listings averaged R 1,008 a night and were booked on 22% of available nights, against R 1,455 and 25% for the Free State average.
Timing matters: in December, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 3.2 times as much as in November, usually the slowest.
With 71 active listings, Kopanong Local Municipality is the fifth-largest of 12 Free State markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 3%.
Browse the live Kopanong Local Municipality Airbnb market See Every Kopanong Local Municipality ListingRevenue
Gross bookings per Kopanong Local Municipality listing averaged R 60,351 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Free State average: R 103,961), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Kopanong Local Municipality listing brings in R 15,900 in December, its best month, and R 4,960 in November, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 36% 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 4.5 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
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 3.2 times what November does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 7,680. 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.
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 and bookings; nightly rates peaked in August 2026.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | R 6,369 | 21.1% | R 985 | R 212 | 60 days | 2.4 nights |
| Oct 2025 | R 7,330 | 22.8% | R 984 | R 236 | 69 days | 2.1 nights |
| Nov 2025 | R 4,118 | 14.5% | R 988 | R 137 | 52 days | 1.7 nights |
| Dec 2025 | R 15,554 | 49.3% | R 1,036 | R 502 | 62 days | 1.5 nights |
| Jan 2026 | R 7,626 | 23.8% | R 997 | R 246 | 66 days | 1.4 nights |
| Feb 2026 | R 5,580 | 18.6% | R 962 | R 199 | 25 days | 1.7 nights |
| Mar 2026 | R 7,527 | 22.9% | R 991 | R 243 | 30 days | 1.7 nights |
| Apr 2026 | R 7,915 | 23.4% | R 994 | R 264 | 68 days | 2.6 nights |
| May 2026 | R 7,388 | 18.6% | R 1,103 | R 238 | 26 days | 3.2 nights |
| Jun 2026 | R 9,035 | 22.8% | R 1,140 | R 301 | 44 days | 2.2 nights |
| Jul 2026 | R 9,192 | 23.5% | R 1,156 | R 297 | 36 days | 3 nights |
| Aug 2026 | R 8,948 | 17.6% | R 1,161 | R 289 | 45 days | 1.4 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.
Location, size and how a home is run move its income far more than a city average shows. For a range on one Kopanong Local Municipality address, run it through the Airbnb revenue calculator.
Profit
Yes, when it's run well. The average Kopanong Local Municipality Airbnb took in R 60,351 in the 12 months to September 2026, an average that counts every active listing, including those open only part of the year. A listing in the top quarter took in about R 131,330, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about R 8,410 a month of that is left after running costs, so a home that costs less than that to own or rent makes money.
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.
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | R 59,601 | R 129,710 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay1% of Kopanong Local Municipality bookings | R 750 | R 1,620 |
| Gross bookings | R 60,351 | R 131,330 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 11%: 15.5% for the 66% of Kopanong Local Municipality listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −R 6,800 | −R 14,810 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; R 0 if you clean yourself | −R 750 | −R 1,620 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −R 3,020 | −R 6,570 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −R 1,210 | −R 2,630 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −R 1,810 | −R 3,940 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −R 600 | −R 600 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −R 300 | −R 300 |
| ManagementR 0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | R 0 | R 0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | R 0 | R 0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | R 0 | R 0 |
| Total running costsAbout 23% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −R 14,490 | −R 30,470 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | R 45,861about R 3,820 a month | R 100,860about R 8,410 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
The estimate starts from Kopanong Local Municipality'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 Kopanong Local Municipality 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.
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 R 10,940 a month, against R 5,030 for the average one.
Occupancy
Kopanong Local Municipality listings were booked on 22% of the nights they were open over the past year, 3 percentage points below the Free State average (25%) and 13 points below the South Africa average (35%). In a typical year, occupancy swings from 16% in August to 51% in December.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 6.1 times as often as the bottom quarter.
December is usually the busiest month in Kopanong Local Municipality, August the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month rate of 22% averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Nightly rates
The average nightly rate in Kopanong Local Municipality, known as ADR (average daily rate), was R 1,008 over the past year, about 31% below the Free State average of R 1,455 and about 58% below the South Africa average of R 2,425. In a typical year, rates peak in July and August at about R 1,070 and bottom out in September and October at about R 915.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 3.4 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
August rates run 17% above September's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 987.
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 Kopanong Local Municipality it averaged R 224 over the past year, from about R 165 in a typical November to about R 512 in a typical December.
Per open night, by tier:
December RevPAR is about three times November's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, R 252. The 12-month RevPAR of R 224 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Seasonality
Kopanong Local Municipality has two high seasons, July and December–January, which makes it a moderately seasonal market.
Average revenue by month in Kopanong Local Municipality
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, R 7,680.
