Charming riverside cottage, wood fired hot tub Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.97 - Revenue
- £84,239
- Occupancy
- 54.8%
- Daily rate
- £418
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to October 2026
The average Airbnb in Balquhidder brought in £29,244 over the 12 months through October 2026, in line with the Scotland average of £28,841.
The short answer
Rates in Balquhidder run ahead of the Scotland average, with bookings close to it. Listings averaged £232 a night and were booked on 51% of available nights, against £205 and 49% for the Scotland average.
Timing matters: in August, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 2.3 times as much as in January, usually the slowest. With only 31 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 31 active listings, Balquhidder is the 151st-largest of 330 Scotland markets AirROI tracks.
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Gross bookings per Balquhidder listing averaged £29,244 over the 12 months to October 2026 (Scotland average: £28,841), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Balquhidder listing brings in £4,390 in August, its best month, and £1,890 in January, its slowest. March runs within 5% of January, so either can be the slowest in a given year. The three strongest months bring in 35% 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 3.2 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.
August earns about 2.3 times what January does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, October 2024 to September 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £2,840. 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 October 2026 data. October's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to September.
August 2026 led on revenue, nightly rate and bookings alike.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | £3,134 | 54.5% | £200 | £101 | 65 days | 4.9 nights |
| Nov 2025 | £2,444 | 42.6% | £202 | £81 | 55 days | 3.5 nights |
| Dec 2025 | £3,064 | 42.1% | £207 | £99 | 93 days | 5.8 nights |
| Jan 2026 | £2,241 | 37.2% | £210 | £72 | 60 days | 2.5 nights |
| Feb 2026 | £2,010 | 40.7% | £224 | £72 | 71 days | 3.5 nights |
| Mar 2026 | £1,951 | 38.7% | £227 | £63 | 45 days | 3.7 nights |
| Apr 2026 | £2,321 | 45.2% | £232 | £77 | 68 days | 2.8 nights |
| May 2026 | £3,426 | 59.8% | £238 | £111 | 61 days | 3.1 nights |
| Jun 2026 | £3,276 | 56.3% | £241 | £109 | 68 days | 3.4 nights |
| Jul 2026 | £4,450 | 61.8% | £231 | £144 | 106 days | 3.9 nights |
| Aug 2026 | £4,980 | 64.8% | £243 | £161 | 86 days | 3.1 nights |
| Sep 2026 | £3,673 | 61.5% | £229 | £122 | 56 days | 2.9 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.
For a figure on one home rather than the whole Balquhidder market, enter its address and size in the short-term rental calculator, which compares it with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Yes, when it's run well. The average Balquhidder Airbnb took in £29,244 in the 12 months to October 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about £1,720 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 £2,760 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the £870 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about £1,790 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about £1,480 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.
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | £28,374 | £45,190 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay3% of Balquhidder bookings | £870 | £1,380 |
| Gross bookings | £29,244 | £46,570 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 15%: 15.5% for the 97% of Balquhidder listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −£4,410 | −£7,030 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; £0 if you clean yourself | −£870 | −£1,380 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −£1,460 | −£2,330 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −£580 | −£930 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −£880 | −£1,400 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −£290 | −£290 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −£150 | −£150 |
| Management£0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | £0 | £0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | £0 | £0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | £0 | £0 |
| Total running costsAbout 27% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −£8,640 | −£13,510 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | £20,604about £1,720 a month | £33,060about £2,760 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
The estimate starts from Balquhidder'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 Balquhidder 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 £3,880 a month, against £2,440 for the average one.
Occupancy
Balquhidder listings were booked on 51% of the nights they were open over the past year, 2 percentage points above the Scotland average (49%) and 10 points above the U.K. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy swings from 34% in January to 65% in August.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.4 times as often as the bottom quarter.
August is usually the busiest month in Balquhidder, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Nightly rates
The average nightly rate in Balquhidder, known as ADR (average daily rate), was £232 over the past year, about 13% above the Scotland average of £205 and about 19% above the U.K. average of £195. Averaged month by month over the past two years, rates peak in June and August at about £225 and bottom out in October and November at about £175.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about 3.5 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
August rates run 27% above October's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £205. The 12-month ADR of £232 averages each listing's own rate across its whole year; the monthly points average listings month by month, so the two differ.
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 Balquhidder it averaged £110 over the past year, from about £61 in a typical January to about £142 in a typical August.
Per open night, by tier:
August RevPAR is about 2.3 times January's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £93. The 12-month RevPAR of £110 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Seasonality
With only 31 active listings, the monthly pattern in Balquhidder is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue has tended to peak in August and bottom out in January.
