Stunning stone house, Lochcarron Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.99 - Revenue
- £80,440
- Occupancy
- 78.5%
- Daily rate
- £281
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to October 2026
The average Airbnb in Lochcarron brought in £26,648 over the 12 months through October 2026, about 8% less than the Scotland average of £28,841.
The short answer
Lochcarron is cheaper but busier than the Scotland average. Listings averaged £165 a night and were booked on 63% 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 November, usually the slowest. With only 32 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 32 active listings, Lochcarron is the 147th-largest of 330 Scotland markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 49% while the number of active listings shrank 6%.
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Gross bookings per Lochcarron listing averaged £26,648 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 Lochcarron listing brings in £3,790 in August, its best month, and £1,640 in November, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 34% 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 2.3 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 November does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, October 2024 to September 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £2,560. 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 and bookings; nightly rates peaked in September 2026.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | £2,822 | 63.7% | £143 | £91 | 79 days | 5.7 nights |
| Nov 2025 | £1,665 | 35.3% | £143 | £55 | 62 days | 8.4 nights |
| Dec 2025 | £2,141 | 38.7% | £145 | £69 | 66 days | 5.4 nights |
| Jan 2026 | £2,353 | 27.9% | £143 | £76 | 70 days | 12.1 nights |
| Feb 2026 | £2,622 | 48.5% | £144 | £94 | 68 days | 11.1 nights |
| Mar 2026 | £2,096 | 40.9% | £147 | £68 | 51 days | 8.9 nights |
| Apr 2026 | £2,278 | 47.7% | £149 | £76 | 61 days | 3.4 nights |
| May 2026 | £3,766 | 77.3% | £149 | £121 | 102 days | 3.5 nights |
| Jun 2026 | £3,809 | 77.2% | £172 | £127 | 114 days | 5.6 nights |
| Jul 2026 | £3,845 | 71.1% | £170 | £124 | 122 days | 8.4 nights |
| Aug 2026 | £4,242 | 80.5% | £171 | £137 | 120 days | 3.8 nights |
| Sep 2026 | £3,999 | 78.7% | £175 | £133 | 101 days | 4.4 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.
These are market-wide figures. To see what one particular Lochcarron home could earn, enter its address, bedrooms and guests in the short-term rental calculator; it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Yes, when it's run well. The average Lochcarron Airbnb took in £26,648 in the 12 months to October 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about £1,390 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 £2,240 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the £3,020 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about £1,640 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about £1,190 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 | £23,628 | £37,840 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay11% of Lochcarron bookings | £3,020 | £4,830 |
| Gross bookings | £26,648 | £42,670 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 15%: 15.5% for the 94% of Lochcarron listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −£3,920 | −£6,280 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; £0 if you clean yourself | −£3,020 | −£4,830 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −£1,330 | −£2,130 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −£530 | −£850 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −£800 | −£1,280 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −£270 | −£270 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −£130 | −£130 |
| 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 26% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −£10,000 | −£15,770 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | £16,648about £1,390 a month | £26,900about £2,240 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
The estimate starts from Lochcarron'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 Lochcarron 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 £3,560 a month, against £2,220 for the average one.
Occupancy
Lochcarron listings were booked on 63% of the nights they were open over the past year, 14 percentage points above the Scotland average (49%) and 22 points above the U.K. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy swings from 26% in January to 77% in August.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about twice as often as the bottom quarter.
August is usually the busiest month in Lochcarron, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, October 2024 to September 2026
The 12-month rate of 63% 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 Lochcarron, known as ADR (average daily rate), was £165 over the past year, about 20% below the Scotland average of £205 and about 15% below the U.K. average of £195. Averaged month by month over the past two years, rates peak in June and September at about £160 and bottom out in October and November at about £130.
The top 10% charge about 2.5 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
September rates run 23% above November's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £144. The 12-month ADR of £165 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 Lochcarron it averaged £103 over the past year, from about £55 in a typical November to about £122 in a typical August.
Per open night, by tier:
August RevPAR is about 2.2 times November's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £84. The 12-month RevPAR of £103 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Seasonality
With only 32 active listings, the monthly pattern in Lochcarron is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue has tended to peak in August and bottom out in November.
