Lake Palm Resort Luxury Waterfront on 3 acres Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.43 - Revenue
- A$216,730
- Occupancy
- 39.4%
- Daily rate
- A$1,428
Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
The average Airbnb in Dora Creek brought in A$57,083 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 22% more than the New South Wales average of A$46,850.
The short answer
Rates in Dora Creek run ahead of the New South Wales average, with bookings close to it. Listings averaged A$517 a night and were booked on 39% of available nights, against A$445 and 41% for the New South Wales average.
Timing matters: in December, usually the best month, the average listing earns about 3.1 times as much as in May, usually the slowest. With only 30 active listings, a few bookings can reorder the months.
With 30 active listings, Dora Creek is the 220th-largest of 305 New South Wales markets AirROI tracks.
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Gross bookings per Dora Creek listing averaged A$57,083 over the 12 months to September 2026 (New South Wales average: A$46,850), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
In a typical year, the average Dora Creek listing brings in A$11,800 in December, its best month, and A$3,770 in May, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 37% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
In a typical month, a top-quarter listing earns at least 2.7 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
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.
December earns about 3.1 times what May does
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$6,900. 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 September 2026 data. September's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to August.
December 2025 led on revenue and bookings; nightly rates peaked in January 2026.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | A$5,467 | 40.4% | A$497 | A$182 | 15 days | 4.1 nights |
| Oct 2025 | A$6,642 | 49.5% | A$523 | A$214 | 31 days | 2.7 nights |
| Nov 2025 | A$6,576 | 49.6% | A$501 | A$219 | 39 days | 3.5 nights |
| Dec 2025 | A$11,790 | 56.4% | A$587 | A$380 | 37 days | 4.1 nights |
| Jan 2026 | A$9,828 | 48.3% | A$618 | A$317 | 28 days | 3.4 nights |
| Feb 2026 | A$4,621 | 36.9% | A$486 | A$165 | 23 days | 2.3 nights |
| Mar 2026 | A$5,145 | 36.4% | A$491 | A$166 | 27 days | 3.5 nights |
| Apr 2026 | A$6,066 | 36.2% | A$565 | A$202 | 33 days | 3.4 nights |
| May 2026 | A$3,563 | 27.3% | A$497 | A$115 | 13 days | 2.3 nights |
| Jun 2026 | A$6,048 | 37.7% | A$522 | A$202 | 21 days | 3.8 nights |
| Jul 2026 | A$7,875 | 46.7% | A$555 | A$254 | 17 days | 4.3 nights |
| Aug 2026 | A$4,546 | 36.5% | A$482 | A$147 | 19 days | 3.2 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 Dora Creek home could earn, enter its address, bedrooms and guests in the Airbnb calculator; it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
Profit
Yes, when it's run well. The average Dora Creek Airbnb took in A$57,083 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about A$2,940 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 A$4,740 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the A$6,920 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about A$3,510 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about A$2,520 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 | A$50,163 | A$80,210 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay12% of Dora Creek bookings | A$6,920 | A$11,070 |
| Gross bookings | A$57,083 | A$91,280 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 15%: 15.5% for the 93% of Dora Creek listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −A$8,370 | −A$13,390 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; A$0 if you clean yourself | −A$6,920 | −A$11,070 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −A$2,850 | −A$4,560 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −A$1,140 | −A$1,830 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −A$1,710 | −A$2,740 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −A$570 | −A$570 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −A$290 | −A$290 |
| ManagementA$0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | A$0 | A$0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | A$0 | A$0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | A$0 | A$0 |
| Total running costsAbout 26% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −A$21,850 | −A$34,450 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | A$35,233about A$2,940 a month | A$56,830about A$4,740 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
The estimate starts from Dora Creek'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 Dora Creek 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 A$7,610 a month, against A$4,760 for the average one.
Occupancy
Dora Creek listings were booked on 39% of the nights they were open over the past year, 2 percentage points below the New South Wales average (41%) and 4 points below the Australia average (43%). In a typical year, occupancy climbs to 56% in December and falls to 32% in May.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about 3.5 times as often as the bottom quarter.
December is usually the busiest month in Dora Creek, May the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month rate of 39% 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 Dora Creek, known as ADR (average daily rate), was A$517 over the past year, about 16% above the New South Wales average of A$445 and about 34% above the Australia average of A$385. In a typical year, rates peak in January at about A$620 and bottom out in September at about A$455.
The top 10% charge about three times the rate of the bottom quarter.
January rates run 36% above September's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$527.
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 Dora Creek it averaged A$197 over the past year, from about A$122 in a typical May to about A$380 in a typical December.
Per open night, by tier:
December RevPAR is about 3.1 times May's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2024 to August 2026
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$226. The 12-month RevPAR of A$197 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Seasonality
With only 30 active listings, the monthly pattern in Dora Creek is noisy, since a few long or pricey stays can lift a month; revenue has tended to peak in December and bottom out in May.
