If you’re anything like us, you’re already dreaming about summer vacation. And any ideal trip obviously involves an exceptional stay. From the enchanting heights of a rustic treehouse in Alabama, to a sculptural oasis tucked into the hills of Austin, we’ve rounded up the top five most unique Airbnbs in the US that promise to add charm and wonder to your getaway.
5. Crane Hill, Alabama
Looking to get off the grid and reconnect with nature? This one-bedroom treehouse in Crane Hill, Alabama will allow you to do just that. Perfect for a solo traveler or couple, the $350-per-night space has several outdoor areas and furnished decks where you can snuggle up with a book or enjoy a meal al fresco among the string lights. With natural wood finishes and layered décor, the home’s organic ambiance travels throughout.
The free-standing bathtub sits in front of two wooden doors that swing open to a view of pure greenery, while the hanging outdoor daybed serves as the ideal post-hike nap location. Besides the numerous waterfall-imbued trails, you can also rent a boat or kayak at the lake just 10 minutes away.
The best part? With 40 acres of forest around you, all you’ll hear is the sounds of animals and nature rustling through the night.
4. Granby, Connecticut
Number four on our list is a cozy cottage that oozes a storybook feel. This $111-per-night historic, stone home in Granby, Connecticut has pumpkin pine floors and two bedrooms decorated with antique furniture, warm hues, and English accents. Inside the bathroom, you’ll find original fixtures from the 1930s that will transport you to a bygone era, while the abundant garden and flower boxes will inspire you to work on your green thumb.
With nothing but a kitchenette to store your necessities, you’ll be drawn to the surrounding town dotted with charming restaurants.
3. Bonny Doon, California
Climbing back up to a leafy perch, this next one is for those who want a less traditional treehouse. With an all-glass exterior, The Pinecone Treehouse, as it’s called, floats high in the Redwood Forest of California and gives you a 360-degree view of the whole upper canopy. The Instagram-able nest, which will cost you $650-per-night, has one bedroom in the primary space, while the bathroom sits below it, across a small, idyllic hanging bridge.
Inside the main room, you’ll only find a bed, nightstand, and seating, encouraging you to take in the surrounding nature. The bathroom’s shower runs along a built-in tree trunk, giving it an indoor-outdoor allure.
2. Captain Cook, Hawaii
If you’re more of a beach traveler, you’ll want to book this airy guest house in Captain Cook, Hawaii. Located on a mango farm, the three-story space features an open-air living room with a hammock, couches, kitchenette, and breakfast table for lounging and dining among the tropical landscape.
Constructed with 40-foot Cedar poles, the $218-per-night home itself blends seamlessly into the natural surroundings, while the modern finishes and Indonesian influences give it an elevated comfort.
Enjoy an in-house massage, or head to the ocean one mile down the road for swimming with dolphins, snorkeling, or surfing. And, of course, savor the home-grown mangoes.
1. Austin, Texas
Number one on our list brings you to Austin, Texas. The most architecturally intriguing space on our list, this sculptural home was originally built in the 1970s and restored in 2017. Its curved exterior that molds into the landscape, domed rooms, glass doors, and cave-like halls, gives it a whimsical appeal.
The living room is decorated with leather club chairs, a built-in high-top, and caved wood bar. Past the dining room and kitchen, up the stairs, sits the one bedroom and bathroom layered with potted plants throughout. With an outdoor deck that hangs among the trees, you’ll relish sitting outside with a glass of wine.
Located high up in West Lake Hills, guests drive past unmatched views of downtown Austin before arriving at a side street that leads to the dreamy $626-per-night structure standing out among the woodland.
