Mangle Cottage, quirky cottage in Pittenween, Fife Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.98 - Revenue
- £67,930
- Occupancy
- 65.3%
- Daily rate
- £281
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to October 2026
The average Airbnb in Pittenweem brought in £26,558 over the 12 months through October 2026, about 8% less than the Scotland average of £28,841.
Part of Fife
The short answer
Pittenweem earns on price rather than volume. Listings averaged £248 a night and were booked on 45% of available nights, against £205 and 49% for the Scotland average.
Timing matters: in August, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 2.8 times as much as in January, usually the slowest.
With 75 active listings, Pittenweem is the 43rd-largest of 330 Scotland markets AirROI tracks. From a year earlier, average revenue rose 4% while the number of active listings grew 17%.
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Gross bookings per Pittenweem listing averaged £26,558 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 Pittenweem listing brings in £4,150 in August, its best month, and £1,500 in January, its slowest. July runs within 2% of August, so either can come out on top 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 2.4 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 2.8 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, £2,740. 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 | £3,031 | 54.4% | £247 | £98 | 72 days | 3.6 nights |
| Nov 2025 | £1,869 | 36.2% | £240 | £62 | 58 days | 4.7 nights |
| Dec 2025 | £2,140 | 37.5% | £247 | £69 | 102 days | 3.9 nights |
| Jan 2026 | £1,498 | 29.2% | £237 | £48 | 45 days | 4.8 nights |
| Feb 2026 | £1,531 | 26.7% | £239 | £55 | 43 days | 3.9 nights |
| Mar 2026 | £2,104 | 38.6% | £242 | £68 | 59 days | 4.3 nights |
| Apr 2026 | £2,872 | 46.1% | £257 | £96 | 65 days | 4.4 nights |
| May 2026 | £3,619 | 57.6% | £265 | £117 | 85 days | 5 nights |
| Jun 2026 | £3,602 | 59.2% | £269 | £120 | 103 days | 4.9 nights |
| Jul 2026 | £3,976 | 61.0% | £274 | £128 | 124 days | 6.5 nights |
| Aug 2026 | £4,205 | 64.9% | £274 | £136 | 122 days | 5.3 nights |
| Sep 2026 | £3,303 | 58.3% | £259 | £110 | 89 days | 3.9 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 Pittenweem market, enter its address and size in the Airbnb calculator, which compares it with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Yes, when it's run well. The average Pittenweem Airbnb took in £26,558 in the 12 months to October 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about £1,330 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 £1,970 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the £3,410 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about £1,610 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about £1,140 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 | £23,148 | £34,030 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay13% of Pittenweem bookings | £3,410 | £5,010 |
| Gross bookings | £26,558 | £39,040 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 16%: 15.5% for the 100% of Pittenweem listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −£4,120 | −£6,050 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; £0 if you clean yourself | −£3,410 | −£5,010 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −£1,330 | −£1,950 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −£530 | −£780 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −£800 | −£1,170 |
| 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 27% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −£10,590 | −£15,360 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | £15,968about £1,330 a month | £23,680about £1,970 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
The estimate starts from Pittenweem'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 Pittenweem 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 £3,250 a month, against £2,210 for the average one.
Occupancy
Pittenweem listings were booked on 45% of the nights they were open over the past year, 4 percentage points below the Scotland average (49%) and 4 points above the U.K. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy swings from 29% in January to 66% in August.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.1 times as often as the bottom quarter.
August is usually the busiest month in Pittenweem, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, October 2024 to September 2026
The 12-month rate of 45% 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 Pittenweem, known as ADR (average daily rate), was £248 over the past year, about 21% above the Scotland average of £205 and about 27% above the U.K. average of £195. In a typical year, rates peak in July and August at about £270 and bottom out in February and March at about £235.
The top 10% charge about 2.6 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
August rates run 15% above February's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £237.
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 Pittenweem it averaged £96 over the past year, from about £48 in a typical January to about £134 in a typical August.
Per open night, by tier:
August RevPAR is about 2.8 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, £90. The 12-month RevPAR of £96 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Seasonality
Pittenweem has one high season, May through October, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest from November to March. A listing earns about 2.2 times as much a month in June through August as in December through February.
Average revenue by month in Pittenweem
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, £2,770.
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | £1,500 |
| February | Low season | £1,640 |
| March | Low season | £2,020 |
| April | Shoulder season | £2,730 |
| May | High season | £3,250 |
| June | High season | £3,470 |
| July | High season | £4,080 |
| August | High season | £4,150 |
| September | High season | £3,300 |
| October | High season | £3,030 |
| November | Low season | £1,870 |
| December | Low season | £2,140 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonMay–October | £3,550 | 58% | £259 |
| Shoulder seasonApril | £2,730 | 47% | £248 |
| Low seasonNovember–March | £1,830 | 34% | £239 |
Guests book Pittenweem stays 84 days ahead on average (about three months), so guests here plan well ahead. August stays are booked furthest out, about 119 days ahead, and February stays closest to arrival, about 42 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 84 days averages each listing's year as a whole; each month here averages only the listings with stays in it.