Average revenue by month in Dora Creek
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, A$6,450.
| Month | Revenue per listing |
|---|---|
| January | A$9,830 |
| February | A$4,780 |
| March | A$5,360 |
| April | A$6,930 |
| May | A$3,770 |
| June | A$5,620 |
| July | A$7,420 |
| August | A$4,060 |
| September | A$5,400 |
| October | A$6,430 |
| November | A$6,060 |
| December | A$11,800 |
Guests book Dora Creek stays 24 days ahead on average (about three weeks). December stays are booked furthest out, about 37 days ahead, and May stays closest to arrival, about 14 days. A typical December booking is made in early November.
December stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2024 to August 2026
The 12-month figure of 24 days averages each listing's year as a whole; each month here averages only the listings with stays in it.
Permits
All 30 active listings in Dora Creek 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 Dora Creek.
Neighborhoods
AirROI's area guide picks eight Dora Creek neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Dora Creek Waterfront, Dora Creek Village and Fennell Bay. 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 |
|---|---|---|
| Dora Creek Waterfront | Scenic location by the lake, attracting both relaxation seekers and nature lovers. Ideal for guests looking for a peaceful retreat close to nature. | Lake Macquarie, Dora Creek Wharf, Dora Creek Nature Reserve, Local parks and picnic areas |
| Dora Creek Village | Centrally located with charming local amenities, making it convenient for guests to access shops and restaurants while enjoying a small-town vibe. | Local cafes, Shops and markets, Community events, Dora Creek walking trails |
| Fennell Bay | Located just a short drive from Dora Creek, this area offers easy access to Lake Macquarie's recreational activities, attracting boaters and families. | Fennell Bay Park, Boat ramp access to Lake Macquarie, Fishing spots, Picnic areas |
| Morpeth | Historic village with heritage buildings and boutique shops, appealing to visitors interested in history and unique finds. | Morpeth Museum, Local artisan shops, Cafes and eateries, Heritage walking tours |
| Cams Wharf | A tranquil coastal retreat that offers both relaxation and adventure, popular for guests looking to unwind or explore the outdoors. | Cams Wharf Beach, Watagans National Park, Kayaking and water sports, Scenic walking trails |
| Wyee Point | A quiet residential area with access to beautiful parks and playgrounds, great for families and nature enthusiasts. | Wyee Point Park, Local playgrounds, Nature walks, Community facilities |
| Awaba | Known for its scenic rural landscape and proximity to Lake Macquarie, Awaba is ideal for guests who appreciate nature and comfort. | Awaba House, Rural scenic views, Local farms, Walking and biking trails |
| Booragul | A lakeside suburb that offers stunning views and a variety of water activities, attracting guests who love outdoor adventures. | Booragul Park, Lake Macquarie waterfront, Fishing and boating, Walking paths along the lake |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Every Airbnb in Dora Creek is an entire home: all 30 listings rent the whole place. Houses account for 83% of the stock; hotels, guesthouses and B&Bs come next at 10%.
Every listing rents the whole place
Dora Creek Airbnb listings by room type
Houses dominate the property mix
Dora Creek Airbnb listings by property type
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| House | 83.3% | 25 |
| Hotel/Boutique | 10.0% | 3 |
| Others | 3.3% | 1 |
| Cabin/Outdoor | 3.3% | 1 |
Most Dora Creek homes are built for groups: 77% of entire homes have three or more bedrooms, and three- and four-bedroom homes are equally common (27% each).
Dora Creek entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 13.3% | 4 |
| 2 bedrooms | 10.0% | 3 |
| 3 bedrooms | 26.7% | 8 |
| 4 bedrooms | 26.7% | 8 |
| 5+ bedrooms | 23.3% | 7 |
Dora Creek is a group-trip market: 53% of listings sleep eight or more guests, about 2.3 times the share of the next most common size, six guests (23%).
Dora Creek listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 13.3% | 4 |
| 4 guests | 6.7% | 2 |
| 6 guests | 23.3% | 7 |
| 7 guests | 3.3% | 1 |
| 8+ guests | 53.3% | 16 |
Dora Creek hosts set up an average of 4.5 beds per listing. About two in ten listings (20%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
Lake access is close to standard in Dora Creek: 93% of listings offer it, and 80% have a waterfront setting.
Share of Dora Creek listings with each common amenity
Guests
Dora Creek draws mostly domestic guests: 96% of those who left reviews live in Australia. Sydney alone accounts for 25% of reviews.
96% of Dora Creek guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
Where Dora Creek guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Sydney | 24.6% |
| Melbourne | 2.0% |
| Newcastle | 2.0% |
| Coffs Harbour | 1.6% |
Where Dora Creek guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Australia | 96.1% |
| New Zealand | 0.8% |
| United Kingdom | 0.8% |
| China | 0.4% |
| United States | 0.4% |
Languages spoken by Dora Creek guests
Share of guests who left reviews
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 66.7% |
| Spanish | 6.1% |
| Chinese | 6.1% |
| Korean | 4.0% |
| Bengali | 3.0% |
Dora Creek Airbnbs average 4.71 stars, and 23% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on cleanliness: it scores 4.63, against 4.90 for check-in.
