Black h, Isle of Skye Entire home · 1 bedroom Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- £131,011
- Occupancy
- 61.1%
- Daily rate
- £509
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to October 2026
The average Airbnb in Dunvegan brought in £35,620 over the 12 months through October 2026, about 24% more than the Scotland average of £28,841.
The short answer
Bookings in Dunvegan run ahead of the Scotland average at similar prices. Listings averaged £196 a night and were booked on 59% of available nights, against £205 and 49% for the Scotland average.
Timing matters: in July, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 3.7 times as much as in January, usually the slowest. With only 33 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 33 active listings, Dunvegan is the 137th-largest of 330 Scotland markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 48% while the number of active listings grew 3%.
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Gross bookings per Dunvegan listing averaged £35,620 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 Dunvegan listing brings in £5,120 in July, its best month, and £1,400 in January, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 38% 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 2.1 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.
July earns about 3.7 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, £3,210. 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.
July 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 | £3,297 | 56.7% | £223 | £106 | 62 days | 3.1 nights |
| Nov 2025 | £2,409 | 42.9% | £211 | £80 | 35 days | 2.8 nights |
| Dec 2025 | £2,145 | 34.0% | £214 | £69 | 50 days | 4.1 nights |
| Jan 2026 | £1,682 | 24.6% | £208 | £54 | 28 days | 6.7 nights |
| Feb 2026 | £2,482 | 46.9% | £209 | £89 | 78 days | 6.4 nights |
| Mar 2026 | £2,331 | 37.3% | £218 | £75 | 91 days | 6.8 nights |
| Apr 2026 | £3,585 | 60.5% | £225 | £119 | 82 days | 4.1 nights |
| May 2026 | £5,286 | 77.0% | £230 | £171 | 112 days | 4.1 nights |
| Jun 2026 | £4,773 | 67.9% | £211 | £159 | 97 days | 3.6 nights |
| Jul 2026 | £5,841 | 82.3% | £210 | £188 | 119 days | 3.9 nights |
| Aug 2026 | £5,400 | 76.1% | £212 | £174 | 130 days | 3.5 nights |
| Sep 2026 | £5,528 | 78.6% | £217 | £184 | 103 days | 3.5 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 Dunvegan home could earn, enter its address, bedrooms and guests in the Airbnb income calculator; it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Yes, when it's run well. The average Dunvegan Airbnb took in £35,620 in the 12 months to October 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about £2,020 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 £1,780 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about £2,170 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about £1,740 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 | £33,840 | £46,030 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay5% of Dunvegan bookings | £1,780 | £2,420 |
| Gross bookings | £35,620 | £48,450 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 16%: 15.5% for the 100% of Dunvegan listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −£5,520 | −£7,510 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; £0 if you clean yourself | −£1,780 | −£2,420 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −£1,780 | −£2,420 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −£710 | −£970 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −£1,070 | −£1,450 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −£360 | −£360 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −£180 | −£180 |
| 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 | −£11,400 | −£15,310 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | £24,220about £2,020 a month | £33,140about £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 Dunvegan'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 Dunvegan 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 £4,040 a month, against £2,970 for the average one.
Occupancy
Dunvegan listings were booked on 59% of the nights they were open over the past year, 10 percentage points above the Scotland average (49%) and 18 points above the U.K. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy swings from 26% in January to 77% in July.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 1.9 times as often as the bottom quarter.
July is usually the busiest month in Dunvegan, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, October 2024 to September 2026
The 12-month rate of 59% 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 Dunvegan, known as ADR (average daily rate), was £196 over the past year, about the same as the Scotland average (£205) and about the same as the U.K. average (£195). Averaged month by month over the past two years, rates peak in May and September at about £225 and bottom out in January and November at about £200.
The top 10% charge about 2.4 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
May rates run 13% above November's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £214. The 12-month ADR of £196 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 Dunvegan it averaged £131 over the past year, from about £45 in a typical January to about £165 in a typical July.
Per open night, by tier:
July RevPAR is about 3.7 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, £105. The 12-month RevPAR of £131 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Seasonality
With only 33 active listings, the monthly pattern in Dunvegan is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue has tended to peak in July and bottom out in January.
Average revenue by month in Dunvegan
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, £3,210.
| Month | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|
| January | £1,400 |
| February | £1,780 |
| March | £2,140 |
| April | £3,310 |
| May | £4,600 |
| June | £4,340 |
| July | £5,120 |
| August | £4,850 |
| September | £4,720 |
| October | £2,930 |
| November | £1,830 |
| December | £1,560 |
Guests book Dunvegan stays 93 days ahead on average (about three months), so guests here plan well ahead. August stays are booked furthest out, about 126 days ahead, and January stays closest to arrival, about 28 days. A typical August booking is made in mid-April.
August stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, October 2024 to September 2026
The 12-month figure of 93 days averages each listing's year as a whole; each month here averages only the listings with stays in it.
Permits
33% of the 33 active listings in Dunvegan 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 Dunvegan.
Neighborhoods
AirROI's area guide picks seven Dunvegan neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Dunvegan Castle, Neist Point and Dunvegan Village. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dunvegan Castle | Dunvegan Castle is a historic and iconic attraction, attracting visitors interested in Scottish heritage and the MacLeod clan history. Its beautiful gardens and scenic location make it a prime spot for tourists. | Dunvegan Castle, Gardens of Dunvegan, Coral Beach, Colbost Croft Museum, Dunvegan Village |
| Neist Point | Neist Point is one of the most photographed locations in Skye, known for its stunning lighthouse and breathtaking views. It's a great spot for nature lovers and photographers, increasing its appeal for Airbnb hosting. | Neist Point Lighthouse, Spectacular cliff views, Hiking trails, Wildlife watching |
| Dunvegan Village | A charming village with local shops and restaurants, essential for tourists wanting to experience the local culture and community vibes. It's conveniently located for accessing nearby attractions. | Local shops, Restaurants, Dunvegan River, Scenic walks |
| MacLeod's Tables | This unique geological formation offers hiking and stunning views of the Isle of Skye. It attracts outdoor enthusiasts and is a popular hiking destination. | MacLeod's Tables hiking trails, Stunning vistas, Nature walks |
| Waternish Peninsula | Known for its dramatic landscapes and quiet, beautiful scenery. It's perfect for guests looking for tranquility and nature, making it an attractive location for Airbnb. | Tranquil landscapes, Traditional crofting, Photographic opportunities |
| The Fairy Pools | The Fairy Pools are famous for their crystal-clear waters and magical ambiance, appealing to tourists who love natural beauty and outdoor activities. | Fairy Pools, Hiking trails, Photography spots |
| Talisker Distillery | The only distillery on Skye, Talisker is renowned for its single malt whisky, attracting whisky enthusiasts and tourists interested in Scottish spirits. | Talisker Distillery Tours, Whisky tasting, Distillery shop |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Entire homes make up 82% of listings in Dunvegan, alongside 6 private-room listings (18%). Houses are the most common property type at 73%, about 6 times the share of apartments and condos (12%).
Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment
Dunvegan Airbnb listings by room type
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 81.8% | 27 |
| Private room | 18.2% | 6 |
Listings by property type
Dunvegan Airbnb listings by property type
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 72.7% | 24 |
| Apartment/Condo | 12.1% | 4 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 9.1% | 3 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 3.0% | 1 |
| Others | 3.0% | 1 |
The most common size among Dunvegan's 27 entire homes with a bedroom count is one bedroom (13 homes).
Dunvegan 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 | 48.1% | 13 |
| 2 bedrooms | 29.6% | 8 |
| 3 bedrooms | 18.5% | 5 |
| 4 bedrooms | 3.7% | 1 |
Most Dunvegan listings are sized for couples and small families: 78% sleep four guests or fewer, and none take eight or more. Shares are of the 27 listings with a guest capacity on file (82% of the market).
Dunvegan 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 | 48.1% | 13 |
| 3 guests | 7.4% | 2 |
| 4 guests | 22.2% | 6 |
| 5 guests | 11.1% | 3 |
| 6 guests | 7.4% | 2 |
| 7 guests | 3.7% | 1 |
Dunvegan hosts set up an average of 2.1 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. About a third of listings (33%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
Pet-friendly policies are common in Dunvegan: 58% of listings have one, and 52% have a gym.
Share of Dunvegan listings with each common amenity
Guests
Dunvegan runs on foreign visitors: 78% of guests who left reviews live outside the United Kingdom. The United States sends the most guests from abroad, with 21% of reviewers, ahead of France at 13%. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 47%, followed by French and German.
78% of Dunvegan guests come from abroad
Where guests who left reviews live
Where Dunvegan guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| London | 2.8% |
| Paris | 2.0% |
| Edinburgh | 1.4% |
| Toronto | 1.4% |
Where Dunvegan guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 21.8% |
| United States | 21.2% |
| France | 12.9% |
| Germany | 8.1% |
| Canada | 5.8% |
Languages spoken by Dunvegan guests
Share of guests who left reviews
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 46.8% |
| French | 13.9% |
| German | 9.5% |
| Spanish | 7.7% |
| Italian | 6.7% |
Dunvegan Airbnbs average 4.87 stars, and 70% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.76, against 4.92 for host communication and check-in. Listings here carry long review histories, about 125 reviews each on average.
