Short-Term Rental Regulations
in Eagle River, WI

Airbnb listings are allowed in Eagle River, WI, but with restrictions. Short-term rentals are restricted; single-family zoned residences cannot be rented more than once in a seven-day period unless the owner resides on-site. Operators must appoint a local contact within 40 miles available 24/7, maintain a guest register, and ensure no RVs or tents are used for additional guest accommodation. 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 restricted; single-family zoned residences cannot be rented more than once in a seven-day period unless the owner resides on-site. Operators must appoint a local contact within 40 miles available 24/7, maintain a guest register, and ensure no RVs or tents are used for additional guest accommodation.

Yes, a permit is required to operate a short-term rental in Eagle River. 1. Obtain required prerequisites: a Vilas County Public Health permit, a WI Seller’s Permit/PRAT registration, and a certificate of insurance. 2. Schedule and pass an annual fire inspection with the Eagle River Fire Department. 3. Submit the completed City STR Application with a site plan and the fee ($300 initial/$200 renewal) to the City Clerk by December 31.

1. Obtain required prerequisites: a Vilas County Public Health permit, a WI Seller’s Permit/PRAT registration, and a certificate of insurance. 2. Schedule and pass an annual fire inspection with the Eagle River Fire Department. 3. Submit the completed City STR Application with a site plan and the fee ($300 initial/$200 renewal) to the City Clerk by December 31.

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