Average revenue by month in Lochcarron
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, £2,560.
| Month | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|
| January | £1,770 |
| February | £2,010 |
| March | £1,910 |
| April | £2,190 |
| May | £3,070 |
| June | £3,220 |
| July | £3,370 |
| August | £3,790 |
| September | £3,300 |
| October | £2,530 |
| November | £1,640 |
| December | £1,940 |
Guests book Lochcarron stays 95 days ahead on average (about three months), so guests here plan well ahead. June stays are booked furthest out, about 106 days ahead, and November stays closest to arrival, about 60 days. A typical June booking is made in early March.
June 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 95 days averages each listing's year as a whole; each month here averages only the listings with stays in it.
Permits
34% of the 32 active listings in Lochcarron 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 Lochcarron.
Neighborhoods
AirROI's area guide picks six Lochcarron neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Lochcarron Village, Carron and Applecross. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Lochcarron Village | Charming village situated on the picturesque Loch Carron, offering stunning views and a tranquil atmosphere. It's an excellent base for exploring the Highlands and has a welcoming community. | Loch Carron, Attadale Gardens, The Lochcarron Smiddy, nearby hiking trails, local shops and cafes |
| Carron | A quaint area close to Lochcarron, perfect for nature lovers. It provides access to outdoor activities like hiking and kayaking, making it popular among adventurous travelers. | Carron River, hiking trails in the surrounding hills, kayaking in Loch Carron, wildlife viewing, local fishing spots |
| Applecross | A remote village known for its breathtaking scenery and the scenic Bealach na Bà pass. It's a great getaway for those seeking solitude and natural beauty. | Bealach na Bà, Applecross Heritage Centre, beachfront walks, local craft shops, traditional Scottish cuisine |
| Torridon | Surrounded by some of Scotland's most dramatic landscapes, Torridon is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts and those looking to explore the Highlands. | Torridon Mountains, hiking and climbing, local wildlife, The Torridon Hotel, lochs and beaches |
| Shieldaig | A beautiful coastal village ideal for nature lovers. It offers access to stunning coastal walks and marine life, appealing to those looking for a peaceful retreat. | Shieldaig Bay, beach walks, bird watching, local seafood restaurants, climbing |
| Lochalsh | Offering access to both the Isle of Skye and the mainland Highlands, Lochalsh is a strategic location for tourists looking to explore multiple attractions in one trip. | Isle of Skye ferry, historical sites, nature walks, local villages, mountain landscapes |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Entire homes make up 69% of listings in Lochcarron, alongside 10 private-room listings (31%). Houses are the most common property type at 66%, about 2.3 times the share of hotels, guesthouses and B&Bs (28%).
Mostly entire homes, with a private-room segment
Lochcarron Airbnb listings by room type
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 68.8% | 22 |
| Private room | 31.3% | 10 |
Listings by property type
Lochcarron Airbnb listings by property type
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 65.6% | 21 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 28.1% | 9 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 6.3% | 2 |
The most common size among Lochcarron's 21 entire homes with a bedroom count is three bedrooms (8 homes).
Lochcarron 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 | 14.3% | 3 |
| 2 bedrooms | 33.3% | 7 |
| 3 bedrooms | 38.1% | 8 |
| 4 bedrooms | 14.3% | 3 |
The most common capacity in Lochcarron is four guests (32% of listings), and 36% of listings sleep six or more. Shares are of the 22 listings with a guest capacity on file (69% of the market).
Lochcarron 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 | 18.2% | 4 |
| 4 guests | 31.8% | 7 |
| 5 guests | 13.6% | 3 |
| 6 guests | 13.6% | 3 |
| 7 guests | 4.5% | 1 |
| 8+ guests | 18.2% | 4 |
Lochcarron hosts set up an average of 2.8 beds per listing, close to one bed per bedroom. About a quarter of listings (25%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
Fireplaces are common in Lochcarron: 56% of listings have one, and 97% offer free parking on site.
Share of Lochcarron listings with each common amenity
Guests
Lochcarron splits its demand between home and abroad: 64% 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 46%, followed by French and German.
64% of Lochcarron guests come from abroad
Where guests who left reviews live
Where Lochcarron guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| London | 3.9% |
| Paris | 1.3% |
| Edinburgh | 1.1% |
Where Lochcarron guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 36.0% |
| France | 15.9% |
| United States | 9.0% |
| Italy | 7.6% |
| Germany | 7.1% |
Languages spoken by Lochcarron guests
Share of guests who left reviews
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 46.2% |
| French | 17.4% |
| German | 10.4% |
| Spanish | 6.1% |
| Italian | 5.8% |
Lochcarron Airbnbs average 4.92 stars, and 75% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.83. Listings here carry long review histories, about 213 reviews each on average.
