10 incredible Airbnb rentals
Spring is the perfect time to plan a getaway and shake off the winter blues. If you’re looking for a vacation that breaks up your routine, these unique Airbnb rentals are the best places to stay. From a Cold War bunker to a converted covered wagon, these incredible homes will make it a vacation you always remember.
1. Dome Sweet Dome
Location: Bend, OR
Price per night: $145
Enjoy the natural beauty of the Pacific Northwest in an unusual but charming geodesic dome rental. The Airbnb is a short walk to the Deschutes River Trail and a quick bike ride to downtown Bend.
2. The Chuck Wagon at Ocoee Riverside Farm
Location: Benton, TN
Price per night: $158
Go glamping on a 30-acre riverfront farm in the quite town of Benton, Tennessee, and stay in this covered wagon Airbnb that will take you back in time. The rental features a picnic table, charcoal grill, and access to a private bathroom so you can enjoy nature and creature comforts on your stay. The wagon sleeps up to four, and family-friendly activities on the farm make it a perfect getaway for parents and young kids.
3. True Cold War Relic Atlas F Missile Silo
Location: Roswell, NM
Price per night: $499
History fanatics will love this stay in Roswell, New Mexico. The bunker’s upper level of the launch control center has been converted into a comfortable apartment. Each stay includes a tour highlighting the rental’s unique history.
4. Cheese Wedge Cabin on an Idyllic Farm
Location: Highland, WI
Price per night: $216
This absolutely charming “cheese wedge” tiny house offers a peaceful getaway on an idyllic sheep farm. The cabin is off-the-grid, but you can charge your phone with a portable solar generator or take a digital detox. Who needs screentime when you have sheep and a firepit?
5. Outside-the-Box Geodesic Dome in the Outer Banks
Location: Salvo, NC
Price per night: $297
Enjoy the Outer Banks of North Carolina from this freshly renovated 1971 geodesic dome. The rental fits up to 7 guests. You’ll enjoy the modern amenities, comfortable beds, and well-stocked kitchen when you’re not relaxing on the beach, kitesurfing, or stargazing from the deck.
6. Gingerbread House Tower in the Berkshire Hills
Location: Tyringham, MA
Price per night: $245
This magical Airbnb offers a fairytale experience for up to four guests. Escape to the Berkshires and enjoy nearby trails and quaint towns from the comfort of a storybook home. The grounds include a lily pond, stone bridges, and a running brook for a truly enchanting experience.
7. The Bloomhouse
Location: Austin, TX
Price per night: $603
This one-of-a-kind sculptural house is definitely keeping Austin weird. The work-of-art rental was built as “a monument to man and nature” by two University of Texas architecture students. The surreal one-bedroom rental sleeps up to four.
8. Unique Oasis Silo Barn
Location: Louisa, VA
Price per night: $395
This three-bedroom converted silo home is perfect for families and small group stays. The quiet getaway is tucked into 140 acres of woods with a private swimming pond and waterfall. Unplug and enjoy time with farm animals, hike more than five miles of trails, and roast marshmallows under the stars.
9. The Barkhouse TreehouseTopia
Location: Sevierville, TN
Price per night: $199
This fully tree-supported Airbnb rental is located on a secluded 25-acre lot just minutes from more natural attractions. Explore the Great Smoky National Park or Forbidden Caverns, then come back to enjoy gorgeous mountain views from the porch.
10. Hobbit Style Underground Cabin
Location: Broadway, VA
Price per night: $149
This Hobbit-style home, nestled in the valley of the Blue Ridge Mountains, offers a cozy getaway in a unique rental. The family hand-crafted the home, from a countertop made with stones from the property to furniture crafted with local wood.
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