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | High season | R 8,660 |
| February | Low season | R 5,370 |
| March | Low season | R 6,850 |
| April | Shoulder season | R 8,130 |
| May | Low season | R 6,450 |
| June | Shoulder season | R 7,560 |
| July | High season | R 8,400 |
| August | Low season | R 7,030 |
| September | Low season | R 6,350 |
| October | Low season | R 6,560 |
| November | Low season | R 4,960 |
| December | High season | R 15,900 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonDecember–January | R 12,300 | 39% | R 986 |
| High seasonJuly | R 8,400 | 24% | R 1,066 |
| Shoulder seasonApril, June | R 7,850 | 23% | R 1,012 |
| Low seasonFebruary–March, May, August–November | R 6,220 | 19% | R 968 |
Guests book Kopanong Local Municipality stays 49 days ahead on average (about seven weeks). April stays are booked furthest out, about 67 days ahead, and February stays closest to arrival, about 26 days. A typical April booking is made in early February.
April stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month figure of 49 days averages each listing's year as a whole; each month here averages only the listings with stays in it.
Permits
None of the 71 active listings in Kopanong Local Municipality display a registration, permit or license number. That doesn't mean no rules apply: some places don't ask hosts to show a number on the listing, and listing data doesn't capture every scheme.
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 Kopanong Local Municipality.
Neighborhoods
AirROI's area guide picks seven Kopanong Local Municipality neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Kroonstad, Edenville and Ventersburg. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Kroonstad | The largest town in the Kopanong Local Municipality with significant historical and economic importance. It offers a range of amenities and attractions appealing to both tourists and business travelers. | Wesselsbron Museum, Kroonstad Golf Club, Historical buildings, Shopping centers, Local markets |
| Edenville | A quiet town with scenic beauty and a community-driven atmosphere. It's perfect for guests seeking a peaceful stay with nature activities. | Nature trails, Fishing spots, Community events, Small local eateries, Historical sites |
| Ventersburg | A charming small town known for its friendly locals and a variety of outdoor activities. Great for families and weekend getaways. | Historical sites, Outdoor parks, Local arts and crafts, Hiking trails, Community events |
| Smithfield | A small town rich in history and surrounded by beautiful landscapes. Ideal for those looking for tranquility and a historical experience. | Historical architecture, Nature walks, Local museums, Cultural events, Traditional eateries |
| Harrismith | A larger town that serves as a gateway to various outdoor adventures in the Drakensberg region. Popular with travelers seeking access to nature. | Drakensberg mountains, Outdoor activities, Cultural heritage sites, Local restaurants, Shopping areas |
| Ficksburg | Known for its vibrant community and proximity to the Lesotho border, it attracts tourists interested in cross-border visits and local culture. | Ficksburg Cherry Festival, Cultural sites, Shopping centers, Local markets, Historical sites |
| Brandfort | A quaint village with a rich history and a sense of community. Great for visitors looking for a serene escape from city life. | Historical landmarks, Nature reserves, Local crafts, Community festivals, Rustic dining experiences |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Kopanong Local Municipality is a room-rental market as much as a whole-home one: private rooms account for 58% of listings, against 42% for entire homes. Hotels, guesthouses and B&Bs are the most common property type at 30%, ahead of cabins and other outdoor stays (27%).
Private rooms are a large share of supply
Kopanong Local Municipality Airbnb listings by room type
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Private room | 57.7% | 41 |
| Entire home | 42.3% | 30 |
Listings by property type
Kopanong Local Municipality Airbnb listings by property type
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Hotel/Boutique | 29.6% | 21 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 26.8% | 19 |
| House | 18.3% | 13 |
| Apartment/Condo | 16.9% | 12 |
| Others | 8.5% | 6 |
The most common size among Kopanong Local Municipality's 29 entire homes with a bedroom count is two bedrooms (12 homes).
Kopanong Local Municipality entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 31.0% | 9 |
| 2 bedrooms | 41.4% | 12 |
| 3 bedrooms | 6.9% | 2 |
| 4 bedrooms | 13.8% | 4 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 6.9% | 2 |
Most Kopanong Local Municipality listings are sized for couples and small families: 62% sleep four guests or fewer, and just 15% take eight or more. Shares are of the 53 listings with a guest capacity on file (75% of the market).
Kopanong Local Municipality listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 30.2% | 16 |
| 3 guests | 3.8% | 2 |
| 4 guests | 28.3% | 15 |
| 5 guests | 7.5% | 4 |
| 6 guests | 15.1% | 8 |
| 8+ guests | 15.1% | 8 |
Kopanong Local Municipality hosts set up an average of 3.3 beds per listing. Only 18% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
Free on-site parking is close to standard in Kopanong Local Municipality: 94% of listings offer it, and 77% have a barbecue grill.
Share of Kopanong Local Municipality listings with each common amenity
Guests
Kopanong Local Municipality draws mostly domestic guests: 88% of those who left reviews live in South Africa. Johannesburg alone accounts for 17% of reviews. Of the 12% from abroad, the largest groups come from the United Kingdom and Germany. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 56%, followed by Afrikaans and German.
88% of Kopanong Local Municipality guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
Where Kopanong Local Municipality guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Johannesburg | 16.6% |
| Pretoria | 16.0% |
| Cape Town | 10.7% |
| Randburg | 4.2% |
| Centurion | 3.3% |
Where Kopanong Local Municipality guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| South Africa | 88.0% |
| United Kingdom | 1.7% |
| Germany | 1.7% |
| Australia | 1.1% |
| United States | 1.1% |
Languages spoken by Kopanong Local Municipality guests
Share of guests who left reviews
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 56.3% |
| Afrikaans | 23.3% |
| German | 6.3% |
| Dutch | 2.3% |
| Spanish | 2.3% |
Kopanong Local Municipality Airbnbs average 4.64 stars, and 24% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on location: it scores 4.57, against 4.79 for cleanliness.