Accuracy scores highest in Lochcarron; value is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.95 |
| Cleanliness | 4.91 |
| Communication | 4.93 |
| Location | 4.92 |
| Check-in | 4.93 |
| Value | 4.83 |
Booking patterns
More than six in ten Lochcarron listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, and 38% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 91 to 180 days a year, covering 44% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Lochcarron listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 18.8% | 6 |
| 181-270 days | 43.8% | 14 |
| 91-180 days | 21.9% | 7 |
| 31-90 days | 15.6% | 5 |
Days a year Lochcarron listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 15.6% | 5 |
| 181-270 days | 21.9% | 7 |
| 91-180 days | 43.8% | 14 |
| 31-90 days | 12.5% | 4 |
| 1-30 days | 6.3% | 2 |
The average Lochcarron booking lasts 5.8 nights, longest in February and shortest in May. Listings took about 30 bookings each over the year. About two-thirds 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 Lochcarron
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Two-year average by calendar month.
44% of listings in Lochcarron accept stays of one or two nights; the most common minimum is one night.
Minimum stay set by Lochcarron listings
Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Lochcarron, used by 50% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: more than six in ten listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 38% on Flexible or Moderate.
Cancellation policies of Lochcarron listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
About a quarter of Lochcarron listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is £71, but a minority of much higher fees lifts the average to £146, so the median is the better guide. Spread over the average stay of 5.8 nights, that adds roughly £12 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 11% of gross revenue.
Top earners
The top-grossing Airbnb in Lochcarron, a three-bedroom home, took in £80,400 over the past year, about three times the city's average of £26,600. Three of the six listings below have two bedrooms or fewer, so size alone doesn't explain the top of this market.
Stunning stone house, Lochcarron Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.99
Stunning chalet, Lochcarron Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.96
Samphire Lodge with sauna - stunning loch views Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.93
Woodend B&B family rooms Private room · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.96
Affordable Haven @ The Road to Skye_Hawthorndene Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.83
Cottage in Lochcarron Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 5.00 Only 3% of Lochcarron listings are classed as professionally managed, though 28% of listings have a co-host. 84% 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 94% of listings.
Nearby markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 57 km, Portree (43 km away) earned the most per listing, about 69% more than Lochcarron.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plockton 12 km | 41 | £27,598 | £149 | 57% |
| Dornie 13 km | 38 | £33,435 | £175 | 57% |
| Kyle of Lochalsh 18 km | 37 | £25,575 | £185 | 55% |
| Breakish 28 km | 64 | £36,280 | £202 | 64% |
| Broadford 31 km | 90 | £42,995 | £237 | 58% |
| Portree 43 km | 186 | £45,035 | £250 | 59% |
| Staffin 50 km | 46 | £32,361 | £214 | 58% |
| Highland 57 km | 507 | £25,694 | £200 | 50% |
FAQ
An active Lochcarron Airbnb grossed £26,648 on average in the 12 months to October 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 32 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in £4,070 or more in a typical month.
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Lochcarron listings earn between £1,710 and £4,070 in a typical month, and the top tenth £5,460 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 Lochcarron were booked on 63% 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 Lochcarron cost £165 before fees. Half of listings charge between £105 and £170, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
In Lochcarron, 34% 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 Lochcarron Airbnb grossed £26,648 in the 12 months to October 2026, 8% 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, £16,648 a year (about £1,390 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 £2,240 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb calculator.
August usually pays best, averaging £3,790 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 Lochcarron listing was open to book earned £103 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 £158 or more.
Lochcarron stays were booked 95 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 Lochcarron Airbnb stay lasted 5.8 nights over the past year. A listing took 30 reservations over the year on average.
Guests rate Lochcarron Airbnbs 4.92 out of 5 on average. Guests score accuracy highest and value lowest.
Lochcarron Village, Carron and Applecross draw the most short-term rental interest in Lochcarron. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
AirROI counted 32 active Airbnb listings in Lochcarron as of October 2026. The closest tracked market is Plockton, 12 km away.
In Lochcarron, about a quarter of listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is £71, but a minority of much higher fees lifts the average to £146, so the median is the better guide.
All of Scotland had 15,191,000 overnight visitors in 2024, VisitScotland reports. AirROI estimates 961 Airbnb stays in Lochcarron, UK in the 12 months to October 2026, which counts bookings and not tourists. See Scotland tourism statistics.
Method
Figures on this page cover 32 active Airbnb listings in Lochcarron 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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