We love staying in rental homes around the world. It’s the accommodation we use most when travelling the world. Sites we love include Airbnb, VRBO, Plum Guide, Homestay, and pretty much anywhere where we can find special homes to rent.
Our travel itineraries and city guides feature unique Airbnbs and other vacation rentals, and we also create curated guides to the best Airbnbs, VRBOs and other rentals in locations around the world.
One great shortcut to finding well-designed spaces on Airbnb is to use Airbnb Plus, which we’ve written a guide to. And we’ve also put together a guide with 17 top tips for finding the perfect Airbnb.
When not staying in vacation rentals, we also love hip, boutique hotels and glamping.
USA: Asheville Airbnb; Asheville VRBO; Jackson Hole; Joshua Tree; Laguna Beach; Palm Springs Airbnb; Palm Springs VRBO; Portland; San Diego; Santa Barbara; Santa Cruz; Santa Monica; Sonoma; Venice Beach; Yellowstone
UK: Bath; Brighton; Bristol; Cornwall; Cotswolds; Devon; Lake District: Liverpool; Norfolk; York; Best of UK Airbnb; Unusual UK Stays
USA: Asheville; Palm Springs
There are so many unusual and unique places to stay in Norfolk that I made a separate post entirely dedicated to shepherd’s huts in Norfolk. And, as well as the list below, I also recommend this traditional showman’s wagon; an Iron Age roundhouse; lotus tents by a swimming pond; a converted Lynx helicopter; and a … Read more
Shepherd’s huts are an absolute delight, the perfect size for a cosy getaway for two, and they often come hand in hand with an outdoor hot tub. Norfolk has a bounty of beautiful options, so we’ve created a quick run-down of the eight best Norfolk shepherd’s huts. Also don’t miss our guide to the best … Read more
Venice Beach is one of the must-sees of L.A. – a bohemian, anything goes beach enclave, filled with modern new age restaurants and trendy boutiques. We went as part of our California road trip, staying in an Airbnb near Abbot Kinney Boulevard. I’ve put together a guide to the best Venice Beach Airbnbs based on … Read more
Just the name of the Cotswolds conjures up its character as one of the UK’s most charming holiday escapes. Village after village of sandy chocolate box cottages and pretty gardens make for a picturesque and peaceful escape. We’ve put together a guide to the best Cotswolds Airbnbs, including cottages, manors and unusual places to stay … Read more
We spend a lot of time in Devon and are huge fans of its gorgeous coastline, wild beaches, rolling hills, cute market towns, Devonshire teas, pasties, and everything else that makes it one of the UK’s most charming holiday spots. We’ve curated a round-up of Devon’s best Airbnbs. From the coastal towns of Ilfracombe, Paignton … Read more
Cornwall is one of the most gorgeous places for a holiday in the UK. Even in the winter, it’s wild and atmospheric, and in the summer, on a sunny day, it’s simply paradisical, up there with the best of Europe’s beaches. We’re currently planning a UK road trip there, so I’ve been doing lots of … Read more
From castles to cottages to cabins, the UK has an abundance of amazing Airbnbs. I’ve been creating my ultimate UK Airbnb wish list for years, finding all the best places to stay from Scotland down to the South. There are different things that make each of these UK Airbnbs special, be it hot tubs beneath … Read more
Where Route 66 ends at the iconic pier, Santa Monica has allured travelers for decades and is one of LA’s most cute neighbourhoods with a hippy yet chic vibe. It’s an obvious choice for where to stay in Los Angeles, right on the beach, and with an abundance of cafes, restaurants, farmers markets and all … Read more
Looking for somewhere to stay in Laguna Beach? Here’s our round-up of the most stylish Laguna Beach Airbnbs, from uber luxurious villas to cute seaside cabanas. Also see our guide to the best things to do in Laguna Beach. We went there as part of our ultimate California road trip, which included stops in Sonoma, … Read more
Bath is Bristol’s historic neighbour, a land of handsome honey-coloured stone, charming Georgian streets and a genteel vibe that gives rise to plenty of pretty cafes, boutiques and restaurants. Add to that the Roman baths and its location on the edge of the Cotswolds and you have a gorgeous UK break. If looking for a … Read more