Average revenue by month in Balquhidder
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, £2,840.
| Month | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|
| January | £1,890 |
| February | £2,140 |
| March | £1,970 |
| April | £2,530 |
| May | £3,210 |
| June | £3,180 |
| July | £4,020 |
| August | £4,390 |
| September | £3,530 |
| October | £2,510 |
| November | £2,240 |
| December | £2,520 |
Guests book Balquhidder stays 69 days ahead on average (about two and a half months), so guests here plan well ahead. December stays are booked furthest out, about 96 days ahead, and November stays closest to arrival, about 47 days. A typical December booking is made in early September.
December stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, October 2024 to September 2026
Permits
23% of the 31 active listings in Balquhidder 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 Balquhidder.
Neighborhoods
AirROI's area guide picks seven Balquhidder neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Balquhidder Village, Loch Earn and Rob Roy Way. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Balquhidder Village | A picturesque village offering stunning views of the surrounding mountains and lochs. It is the perfect spot for those looking to escape to nature and enjoy tranquility, making it popular with families and nature lovers. | Balquhidder Church, MacGregor's Grave, Loch Voil, walking and cycling trails, Balquhidder Glen |
| Loch Earn | Known for its beautiful loch and outdoor activities such as fishing and water sports. Great for tourists looking for an adventurous getaway with stunning scenery. | Loch Earn, sailing and kayaking, Fishing Loch Earn, Edinample Castle, waterfront restaurants |
| Rob Roy Way | A long-distance walking route that attracts hikers and walkers. This area is ideal for outdoor enthusiasts, particularly in spring and summer. | Rob Roy Way Trailheads, Crianlarich, Stirling Castle nearby, Glen Dochart, Fishing |
| Strathyre | A charming village close to the Trossachs National Park. It serves as a gateway for hiking and exploring the natural beauty of the area. | Strathyre Forest, The Byre Inn, Cycle hire facilities, Trossachs National Park, nature trails |
| Doune | Famous for its historic castle and proximity to several key attractions. It attracts history buffs and families. | Doune Castle, Castle Hill, Doon Hill, monuments and historical sites, Stirling nearby |
| Aberfoyle | A bustling village at the gateway to the Trossachs, well-known for its outdoor activities and scenic beauty, making it attractive for tourists. | Aberfoyle Forest, The Great Trossachs Path, Loch Ard, local craft shops, The Scottish Wool Centre |
| Tyndrum | A village popular among hikers and those traveling to the Highlands, known for its beautiful landscapes and outdoor activities. | Tyndrum Community Garden, West Highland Way, Nature walks, local cafes and shops, public transportation hub |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Entire homes make up 77% of listings in Balquhidder, alongside 7 private-room listings (23%). Houses are the most common property type at 42%, ahead of cabins and other outdoor stays (32%).
Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment
Balquhidder Airbnb listings by room type
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 77.4% | 24 |
| Private room | 22.6% | 7 |
Listings by property type
Balquhidder Airbnb listings by property type
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 41.9% | 13 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 32.3% | 10 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 12.9% | 4 |
| Unique stay | 6.5% | 2 |
| Apartment/Condo | 6.5% | 2 |
Among Balquhidder's 23 entire homes with a bedroom count, one- and three-bedroom homes are equally common (8 homes each).
Balquhidder 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 4.3% | 1 |
| 1 bedroom | 34.8% | 8 |
| 2 bedrooms | 21.7% | 5 |
| 3 bedrooms | 34.8% | 8 |
| 4 bedrooms | 4.3% | 1 |
The most common capacity in Balquhidder is two guests (32% of listings), and 32% of listings sleep six or more. Shares are of the 25 listings with a guest capacity on file (81% of the market).
Balquhidder 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 | 32.0% | 8 |
| 3 guests | 4.0% | 1 |
| 4 guests | 20.0% | 5 |
| 5 guests | 12.0% | 3 |
| 6 guests | 16.0% | 4 |
| 7 guests | 4.0% | 1 |
| 8+ guests | 12.0% | 3 |
Balquhidder hosts set up an average of 2.7 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. Only 45% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
Fireplaces are common in Balquhidder: 74% of listings have one, and 94% have a backyard.
Share of Balquhidder listings with each common amenity
Guests
Balquhidder splits its demand between home and abroad: 36% of guests who left reviews live outside the United Kingdom, led by visitors from France and the United States. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 56%, followed by French and German.
64% of Balquhidder guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
Where Balquhidder guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Edinburgh | 8.4% |
| Glasgow | 7.5% |
| London | 6.6% |
Where Balquhidder guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 64.1% |
| France | 7.9% |
| United States | 5.9% |
| Germany | 3.8% |
| Netherlands | 3.5% |
Languages spoken by Balquhidder guests
Share of guests who left reviews
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 56.3% |
| French | 14.2% |
| German | 7.4% |
| Spanish | 6.3% |
| Dutch | 4.7% |
Balquhidder Airbnbs average 4.84 stars, and 65% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.76, against 4.91 for location. Listings here carry long review histories, about 170 reviews each on average.
