Eagle River, Wisconsin

Short-Term Rental Regulations — Vilas County

Allowed (Permit Required)

STR Status

Permit: RequiredBusiness License Required
✓ Verified against the official ordinance.View source· Last verified 6/10/2026

Permit & Licensing

Permit RequiredYes
Renewalannual
Business License RequiredYes
WaitlistNot specified

Owner Requirements

Owner Occupancy RequiredNot specified
Primary Residence RequiredNot specified
Insurance RequiredYes

Limits & Restrictions

Minimum Night Stayfewer than 29 consecutive days
Max Nights Per Year10 (without a license)
Parking RequiredYes

Taxes & Fees

Transient Occupancy Tax / TOTContact city for rates

Zoning Restrictions

  • Single Family zoned residences cannot be rented out more than once in a seven-day period except where owner resides on site

Official Sources

Data confidence: 97%Last updated: June 10, 2026

Short-term rental rules in Eagle River, Wisconsin

Short-term rentals (Airbnb, Vrbo) in Eagle River, Wisconsin are allowed with a permit. Operators must obtain a permit.

Frequently asked questions

Are short-term rentals allowed in Eagle River, Wisconsin?

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

Do I need a permit to run an Airbnb in Eagle River?

A short-term rental permit is required, a business license is also required.

Are there stay limits for short-term rentals in Eagle River?

Yes — Eagle River sets a minimum stay of 29 nights and a cap of 10 rental nights per year.

Where do these Eagle River short-term rental rules come from?

These details are verified against Eagle River'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 Eagle River, Vilas County, or Wisconsin authorities — and consult a qualified attorney — before purchasing property or operating an STR. This is not legal advice.