Permits
43% of the 75 active listings in Pittenweem 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 Pittenweem.
Neighborhoods
AirROI's area guide picks eight Pittenweem neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by The Harbour, St. Monan's Road and East Shore. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| The Harbour | Picturesque harbour area offering stunning coastal views and proximity to local fishing activities. Ideal for tourists looking to relax by the sea and enjoy fresh seafood restaurants. | Pittenweem Harbour, The Scottish Fisheries Museum, Coastal walk to Anstruther, Local seafood restaurants, Pittenweem Arts Festival |
| St. Monan's Road | Charming road through the picturesque village known for its historic buildings and quaint streets. Attracts visitors looking for a peaceful stay in a traditional Scottish setting. | St. Monan's Church, Harbour views, Local gift shops, Pittenweem Priory, St Monans Windmill |
| East Shore | Secluded beach area perfect for family getaways and nature lovers. Offers beautiful views of the Firth of Forth and opportunities for outdoor activities. | East Shore Beach, Wildlife spotting, Coastal paths, Fishing spots, Kirkton of Balmerino |
| High Street | Main street of Pittenweem featuring local shops, cafes, and pubs. Ideal for visitors who want to experience local life and enjoy community events. | Local shops, Pubs and cafes, Community events, Farmers market, Local art galleries |
| Pittenweem Castle | Historical site with beautiful architecture attracting history buffs and those interested in Scottish heritage. Perfect for tours and exploring local history. | Pittenweem Castle, Historical tours, Local history exhibits, Scenic gardens, Near local attractions |
| The Forth Path | Scenic walking path along the coastline ideal for hiking enthusiasts and those looking for nature experiences. Provides access to beautiful landscapes and views. | Firth of Forth views, Nature walks, Wildlife watching, Access to nearby villages, Scenic picnic spots |
| Rope Walk | Unique pedestrian path lined with artisan shops and local craft stores. Great for tourists wanting to purchase unique souvenirs and gifts. | Artisan shops, Local crafts, Unique gifts, Community workshops, Coffee shops |
| Kinghorn Road | Quiet residential area close to the coast with easy access to local amenities. Suitable for families seeking a relaxing vacation. | Local parks, Family-friendly beaches, Neighborhood cafes, Peaceful surroundings, Nearby historic sites |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Almost every Airbnb in Pittenweem is an entire home: 97% of listings, with private rooms at 3%. Houses are the most common property type at 75%, about 3.5 times the share of apartments and condos (21%).
Nearly all listings rent the whole place
Pittenweem Airbnb listings by room type
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 97.3% | 73 |
| Private room | 2.7% | 2 |
Listings by property type
Pittenweem Airbnb listings by property type
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 74.7% | 56 |
| Apartment/Condo | 21.3% | 16 |
| Unique stay | 2.7% | 2 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 1.3% | 1 |
One- and two-bedroom homes are equally common in Pittenweem (32% of entire homes each), and 34% have three or more bedrooms.
Pittenweem entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| Studio | 2.7% | 2 |
| 1 bedroom | 31.5% | 23 |
| 2 bedrooms | 31.5% | 23 |
| 3 bedrooms | 27.4% | 20 |
| 4 bedrooms | 5.5% | 4 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 1.4% | 1 |
A typical one-bedroom home in Pittenweem earned £18,400 over the past year, against £33,500 for a three-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 23 | £18,400 | £18,600 | £176 | 42% |
| 2 bedrooms | 23 | £30,600 | £31,000 | £226 | 48% |
| 3 bedrooms | 20 | £33,500 | £32,100 | £232 | 49% |
Most Pittenweem listings are sized for couples and small families: 64% sleep four guests or fewer, and just 8% take eight or more.
Pittenweem listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | 1.4% | 1 |
| 2 guests | 21.9% | 16 |
| 3 guests | 1.4% | 1 |
| 4 guests | 39.7% | 29 |
| 5 guests | 2.7% | 2 |
| 6 guests | 21.9% | 16 |
| 7 guests | 2.7% | 2 |
| 8+ guests | 8.2% | 6 |
Pittenweem hosts set up an average of 3.1 beds per listing. About a third of listings (33%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
Backyards are common in Pittenweem: 61% of listings have one, and 56% offer free parking on site.
Share of Pittenweem listings with each common amenity
Guests
Most Pittenweem guests are domestic, but a sizeable minority come from abroad: 19% of those who left reviews live outside the United Kingdom, led by visitors from the United States and Canada. Guests speak a mix of languages: English leads at 60%, followed by French and Spanish.
