Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Orleans County, VT

Airbnb listings are allowed in Orleans County, VT, but with restrictions. Short-term rentals are subject to a 9% Rooms and Meals Tax and a 3% STR surcharge (effective Aug 1, 2024). Operations with 3+ units or those serving prepared food require a Department of Health lodging license; smaller operations must still comply with the Vermont Rental Housing Health and Safety Code overseen by the Division of Fire Safety. 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.

Short-term rentals are subject to a 9% Rooms and Meals Tax and a 3% STR surcharge (effective Aug 1, 2024). Operations with 3+ units or those serving prepared food require a Department of Health lodging license; smaller operations must still comply with the Vermont Rental Housing Health and Safety Code overseen by the Division of Fire Safety.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Orleans County. 1. Determine if a Department of Health lodging license is required (needed for 3+ units or if food is served). 2. Register for a Meals and Rooms Tax account via myVTax and remit the 3% STR surcharge using Form MRT-441 for rents collected on or after August 1, 2024. 3. Ensure compliance with the Vermont Rental Housing Health and Safety Code for fire safety inspections.

1. Determine if a Department of Health lodging license is required (needed for 3+ units or if food is served). 2. Register for a Meals and Rooms Tax account via myVTax and remit the 3% STR surcharge using Form MRT-441 for rents collected on or after August 1, 2024. 3. Ensure compliance with the Vermont Rental Housing Health and Safety Code for fire safety inspections.

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