Everybody has a vision of the perfect holiday home.
But some are more perfect than others, as Airbnb has revealed.
The rental website has named the most ‘wish-listed’ properties around the world, including a villa on Australia’s gold coast with a jaw-dropping pool, a magical treehouse in America, an impressive castle in Ireland and a bamboo hut in Colombia. Scroll down and it will become clear why these properties are ranked No1.
AUSTRALIA
Gold Coast villa, Mount Nathan
Down-under: This popular Aussie property, located in Queensland, is positioned near the much-loved Gold Coast
Desired: The villa, in Mount Nathan, sits within 10 acres of land and comes with its own 25-metre swimming pool
Amazingly, this antipodean hideaway costs guests from just £75 per night, so it’s perhaps not surprising that it made the shortlist.
Located in Queensland, near the much-loved Gold Coast, it’s a luxurious villa that’s surrounded by acres of land and comfortably sleeps 10 people in a loft-style room.
In true Aussie style, the house’s added amenities include a spacious hot tub and a 25-metre swimming pool, complete with a diving pavilion, of course.
COLOMBIA
Romantic cabana in lush forest, Armenia
Retreat: Surrounded by beautiful rainforest, which adds privacy, this Colombian cabana property is pure escapism
Intricate and affordable: Situated on a small organic farm, where aloe vera is the main crop, rooms start from £31 per night
Located in the Andean mountains of Colombia, South America, this charming cabana is made from local bamboo and overlooks the country’s pungent coffee region.
Surrounded by beautiful rainforest growths, which add privacy, the property boasts a garden that’s fitted with an outdoor shower.
Situated on a small organic farm, where aloe vera is the main crop, rooms start from £31 per night. Previous customers have awarded it an average rating of five-stars.
CHILE
Romantic suite, Valparaiso
Cosy: Boasting views of the Pacific Ocean, this Chilean bolthole forms part of a family home but still affords plenty of privacy
Age old: The suite, located on the third floor of a restored, 100-year-old house, is one of the site’s most-popular listings
Nestled in the city of Valparaiso, this stunning property can be yours for just £46 per night.
Boasting views of the Pacific Ocean, it forms part of a family home but still affords plenty of privacy for romantic couples who want to ‘go native’.
Impressively, according to the listing, the suite is ‘on the third floor of a restored house that is more than 100 years old and was built with red wood from Oregon and Chilean oak at the beginning of the 20th century’.
MOROCCO
Three-bedroom riad, Marrakesh
Traditional: Positioned in the heart of Medina, visitors can effortlessly live like a local in this stunning Moroccan property
Spacious: There are a total of three bedrooms available, which come with their own showers and bathrooms
Available from £68 per night, this three-bedroom home is an ideal Moroccan retreat for up to seven guests.
Positioned in the heart of Medina, visitors can enjoy the entire space – including a pool, patio terrace, dining room and fully-fitted kitchen.
If they fancy exploring, it’s conveniently located near Jamaa el Fna square and is also close to the neighbouring souks, where eagle-eyed shoppers can buy authentic foods, clothes and art.
GREECE
Hector cave house, Oia, Santorini
This co-called Cave House accommodates five guests throughout four bedrooms from £136 per night
History: Originally built into a cliff nearly 300 years ago, it used to be a wine cellar that protected local produce from the heat
‘The Hector Cave House, carved into the unique caldera cliff for more than 250 years, was originally used as a wine cellar,’ the listing states.
‘Then it became a family-owned summer house, which then opened its doors to share its unique character to travellers from around the world.’
Accommodating five guests throughout four bedrooms, it’s available from £136 per night. Bargain.
INDIA
Hauz Khas village, New Delhi
Perfect for just two guests, this studio apartment is located in a trendy New Delhi village of Hauz Khas
Trip Advisor names Hauz Khas Village as one of the must-see spots in Delhi, meaning you’ll be bang on-trend
Perfect for just two guests, this studio apartment is located in Delhi’s trendy neighbourhood, Hauz Khas village.
Costing visitors just £51 per night, the property is decorated in traditional Rajasthani style and is positioned next to dramatic, old monuments and a far-reaching lake, so the views are impressive.
Interestingly, TripAdvisor names Hauz Khas village as one of the must-see spots in Delhi, meaning you’ll be bang on-trend.
SWEDEN
Sea cottage in archipelago, Stockholm
Private: Far from the madding crowd, this rental property is perched on a private island in the fjords of Stockholm
Classic Swedish design: Clean lines and lots of white wooden panels provide a light, airy space
Remote: Teetering on the edge of a stunning lake, its location has no roads or municipal transport, which means you’ll need to rely on an aluminium boat, which is shared between fellow residents
Available from just £163 per night, this little retreat is nestled on a private island in the fjords of Stockholm.