81% of Pittenweem guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
Where Pittenweem guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Edinburgh | 10.7% |
| Glasgow | 8.5% |
| London | 5.7% |
Where Pittenweem guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 81.3% |
| United States | 9.2% |
| Canada | 1.6% |
| France | 1.6% |
| Netherlands | 1.4% |
Languages spoken by Pittenweem guests
Share of guests who left reviews
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 59.6% |
| French | 15.5% |
| Spanish | 7.5% |
| German | 5.0% |
| Italian | 3.1% |
Pittenweem Airbnbs average 4.89 stars, and 64% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on value for money: it scores 4.77, against 4.95 for location.
Location scores highest in Pittenweem; value is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.90 |
| Cleanliness | 4.88 |
| Communication | 4.89 |
| Location | 4.95 |
| Check-in | 4.91 |
| Value | 4.77 |
Booking patterns
Nearly two-thirds of Pittenweem listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 35% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 91 to 180 days a year, covering 33% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Pittenweem listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 34.7% | 26 |
| 181-270 days | 30.7% | 23 |
| 91-180 days | 30.7% | 23 |
| 31-90 days | 4.0% | 3 |
Days a year Pittenweem listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 5.3% | 4 |
| 181-270 days | 29.3% | 22 |
| 91-180 days | 33.3% | 25 |
| 31-90 days | 22.7% | 17 |
| 1-30 days | 9.3% | 7 |
The average Pittenweem booking lasts 4.7 nights, longest in July and shortest in October. Listings took about 30 bookings each over the year, some 2,220 in all. 84% 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 Pittenweem
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Two-year average by calendar month.
About two-thirds of listings in Pittenweem accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Pittenweem 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 Pittenweem, used by 35% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: about three-quarters of listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 17% on Flexible or Moderate.
Cancellation policies of Pittenweem listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
Nearly two-thirds of Pittenweem listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is £62; 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 4.7 nights, that adds roughly £13 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 13% of gross revenue.
Top earners
The top-grossing Airbnb in Pittenweem, a two-bedroom unit, took in £67,900 over the past year, about 2.6 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.
Mangle Cottage, quirky cottage in Pittenween, Fife Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.98
Binny Cottage Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Wood's Neuk-stunning character cottage, East Neuk Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.94
Holiday Flat with Amazing Seaviews Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.99
2 Bed in Anstruther (oc-66733) Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Seaside retreat Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.94 Only 12% of Pittenweem listings are classed as professionally managed, though 25% of listings have a co-host. 65% 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 18 km, North Berwick (18 km away) earned the most per listing, about 36% more than Pittenweem. St Monans was the busiest, booked on 49% of nights against 45% in Pittenweem.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Anstruther 2 km | 55 | £23,150 | £179 | 44% |
| St Monans 3 km | 47 | £23,711 | £172 | 49% |
| Cellardyke 3 km | 60 | £26,715 | £199 | 44% |
| Elie and Earlsferry 6 km | 101 | £28,069 | £245 | 44% |
| Crail 8 km | 88 | £28,827 | £254 | 43% |
| St Andrews 14 km | 366 | £34,564 | £328 | 44% |
| Fife 17 km | 332 | £19,795 | £230 | 38% |
| North Berwick 18 km | 104 | £36,079 | £312 | 42% |
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FAQ
An active Pittenweem Airbnb grossed £26,558 on average in the 12 months to October 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 75 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in £3,820 or more in a typical month.
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Pittenweem listings earn between £1,530 and £3,820 in a typical month, and the top tenth £4,870 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 Pittenweem were booked on 45% 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 Pittenweem cost £248 before fees. Half of listings charge between £140 and £235; a few high-priced homes pull the average above that range.
In Pittenweem, 43% 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 Pittenweem Airbnb grossed £26,558 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, £15,968 a year (about £1,330 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 £1,970 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
August usually pays best, averaging £4,150 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 Pittenweem listing was open to book earned £96 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 £156 or more.
Pittenweem stays were booked 84 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 Pittenweem Airbnb stay lasted 4.7 nights over the past year. A listing took 30 reservations over the year on average.
Guests rate Pittenweem Airbnbs 4.89 out of 5 on average. Guests score location highest and value lowest.
The Harbour, St. Monan's Road and East Shore draw the most short-term rental interest in Pittenweem. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
AirROI counted 75 active Airbnb listings in Pittenweem as of October 2026. The closest tracked market is Anstruther, 2 km away.
In Pittenweem, nearly two-thirds of listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is £62; 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 2,220 Airbnb stays in Pittenweem, UK in the 12 months to October 2026, which counts bookings and not tourists. See Scotland tourism statistics.
Method
Figures on this page cover 75 active Airbnb listings in Pittenweem 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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