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Hotels are overrated. Airbnb—the online marketplace for vacation rentals—is proving this as we speak, offering cooler and more unique living spaces for travelers at lower price ranges. Aside from listing everything from rooms to luxury suites, the service continues to expand its rental categories and has experienced a spike in growth in one area: tree houses. Believe it or not, but property owners across the globe are renting out their woodsy dwellings, giving out-of-townees an opportunity to live out their childhood fantasies in an eccentric, yet homely, setting. From resort-ready wooden pads to topiary shacks, climb up the latter and into a secret entrance as we put you on to the Coolest Treehouses to Rent on Airbnb.
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casaBARTHEL
Location: Florence, Italy
Price: $281 (per night)
The timber studio sits beautifully in the middle of the Tuscan landscape, only 20 minutes away from the Duomo. casaBARTHEL makes for one of the most lavish treehouses on the block—offering a queen size bed, small kitchenette, full bathroom, outdoor terrace, air conditioning, and built-in fireplace. Down payments also provide access to the swimming pool, tennis court, and other amenities on the compound.
White Lotus
Location: Stanardsville, VA
Price: $100 (per night)
Located on a 21-acre retreat, the White Lotus suits the proactive hiker who seeks solace during the nighttime. The tree house boasts a gazebo below with swing, plus a cozy front porch, full private bath, and 300-foot catwalk that connects to two saunas. More reason to visit Virginia this time of year.
Monbazillac
Location: Nojals-et-Clotte, France
Price: $338 (per night)
Have France penciled into your travel itinerary? If so, consider posting up in the wooden, castle-inspired guest house. The Monbazillac offers a double bed, walk-in shower, terrace with panoramic views, and private hot tub; the recipes for a romantic getaway.
Lush Permaculture Farm Treehouse
Location: Miami, FL
Price: $65 (per night)
A three-level treehouse located in “Little Haiti” sounds like an enticing place to spend the night, especially at a weekly price of $500. Reach the top level to check out a beautiful view of a canopy and animals at the Lush Permaculture Farm, plus wash up using any of the two outdoor showers. Those in need of culture have the luxury of stepping outside of the complex to check out the art district as well.
Secluded Intown Treehouse
Location: Atlanta, GA
Price: $195 (per night)
Not one. Not two. We’re talking a deluxe suite of three connected treehouses, each one furnished with antiques and natural artifacts that complement their respective atmospheres. Chill in a living room that has a balcony looking down on an acre of lush woods or catch some Zs in the plush bedroom decorated with a pillow-top double bed, which slides out onto a platform overlooking the stream below. Then again, it’s just as fun parlaying on the hammock located on the circular deck.
Kilauea Volcano Treehouse
Location: Volcano, HI
Price: $281 (per night)
Soon-to-be newlyweds set on an “intimate wedding venue” can skip straight to the honeymoon when entering the Bali-style pavilion. Renters can enjoy an indoor fireplace, outdoor shower, small kitchen, living room with flatscreen TV, and a cedar hot tub. Most all-inclusive resorts in the same price range won't offer that much.
Rainforest Tree House
Location: Cooper, Costa Rica
Price: $85 (per night)
This suspended nest sits high atop of the rain forest trees and accommodates four with a master bedroom furnishing a queen-sized bed, also a main floor supporting two twin-sized beds. A wrap-around balcony makes for the perfect platform to engage in animal and bird watching, plus guests can take in the private rain forest setting and gain 24 hour a day access to Costa Rica's hot springs.
Aroma(n)tica
Location: San Salvatore Monferrato, Italy
Price: $169 (per night)
One of the joys of perching in a treehouse is being able to embrace the amazing sights of your environment. The Aroma(n)tica delivers enchanting views of the Italy hills, while allowing visitors to enjoy the incense of the linden trees and aromatic herbs. Take your girl for a nature walk and see if she doesn't return the favor at night.
The Calypso
Location: Cave Junction, OR
Price: $250 (per night)
A patio, two full-sized beds, and gorgeous furnishings make up The Calypso. Granted, amenities are few and little, truth is you're paying for the forest-like ambiance and nothing more. So get your Paul Bunyan on and enjoy the scenery.
The Shitake
Location: Cave Junction, OR
Price: $250 (per night)
Supported by its own tree beam, the Shitake goes through the center of the structure and offers enough space to accommodate most living luxuries: two full-sized beds, half bath, and small deck with all-around views of the forest. It surely appeals to any real nature boy.