3 Bed in Kelso (oc-95231) Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- £135,609
- Occupancy
- 37.1%
- Daily rate
- £959
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Scottish Borders, UK Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Scottish Borders brought in £17,527 over the 12 months through October 2026, about 39% less than the Scotland average of £28,841.
The short answer
Scottish Borders Airbnb Market at a Glance
Rates are in line with the Scotland average, but bookings trail it. Listings averaged £203 a night and were booked on 38% of available nights, against £205 and 49% for the Scotland average.
Timing matters: in August, usually the best month, the average listing earns about twice as much as in January, usually the slowest.
With 204 active listings, Scottish Borders is the 14th-largest of 330 Scotland markets AirROI tracks.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Scottish Borders?
Gross bookings per Scottish Borders listing averaged £17,527 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 Scottish Borders listing brings in £3,140 in August, its best month, and £1,630 in January, its slowest. Both ends are close calls: August leads July by 4%, and January sits just 2% below March, so either pair can swap places in a given year. 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 3.5 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn £4,550+ a month, about 2.7 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn £2,900 or more, roughly £1,200 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about £1,710 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn £813 or less, about half 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 twice what January does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average £3,300 £1,240
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £2,300. 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.
Scottish Borders 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, nightly rate and bookings alike.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Oct 2025 | £2,434 | 42.3% | £206 | £79 | 51 days | 3.8 nights |
| Nov 2025 | £1,907 | 34.7% | £198 | £64 | 46 days | 3.5 nights |
| Dec 2025 | £1,873 | 33.4% | £202 | £60 | 34 days | 3.5 nights |
| Jan 2026 | £1,239 | 23.4% | £195 | £40 | 31 days | 3.9 nights |
| Feb 2026 | £1,580 | 33.1% | £196 | £56 | 35 days | 4.4 nights |
| Mar 2026 | £1,670 | 33.5% | £196 | £54 | 33 days | 3.8 nights |
| Apr 2026 | £1,712 | 34.4% | £204 | £57 | 50 days | 3.6 nights |
| May 2026 | £2,451 | 45.2% | £207 | £79 | 66 days | 3.7 nights |
| Jun 2026 | £2,792 | 49.5% | £207 | £93 | 66 days | 3.9 nights |
| Jul 2026 | £2,995 | 45.7% | £205 | £97 | 69 days | 4.5 nights |
| Aug 2026 | £3,298 | 56.3% | £209 | £106 | 74 days | 3.7 nights |
| Sep 2026 | £2,584 | 49.4% | £198 | £86 | 77 days | 3.4 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.
For a figure on one home rather than the whole Scottish Borders market, enter its address and size in the Airbnb calculator, which compares it with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Scottish Borders Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Scottish Borders Airbnb took in £17,527 in the 12 months to October 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about £900 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 £2,130 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about £1,070 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about £770 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.
Scottish Borders Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | £15,397 | £26,170 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay12% of Scottish Borders bookings | £2,130 | £3,620 |
| Gross bookings | £17,527 | £29,790 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 15%: 15.5% for the 95% of Scottish Borders listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −£2,600 | −£4,420 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; £0 if you clean yourself | −£2,130 | −£3,620 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −£880 | −£1,490 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −£350 | −£600 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −£530 | −£890 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −£180 | −£180 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −£90 | −£90 |
| 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 | −£6,760 | −£11,290 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | £10,767about £900 a month | £18,500about £1,540 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Scottish Borders Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Scottish Borders'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 Scottish Borders 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.
How Scottish Borders's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Scottish Borders listings are booked on 59% or more of their nights, against 37% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of £150 adds about £1,490 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge £205 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 £1,540 a year.
- Open for the busy months. In a typical year, August brings the average listing about £3,140, against £1,630 in January, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Scottish Borders listings average 4.79 stars, and 46% 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 £2,480 a month, against £1,460 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Scottish Borders?
Scottish Borders listings were booked on 38% of the nights they were open over the past year, 11 percentage points below the Scotland average (49%) and 3 points below the U.K. average (41%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 53% in August and falls to 30% in January.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 4.3 times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 78%+ of open nights, 41 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 59% or more, roughly four nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 37% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 18% or less, under two nights a week.
