Exclusive-use Luxury Scottish house Entire home · 9 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- £93,578
- Occupancy
- 26.1%
- Daily rate
- £986
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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to October 2026
Dumfries and Galloway, UK Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Dumfries and Galloway brought in £19,130 over the 12 months through October 2026, about 34% less than the Scotland average of £28,841.
The short answer
Dumfries and Galloway Airbnb Market at a Glance
Rates are in line with the Scotland average, but bookings trail it. Listings averaged £199 a night and were booked on 40% 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 142 active listings, Dumfries and Galloway is the 19th-largest of 330 Scotland markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 4% while the number of active listings grew 73%.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Dumfries and Galloway?
Gross bookings per Dumfries and Galloway listing averaged £19,130 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 Dumfries and Galloway listing brings in £3,550 in August, its best month, and £1,560 in January, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 33% 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 2.7 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn £4,190+ a month, about 2.2 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn £2,920 or more, roughly £1,000 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about £1,910 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn £1,060 or less, about 56% 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.
August earns about 2.3 times what January does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average £3,710 £1,520
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £2,270. 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.
Dumfries and Galloway Airbnb Data by Month
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 and bookings; nightly rates peaked in May 2026.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | £2,758 | 47.4% | £195 | £89 | 60 days | 4.1 nights |
| Nov 2025 | £1,852 | 32.5% | £192 | £62 | 56 days | 3.5 nights |
| Dec 2025 | £2,130 | 34.6% | £197 | £69 | 65 days | 4.2 nights |
| Jan 2026 | £1,612 | 29.6% | £197 | £52 | 39 days | 4.9 nights |
| Feb 2026 | £1,690 | 31.5% | £194 | £60 | 36 days | 3.4 nights |
| Mar 2026 | £1,618 | 32.7% | £197 | £52 | 31 days | 3.7 nights |
| Apr 2026 | £2,190 | 43.4% | £207 | £73 | 52 days | 3.6 nights |
| May 2026 | £2,272 | 44.4% | £214 | £73 | 70 days | 3.2 nights |
| Jun 2026 | £2,315 | 42.2% | £202 | £77 | 56 days | 3.8 nights |
| Jul 2026 | £2,830 | 44.7% | £199 | £91 | 68 days | 4.2 nights |
| Aug 2026 | £3,395 | 61.7% | £203 | £110 | 66 days | 4 nights |
| Sep 2026 | £2,751 | 52.3% | £195 | £92 | 57 days | 3.6 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.
The typical Dumfries and Galloway listing earns about £1,910 a month, but one property can land well above or below that. The Airbnb profit calculator gives a range for a specific address, built from the comparable listings around it.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Dumfries and Galloway Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Dumfries and Galloway Airbnb took in £19,130 in the 12 months to October 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about £1,000 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 £1,540 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the £2,030 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about £1,170 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about £860 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.
Dumfries and Galloway Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | £17,100 | £26,160 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay11% of Dumfries and Galloway bookings | £2,030 | £3,110 |
| Gross bookings | £19,130 | £29,270 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 15%: 15.5% for the 99% of Dumfries and Galloway listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −£2,930 | −£4,480 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; £0 if you clean yourself | −£2,030 | −£3,110 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −£960 | −£1,460 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −£380 | −£590 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −£570 | −£880 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −£190 | −£190 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −£100 | −£100 |
| 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 | −£7,160 | −£10,810 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | £11,970about £1,000 a month | £18,460about £1,540 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Dumfries and Galloway Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Dumfries and Galloway'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 Dumfries and Galloway home, with its price, its mortgage or rent and your own costs, use the Airbnb income calculator. It starts from the comparable listings around the address.
How Dumfries and Galloway's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Dumfries and Galloway listings are booked on 59% or more of their nights, against 39% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of £150 adds about £1,520 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge £215 a night or more, against a median of £150. 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 £1,710 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, August brings the average listing about £3,550, against £1,560 in January, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Dumfries and Galloway listings average 4.88 stars, and 58% 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 £2,440 a month, against £1,590 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Dumfries and Galloway?
Dumfries and Galloway listings were booked on 40% of the nights they were open over the past year, 9 percentage points below the Scotland average (49%) and in line with the U.K. average. In a typical year, occupancy swings from 28% in January to 60% in August.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.8 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 78%+ of open nights, 39 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 59% or more, roughly four nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 39% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 20% or less, under two nights a week.
