Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Glen Ellen, CA

Airbnb listings are allowed in Glen Ellen, CA, but with restrictions. Vacation rentals are limited to whole private residences for 30 days or less in specific zones (AR, RR, PCRR, C2, LC, K) and prohibited in R1, R2, R3, and ADUs. Occupancy is capped at 2 persons per bedroom plus 2 additional (max 12), with quiet hours from 10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. and a requirement for a certified 24/7 property manager within a 30-mile radius. A permit is required before you can host. These rules apply to all short-term rental platforms (Airbnb, Vrbo, Booking.com, etc.) — not just Airbnb specifically. See the official source linked on this page for full requirements. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Vacation rentals are limited to whole private residences for 30 days or less in specific zones (AR, RR, PCRR, C2, LC, K) and prohibited in R1, R2, R3, and ADUs. Occupancy is capped at 2 persons per bedroom plus 2 additional (max 12), with quiet hours from 10:00 p.m. to 7:00 a.m. and a requirement for a certified 24/7 property manager within a 30-mile radius.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Glen Ellen. 1. Become a Certified Vacation Rental Property Manager by passing the county exam. 2. Apply for a Transient Vacation Rental (TVR) Permit and obtain a Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) number. 3. Apply for and obtain an annual Vacation Rental License, which must be renewed every year.

1. Become a Certified Vacation Rental Property Manager by passing the county exam. 2. Apply for a Transient Vacation Rental (TVR) Permit and obtain a Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) number. 3. Apply for and obtain an annual Vacation Rental License, which must be renewed every year.

Vrbo is permitted in Glen Ellen, CA under the same restrictions that apply to Airbnb — local rules govern the rental itself, not the specific platform. You must hold a valid permit before hosting on Vrbo. Last verified 2026-05-14.

Short-term rental hosts in Glen Ellen are typically responsible for lodging, occupancy, and applicable sales taxes — these usually apply even where hosting is allowed without a permit. Rates and remittance rules vary by jurisdiction (state, county, and city can each levy a share); confirm the current rates with the official source linked on this page. Platforms such as Airbnb and Vrbo collect some taxes automatically, but the host remains liable for any not collected on their behalf.

We are not currently tracking any recent short-term rental ordinance changes for Glen Ellen. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.