August is usually the busiest month in Scottish Borders, January the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average 41% 56% 23%
The 12-month rate of 38% averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Nightly rates
How Much Does an Airbnb Cost per Night in Scottish Borders?
The average nightly rate in Scottish Borders, known as ADR (average daily rate), was £203 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 July and August at about £210 and bottom out in November at about £190.
Prices span a wide range: the top 10% charge about three times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge £345+ a night, about 2.3 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge £205 or more, about £55 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about £150 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge £110 or less, about three-quarters of the median.
August rates run 13% above November's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average £215 £179
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £201.
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Scottish Borders?
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 Scottish Borders it averaged £70 over the past year, from about £53 in a typical January to about £101 in a typical August.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn £137+ per open night, about 2.5 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn £85 or more, about £30 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about £56 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn £35 or less, about two-thirds of the median.
August RevPAR is about twice January's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average £106 £40
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, £75. The 12-month RevPAR of £70 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Scottish Borders
Scottish Borders has one high season, June through October, which makes it a moderately seasonal market. Business is slowest from January to April and slows again in November. A listing earns about 60% more a month in June through August than in December through February.
Average revenue by month in Scottish Borders
Average revenue per active listing, each calendar month averaged over the past two years
Monthly average £3,140 £1,630
The dashed line is the average of the 12 calendar months, £2,300.
Revenue by month in Scottish Borders in numbers
| Month | Season | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|---|
| January | Low season | £1,630 |
| February | Low season | £1,790 |
| March | Low season | £1,670 |
| April | Low season | £2,060 |
| May | Shoulder season | £2,210 |
| June | High season | £2,870 |
| July | High season | £3,010 |
| August | High season | £3,140 |
| September | High season | £2,550 |
| October | High season | £2,540 |
| November | Low season | £1,900 |
| December | Shoulder season | £2,210 |
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonJune–October | £2,820 | 48% | £205 |
| Shoulder seasonMay, December | £2,210 | 39% | £199 |
| Low seasonJanuary–April, November | £1,810 | 35% | £197 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Scottish Borders?
Guests book Scottish Borders stays 57 days ahead on average (about eight weeks). August stays are booked furthest out, about 71 days ahead, and January stays closest to arrival, about 30 days. A typical August booking is made in early June.
August stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, October 2024 to September 2026
Monthly average 52 days 77 days 30 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 Scottish Borders
23% of the 204 active listings in Scottish Borders 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 Scottish Borders.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Scottish Borders
AirROI's area guide picks six Scottish Borders neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Melrose, Kelso and Jedburgh. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Melrose | A historic town famed for its beautiful abbey and stunning countryside, making it a popular destination for tourists and hikers alike. | Melrose Abbey, Scott's View, The Eildon Hills, River Tweed, Dryburgh Abbey |
| Kelso | Renowned for its impressive architecture and historical sites, this market town draws visitors interested in history and charming small-town life. | Kelso Abbey, Floors Castle, Teviot and Tweed Rivers, Kelso Racecourse, The Cross |
| Jedburgh | A picturesque town with a rich historical background, Jedburgh attracts those interested in history and heritage tourism. | Jedburgh Abbey, Mary Queen of Scots House, Jedburgh Castle Jail, Cistercian Abbey, The Abbeys Trail |
| Galashiels | A town on the River Gala, known for its textile industry history and as a gateway to the scenic Borders, attracting visitors for shopping and nature. | The Old Gala House, Galashiels Abbey, The River Gala Walk, Tweedbank, The Borders Railway |
| Selkirk | A historic market town known for its scenic landscapes and outdoor activities, a great spot for walkers and those seeking tranquility. | Abbotsford House, Selkirk Common Riding, The Haining, Riding the Borders, Yarrow Valley |
| Eyemouth | A coastal town offering seaside attractions, beautiful beaches, and water sports, making it a popular summer destination for tourists. | Eyemouth Harbour, St Abbs Head, Eyemouth Beach, The Gunsgreen House, Marine Conservation Society |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Scottish Borders Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
More than nine in ten Airbnbs in Scottish Borders are entire homes (92%), with private rooms at 8%. Houses are the most common property type at 51%, about twice the share of apartments and condos (26%).