August is usually the busiest month in Dumfries and Galloway, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average 41% 62% 27%
Nightly rates
How Much Does an Airbnb Cost per Night in Dumfries and Galloway?
The average nightly rate in Dumfries and Galloway, known as ADR (average daily rate), was £199 over the past year, about the same as the Scotland average (£205) and about the same as the U.K. average (£195). In a typical year, rates peak in May and July at about £205 and bottom out in November at about £185.
The top 10% charge about 2.9 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge £330+ a night, about 2.2 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge £215 or more, about £65 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about £150 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge £115 or less, about three-quarters of the median.
May rates run 12% above November's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average £214 £173
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £195.
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Dumfries and Galloway?
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 Dumfries and Galloway it averaged £73 over the past year, from about £50 in a typical January to about £115 in a typical August.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn £126+ per open night, about twice the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn £93 or more, about £30 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about £61 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn £41 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
August RevPAR is about 2.3 times January's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average £120 £49
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £75.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Dumfries and Galloway
Dumfries and Galloway has one high season, July through October, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest from November to March and slows again in May. A listing earns about 66% more a month in June through August than in December through February.
Average revenue by month in Dumfries and Galloway
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average £3,550 £1,560
The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, £2,270.
Revenue by month in Dumfries and Galloway in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | £1,560 |
| February | Low season | £1,730 |
| March | Low season | £1,920 |
| April | Shoulder season | £2,140 |
| May | Low season | £2,070 |
| June | Shoulder season | £2,280 |
| July | High season | £2,980 |
| August | High season | £3,550 |
| September | High season | £2,600 |
| October | High season | £2,510 |
| November | Low season | £1,880 |
| December | Low season | £2,030 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonJuly–October | £2,910 | 51% | £197 |
| Shoulder seasonApril, June | £2,210 | 43% | £201 |
| Low seasonMay, November–March | £1,870 | 35% | £193 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Dumfries and Galloway?
Guests book Dumfries and Galloway stays 57 days ahead on average (about eight weeks). December stays are booked furthest out, about 77 days ahead, and March stays closest to arrival, about 37 days. A typical December booking is made in late September.
December stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average 61 days 88 days 31 days
The 12-month figure of 57 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 Dumfries and Galloway
30% of the 142 active listings in Dumfries and Galloway 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 Dumfries and Galloway.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Dumfries and Galloway
AirROI's area guide picks four Dumfries and Galloway neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Castle Douglas, Portpatrick and Stranraer. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Castle Douglas | Known as the 'Food Town', Castle Douglas is popular for its local produce, artisan shops, and welcoming community. Ideal for those looking to enjoy rural Scotland's culinary offerings. | Castle Douglas Market, Threave Castle, Carlingwark Loch, Babel's Restaurant, Galloway Wildlife Park |
| Portpatrick | A picturesque coastal village known for its stunning sea views and charming harbor. It's popular with visitors looking for a quiet getaway and outdoor activities such as hiking and fishing. | Portpatrick Harbour, Dunskey Castle, Southern Upland Way, Local seafood restaurants, Agnew Park |
| Stranraer | A key ferry port with access to Northern Ireland, Stranraer is appealing for travelers looking for convenient transport options and rich history. | St. John's Church, Stranraer Museum, Lakeside Walk, Cally Palace, Castle of St John |
| Langholm | A small town nestled on the River Esk, Langholm offers natural beauty and a peaceful atmosphere, suitable for outdoor enthusiasts and those looking to escape the busier towns. | Langholm Moor, Langholm Live, Dumfries and Galloway's scenic walks, The Eskdale, The Langholm Initiatives |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Dumfries and Galloway Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Almost every Airbnb in Dumfries and Galloway is an entire home: 96% of listings, with private rooms at 4%. Houses are the most common property type at 58%, about 2.8 times the share of cabins and other outdoor stays (21%).
Nearly all listings rent the whole place
Dumfries and Galloway Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 96%
- Private room 4%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 96.5% | 137 |
| Private room | 3.5% | 5 |
Listings by property type
Dumfries and Galloway Airbnb listings by property type
- House 58%
- Cabin/Outdoor 21%
- Apartment/Condo 11%
- Unique stay 8%
- Others 1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 58.5% | 83 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 21.1% | 30 |
| Apartment/Condo | 10.6% | 15 |
| Unique stay | 8.5% | 12 |
| Others | 1.4% | 2 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Dumfries and Galloway Have?