Cleanliness scores highest in Kopanong Local Municipality; location is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.69 |
| Cleanliness | 4.79 |
| Communication | 4.78 |
| Location | 4.57 |
| Check-in | 4.78 |
| Value | 4.65 |
Booking patterns
Nearly all Kopanong Local Municipality listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 4% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 1 to 30 days a year, covering 41% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Kopanong Local Municipality listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 83.1% | 59 |
| 181-270 days | 12.7% | 9 |
| 91-180 days | 4.2% | 3 |
Days a year Kopanong Local Municipality listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 181-270 days | 4.2% | 3 |
| 91-180 days | 15.5% | 11 |
| 31-90 days | 39.4% | 28 |
| 1-30 days | 40.8% | 29 |
The average Kopanong Local Municipality booking lasts 2.4 nights, longest in July and shortest in January. Listings took about 11 bookings each over the year. About three-quarters of listings that give a check-in time set it at 2 p.m., with check-out usually at 10 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Kopanong Local Municipality
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Two-year average by calendar month.
All listings in Kopanong Local Municipality accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Kopanong Local Municipality listings
Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more
Flexible is the most common cancellation policy in Kopanong Local Municipality, used by 41% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least a day before check-in. Hosts here lean flexible: 55% of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms, against 41% on Firm or stricter ones.
Cancellation policies of Kopanong Local Municipality listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
About three in ten Kopanong Local Municipality listings charge a cleaning fee. Fees here tend to be small: for listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up only about 1% of gross revenue.
Top earners
The top-grossing Airbnb in Kopanong Local Municipality, a two-bedroom unit, took in R 528,000 over the past year, about 8.7 times the city's average of R 60,400. Five of the six listings below have two bedrooms or fewer, so size alone doesn't explain the top of this market.
Spionkop Eco Cabin Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.96
Spionkop Earth Eco Cabin Entire home · 1 bedroom Rated 4.96
Gunsfontein Eco Farm Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.94
Self Catering unit with Dam View Private room · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.72
Room 1 - Protea Room Private room · 1 bedroom Rated 4.94
Farmers Cottage Bethulie @ Karoo Pandok Guesthouse Entire home · 1 bedroom Rated 4.73 Only 4% of Kopanong Local Municipality listings are classed as professionally managed. Superhosts run 45% of listings. Most hosts still vet their guests: only 27% of listings accept Instant Book. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 66% of listings.
Nearby markets
The only nearby market in the table, Umsobomvu Local Municipality (78 km away, 78 listings), earned about 13% more than Kopanong Local Municipality per listing.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Umsobomvu Local Municipality 78 km | 78 | R 68,385 | R 983 | 25% |
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FAQ
An active Kopanong Local Municipality Airbnb grossed R 60,351 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 71 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in R 10,200 or more in a typical month.
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Kopanong Local Municipality listings earn between R 2,230 and R 10,200 in a typical month, and the top tenth R 17,700 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb income calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Listings in Kopanong Local Municipality were booked on 22% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 25% for the Free State average. December is usually the busiest month.
The average booked night in Kopanong Local Municipality cost R 1,008 before fees. Half of listings charge between R 585 and R 1,235, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
None of the active Kopanong Local Municipality listings display a registration, permit or license number. That doesn't mean no rules apply, so confirm registration, permit and tourist-tax rules with the local authority before buying.
Yes, when it's run well. The average Kopanong Local Municipality Airbnb grossed R 60,351 in the 12 months to September 2026, 42% below the Free State average of R 103,961, counting listings open only part of the year. A listing at the top-quarter mark, run by its owner with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, has about R 8,410 a month left before the mortgage or rent, so a home that costs less than that to own or rent makes a profit. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
December usually pays best, averaging R 15,900 per active listing over the past two years, and November usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
Each night a Kopanong Local Municipality listing was open to book earned R 224 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 R 413 or more.
Kopanong Local Municipality stays were booked 49 days (about seven weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so most of a month is booked well before it starts.
The average Kopanong Local Municipality Airbnb stay lasted 2.4 nights over the past year. A listing took 11 reservations over the year on average.
Guests rate Kopanong Local Municipality Airbnbs 4.64 out of 5 on average. Guests score cleanliness highest and location lowest.
Kroonstad, Edenville and Ventersburg draw the most short-term rental interest in Kopanong Local Municipality. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
AirROI counted 71 active Airbnb listings in Kopanong Local Municipality as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Umsobomvu Local Municipality, 78 km away.
In Kopanong Local Municipality, about three in ten listings add a cleaning fee, and the fees tend to be small: for listings that charge one, they make up only about 1% of gross revenue.
Method
Figures on this page cover 71 active Airbnb listings in Kopanong Local Municipality 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 South African rand at R 16.6 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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