Communication and check-in score highest in Dunvegan; value is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.91 |
| Cleanliness | 4.85 |
| Communication | 4.92 |
| Location | 4.89 |
| Check-in | 4.92 |
| Value | 4.76 |
Booking patterns
Nearly six in ten Dunvegan listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, and 45% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 91 to 180 days a year, covering 39% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Dunvegan listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 15.2% | 5 |
| 181-270 days | 42.4% | 14 |
| 91-180 days | 33.3% | 11 |
| 31-90 days | 9.1% | 3 |
Days a year Dunvegan listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 9.1% | 3 |
| 181-270 days | 36.4% | 12 |
| 91-180 days | 39.4% | 13 |
| 31-90 days | 12.1% | 4 |
| 1-30 days | 3.0% | 1 |
The average Dunvegan booking lasts 4.4 nights, longest in February and shortest in December. Listings took about 41 bookings each over the year, some 1,360 in all. 85% of listings that give a check-in time set it at 4 p.m., with check-out usually at 10 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Dunvegan
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Two-year average by calendar month.
42% of listings in Dunvegan accept stays of one or two nights; the most common minimum is three nights.
Minimum stay set by Dunvegan 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 Dunvegan, used by 39% of listings; it refunds guests in full if they cancel at least five days before check-in. 45% of listings offer Flexible or Moderate terms and 55% use Firm or stricter ones, so neither camp dominates.
Cancellation policies of Dunvegan listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
Nearly half of Dunvegan listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is £13; a handful of extreme values pull the simple average far above that, so the median is the better guide. Spread over the average stay of 4.4 nights, that adds roughly £3 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 5% of gross revenue.
Top earners
The top-grossing Airbnb in Dunvegan, a one-bedroom unit, took in £131,000 over the past year, about 3.7 times the city's average of £35,600. Three of the six listings below have two bedrooms or fewer, so size alone doesn't explain the top of this market.
Black h, Isle of Skye Entire home · 1 bedroom Rated 5.00
Seaview- a real home from home with stunning views Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.74
Table View Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.85
Cuiluaine Cottage Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.96
Carrig Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 5.00
18 Colbost Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 5.00 Only 6% of Dunvegan listings are classed as professionally managed. Three-quarters of listings are run by Superhosts, so a strong review record is the norm here rather than an edge.
Nearby markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 49 km, Portree (23 km away) earned the most per listing, about 26% more than Dunvegan. Breakish was the busiest, booked on 64% of nights against 59% in Dunvegan.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Roag 5 km | 37 | £32,323 | £197 | 59% |
| Glendale 7 km | 52 | £42,283 | £233 | 58% |
| Carbost 18 km | 37 | £36,138 | £259 | 58% |
| Uig 19 km | 48 | £38,240 | £220 | 59% |
| Portree 23 km | 186 | £45,035 | £250 | 59% |
| Staffin 31 km | 46 | £32,361 | £214 | 58% |
| Broadford 46 km | 90 | £42,995 | £237 | 58% |
| Breakish 49 km | 64 | £36,280 | £202 | 64% |
FAQ
An active Dunvegan Airbnb grossed £35,620 on average in the 12 months to October 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 33 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in £4,410 or more in a typical month.
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Dunvegan listings earn between £2,080 and £4,410 in a typical month, and the top tenth £6,240 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Listings in Dunvegan were booked on 59% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 49% for the Scotland average. July is usually the busiest month.
The average booked night in Dunvegan cost £196 before fees. Half of listings charge between £140 and £245, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
In Dunvegan, 33% 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 Dunvegan Airbnb grossed £35,620 in the 12 months to October 2026, 24% above 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, £24,220 a year (about £2,020 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 estimator.
July usually pays best, averaging £5,120 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 Dunvegan listing was open to book earned £131 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 £214 or more.
Dunvegan stays were booked 93 days (about three months) before arrival on average over the past year, so a listing that opens its calendar late misses many bookings.
The average Dunvegan Airbnb stay lasted 4.4 nights over the past year. A listing took 41 reservations over the year on average.
Guests rate Dunvegan Airbnbs 4.87 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and value lowest.
Dunvegan Castle, Neist Point and Dunvegan Village draw the most short-term rental interest in Dunvegan. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
AirROI counted 33 active Airbnb listings in Dunvegan as of October 2026. The closest tracked market is Roag, 5 km away.
In Dunvegan, nearly half of listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is £13; a handful of extreme values pull the simple average far above that, so the median is the better guide.
All of Scotland had 15,191,000 overnight visitors in 2024, VisitScotland reports. AirROI estimates 1,355 Airbnb stays in Dunvegan, UK in the 12 months to October 2026, which counts bookings and not tourists. See Scotland tourism statistics.
Method
Figures on this page cover 33 active Airbnb listings in Dunvegan 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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