One-bedroom homes are the most common size in Dumfries and Galloway (34% of entire homes), and 34% have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 132 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Dumfries and Galloway entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
34%
32%
27%
4%
4%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 34.1% | 45 |
| 2 bedrooms | 31.8% | 42 |
| 3 bedrooms | 26.5% | 35 |
| 4 bedrooms | 3.8% | 5 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 3.8% | 5 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Dumfries and Galloway
A typical one-bedroom home in Dumfries and Galloway earned £16,100 over the past year, against £21,500 for a three-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 45 | £16,100 | £17,900 | £145 | 45% |
| 2 bedrooms | 42 | £16,300 | £17,700 | £155 | 41% |
| 3 bedrooms | 35 | £21,500 | £22,500 | £218 | 40% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Dumfries and Galloway Sleep?
Most Dumfries and Galloway listings are sized for couples and small families: 61% sleep four guests or fewer, and just 10% take eight or more.
Dumfries and Galloway listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
21%
4%
36%
2%
24%
2%
10%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 20.7% | 29 |
| 3 guests | 4.3% | 6 |
| 4 guests | 36.4% | 51 |
| 5 guests | 2.1% | 3 |
| 6 guests | 24.3% | 34 |
| 7 guests | 2.1% | 3 |
| 8+ guests | 10.0% | 14 |
How Dumfries and Galloway Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Dumfries and Galloway hosts set up an average of 3.1 beds per listing. Only 38% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 24
- Beds per listing
- 3.1
- Show exact location
- 38%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Dumfries and Galloway Offer?
Free on-site parking is close to standard in Dumfries and Galloway: 87% of listings offer it, and 59% have a pet-friendly policy.
Share of Dumfries and Galloway listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Dumfries and Galloway
Listings in Dumfries and Galloway with a fire pit earned about 70% more a year, on average, than those without: £28,900 against £16,900. The gap is smaller for a backyard (about 60% more) and a hot tub (about 50% more). Bigger, professionally run homes tend to carry more amenities, so these gaps reflect the kind of listing as much as the feature itself.
Revenue gap for Dumfries and Galloway listings with each amenity
How much more listings with the amenity earned in a year than those without, and the share of listings that have it
Revenue by amenity in numbers
| Amenity | Listings with it | Avg. revenue with | Avg. revenue without | Revenue gap |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Fire pit | 18% | £28,900 | £16,900 | +71% |
| Backyard | 58% | £22,700 | £14,300 | +58% |
| Hot tub | 27% | £25,200 | £16,900 | +49% |
| BBQ grill | 25% | £24,700 | £17,300 | +43% |
| Patio or balcony | 33% | £23,700 | £16,900 | +41% |
| Outdoor dining area | 42% | £22,300 | £16,900 | +32% |
| Pets allowed | 59% | £21,000 | £16,500 | +27% |
| Self check-in | 54% | £20,900 | £17,000 | +23% |
| Gym | 8% | £21,800 | £18,900 | +15% |
| Outdoor furniture | 48% | £20,100 | £18,300 | +10% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Dumfries and Galloway?
Dumfries and Galloway draws mostly domestic guests: nine in ten of those who left reviews live in the United Kingdom. No single city dominates: Glasgow is the largest source, at about 8% of reviews. Of the 9% from abroad, the largest groups come from the United States and Australia.
91% of Dumfries and Galloway guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 91%
- International 9%
Where Dumfries and Galloway guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Glasgow | 8.0% |
| Edinburgh | 5.2% |
| London | 3.4% |
Where Dumfries and Galloway guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 90.6% |
| United States | 2.8% |
| Australia | 1.1% |
| Netherlands | 0.9% |
| Germany | 0.8% |
Languages spoken by Dumfries and Galloway guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 69.1% |
| French | 8.3% |
| German | 5.9% |
| Spanish | 5.1% |
| Italian | 2.4% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Dumfries and Galloway?
Dumfries and Galloway Airbnbs average 4.88 stars, and 58% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.83.
