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How much can your cabin earn?

The Upper Cumberland is one of Tennessee’s fastest-growing short-term rental markets. Big South Fork draws adventure travelers year-round, Dale Hollow Lake packs out every summer, and buyers are discovering that a well-positioned cabin can pay for itself. Run the numbers by location, bedroom count, and amenities.

Team Denehy Real Estate · Fentress County, TN
Cabin & Short-Term Rental Income Estimator

Thinking about buying a cabin as an investment? Estimate your potential annual rental income for Big South Fork and Dale Hollow Lake area properties.

📊 Local Market Benchmarks — Big South Fork Area
$145–$220
Avg. Nightly Rate (2BR)
52–68%
Annual Occupancy
Summer & Fall
Peak Seasons
$38k–$55k
Typical Annual Gross (2BR)
🏠Property Details
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See market benchmarks above. Rates vary by season.
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$0 if paying cash
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~$600–$1,200 typical
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STR policies run higher
Estimated Annual Gross Income
$0
Conservative to Optimistic range
Based on adjusted nightly rate
Conservative
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~50% occupancy
New listing, building reviews, off-peak heavy
Moderate
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~62% occupancy
Established listing, good reviews, solid marketing
Optimistic
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~75% occupancy
Top-rated listing, premium amenities, repeat guests
📈Income & Expense Breakdown
Gross Annual Revenue
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Before expenses
Platform Fees (3%)
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Airbnb / VRBO host fee
Mgmt Fee
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Self-managed: $0
Utilities & Supplies
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Est. ~$3,600–$5,400/yr
Maintenance & Repairs
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Est. 5% of gross revenue
Total Annual Expenses
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Including mortgage, tax, insurance
Estimated Net Annual Cash Flow
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Est. Cash-on-Cash Return
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📅Estimated Monthly Revenue
Revenue projection by month — Big South Fork seasonality

🌟 Tips to Maximize Your Rental Income in This Market

ⓘ These estimates are based on local market research and comparable Airbnb/VRBO listings in Fentress County and surrounding Upper Cumberland counties. Actual income varies significantly based on listing quality, reviews, pricing strategy, seasonality, and local regulations. This tool is for planning purposes only and is not a guarantee of income. Consult a CPA for tax implications of short-term rental income.

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Tim & Lori know the STR market in this area well. We can point you toward properties with strong rental potential near Big South Fork, Dale Hollow Lake, and beyond.

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Tim & Lori can walk you through what these numbers mean for your specific situation and point you toward properties that fit your criteria.

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tim@denehyhomes.com  ·  (702) 569-9557  ·  Jamestown, TN 38556