These Are the Unique Summer Getaways You’ve Been Waiting For

As summer approaches, travel is on everyone's mind. Getting away is easy, but choosing a unique stay can be more difficult. Sure, hotels are one option. Resorts and luxury rentals are another. But what if you're looking for something unique, a stay that has the potential to make your summer?

For those who prefer something a bit more adventurous than the standard apartment, choosing locations that are outside the norm are ideal. Perhaps sleeping under the stars is for you, or wide-open spaces that allow you to connect fully to nature is a bit more your speed. Whatever you prefer, these options are guaranteed to please and there's something for almost every adventurous spirit.

To compile this list of unusual rentals where you can take a unique summer getaway, 247 Tempo reviewed several news sources and features on the Airbnb website, where they highlight their most unique stays. Not all of these rentals are ideal for everyone but others are incredible, spacious spots perfect for the entire family, or a groups of friends, complete with fire pits, pools, and games for a perfect vacation.

This post was updated May 16th, 2025 to reflect accurate summertime listing information.

• Location: Brooksville, Florida

The CH-47D chopper is located on a five-acre compound and offers two bedrooms, a full bathroom, a stocked kitchen, air conditioning, Wi-Fi, and a TV. You have the great outdoors all around you to explore and when you cozy up inside for the evening, you can rest up in the cockpit, where the first bedroom is. The second bedroom is tucked away in the back of the chopper. In the morning, sit out on the deck, take in the fresh Withlacoochee State Forest air, and fire up the grill to get some goods in your belly. Once you're fueled up, head out to hike, mountain bike, go horseback riding, or whatever else your adventurous heart desires.

• Location: Littleton, Massachusetts

It's where you "make the ordinary extraordinary." This Airbnb is 42 feet tall, ultra-colorful, and reminiscent of the famed '90's plastic toys. This rentable home was designed to look like the '90s Slumber Party Fun compact but you don't have to be a Polly Pocket to enjoy it. Upon exploring, you encounter several surprises that keep you intrigued as you reminisce. There's a picnic table where you can create friendship bracelets to commemorate your stay. The host packs the kitchen with '90s goodies, you can check out Polly's wardrobe and then head over to her vanity, where press-on nails and butterfly hair clips rule. Chill out on the couch and watch some old video cassettes before enjoying the night sky in the Action Park Tent. The host provides a total of four sleeping bags but if you want to be cozier, bring your favorite blanket.

• Location: Galena, Missouri

This forest garden yurt is ideal for those who love camping in the great outdoors but need more of an elevated experience. This yurt was built in the '70' and sits on four acres in the Ozark Forest. Inside the yurt, you have access to a bedroom, a nook living room, and a kitchen. There is a bathroom on-site as well, but it's separate with a covered walking path to reach it. You're free to roam throughout the four acres, set up the available camp chairs around a fire pit, and make use of the roasting sticks the host provides. Although there is only one bedroom, the space has five beds and a capacity for six guests.

• Location: Abiansemal, Indonesia

This stunning bamboo villa located in an Indonesian rainforest has room for four guests. There are two bedrooms and two bathrooms, each with a romantic aesthetic. Below the bedrooms, you're soothed by the sounds of the River Ayung. The living room is furnished, you have access to a private swimming pool, and a small kitchen. Take your own drinks and snacks, work with the host for accommodations, or access the communal living space where there you have some culinary options, including Indonesian and Western dishes. The villa has multiple floors, all beautifully designed by Ibuku Bamboo Architecture and Design. Airbnb considers it a rare find, and if it's booked when you want to visit, access the main host's page for some other gorgeous bamboo homes you can rent in the area.

• Location: Marton, New Zealand

You too can live in a yellow submarine—if only for a little while. Blast the Beatles' song while visiting this unique Airbnb rental nestled among redwood trees (play it during your shower since the bathroom is Beatles-themed). Upon arrival, you gain access to the space via a ramp/jetty right at the front of the bulkhead door. Inside, the lounge and galley have a Victorian steam punk vibe. The host equips you with breakfast supplies and you're free to roam the outdoors to enjoy the natural beauty that surrounds the vessel. There is one bedroom and four beds in the space, which perfectly accommodates a small family. This is an "unplugged" experience, meaning no internet or phone service while you're inside the submarine. It's a true getaway experience.

• Location: Fairfield, Virginia

This beautiful blue tipi tent is situated on a small family farm. The tipi itself is secluded, but you're never too far from popular tourist attractions. Explore hiking, vineyard tours, or swimming during your stay. It's meant to offer a camping experience but with modern amenities. Instead of a simple sleeping bag, you can rest your head on a queen size Sleep Number bed and use the provided electric blanket for chilly nights. The host is friendly and you're welcome to chit-chat and explore the woods and fields. If you're more the type to keep to yourself, that's okay, too. They encourage whatever makes you feel most welcomed and relaxed.