Check-in scores highest in Dumfries and Galloway; 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 | 4.90 |
| Cleanliness | 4.88 |
| Communication | 4.89 |
| Location | 4.90 |
| Check-in | 4.92 |
| Value | 4.83 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Dumfries and Galloway: Stays, Rules and Fees
About eight in ten Dumfries and Galloway listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 21% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 91 to 180 days a year, covering 36% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Dumfries and Galloway listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 44%
- 181-270 days 36%
- 91-180 days 18%
- 31-90 days 1%
- 1-30 days <1%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 43.7% | 62 |
| 181-270 days | 35.9% | 51 |
| 91-180 days | 18.3% | 26 |
| 31-90 days | 1.4% | 2 |
| 1-30 days | 0.7% | 1 |
Days a year Dumfries and Galloway listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 2%
- 181-270 days 19%
- 91-180 days 36%
- 31-90 days 27%
- 1-30 days 16%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 2.1% | 3 |
| 181-270 days | 19.0% | 27 |
| 91-180 days | 35.9% | 51 |
| 31-90 days | 26.8% | 38 |
| 1-30 days | 16.2% | 23 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Dumfries and Galloway?
The average Dumfries and Galloway booking lasts 4 nights, longest in January and shortest in October. Listings took about 27 bookings each over the year, some 3,780 in all. More than half 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 Dumfries and Galloway
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 3.8 nights 4.4 nights 3.4 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Dumfries and Galloway Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
Nearly eight in ten listings in Dumfries and Galloway accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Dumfries and Galloway 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 Dumfries and Galloway?
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Dumfries and Galloway, used by 28% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Nearly half of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms and 48% use Firm or stricter ones, so neither camp dominates.
Cancellation policies of Dumfries and Galloway listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Dumfries and Galloway?
Nearly half of Dumfries and Galloway listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is £57, but a minority of much higher fees lifts the average to £160, so the median is the better guide. Spread over the average stay of 4 nights, that adds roughly £14 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 11% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- £57
- Average cleaning fee
- £160
- Listings charging a fee
- 48.6%
- Share of gross revenue
- 10.6%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Dumfries and Galloway
The top-grossing Airbnb in Dumfries and Galloway, a nine-bedroom home, took in £93,600 over the past year, about 4.9 times the city's average of £19,100. Three of the six listings below have five or more bedrooms; the other three have three bedrooms.
Exclusive-use Luxury Scottish house Entire home · 9 bedrooms Rated 5.00 
Group/Multi family escapes. Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- £91,655
- Occupancy
- 38.7%
- Daily rate
- £770
2 White Esk Cottages Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- £64,779
- Occupancy
- 66.5%
- Daily rate
- £250
Light Keepers Cottage - Nr Portpatrick Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.95 - Revenue
- £49,459
- Occupancy
- 83.6%
- Daily rate
- £153
3 Bed in Whithorn (oc-d649094) Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- £48,572
- Occupancy
- 32.2%
- Daily rate
- £403
The Lodge @ Slogarie, Rewilding Humans since 2019 Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.98 - Revenue
- £45,848
- Occupancy
- 36.2%
- Daily rate
- £463
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Dumfries and Galloway?
Rebecca is the top-grossing host in Dumfries and Galloway, with £190,000 in bookings across 5 listings over the past year. Together, the ten top-grossing hosts run 23% of the market's 142 listings.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Rebecca | 5 | £190,073 | £38,015 | 4.93/5 | |
| Holidaycottages-Co-Uk | 4 | £105,531 | £26,383 | 4.83/5 | |
| Amy | 2 | £101,790 | £50,895 | 4.93/5 | |
| 4 | Cottages | 7 | £96,189 | £13,741 | 4.84/5 |
| 5 | Lennox And Leah | 3 | £81,067 | £27,022 | 4.96/5 |
| 6 | Holidaycottagescouk | 3 | £78,180 | £26,060 | 4.92/5 |
| 7 | Sarah | 2 | £73,198 | £36,599 | 4.97/5 |
| 8 | Paolo | 3 | £68,735 | £22,912 | 4.77/5 |
| 9 | White Esk Cottages | 1 | £64,779 | £64,779 | 5.00/5 |
| 10 | Jessica | 2 | £61,284 | £30,642 | 4.91/5 |
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Dumfries and Galloway?
