Barnstable, Massachusetts

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Barnstable County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Tax: 14.45%

14 nights/yrAnnual Cap

14.45%Tax Rate

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredNot specified

Renewalannual

Business License RequiredNot specified

WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified

Primary Residence RequiredNot specified

Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Max Nights Per Year14 nights

Parking RequiredNot specified

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOT14.45%

Official Sources

barnstable.gov/Departments/planninganddevelopment/Barnstable-Short-Term-Rental-Information.asp barnstable.gov/Departments/Finance/Barnstable-Short-Term-Rental-Information.asp barnstable.gov/boardscommittees/PlanningBoard/

Data confidence: 43%Last updated: May 12, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Barnstable, Massachusetts

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Barnstable, Massachusetts are allowed with a permit. A lodging/occupancy tax of 14.45% applies.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Barnstable, Massachusetts?

Short-term rentals (including Airbnb and Vrbo) are allowed with a permit in Barnstable, Massachusetts.

What taxes apply to short-term rentals in Barnstable?

Short-term rentals in Barnstable are subject to a lodging/occupancy tax of 14.45%.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Barnstable?

Yes — Barnstable sets a cap of 14 rental nights per year.

Always verify before you buy. Short-term-rental rules change often and may not be fully current here. Confirm directly with Barnstable, Barnstable County, or Massachusetts authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.