The 8 U.S. Properties On Vrbo's 2024 Vacation Home Of The Year List Are As Dreamy As Can Be
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Melissa Mahoney
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As local travel experts, we know what travelers are looking for when it comes to finding the perfect accommodations for their next trip. To compile our lists, we scour the internet to find properties with excellent ratings and reviews, desirable amenities, nearby attractions, and that something special that makes a destination worthy of traveling for.
Are you looking to book a truly once-in-a-lifetime vacation, or sneak a peak at incredible homes across America, dreaming of the places you would love to visit or live someday? Here at OnlyInYourState, one of our favorite pastimes is scouring Vrbo and Airbnb for the most unique properties available for rent — and we have to say, Vrbo has outdone themselves with their recently released 2024 Vacation Rental of the Year list.
Selected from more than two million properties available worldwide, these incredible homes hosted by Premier Hosts feature rave guest reviews, stellar star ratings, and standout spaces and amenities we daydream about. From an Italian-inspired villa nestled in the heart of California’s Sonoma Valley to a Florida beachside oasis nestled along 30A, these eight properties across America are truly remarkable.
1. Palatial Paradise — Sedona, Arizona
Sedona, AZ 86336, USA
The Palatial Paradise is nothing short of a slice of paradise in Sedona. This exceptional property boasts over 4,300 square feet of living space with six bedrooms, 4.5 bathrooms, a gourmet kitchen, an open living and dining area, and a game room -- and that's just inside the home. Outdoors is a resort-like property complete with a private pool, a hot tub, and views of Sedona's iconic red rock landscape. In fact, you can view the red rocks not just from outside but from numerous locations throughout the home. If you want to venture off the property, downtown Sedona and numerous hiking trails are just minutes away. Book your stay at the Palatial Paradise on Vrbo.
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2. Villa Montebella — Glen Ellen, California
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Dreaming of California? Beyond the beaches and the national parks is wine country. If you enjoy gorgeous scenery, luxurious digs, and wine, well, this place in the very heart of wine country is for you. Welcome to Villa Montebella in Glen Ellen, home to a vineyard that produces a delectable Cabernet Sauvignon and something rather surprising. A stroll out onto the property reveals something you've most likely never encountered before in a vacation rental -- a wine cave! With the Farm Stay program at Villa Montebella, you'll have a tour of the vineyards as well as the wine cave. Food for basic breakfast and lunch meals is also included with this rental.
Glen Ellen, CA 95442, USA
The villa itself offers five bedrooms, nine bathrooms plus two half baths, a gorgeous gourmet kitchen with a private chef for an extra fee, a gym, and a movie theater room. There's also a private pool, a sauna, a hot tub, and a tennis court as well as an EV charger for your convenience. This home seems to have more amenities than some resorts! Go ahead and book your stay at Villa Montebella on Vrbo.
3. Resort Like Paradise — Inlet Beach, Florida
Inlet Beach, FL 32413, USA
This resort-like paradise is, indeed, a paradise. Located steps away from Seacrest Beach, this place is absolutely perfect for beach lovers. Located at the prestigious East end of 30A, this home offers seven bedrooms, eight bathrooms, and nearly 6,000 square feet of space. If you gather a large group together, up to 26 guests can stay here. While the interior is the epitome of luxury, the outdoor space is most likely where you'll spend most of your time. Glass doors open up from the living room to the outside where you'll find two dining areas, a hot tub, a grill, a cabana, and a pristine infinity-edge pool with sunken bar stools in one area. Paradise has been found at this resort-like home! Book your getaway on Vrbo.
4. Luxe Riverfront Retreat at Miracle Creek — Epworth, Georgia
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Epworth, GA 30541, USA
Towering over Fightingtown Creek in the small community of Epworth in North Georgia, the Luxe Riverfront Retreat at Miracle Creek is the ultimate getaway. The 4,495-square-foot cabin built on a hillside has four bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms and can accommodate up to 10 guests. The home's interior is spacious with tall ceilings and an open-layout floor plan. If you enjoy cooking, you'll love the kitchen complete with an eight-burner Viking stove and a restaurant-size Viking refrigerator. There's even a bar and game room inside the home. Head outside and there's an outdoor living space with an outdoor living room, lounge areas, a wood fireplace, a TV, a grill, and a Green Egg. You may never want to leave this place!
5. Copley's Lakefront Cottage — Winchendon, Massachusetts
Winchendon, MA, USA
Set on the shores of Lake Monomonac in Winchendon along the Massachusetts/New Hampshire border, Copley's Lakefront Cottage is an exceptional Belgian-style farmhouse that oozes charm and lakeside appeal. The home spans three floors complete with a spacious kitchen and living room on the first floor, bedrooms on the second floor, and a game room, a TV room, extra sleeping space, and workout gear on the third floor. Head outside, especially during the warmer months, and you can go for a swim in the lake or take the kayaks or paddle boards out on the water. Doesn't this home sound lovely? You can (and should) book your next waterfront New England getaway at Copley's Lakefront Cottage on Vrbo.
6. Sandy Lakeshore Home — Sand Lake, Michigan
Sand Lake, MI 49343, USA
If you find yourself in need of a getaway in Michigan, this highly-rated lakeshore home is outstanding! Boasting five bedrooms, four bathrooms, three half baths, and nearly 5,500 square feet of space, this home can sleep up to 14 guests. By booking a stay here, you and your guests can enjoy amenities like a hot tub, a home gym, and basketball and pickleball courts, not to mention 175 feet of beachfront along Baptist Lake. Both the indoor and outdoor spaces at this home make this a desirable place to spend a few nights. You can book your stay at Sandy Lakeshore Home on Vrbo.
7. The Fire Lookout Towers — Big Sky, Montana
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Big Sky, MT, USA
There are some homes in our country that are utterly awe-inspiring -- this is one of those homes. Set amidst the wilderness of beautiful Big Sky, Montana atop a ridge overlooking Beehive Basin, The Fire Lookout Towers is a dreamy place to stay. Whether you come here in the winter for skiing at Big Sky Resort a mere 10 minutes away or in the spring, summer, or fall for hiking, there's no other place in the area quite like this. Up to eight guests can be accommodated here and will enjoy the home's stylish interior complete with a floor-to-ceiling stone fireplace as well as the panoramic views surrounding the tower. Go ahead and book your stay at The Fire Lookout Towers on Vrbo.
8. Toro Canyon — Austin, Texas
Austin, TX, USA
Located just 10 minutes away from downtown Austin and all the fun to be had there is this architectural masterpiece called "Toro Canyon." With the ability to accommodate up to 15 guests, this five-bedroom, five-bathroom home is ideal for a group of friends or a large family. Amenities highlights include a large temperature-controlled pool, a hot tub, a chef's kitchen, an outdoor kitchen, a fire pit, a sports court, and an in-ground trampoline. Book a stay at this top-rated vacation home on Vrbo.
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