Location scores highest in Balquhidder; value is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.85 |
| Cleanliness | 4.77 |
| Communication | 4.87 |
| Location | 4.91 |
| Check-in | 4.86 |
| Value | 4.76 |
Booking patterns
Nearly two-thirds of Balquhidder listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, and 35% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 32% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Balquhidder listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 35.5% | 11 |
| 181-270 days | 29.0% | 9 |
| 91-180 days | 29.0% | 9 |
| 31-90 days | 6.5% | 2 |
Days a year Balquhidder listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 6.5% | 2 |
| 181-270 days | 29.0% | 9 |
| 91-180 days | 29.0% | 9 |
| 31-90 days | 32.3% | 10 |
| 1-30 days | 3.2% | 1 |
The average Balquhidder booking lasts 3.8 nights, longest in March and shortest in May. Listings took about 35 bookings each over the year, some 1,080 in all. Check-in is split almost evenly between 3 p.m. and 4 p.m., with check-out usually at 10 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Balquhidder
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Two-year average by calendar month.
About nine in ten listings in Balquhidder accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Balquhidder listings
Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more
Moderate is the most common cancellation policy in Balquhidder, used by 39% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least five days before check-in. More than half of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms and 45% use Firm or stricter ones, so neither camp dominates.
Cancellation policies of Balquhidder listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
Nearly half of Balquhidder listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is £24, and some higher fees lift the average to £33. Spread over the average stay of 3.8 nights, that adds roughly £6 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 3% of gross revenue.
Top earners
The top-grossing Airbnb in Balquhidder, a three-bedroom home, took in £84,200 over the past year, about 2.9 times the city's average of £29,200.
Charming riverside cottage, wood fired hot tub Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.97
Cabin in the Wild Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.91
Excellent base for exploring historic Scotland Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.92
The Hogget Hut, Hot Tub & *BBQ Hut Entire home · 1 bedroom Rated 5.00
Bruach, Balquhidder Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.83
Lovely barn conversion in the heart of Balquhidder Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.90 Fewer than 1% of Balquhidder listings are classed as professionally managed, though 32% of listings have a co-host. 77% of listings are run by Superhosts, so a strong review record is the norm here rather than an edge. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 97% of listings.
Nearby markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 38 km, Arrochar (28 km away, 33 listings) earned the most per listing, about 85% more than Balquhidder.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Killin 15 km | 48 | £23,826 | £198 | 41% |
| Callander 17 km | 69 | £22,848 | £160 | 41% |
| Comrie 27 km | 39 | £24,663 | £198 | 48% |
| Arrochar 28 km | 33 | £54,083 | £298 | 55% |
| Stirling 29 km | 280 | £29,150 | £201 | 51% |
| Drymen 31 km | 37 | £21,380 | £220 | 41% |
| Crieff 34 km | 57 | £29,820 | £197 | 43% |
| Lochgoilhead 38 km | 30 | £26,799 | £237 | 34% |
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FAQ
An active Balquhidder Airbnb grossed £29,244 on average in the 12 months to October 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 31 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in £4,280 or more in a typical month.
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Balquhidder listings earn between £1,320 and £4,280 in a typical month, and the top tenth £5,680 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 Balquhidder were booked on 51% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 49% for the Scotland average. August is usually the busiest month.
The average booked night in Balquhidder cost £232 before fees. Half of listings charge between £115 and £240, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
In Balquhidder, 23% of active 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.
Yes, when it's run well. The average Balquhidder Airbnb grossed £29,244 in the 12 months to October 2026, in line with the Scotland average. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, £20,604 a year (about £1,720 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 £2,760 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
August usually pays best, averaging £4,390 per active listing over the past two years, and January usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
Each night a Balquhidder listing was open to book earned £110 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 £187 or more.
Balquhidder stays were booked 69 days (about two and a half months) before arrival on average over the past year, so a listing that opens its calendar late misses many bookings.
The average Balquhidder Airbnb stay lasted 3.8 nights over the past year. A listing took 35 reservations over the year on average.
Guests rate Balquhidder Airbnbs 4.84 out of 5 on average. Guests score location highest and value lowest.
Balquhidder Village, Loch Earn and Rob Roy Way draw the most short-term rental interest in Balquhidder. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
AirROI counted 31 active Airbnb listings in Balquhidder as of October 2026. The closest tracked market is Killin, 15 km away.
In Balquhidder, nearly half of listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is £24, and some higher fees lift the average to £33.
All of Scotland had 15,191,000 overnight visitors in 2024, VisitScotland reports. AirROI estimates 1,083 Airbnb stays in Balquhidder, UK in the 12 months to October 2026, which counts bookings and not tourists. See Scotland tourism statistics.
Method
Figures on this page cover 31 active Airbnb listings in Balquhidder from November 2025 to October 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 British pounds at £0.74 per US$, the typical rate from November 2025 to October 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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