France Vacation Rental Market Size, Share, and COVID-19 Impact Analysis, By Booking Mode (Online and Offline), By Accommodation Type (Home, Apartment, and Resort/Condominium), and France Vacation Rental Market Insights, Industry Trend, Forecasts to 2035.

France Vacation Rental Market Insights Forecasts to 2035

• The France Vacation Rental Market Size was estimated at USD 3,258.25 Million in 2024
• The Market Size is Expected to Grow at a CAGR of around 4.50% from 2025 to 2035
• The France Vacation Rental Market Size is Expected to Reach USD 5,284.88 Million by 2035

The France Vacation Rental Market Size is Anticipated to reach USD 5,284.88 Million By 2035, Growing at a CAGR of 4.50% from 2025 to 2035.  Surge in local travel, preference for home-like stays, and growing popularity of remote work vacations.

Market Overview

The France vacation rental market encompasses short-term rental properties like apartments, houses, and villas, typically used by tourists for leisure or vacation purposes. Offering a diverse range of options, from urban rentals in Paris to rural retreats in regions like Provence, it caters to both domestic and international visitors. Online platforms such as Airbnb, Vrbo, and Booking.com have been key enablers of growth, allowing property owners to easily list their spaces and connect with travelers. The market provides an alternative to traditional hotels, offering more flexibility, space, and often a more authentic local experience. With France being one of the most visited countries globally, the vacation rental market remains integral to its broader tourism sector, providing a wide range of accommodation options to meet the evolving preferences of modern travelers.

Report Coverage

This research report categorizes the market for the France vacation rental market based on various segments and regions and forecasts revenue growth and analyzes trends in each submarket. The report analyses the key growth drivers, opportunities, and challenges influencing the France vacation rental market. Recent market developments and competitive strategies such as expansion, product launch, and development, partnership, merger, and acquisition have been included to draw the competitive landscape in the market. The report strategically identifies and profiles the key market players and analyses their core competencies in each sub-segment of the France vacation rental market.

Driving Factors

Online platforms such as Airbnb, Vrbo, and Booking.com have simplified the process of booking short-term rentals, broadening access for both hosts and travelers. Additionally, the rise in domestic tourism and the growing demand for spacious, home-like stays have further boosted the market. The shift towards remote work and longer stays, or "workcations," has also contributed to demand for vacation rentals, as travelers seek longer-term accommodations with better amenities. France’s rich cultural and geographical diversity continues to attract both international and local tourists.

Restraining Factors

Rising competition from traditional hotels and other accommodation types also poses a threat. Additionally, fluctuations in tourism demand, such as those caused by economic downturns or unforeseen events like pandemics, can impact market growth. Property maintenance costs, seasonal demand variations, and concerns around security and safety standards also limit the full potential of the vacation rental sector.

Market Segmentation

The France vacation rental market share is classified into booking mode and accommodation type.

• The offline segment held a leading revenue share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period.

The France vacation rental market is segmented by booking mode into online and offline. Among these, the offline segment held a leading revenue share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a significant CAGR during the forecast period. This is largely due to the continued reliance on traditional booking methods, such as phone reservations, walk-ins, or local agencies, especially for travelers who prefer personalized assistance or do not trust online platforms.

• The home segment held a major revenue share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period.

The France vacation rental market is segmented by accommodation type into home, apartment, and resort/condominium. Among these, the home segment held a major revenue share in 2024 and is expected to grow at a substantial CAGR during the forecast period. The growth is driven by the growing preference for larger, more private spaces that offer home-like amenities. Vacation homes, ranging from cottages in rural areas to villas near the coast, provide travelers with a unique and personalized experience.

Competitive Analysis:

The report offers the appropriate analysis of the key organizations/companies involved within the France vacation rental market along with a comparative evaluation primarily based on their product offering, business overviews, geographic presence, enterprise strategies, segment market share, and SWOT analysis. The report also provides an elaborative analysis focusing on the current news and developments of the companies, which includes product development, innovations, joint ventures, partnerships, mergers & acquisitions, strategic alliances, and others. This allows for the evaluation of the overall competition within the market.

List of Key Companies

• Airbnb
• Booking.com
• Vrbo
• Expedia Group
• Tripadvisor Rentals
• HomeAway
• Pierre & Vacances
• Clevacances
• TUI Villas
• Lodgis
• Others

Key Target Audience

• Market Players
• Investors
• End-users
• Government Authorities 
• Consulting and Research Firm
• Venture capitalists
• Value-Added Resellers (VARs)

Market Segment

This study forecasts revenue at France, regional, and country levels from 2020 to 2035. Spherical Insights has segmented the France vacation rental market based on the below-mentioned segments

France Vacation Rental Market, By Booking Mode

• Online
• Offline

France Vacation Rental Market, By Accommodation Type

• Home
• Apartment
• Resort/Condominium