Nearly all listings rent the whole place
Scottish Borders Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 92%
- Private room 8%
- Hotel room <1%
Room types in numbers
| Room type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Entire home | 91.7% | 187 |
| Private room | 7.8% | 16 |
| Hotel room | 0.5% | 1 |
Listings by property type
Scottish Borders Airbnb listings by property type
- House 51%
- Apartment/Condo 26%
- Cabin/Outdoor 13%
- Hotel/Boutique 6%
- Others 2%
- Unique stay <1%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 51.0% | 104 |
| Apartment/Condo | 26.0% | 53 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 13.2% | 27 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 6.4% | 13 |
| Others | 2.5% | 5 |
| Unique stay | 1.0% | 2 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Scottish Borders Have?
Two-bedroom homes are the most common size in Scottish Borders (38% of entire homes), and 38% have three or more bedrooms. Shares are of the 186 entire homes that give a bedroom count; rented rooms are left out.
Scottish Borders entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms, of those with a bedroom count on file
24%
38%
21%
9%
8%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes with a bedroom count | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 24.2% | 45 |
| 2 bedrooms | 38.2% | 71 |
| 3 bedrooms | 21.0% | 39 |
| 4 bedrooms | 9.1% | 17 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 7.5% | 14 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Scottish Borders
A typical one-bedroom home in Scottish Borders earned £12,700 over the past year, against £22,500 for a home with five or more bedrooms.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 45 | £12,700 | £15,300 | £140 | 41% |
| 2 bedrooms | 71 | £15,100 | £16,800 | £156 | 42% |
| 3 bedrooms | 39 | £11,300 | £18,800 | £217 | 34% |
| 4 bedrooms | 17 | £11,400 | £23,400 | £332 | 32% |
| 5+ bedrooms | 14 | £22,500 | £27,700 | £582 | 31% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Scottish Borders Sleep?
The most common capacity in Scottish Borders is four guests (26% of listings), and 41% of listings sleep six or more. Shares are of the 190 listings with a guest capacity on file (93% of the market).
Scottish Borders listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep, of those with a capacity on file
1%
16%
6%
26%
11%
24%
4%
13%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings with a capacity on file | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 1 guest | 0.5% | 1 |
| 2 guests | 16.3% | 31 |
| 3 guests | 5.8% | 11 |
| 4 guests | 25.8% | 49 |
| 5 guests | 10.5% | 20 |
| 6 guests | 23.7% | 45 |
| 7 guests | 4.2% | 8 |
| 8+ guests | 13.2% | 25 |
How Scottish Borders Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Scottish Borders hosts set up an average of 3.4 beds per listing. Only 39% of listings show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 28
- Beds per listing
- 3.4
- Show exact location
- 39%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Scottish Borders Offer?
Fireplaces are common in Scottish Borders: 46% of listings have one, and 65% have a pet-friendly policy.
Share of Scottish Borders listings with each common amenity
Airbnb Amenities Linked to Higher Revenue in Scottish Borders
Listings in Scottish Borders with a hot tub earned about 2.2 times as much a year, on average, as those without: £33,300 against £15,400. The gap is smaller for a barbecue grill (about 65% more) and a backyard (about 55% 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 Scottish Borders 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hot tub | 12% | £33,300 | £15,400 | +116% |
| BBQ grill | 21% | £25,400 | £15,400 | +65% |
| Backyard | 46% | £21,500 | £14,100 | +53% |
| Indoor fireplace | 46% | £20,500 | £15,000 | +37% |
| Fire pit | 12% | £22,800 | £16,800 | +36% |
| Keypad | 6% | £23,000 | £17,200 | +34% |
| Outdoor dining area | 34% | £20,600 | £15,900 | +29% |
| Sound system | 10% | £21,600 | £17,100 | +27% |
| Pets allowed | 65% | £18,900 | £15,100 | +25% |
| Outdoor furniture | 36% | £19,600 | £16,400 | +20% |
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Scottish Borders?
Most Scottish Borders guests are domestic, but a sizeable minority come from abroad: 16% of those who left reviews live outside the United Kingdom, led by visitors from the United States and Australia.