Check-in scores highest in Dora Creek; cleanliness is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.75 |
| Cleanliness | 4.63 |
| Communication | 4.89 |
| Location | 4.84 |
| Check-in | 4.90 |
| Value | 4.64 |
Booking patterns
About nine in ten Dora Creek listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 13% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 91 to 180 days a year, covering 47% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Dora Creek listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 43.3% | 13 |
| 181-270 days | 46.7% | 14 |
| 91-180 days | 10.0% | 3 |
Days a year Dora Creek listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 181-270 days | 13.3% | 4 |
| 91-180 days | 46.7% | 14 |
| 31-90 days | 23.3% | 7 |
| 1-30 days | 16.7% | 5 |
The average Dora Creek booking lasts 3.8 nights, longest in September and shortest in February. Listings took about 25 bookings each over the year. 55% of listings that give a check-in time set it at 2 p.m., with check-out usually at 10 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Dora Creek
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Two-year average by calendar month.
Nearly three-quarters of listings in Dora Creek accept stays of one or two nights.
Minimum stay set by Dora Creek 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 Dora Creek, used by 67% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: more than three-quarters of listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 23% on Flexible or Moderate.
Cancellation policies of Dora Creek listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
Nearly nine in ten Dora Creek listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is about A$239. Spread over the average stay of 3.8 nights, that adds roughly A$65 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 12% of gross revenue.
Top earners
The top-grossing Airbnb in Dora Creek, a six-bedroom home, took in A$217,000 over the past year, about 3.8 times the city's average of A$57,100. Four of the six listings below have five or more bedrooms; the other two have two and four bedrooms.
Lake Palm Resort Luxury Waterfront on 3 acres Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.43
DoraBliss: Waterfront Luxury - Heated Pool + Jetty Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 5.00
Dora Creek Escape with Pool & Spa Entire home · 5 bedrooms Rated 4.71
Grandwater Escape Entire home · 6 bedrooms Rated 4.93
Six on the Creek Entire home · 4 bedrooms Rated 4.90
Evergreen Escape Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.64 Only 3% of Dora Creek listings are classed as professionally managed, though 67% of listings have a co-host. Only 27% of listings are run by Superhosts. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 93% of listings.
Nearby markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 37 km, Nulkaba (34 km away, 46 listings) earned the most per listing, about 38% more than Dora Creek. Newcastle-Maitland was the busiest, booked on 45% of nights against 39% in Dora Creek.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake Macquarie City Council 10 km | 143 | A$53,029 | A$484 | 35% |
| Budgewoi 18 km | 37 | A$41,839 | A$426 | 35% |
| Newcastle-Maitland 26 km | 797 | A$45,881 | A$352 | 45% |
| The Entrance 29 km | 170 | A$25,573 | A$358 | 31% |
| Nulkaba 34 km | 46 | A$78,664 | A$761 | 30% |
| Cessnock 36 km | 461 | A$63,906 | A$614 | 34% |
| Central Coast Council 36 km | 774 | A$47,529 | A$544 | 33% |
| Wollombi 37 km | 67 | A$47,674 | A$486 | 32% |
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FAQ
An active Dora Creek Airbnb grossed A$57,083 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 30 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in A$8,550 or more in a typical month.
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Dora Creek listings earn between A$3,140 and A$8,550 in a typical month, and the top tenth A$14,000 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 Dora Creek were booked on 39% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 41% for the New South Wales average. December is usually the busiest month.
The average booked night in Dora Creek cost A$517 before fees. Half of listings charge between A$315 and A$625, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
All active Dora Creek 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 Dora Creek Airbnb grossed A$57,083 in the 12 months to September 2026, 22% above the New South Wales average of A$46,850. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, A$35,233 a year (about A$2,940 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 A$4,740 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
December usually pays best, averaging A$11,800 per active listing, and May usually pays least. The month-by-month table above shows how the latest 12 months played out.
Each night a Dora Creek listing was open to book earned A$197 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 A$360 or more.
Dora Creek stays were booked 24 days (about three weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so most of a month is booked well before it starts.
The average Dora Creek Airbnb stay lasted 3.8 nights over the past year. A listing took 25 reservations over the year on average.
Guests rate Dora Creek Airbnbs 4.71 out of 5 on average. Guests score check-in highest and cleanliness lowest.
Dora Creek Waterfront, Dora Creek Village and Fennell Bay draw the most short-term rental interest in Dora Creek. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
AirROI counted 30 active Airbnb listings in Dora Creek as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Lake Macquarie City Council, 10 km away.
In Dora Creek, nearly nine in ten listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about A$239.
Method
Figures on this page cover 30 active Airbnb listings in Dora Creek from October 2025 to September 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 Australian dollars at A$1.44 per US$, the typical rate from October 2025 to September 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.
Need this programmatically? The same metrics are available through the AirROI Airbnb Data API and bulk downloads in the data portal.