We Found the Best Vacation Rental Home in Every State for a Truly Unforgettable Trip
From Alaska to Florida ... and everywhere in between.
So many elements make up the perfect vacation rental (scenic views, local tourist attractions, beautiful interiors), but there are too many houses and apartments to choose from. Don't worry! We've rounded up the most eye-catching homes that you're gonna want to stay at — one in every state. Consider our picks, and you'll be destined to have a great trip!
(Note: Listed prices are based off average nightly rate)
Alabama
$425 avg. per night, airbnb.com
Location: Birmingham
Accommodates: Up to 7 guests
Standout Detail: This creative, whimsical house is located right by the center of the city. It has an outdoor roof deck that is ideal for hangouts or stargazing at night.
Alaska
$149.00 avg. per night, vrbo.com
Location: North Pole
Accommodates: Up to 6 guests
Standout Detail: Ever dreamed of seeing the Northern Lights? Come winter, you can finally check that off your bucket list with a stay at Moose Walk Cabin in Fairbanks. You can see stunning auroras from the comfort of this private waterfront cabin.
Arizona
$295 avg. per night, homeaway.com
Location: Flagstaff
Accommodates: Up to 6 guests
Standout Detail: You won't have to worry about noisy neighbors while staying at The Mountain Star. This secluded escape sits in Flagstaff, just 50 minutes from the Grand Canyon's main entrance.
Arkansas
$215 avg. per night, vbro.com
Location: Eureka Springs
Accommodates: Up to 2 guests
Standout Detail: Who says sightseeing requires walking? This log cabin, set 450 feet above Inspiration Valley, offers postcard-worthy views from the comfort of the porch.
California
$225 avg. per night, vrbo.com
Location: Joshua Tree
Accommodates: Up to 6 guests
Standout Detail: Forget sitting in traffic. Miles away from Hollywood is this scenic, private, 5-acre home that'll have you enjoying the stunning views of Joshua Tree National Park.
Colorado
$250 avg. per night, airbnb.com
Location: Creede
Accommodates: Up to 2 guests
Standout Detail: The Boathouse at Windsock Acres features custom-carved woodwork from locally sourced hand-hewn wood. This unique home feels worlds away, but it's only a few blocks from downtown Creede.
Connecticut
$125 avg. per night, airbnb.com
Location: West Cornwall
Accommodates: Up to 3 guests
Standout Detail: Your dream of living in a dollhouse can finally come true. With ornate details and charming decor, this historic Victorian home sits three stories high in the woods of West Cornwall.
Delaware
$421 avg. per night, airbnb.com
Location: Bethany Beach
Accommodates: Up to 15 guests
Standout Detail: Just a 14-minute walk to the beach, this little two-story getaway is at the end of a quiet, dead-end street. If you’re not relaxing in the sun at the beach, hang out on one of the four decks.
Florida
$1,470 avg. per night, homeaway.com
Location: Key West
Accommodates: Up to 12 guests
Standout Detail: This is Key West's best-kept secret — Pilar's Secret, that is. While the home is tucked away on a quiet lane, it's also just steps away from the city's famed Duval Street.
Georgia
$89 avg. per night, airbnb.com
Location: Hogansville
Accommodates: Up to 8 guests
Standout Detail: Hogan House is in the heart of small-town Hogansville, and it's steeped in history. This bed-and-breakfast is everything a history buff would look for in a Georgian Victorian home, and it's even on the National Register of Historic Places.
Hawaii
$200 avg. per night, homeaway.com
Location: Kohala Estates
Accommodates: Up to 5 guests
Standout Detail: You’ll never want to leave the deck after you see this view. Overlooking the ocean at a 700-foot elevation and the surrounding rolling hills, this place will leave you in complete serenity.
Idaho
$588 avg. per night, homeaway.com
Location: Hope
Accommodates: Up to 6 guests
Standout Detail: Only accessible by boat, this private waterfront cottage is everything you would want for the perfect family (or couple's) getaway. The Warren Island Bungalow looks out onto the Pearl Islands, making you feel miles away from the city.
Illinois
$97 avg. per night, airbnb.com
Location: Chicago
Accommodates: Up to 12 guests
Besides the amazingly furnished townhouse, this rental is in the ideal location for visitors. Guests love that it’s just a short distance to Logan Square, Palmer Square, and Wicker Park.
Indiana
$109 avg. per night, airbnb.com
Location: Nashville
Accommodates: Up to 4 guests
At Silver Moon Lake retreat house, you’ll wake up in a king-sized bed to the birds chirping and be surrounded by a private, 5-acre pond. Plus, if you don’t want to have a fully secluded weekend in nature, the house is just five minutes from the Brown County State Park and local restaurants in Nashville.
Iowa
$350 avg. per night, airbnb.com
Location: Council Bluffs
Accommodates: Up to 4 guests
Standout Detail: In need of a little R & R? This private, two-bedroom, lakefront lodge in the middle of the forest is just the place.
Kansas
$859 avg. per night, homeaway.com
Location: Manhattan
Accommodates: Up to 10 guests
Standout Detail: This farmstead estate gives its historic look a modern twist with its newly renovated amenities. The house is made from hand-hewn timbers, wide-plank floors, and limestone walls dating back to the pre-Civil War era.
Kentucky
$1,599 avg. per night, homeaway.com
Location: Louisville
Accommodates: Up to 14 guests
Standout Detail: Place your bets! This home in Historic Old Louisville is just minutes away from the Kentucky Derby. The professionally decorated interior is just as appealing as its location.
Louisiana
$117 avg. per night, airbnb.com
Location: New Orleans
Accommodates: Up to 6 guests
Standout Detail: With your own balcony overlooking the famous Bourbon Street, you'll have the full New Orleans experience in this beautifully furnished rental.
Maine
$350 avg. per night, airbnb.com
Location: Portland
Accommodates: Up to 2 Guests
Standout Detail: Brighten up your next getaway with this airy, waterfront beauty. This loft features tons of natural light, and it's just 75 yards from the beach and only a quick ride over the bridge to downtown Portland.
Maryland
$625 avg. per night, airbnb.com
Location: Wittman
Accommodates: Up to 10 guests
Standout Detail: You'll feel right at home in this spacious five-bedroom bungalow. This home has all the amenities to make your next family reunion a success.
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