84% of Scottish Borders guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 84%
- International 16%
Where Scottish Borders guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Edinburgh | 7.2% |
| Glasgow | 3.9% |
| London | 3.9% |
Where Scottish Borders guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 84.0% |
| United States | 3.4% |
| Australia | 2.0% |
| Germany | 1.9% |
| Netherlands | 1.6% |
Languages spoken by Scottish Borders guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 64.8% |
| French | 8.2% |
| German | 6.6% |
| Spanish | 4.3% |
| Italian | 3.1% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Scottish Borders?
Scottish Borders Airbnbs average 4.79 stars, and 46% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. The category scores are tightly bunched, and value for money is the lowest, at 4.75.
Communication and check-in score highest in Scottish Borders; 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 | 4.83 |
| Cleanliness | 4.79 |
| Communication | 4.85 |
| Location | 4.83 |
| Check-in | 4.85 |
| Value | 4.75 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Scottish Borders: Stays, Rules and Fees
Nearly nine in ten Scottish Borders listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 14% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 34% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Scottish Borders listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 52%
- 181-270 days 36%
- 91-180 days 11%
- 31-90 days 1%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 52.0% | 106 |
| 181-270 days | 35.8% | 73 |
| 91-180 days | 10.8% | 22 |
| 31-90 days | 1.5% | 3 |
Days a year Scottish Borders listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 1%
- 181-270 days 13%
- 91-180 days 34%
- 31-90 days 34%
- 1-30 days 18%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 1.5% | 3 |
| 181-270 days | 12.7% | 26 |
| 91-180 days | 33.8% | 69 |
| 31-90 days | 34.3% | 70 |
| 1-30 days | 17.6% | 36 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Scottish Borders?
The average Scottish Borders booking lasts 3.9 nights, longest in February and shortest in December. Listings took about 24 bookings each over the year, some 4,880 in all. 56% 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 Scottish Borders
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 3.8 nights 4.3 nights 3.5 nights
Two-year average by calendar month.
Scottish Borders Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
Nearly eight in ten listings in Scottish Borders accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Scottish Borders 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 Scottish Borders?
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Scottish Borders, used by 34% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: nearly six in ten listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 38% on Flexible or Moderate.
Cancellation policies of Scottish Borders listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Scottish Borders?
Nearly two-thirds of Scottish Borders listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is £63, but a minority of much higher fees lifts the average to £134, so the median is the better guide. Spread over the average stay of 3.9 nights, that adds roughly £16 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 12% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- £63
- Average cleaning fee
- £134
- Listings charging a fee
- 63.7%
- Share of gross revenue
- 12.2%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Scottish Borders
The top-grossing Airbnb in Scottish Borders, a three-bedroom home, took in £136,000 over the past year, about 7.7 times the city's average of £17,500.
3 Bed in Kelso (oc-95231) Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 5.00 
2 Bed in Hawick (oc-91905) Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.88 - Revenue
- £85,313
- Occupancy
- 57.8%
- Daily rate
- £451
Comfortable Family Farmhouse by St Mary's Loch Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.93 - Revenue
- £72,036
- Occupancy
- 41.8%
- Daily rate
- £429
Unique and secluded loch side cabin Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- £67,665
- Occupancy
- 68.0%
- Daily rate
- £274
4 Bed in Kelso (oc-b33446) Entire home · 4 bedrooms - Revenue
- £60,243
- Occupancy
- 34.7%
- Daily rate
- £590
Courtyard House Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.90 - Revenue
- £59,760
- Occupancy
- 74.8%
- Daily rate
- £206
Who Are the Top Airbnb Hosts in Scottish Borders?
Holidaycottages.Co.Uk is the top-grossing host in Scottish Borders, with £278,000 in bookings across 3 listings over the past year; a second account under the same name runs another 3. Together, the ten top-grossing hosts run 26% of the market's 204 listings. Holidaycottages.Co.Uk also earns more per listing than any other host on the list.
| # | Host | Listings | Gross revenue | Per listing | Avg. rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Holidaycottages.Co.Uk Account 1 | 3 | £277,531 | £92,510 | 4.96/5 | |
| Cottages | 7 | £181,505 | £25,929 | 4.93/5 | |
| Holidaycottages.Co.Uk Account 2 | 3 | £104,727 | £34,909 | 4.78/5 | |
| 4 | Mason James | 15 | £98,550 | £6,570 | 4.48/5 |
| 5 | Kate | 2 | £98,125 | £49,062 | 4.96/5 |
| 6 | Martyn | 3 | £95,755 | £31,918 | 4.91/5 |
| 7 | Wigwam Holidays Cove Farm | 4 | £88,997 | £22,249 | 4.67/5 |
| 8 | Bryce | 11 | £75,832 | £6,894 | 4.56/5 |
| 9 | Samantha | 1 | £67,665 | £67,665 | 5.00/5 |
| 10 | Holiday Homes | 5 | £62,028 | £12,406 | 4.00/5 |
Account numbers mark separate host accounts that share a display name.
