9 Tiny Homes on Airbnb for When You Need a Little Getaway
From a redwood retreat to a revamped 1950s Airstream, these tiny homes offer a quiet escape.
If you’re looking for a unique stay—something off the beaten path, perhaps—these delightful tiny homes are bound to do the trick. Below, we’ve rounded up nine short-term rentals that prioritize charm, modern amenities, and of course, relaxation.
A Revamped 1958 Airstream in Portland, Oregon / Learn More
Set under a tall sequoia tree in Portland’s Buckman neighborhood, the Silver Sequoia is a 1958 Airstream Land Yacht that serves as a well-planned, contemporary Airbnb. The project took design duo Cynthia Tuan and Shane Beers two years to complete—with Beers dedicating himself full time to his first Airstream renovation project.
Photo by Peter Schweitzer
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A Bohemian-Inspired Yurt in Elgin, Texas / Learn More
Located about 30 minutes from Austin, Texas, this hideaway is part of the boutique retreat Green Acres, which was created to provide a space for free spirits, artists, and families to connect in the peace and quiet of nature. The Schulman yurt can accommodate three adults, and features a queen bed and a pull-away. It also comes with heating and bath essentials.
Photo by Kate Zimmerman
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A Delightful Tiny Home in Wellsville, Pennsylvania / Learn More
"It looks small from the outside, but when you step inside, you’re blown away by how big it feels," says the owner, Amber Estep. "It is open, airy, and invokes a feeling of ease as soon as you enter." The home, known as Rumspringa, was inspired by an adventure that Estep and her partner had in Portugal.
Photo by Arien Cronk
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A Geodesic Dome Cabin in the Redwoods of California / Learn More
Tucked away on a 10-acre forested property, the tiny cabin overlooks views of the redwoods. In celebration of the Mushroom Dome Cabin’s popularity (the rental has held the title as Airbnb’s most popular listing for ten years), Airbnb created a replica of the cabin at their headquarters.
Photo by Airbnb
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An Urban Container Home in Atlanta, Georgia / Learn More
Known as ‘Gimlet,’ the shipping container conversion is centrally located in the Reynoldstown neighborhood of Atlanta and is surrounded by some of the city’s most popular shops, cafes, and restaurants. The owners also transformed an old school bus to serve as an add-on experience for Gimlet. Inside are a mini kitchen, dining booth, and pull-out bed/sofa.
Photo by Airbnb
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An A-Frame Cabin off the Coast of Helsinki, Finland / Learn More
Designed by Helsinki-based designer Robin Falck for energy company Neste’s Journey to Zero campaign, the Nolla Cabin champions zero-waste, simple living.
Photo by Neste
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An Eco-Friendly Tiny Home in Portland, Oregon / Learn More
Named after the street it rests on, the Mallory Tiny Home offers a serene, secluded escape in the heart of the city. The owners, Jeanine and Mark, live in the house next door with their dog, Belug.
Photo courtesy of Airbnb
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A Village of Converted Tiny Homes Near Waco, Texas / Learn More
Founded in 2017, CargoHome has built nearly three dozen tiny homes from shipping containers to date, with several of its models currently available as short-term rentals on Airbnb. The pictured model— known as Mainsail—uses a 40-foot shipping container, allowing room for a private bedroom and separate living area. It also opts for a separate entrance along the side, where portions of the original shipping container are visible as part of the facade.
Photo by CargoHome
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A Tiny Home Inside of a Potato in Boise, Idaho / Learn More
After touring the country on a seven-year-long campaign promoting the state’s most famous crop, this six-ton potato—made of concrete, plaster, and steel—returned to its homeland to be transformed into what might just be the quirkiest, most delightful tiny home rental of all time.
Photo by Otto Kitsinger for Idaho Potato Commission
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