Short-Term Rental Regulations
in North Eastham, MA

Airbnb listings are allowed in North Eastham, MA, but with restrictions. STRs are restricted to a maximum of two dwelling units per owner, and corporate ownership is prohibited (LLCs/trusts must consist of natural persons). Operators must maintain at least $1 million in liability insurance, comply with the State Sanitary Code, and provide water test results if on a private well. 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.

STRs are restricted to a maximum of two dwelling units per owner, and corporate ownership is prohibited (LLCs/trusts must consist of natural persons). Operators must maintain at least $1 million in liability insurance, comply with the State Sanitary Code, and provide water test results if on a private well.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in North Eastham. Apply online via the Town’s OpenGov portal, providing a state DOR room occupancy excise number and water test results (or town water bill). Pay the required fee ($225-$350 depending on unit size) and pass a Health Department inspection, which is required initially and every three years thereafter.

Apply online via the Town’s OpenGov portal, providing a state DOR room occupancy excise number and water test results (or town water bill). Pay the required fee ($225-$350 depending on unit size) and pass a Health Department inspection, which is required initially and every three years thereafter.

Vrbo is permitted in North Eastham, MA 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 North Eastham 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 North Eastham. STR rules change frequently — verify the current requirements with the city or county before listing, using the official source linked on this page.