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Scottish Borders?
Professional management companies run 30% of Scottish Borders listings and owners run the rest. Superhosts run 36% 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 95% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 36.3%
- Professional management
- 29.9%
- Cohosted listings
- 17.6%
- Instant Book enabled
- 56.9%
- Simplified Pricing
- 94.6%
Nearby markets
Scottish Borders vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 45 km, Midlothian (41 km away, 57 listings) earned the most per listing, about 54% more than Scottish Borders. Port Seton was the busiest, booked on 51% of nights against 38% in Scottish Borders.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hawick 19 km | 37 | £19,011 | £161 | 36% |
| Innerleithen 24 km | 42 | £20,865 | £144 | 43% |
| Peebles 33 km | 47 | £20,303 | £148 | 47% |
| Midlothian 41 km | 57 | £27,067 | £230 | 45% |
| Wooler 43 km | 44 | £18,523 | £193 | 36% |
| East Lothian 43 km | 88 | £19,929 | £186 | 42% |
| Longniddry 45 km | 35 | £16,803 | £182 | 47% |
| Port Seton 45 km | 30 | £21,007 | £186 | 51% |
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 Scottish Borders
Markets elsewhere in the United Kingdom with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Scottish Borders:
- Whitby Airbnb data UK · £203/night · 38.3%
- West Lindsey Airbnb data UK · £201/night · 38.0%
- Breckland District Airbnb data UK · £202/night · 38.8%
- Herefordshire Airbnb data UK · £200/night · 38.7%
- Hinderwell Airbnb data UK · £197/night · 38.4%
- Babergh Airbnb data UK · £208/night · 37.6%
FAQ
Scottish Borders Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Scottish Borders?
An active Scottish Borders Airbnb grossed £17,527 on average in the 12 months to October 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 204 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in £2,900 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Scottish Borders?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Scottish Borders listings earn between £813 and £2,900 in a typical month, and the top tenth £4,550 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb income calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
What is the average Airbnb occupancy rate in Scottish Borders?
Listings in Scottish Borders were booked on 38% 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 Scottish Borders?
The average booked night in Scottish Borders cost £203 before fees. Half of listings charge between £110 and £205, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Scottish Borders?
In Scottish Borders, 23% of active listings display a registration, permit or license number. The share shows what hosts display, not what the rules allow, so confirm registration, permit and tourist-tax rules with the local authority before buying.
Is Airbnb profitable in Scottish Borders?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Scottish Borders Airbnb grossed £17,527 in the 12 months to October 2026, 39% 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, £10,767 a year (about £900 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 Scottish Borders?
August usually pays best, averaging £3,140 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 Scottish Borders?
Each night a Scottish Borders listing was open to book earned £70 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 £137 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Scottish Borders?
Scottish Borders 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 Scottish Borders?
The average Scottish Borders Airbnb stay lasted 3.9 nights over the past year. A listing took 24 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Scottish Borders rated?
Guests rate Scottish Borders Airbnbs 4.79 out of 5 on average. Guests score communication highest and value lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Scottish Borders?
Melrose, Kelso and Jedburgh draw the most short-term rental interest in Scottish Borders. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Scottish Borders?
AirROI counted 204 active Airbnb listings in Scottish Borders as of October 2026. The closest tracked market is Hawick, 19 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Scottish Borders?
In Scottish Borders, nearly two-thirds of listings add a cleaning fee. The median fee is £63, but a minority of much higher fees lifts the average to £134, so the median is the better guide.
How many tourists visit Scottish Borders, UK?
All of Scotland had 15,191,000 overnight visitors in 2024, VisitScotland reports. AirROI estimates 4,880 Airbnb stays in Scottish Borders, 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 204 active Airbnb listings in Scottish Borders 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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