AirBnB has been the latest craze for vacationers looking to immerse themselves in the culture and atmosphere of wherever they are traveling. But as unique as the concept of renting someone’s personal home for the night is, some of the Airbnbs available to rent are even more unconventional. So, we chose five cities in the U.S. to find the most eccentric and out of the ordinary Airbnbs that they have to offer.
Brooklyn, New York
Beautiful eco triplex w/green roof. Free yoga/spa. $650 per night
You’d think with five bedrooms and two living areas that this Airbnb would be more than enough for a New York City get-away. But, New York never disappoints with its eccentric and over the top styles. With a bridge that takes you over a koi pond filled with fish and turtles straight to the front door, entering this Airbnb is like stepping into nature right in the midst of the hustle and bustle of industrial New York City. Stocked with amenities such as a natural swimming pool and a tree house for the kids, this eclectic abode is the perfect place for people who want to explore New York City with an environmental twist.
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Los Angeles, California
Chaplin Historic Loft Cottage Cabin $200 per night
Located in the most central point in Los Angeles, this charming cottage is not only a cozy place to stay, but also a maximum 20 minute drive from “every corner of Los Angeles,” according to its listing. But what makes this cottage even more unique is the fact that it was built by the Charlie Chaplin in the 1920s. With a fairytale ambience and a European style, this wooden cottage is a romantic lodge that’s housed stars such as Marilyn Monroe and Patrick Dempsey. Live like one of Chaplin’s stars, even if just for a few nights!
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Denver, Colorado
Highlands Mansion: Exotic King! $239 per night
Denver is known for its Rocky Mountain views and ski resorts, but this Airbnb offers more of a spooky stay. Located in the Highlands neighborhood, this castle offers travelers the opportunity to spend the night in one of the most haunted places in Colorado. The room you get to sleep in is called the “Valentine Room,” where the apparent ghosts of two teenage girls that were murdered in 1970 still haunt whoever has the nerve to stay. But if you don’t believe in all the ghost talk, this Airbnb offers awesome architecture and an excellent location in Denver.
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New Orleans, Louisiana
Luxury Floating Villa $300 per night
Ever wanted to live by the water? How about on the water? Well, this Airbnb is here to grant your wish. This villa floats on a New Orleans waterway, giving travelers one of the most unique opportunities to experience all that New Orleans has to offer. Close enough to Bourbon Street to enjoy the party scene and culturally diverse cuisine, this Airbnb lets you enjoy New Orleans’ nightlife and aquatic life. If you ever need a place to stay during the wild times at Mardi Gras, check this place out.
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Miami, Florida
Tree House Canopy Room: Permaculture Farm $88 SGD per night
Almost everyone had the dream of having a cool secret tree house as a kid. This Tree House Canopy in Little Haiti, Miami makes this dream a reality. Located on a permaculture farm, this Airbnb focuses on a sustainable and eco-friendly approach to a vacation in Miami. Built within a pithocilobium tree, take the opportunity to unleash your wild side and live in the trees for a couple of nights. This Airbnb is the perfect abode for all the environmentalists and nature friendly travelers who want to see what sustainable living really entails.
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