Make your Mudgee property work for you

There's more to great hosting than a listing and a lockbox. With Hometime, you get a local Mudgee host who treats your property with real care, a consistent income you can count on, and guests who leave five-star reviews, without you having to lift a finger.

Airbnb Host Rating

4.91 Stars

Getting more guests to your property

Meet your local Mudgee host

Our Mudgee Local Host has deep roots in this region and a genuine passion for sharing it. She knows the wineries worth visiting, the producers worth seeking out, and exactly what makes a Mudgee stay memorable. When something comes up with your property, she's already on it.

Liss

Local Host

Liss’ family's hospitality background in the Blue Mountains gave her a love of hosting that she's brought to Mudgee. She lives in Mudgee with her family and knows what makes this place special: the laidback lifestyle, the tight-knit community, and the incredible local produce. Her team takes real pride in creating clean, comfortable spaces, and she uses eco-friendly products throughout. Guests can also count on her local tips to make the most of their stay.

Our team in Mudgee

Liss is backed by Hometime's national team of short-term rental specialists; people who live and breathe listings, pricing and guest experience. Together, we handle the details so your property performs at its best, day in and day out.

Your Mudgee property is taken care of in the best hands

Professional cleaning

Every stay ends with a thorough clean, so guests always arrive at a fresh, well-presented space that reflects well on your property.

Proactive maintenance

Small issues get sorted before they become bigger ones. We keep a close eye on your property and act quickly, so its condition and value are protected over time.

Timely guest communication

Liss and her team respond to guests quickly and with genuine warmth. Our communication scores sit 10% above Airbnb's benchmark, and guests notice.

Data-driven pricing

We combine market analytics with years of internal data to set nightly rates that go beyond what Airbnb's Smart Pricing can offer.

Optimised listings that stand out

Great photography, carefully written copy and ongoing listing optimisation mean your property gets seen, and booked.

Transparent owner portal

Check your bookings, earnings and performance whenever you like, and message your Local Host directly from the same place.

Where we operate in Mudgee

Mudgee Township

Mudgee, Bombira, and more

Southern Surrounds

Budgee Budgee, and more

Hear from our Mudgee homeowners

Mudgee, NSW

“I’ve never had a problem that Liss couldn’t handle.”

Unlike their previous managers, Local Host Liss understood and worked with this Mudgee homeowner to fulfil their personal vision for the property. Now, he enjoys reliable, passive earnings that offset mortgage costs, while enjoying the home when not in use.

Market insights from Mudgee

Wine lovers, food travellers, couples on a weekend escape and families from Sydney love travelling to Mudgee, and they frequently come back. Mudgee thrives in the right seasons. The autumn harvest (March to May), the Mudgee Wine & Food Festival, and spring bring the biggest waves of visitors. Long weekends drive strong demand year-round. By listing your property as a short-term rental, you have the flexibility to enjoy the property when you want and earn when it's not in use.

50%

Average occupancy in Mudgee

$390

Average daily rate in Mudgee

Frequently Asked Questions

How much can I earn from short-term rentals in Mudgee?

It depends on your property type, location and the time of year, but Mudgee's profile as a wine and food destination means demand holds up well across the seasons. With an average daily rate of $390, well-managed properties often achieve strong returns, particularly around events and long weekends. In particular, April sees a spike in bookings with a 66% occupancy average, with visitors enjoying Mudgee’s vineyards in the autumn weather, Mudgee’s farmers markets and local wine tastings. Hometime's revenue team uses live market data alongside Liss's local knowledge to make sure your rates reflect what the market will actually bear.

Are short-term rentals legal in Mudgee?

Yes, short-term rentals are legal in NSW. Properties need to be registered on the NSW STRA Register and operate under the state's mandatory code of conduct. In non-exempt areas, unhosted properties are limited to 180 nights per year. Mid-Western Regional Council has its own planning considerations, so it's worth checking with your council for anything specific to your property.

What seasons drive the most bookings in Mudgee?

Mudgee averages at 50% occupancy and experiences a seasonal spike in demand during Autumn. The wine harvest (March to May), the Mudgee Wine & Food Festival and the cooler autumn months are particularly strong. Spring brings wildflower season and a wave of visitors from Sydney, while winter festivals and local events keep demand moving through the quieter stretches. Long weekends are reliably busy almost any time of year.