If you’ve ever wished you could live like royalty or spend the night in a giant shoe, Airbnb can make your dreams come true. While standard homes and condos are a dime a dozen on this short-term rental platform, many extraordinary dwellings are available.
Read below for ten of the most unique Airbnbs across the United States that you can book today.
10. The Chinook CH-47D Helicopter House in Brooksville, Florida
Make an aircraft lovers’ day by booking this Chinook CH-47D helicopter transformed into living quarters. Located in Brooksville, Florida, this aircraft home accommodates six guests and has four beds and one bathroom.
It’s near a plethora of horseback, mountain bike, motorcycle, and hiking trails. Best of all, rental rates are as low as $154 per night.
9. A Hobbit-Like Forest Garden Yurt in Galena, Missouri
Step out of real life and into a storybook with this hobbit-inspired garden yurt. It’s located in Galena, Missouri, on four acres of Ozark forest. It has one bedroom and one bathroom but features five beds and can sleep up to six people.
Fire pits, camp chairs, and roasting sticks are included in the stay for a secluded, camp-like feel. This yurt rents for less than $100 per night.
8. The Haines Shoe House in Yorkana, Pennsylvania
Obsessed with nursery rhymes? Learn what it’s like to live in a shoe in this uniquely shaped house in rural Pennsylvania. This three-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath home can sleep up to six people and is near many York County attractions, including the Lancaster Amish community.
The home also boasts a hot tub, wood-burning fire pit, and outdoor dining space. This attraction can be rented for around $350 per night.
7. The Band Wagon in Benton, Tennessee
Step back into the 1800’s and book a stay in this covered bang wagon in Benton, Tennessee. Located on the Ocoee River, this unique dwelling allows access to the water and the Ocoee Riverside Farm.
While primitive on the outside, the inside of the wagon features a king bed plus bunk beds and central heat and air. There’s also a coffee maker, mini fridge & freezer, and microwave. The private full bathroom is only a few steps away. You can book the wagon for as little as $162 per night.
6. A Converted Silo Barn in Louisa, Virginia
Unwind in nature at this private converted silo barn located on 140 acres in Louisa, Virginia. The home is near a private natural swimming pond and 5+ miles of trails. You’ll enjoy farm animals like sheep, dwarf fainting goats, and more.
The silo features three bedrooms and one bathroom and can sleep up to six people. Rates are around $515 per night before fees.
5. The Apple Ridge Farm Caboose in Copper Hill, Virginia
If little ones (or adults) in your family are enamored with trains, make their dreams come true with a stay in this caboose on Apple Ridge farms. It boasts one bedroom and one bathroom but can sleep up to four people. It’s located in Copper Hill, Virginia, on 96 acres of mountain property, including more than 4 miles worth of hiking trails.
Proceeds from this Airbnb go to the non-profit “Help Kids Grow!.” You can book a night on the Apple Ridge Farm caboose for as low as $140 per day, excluding fees.
4. The Looking Glass Treehouse in Campton, Kentucky
Get your adventure on at this dual treehouse in the woods of Campton, Kentucky. Each treehouse is covered in mirrors, reflecting the woods to you, hence the Looking Glass name. There are two treehouses—the lower one houses the kitchen, and the bedroom is in the upper treehouse.
The treehouse has three beds and can accommodate up to five guests. Rates start at $252 per night.
3. The Owl Hill House in Pownal, Vermont
Get cozy in this organic-shaped home in Pownal, Vermont. The 570-square-foot house was built by a group of sculptors in the early 1980s. The interior features one bedroom, one bathroom, and a mid-century modern-like feel.
The home is near the Clark Art Institute and picturesque neighborhoods in southern Vermont. You can rent this home for as low as $255 per night.
2. The Hobbit-Inspired Enchanted Forest Tiny Home in Sevierville, Tennessee
Spend your vacation in a fairy-tale-inspired house in Sevierville, Tennessee. This tiny home features 200 square feet and can house up to four guests. The home was built with repurposed materials from the surrounding area with a Hobbit inspired design.
It’s minutes from Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge. Wi-Fi and a Roku TV are included, as are outdoor chairs and a shared barbeque area. Rates start at only $129 per night.
1. The Highlands Castle in Bolton, New York
Live in luxury at the Highlands Castle in Bolton, New York. Perched upon a mountaintop, this Castle overlooks Lake George for stunning views. It’s near downtown Bolton, making it easy to access grocery and dining options.
The Castle features three bedrooms and four beds and can sleep up to eight guests. Although it is stunning, it’s by far the most expensive on this list, costing a whopping $2,290 per night before fees.
