If you're looking for a vacation rental with a little something extra, these 10 homes—all Vacasa guest favorites in 2021—are a great place to start. From ski chalets to beachfront condos to wooded cabins, we offer cool vacation homes for every style of traveler. And speaking of style, some of these homes are no stranger to awards or magazine features recognizing their eye for design. We hope you’ll find travel inspiration, and maybe a little intrigue, whether you’re planning your next big adventure or simply admiring some enviable interiors.
1. Heaven at Wapato Point - Manson, WA
This cool vacation home shows that, while sprawling mountain views are a big plus, it’s what you do with the space that really sets it apart. At this lake house with enough room to sleep 12, your family can enjoy a day on the water, then spend the night playing around the pool table or unwinding in the hot tub.
2. Horizon - Marathon, FL
Bright and airy, with beautiful views and balconies from every room, the one-of-a-kind Horizon is hard to beat when it comes to a luxury beach trip. Guests love its oceanfront location, and with salt ponds, kayaks, an outdoor pool, and one-button spa, fun is never too far from reach.
3. The Eliot Noyes - Chilmark, MA
What’s not to love about lazing around in an architectural wonder? Built in 1964 on Martha’s Vineyard by award-winning architect Eliot Noyes, this unique stay was featured in Life Magazine for its exquisite midcentury design. Relish the tranquil privacy, stylish rooms, outdoor pool, and unspoiled ocean views.
4. Ned’s Norris Nook - Maynardville, TN
The best way to do a lake vacation: having a private cove to yourself. This much-loved lakefront home offers views of the turquoise waters below, with a dock and boat access, a chef’s kitchen, and plenty of room for family and friends. Float, boat, swim, or sunbathe the days away at Norris Lake.
5. The Lookout - Palm Springs, CA
Everything about this home is perfectly eye-catching, from the colorful decor to the living room’s breathtaking desert mountain views. This awesome vacation rental boasts luxurious modern amenities, a pool, and a firepit—and we’re sure there are worse ways to spend the day than lounging in the stone soaking tub with accompanying fireplace.
6. Chateau De Melusine - Sandpoint, ID
It’s not every day you find a unique vacation rental that lets you live your royal fantasy, which is why Chateau De Melusine is a guest favorite. This castle, high atop Schweitzer Mountain, is adorned in stunning medieval decor with all the luxuries of the modern age, including a private hot tub, inviting fireplace, and two king beds (along with three twin beds and a sofa bed). Time to cross off living like a king from your bucket list.
7. Sky High Lodge - Blue Ridge, GA
It’s no wonder that this cozy cabin on the outskirts of the Blue Ridge Mountains made the cut, with luxury amenities like a private hot tub, wood-burning fireplace, and high-end kitchen. Escape to the woods for a weekend and take the family out for a day of hiking, horseback riding, or mining for gems—then savor a drink from the comfort of a hot tub overlooking Blue Ridge Mountains National Park.
8. Resting Beach Face - Crystal Beach, TX
Guests come back time and again to this awesome vacation rental for its prime beach location, ocean views, pet-friendly policy, and enough elbow room for a group of 14. With warm Gulf Coast waters just a few steps away, you can start your mornings with a cup of coffee and a stroll in the sand looking for seashells.
9. The Leo Cottage - Union Pier, MI
Like stepping into a magazine cover, designer Kate Marker’s resplendently styled cottage holds the air of comfort and ease for guests’ well-deserved time away. The home has been featured on HGTV, Lonny, Cottage Living, and Bungalows & Cottages, and its award-winning garden was highlighted in Better Homes and Gardens magazine. Besides its alluring decor, the home also offers a game room and hot tub, and it’s a short drive away from Lake Michigan.
10. Pacific Dream - Neskowin, OR
The name says it all. Pacific Dream is an often-favorited home among guests for its stunning open layout, spacious deck, hot tub, unbeatable beach views, and quick access to the ocean. We’re big fans of the contemporary style and floor-to-ceiling windows. Settle into a refreshing coastal retreat, with no need to choose between a soak in the hot tub or listening to the tide.
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