Bayfield, Wisconsin

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Bayfield County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredFee: $750Min Stay: 7Business License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/15/2026
$750License Cost
7Min. Night Stay

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
License Cost$750
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stay7
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • single-family residential dwelling units only; properties with more than four dwelling units required to follow commercial code

Official Sources

Data confidence: 97%Last updated: June 15, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Bayfield, Wisconsin

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Bayfield, Wisconsin are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit (fee: $750).

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Bayfield, Wisconsin?

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Bayfield?

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required, the fee is $750.

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

Yes — Bayfield sets a minimum stay of 7 nights.

Where do these Bayfield short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against Bayfield's official short-term rental ordinance and updated when the rules change.

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