With the rise of Airbnb and other home rental companies, evidence has shown that vacationers are increasingly opting to stay in private homes instead of hotels.
And it's a trend that's ripe to continue: vacation rentals offer things that hotels can't always provide, like additional privacy, more space per person, and amenities such as kitchens and washing machines. They also are often less expensive than their hotel counterparts, and can make guests feel like they are having a more authentic experience, living more as the locals do.
Compiled by HomeToGo — a vacation rental search engine that aggregates results from sites like HomeAway, VRBO, and TripAdvisor — this list of luxury rental homes around the world features jaw-dropping villas, stylish penthouses, and five-star amenities. They will make you want to head off immediately to experience their offerings for yourself, but be warned: once you arrive, you may want to move in permanently.
Note: Prices per night are accurate as of the date of publication and are subject to minor fluctuation. See the attached links for the most recent price information.
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Just south of Valencia on the eastern coast of Spain, Casa Paris sleeps 10 guests within walking distance of the ocean. The 6,000-square-foot house includes a living room, dining room, full kitchen, laundry room, sauna and gym, while the outdoor property features a large heated pool and pool house, manicured gardens, and a barbecue area. Supermarkets and restaurants are less than a mile away, making local living easy.
Price per night: $1,603
Brione Sopra Miniusio in Locarno, Switzerland, accommodates four guests in loft-villa style with sweeping views of the lake, mountains, countryside, and nearby city. The modern interior offers all of the latest amenities, while the surrounding property features terraced gardens and an above-ground pool. In close proximity to hiking trails, golf, lake activities, and well-known ski resorts, this home is perfect for enjoying Switzerland at any time of year.
Price per night: $287
This luxurious villa in Split, Croatia, boasts room for 10 people split among five bedrooms. Just steps from the sea with its own pool and boat access, it features a library, full kitchen, furnished terraces, sauna, and fitness room. If that isn't enough, guests also have easy access to tennis, golf, and hiking nearby.
Price per night: $1,731
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