Professional management companies run 15% of Dumfries and Galloway listings and owners run the rest. Superhosts run 54% 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 99% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 53.5%
- Professional management
- 14.8%
- Cohosted listings
- 21.8%
- Instant Book enabled
- 54.9%
- Simplified Pricing
- 98.6%
Nearby markets
Dumfries and Galloway vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 54 km, Cockermouth (54 km away, 93 listings) earned the most per listing, about 14% more than Dumfries and Galloway. Dumfries and Moffat were the busiest, each booked on 47% of nights against 40% in Dumfries and Galloway.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kippford 18 km | 31 | £19,266 | £177 | 40% |
| Sandyhills 20 km | 36 | £9,702 | £164 | 31% |
| Dumfries 20 km | 65 | £19,490 | £148 | 47% |
| Kirkcudbright 23 km | 53 | £18,632 | £188 | 41% |
| Gatehouse of Fleet 24 km | 56 | £16,194 | £227 | 33% |
| Newton Stewart 36 km | 50 | £10,743 | £217 | 33% |
| Moffat 46 km | 39 | £18,857 | £153 | 47% |
| Cockermouth 54 km | 93 | £21,836 | £156 | 45% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Scotland
- City of Edinburgh Airbnb data 3,675 listings
- Glasgow Airbnb data 1,512 listings
- Inverness Airbnb data 800 listings
- Highland Airbnb data 507 listings
- Aberdeen City Airbnb data 466 listings
- St Andrews Airbnb data 366 listings
- Fife Airbnb data 332 listings
- Oban Airbnb data 288 listings
See all 330 Scotland Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Dumfries and Galloway
Markets elsewhere in the United Kingdom with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Dumfries and Galloway:
- South Kesteven Airbnb data UK · £202/night · 39.7%
- East Devon Airbnb data UK · £200/night · 39.9%
- Thanet Airbnb data UK · £198/night · 39.2%
- Pembrokeshire Airbnb data UK · £204/night · 39.8%
- Herefordshire Airbnb data UK · £200/night · 38.7%
- Cheltenham Airbnb data UK · £193/night · 40.2%
FAQ
Dumfries and Galloway Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Dumfries and Galloway?
An active Dumfries and Galloway Airbnb grossed £19,130 on average in the 12 months to October 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 142 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in £2,920 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Dumfries and Galloway?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Dumfries and Galloway listings earn between £1,060 and £2,920 in a typical month, and the top tenth £4,190 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
What is the average Airbnb occupancy rate in Dumfries and Galloway?
Listings in Dumfries and Galloway were booked on 40% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 49% for the Scotland average. August is usually the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Dumfries and Galloway?
The average booked night in Dumfries and Galloway cost £199 before fees. Half of listings charge between £115 and £215, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Dumfries and Galloway?
In Dumfries and Galloway, 30% 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.
Is Airbnb profitable in Dumfries and Galloway?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Dumfries and Galloway Airbnb grossed £19,130 in the 12 months to October 2026, 34% below the Scotland average of £28,841. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, £11,970 a year (about £1,000 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 £1,540 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Dumfries and Galloway?
August usually pays best, averaging £3,550 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.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Dumfries and Galloway?
Each night a Dumfries and Galloway listing was open to book earned £73 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 £126 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Dumfries and Galloway?
Dumfries and Galloway stays were booked 57 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 Dumfries and Galloway?
The average Dumfries and Galloway Airbnb stay lasted 4 nights over the past year. A listing took 27 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Dumfries and Galloway rated?
Guests rate Dumfries and Galloway Airbnbs 4.88 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Dumfries and Galloway?
Castle Douglas, Portpatrick and Stranraer draw the most short-term rental interest in Dumfries and Galloway. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Dumfries and Galloway?
AirROI counted 142 active Airbnb listings in Dumfries and Galloway as of October 2026. The closest tracked market is Kippford, 18 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Dumfries and Galloway?
In Dumfries and Galloway, nearly half of listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is £57, but a minority of much higher fees lifts the average to £160, so the median is the better guide.
How many tourists visit Dumfries and Galloway, UK?
All of Scotland had 15,191,000 overnight visitors in 2024, VisitScotland reports. AirROI estimates 3,777 Airbnb stays in Dumfries and Galloway, UK in the 12 months to October 2026, which counts bookings and not tourists. See Scotland tourism statistics.
Method
About This Data
Figures on this page cover 142 active Airbnb listings in Dumfries and Galloway 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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