Teetering on the edge of a stunning lake, its location has no roads or municipal transport, which means you’ll need to rely on an aluminium boat, which is shared between the handful of fellow residents.
Be sure to pack some books as there’s little entertainment in the area – it’s truly remote. There’s also no flushing toilet, private indoor shower or running water.
AMERICA
Secluded treehouse, Atlanta
Branching out: This adorable treehouse exudes romance and, unsurprisingly, tops the list of most-wanted Airbnb properties
Billed as gracious, calming, and comfortable, it certainly suits the southern surrounds in Atlanta, Georgia
Located in Atlanta, Georgia, this quirky creation exudes romance and, perhaps unsurprisingly, tops the list of most-wanted properties.
Ideal for two people, this treehouse is actually comprised of three beautifully furnished rooms among the branches.
Billed as gracious, calming, and comfortable, it certainly suits the southern surrounds. The space is available from $289 (£216) per night.
BRAZIL
Praia do Félix, Ubatuba
Fantastic bargain: Positioned in Ubatuba, São Paulo, this wooden-and-glass structure costs just £234 per night
Life’s a beach: Adding further incentive, this is also close to Felix beach, which is considered one of the world’s best
Able to accommodate eight guests throughout four bedrooms, this remarkable venue in Ubatuba, São Paulo, costs just £234 per night.
Built entirely of wood and glass, it’s surrounded by untouched nature, but is also just 15km from the center of the local municipality, where good restaurants and cultural activities thrive.
In addition, it’s also close to Felix beach, which is considered one of the world’s most beautiful.
IRELAND,
Medieval castle, Galway
Golden oldie: This Galway castle was originally built sometime in the 1400’s, but was refurbished in the last decade
All mod cons: Despite being several centuries old, the dazzling property has modern amenities, such as solar water heating
This historic venue is truly incredible and boasts a competitive price, too – just £118 per night. And, thankfully, its been given some love recently.
‘This castle has been restored to its original state by using traditional materials, and also by using cutting edge technology,’ the listing states. ‘We used traditional local stone, limestone, as well as oak beams, to make the castle as traditional as possible, but it also has modern conveniences, such as solar water heating.’
It adds: ‘The castle was built sometime in the 1400’s but was refurbished in the last decade. It is comprised of a master bedroom upstairs, with access to the turret, a living room and dining room, two guest bedrooms, and some storage rooms.’
CANADA
Cob Cottage, Mayne Island
Too cute: Hand-sculpted from locally-sourced natural materials, this Canadian cottage resembles something from a fairy tale
Cost-effective, too: Thanks to being in a remote location, it can be rented from just £72 per night
This unusual property, located in British Colombia’s Mayne Island, is beyond cute.
Hand-sculpted from locally-sourced natural materials, it resembles something from a traditional fairy tale and can be yours for just £72 per night.
Surrounded by local fields, which are populated with sheep and orchards, it’s a 10-minute walk from the beach and just 20-minutes (in the other direction) from galleries, groceries and bookstores.
ECUADOR
Artistic apartment with panoramic views, Quito
Sight for sore eyes: This newly-renovated property is part of an old, restored house in the colonial center of Quito
On-trend: Modern on the inside but with an aged exterior, this rental is a perfect metaphor for Ecuador’s regeneration
This newly-renovated property is part of an old, restored house in the colonial center of Quito.
Possessing wonderful views over the historic town, the listing – which is available for £63 per night – reveals that the local ‘quarter is going thorough a process of renovation and revitalisation and artists and creatives are starting to move there.’
It adds: ‘It is only a few blocks from the Presidential Palace, near small supermarkets, restaurants, cafes, museums, Sucre theatre, and beautiful churches. If you want to go to other parts of the city, you can take a taxi anywhere; they are very cheap.’
Accommodates two guests in one room.
ENGLAND
Augill Castle, Cumbria
Hit: Augill Castle in Cumbria is currently the most-wanted property available for Airbnb rental in the United Kingdom
Authentic: Guests can choose between 15 rooms, which includes turrets, tudor panelling and Gothic windows
Topping the list is this dramatic property, which is located in the Eden Valley, near the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales. Costs start from £170 per night.
Guests can choose between 15 grand rooms throughout the venue, which features turrets, tudor panelling and Gothic windows. There’s a bar, too.
The couple who own it, Simon and Wendy, first started hosting rental guests back in 1998 as a way to pay for the renovation of the building.