• Location: Bentonville, Arkansas

This tree house is no joke—but it is meant for tons of fun. When you book your stay, you're not just booking the upper portion of the tree house. You're also getting access to the ground level home, the attached outer kitchen, and a private, fenced-in pool area. There is a swing bridge that connects the tree house and a built-in hammock to lounge in. Outside, there is a fire pit beneath the pergola and four bikes you can use to explore further out. The space is suitable for up to nine people. It has two bedrooms, four beds, and 2.5 baths. If you're going for the pool, keep in mind that it's only seasonally heated. However, the hot tub is available for use year-round.

• Location: Santa Fe, Tennessee

When you reserve this Airbnb rental at Forest Gully Farms, you get a total of three huts to enjoy. There is room for eight guests but if you have a slightly larger party, you can always rent out a 'Gypsy Wagon' to accommodate your extra guests close to the bathhouse. The huts sit on 15 acres, which are available for you to explore. Inside the huts, you have several amenities, including air conditioning and heat, kitchen appliances, electricity, and a water station. However, there is no running water inside. Depending on the season, you can explore several activities on-site, including blueberry and blackberry picking.

• Location: Yorkana, Pennsylvania

There is fun to explore inside the "The Haines Shoe House," but driving up to a shoe-shaped home is quite a thrill on its own. This rental has three bedrooms, 2.5 bathrooms, and accommodates a total of six guests. This is a landmark that recently underwent remodeling and the beautiful design now incorporates a hot tub. Outside, you can look out to farm field views while enjoying the fire pit and grilling up your favorites on the charcoal grill (just don't forget to take your own firewood and charcoal). The space is 1,500 square feet across three levels. The main level has one of two living rooms, the foosball table, laundry facilities, and a half bathroom. The second level has the second living room, a full kitchen, dining area, and the primary queen bedroom with attached full bathroom. On the third floor, there are two more bedrooms and a shared full bath.

• Location: Benton, Tennessee

This farm stay at The Chuck Wagon is ideal for an unforgettable family getaway. It's a guest favorite that accommodates four people with three beds and one bath. The wagon is right on the stunning Ocoee River, safely tucked away within the Ocoee Riverside Farm. The host calls this an opportunity for 'glamping' in a way unlike any other. You get to explore a bit of American history but you have access to modern day amenities. Inside, there is a king size bed and a set of bunks. You can control the temperature because there is central heat and air. Take your favorites and stock the mini fridge/freezer before making use of the charcoal grill and picnic table just steps outside the covered wagon.

• Location: Weaverville, North Carolina

This HobbitHenge Airbnb listing has made the news. It's a one-of-a-kind rental that accommodates three guests. It's a small space but when you step inside, you can feel the spaciousness. It's a hand-crafted home unlike anything you've seen before. It's made from clay and wood from the land and is spruced with stained glass and sculptures. The host is upfront about the space, sharing that when it's cold outside, it gets chilly inside. This is a rustic home and you're bound to encounter dust and spiders. However, for the right guests, this hobbit house offers a grounding experience.

• Location: Bonny Doon, California

The pinecone treehouse is suitable for two guests. It has one bedroom and one bathroom. This rental doesn't have a simple entryway. Since it's a tree house, it hangs 35 feet above the Redwood forests of Bonny Doon. To access the space, you climb a ladder (so pack light). Upon entering, you're greeted by an open air space and a cozy bed. The bathroom is located on the ground level in a mini treehouse structure. The views are expansive, whether you're settled in the bed above the forest or washing your hands in the ground level restroom.

• Location: St. Augustine, Florida

A shipping container house may be hard to picture but this Prince Road Container House has a fun, funky vibe that is sure to win you over. It sleeps a total of six guests with four bedrooms, five beds, and two bathrooms. This is another rental that's made news headlines because of how artsy and imaginative it is. The host describes it as a "unique art-filled combo of top line tech and vintage mid-century." Inside, you can listen to tunes on a '50s jukebox or sit back and enjoy your movie favorites on the 65″ Sony Bravia OLED TV. Play chef in the chef's kitchen, which is equipped with a six-burner Viking gas range. When you're ready to eat, go out to the the covered deck to enjoy the fresh air. If you want to get some sauna time in, you don't have to go far. This rental has a Finnish sauna (added recently in 2022).

• Location: Jaco, Costa Rica

This cylinder, small room rental is located in stunning Jaco, steps from the beach. The space sleeps two guests in a single bedroom and shared bath accommodation. The hosts describes Jaco as an "anything-goes" environment. They provide you with a safe place to rest your head before you head off on your adventures during the day. You can go horseback riding in the rainforest or discover hidden beaches and waterfalls on ATV tours. If you're more of an adrenaline junkie, you may just find your fix on the rainforest zipline or through surfing lessons. The community is tight-knit and welcoming, you have plenty of delectable food options, and can extend your fun well into the night.

• Location: Placencia, Belize

This Placencia Peninsula lakefront villa is suitable for two adults only or two adults with a child. It has one bedroom, two beds (the second is a twin cushion meant for children), and one bathroom in a two-level home. You're only 50 yards from the ocean when you stay here. The organic architecture is stylish and the interior decor is light and bright, creating a naturally inviting environment. On the first level, you have a kitchen with the supplies you need, bench seating, and a hot tub smackdab in the living room. The sleeping area is on the second level along with the bathroom, which boasts a rain showerhead in a rainforest-like environment.