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AirBNB is a very popular website for those looking for temporary accommodations. There are thousands of properties available in various parts of Georgia. While many are little more than a typical house or condo, some Georgians have set out to provide unique experiences for their guests.
Here are some of the most unique AirBNBs available in the Peach State:
Mad Hatter’s House
Location: Mineral Bluff, GA
AirBNB link: bit.ly/46G1Zk2
In a rural area north of Blue Ridge lies a wacky, colorful cottage that’s ideal for celebrating someone’s “non-birthday.” Nearly every inch of the two-bedroom Mad Hatter Cottage is whimsically decorated, including a wood-burning fireplace designed to look like a tree, cloud-like ceiling lights, and faux plants throughout. Outside, there’s a giant chessboard under string lights and a floral fire pit overlooking a wooded area with a creek.
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Home under the hill
Location: Dalton, GA
AirBNB link: bit.ly/4cgclrX
Alice in Wonderland isn’t the only story you can experience in North Georgia. The two-bedroom Home Under the Hill was lovingly built like the hobbit homes from JRR Tolkien’s books. The main door and entryways are brightly painted and rounded, just like in the books, and plenty of wood and brown features add to the warm, cozy atmosphere. Despite the rustic charm, there is a TV and Wi-Fi.
The silo at Oak Hill Farm
Location: Hahira, GA
AirBNB link: bit.ly/4fvn30N
Countless people love the atmosphere of a farm, and there’s nothing more farm-friendly than a converted grain silo. The one-bedroom silo overlooks Oak Hill Farm, a family-owned farm for generations whose owners provide their own eggs for guests’ breakfast. The interior is decorated in southern and elegant style, with a full kitchen and dining area. Outside, there’s a hammock, fire pit, grilling area, and second shower.
Lakefront villa
Location: Gainesville, Georgia
AirBNB link: bit.ly/3WX28Mw
Have you ever wanted to feel like royalty on vacation? This palatial, six-bedroom lakefront estate offers a variety of recreational opportunities. Outside, there’s a full basketball court, hot tub, and private two-story dock with seating area. Indoor amenities include a heatable indoor pool, a fully equipped kitchen on each floor, and two balconies for enjoying the view. Families with multiple children will also love the dormitory-style rooms with bunk beds.
Bide in the trees
Location: Box Springs, GA
AirBNB link: bit.ly/4cgS7OP
Treehouses are many, but few are as luxurious as this one. The one-bedroom “Bide in the Trees” home is over 20 feet tall, offering guests unparalleled views of the giant pines and starry night from the skydeck or 100-foot skywalk. There’s also a koi pond with waterfall, a heated LED tub on the deck, a full-size swing bed, and indoor and outdoor fireplaces. And if you ever need to connect to the outside world, Wi-Fi is available.
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Cats, kittens and cinema
Location: Oxford, Georgia
AirBNB link: bit.ly/4fz04Sn
This one-bedroom space is the perfect place to watch Puss in Boots or Garfield. It serves as a rescue with 7-10 adoptable cats in the therapeutic “cat room” and about 25 cats roaming outside. There is also plenty of cat-friendly furniture and decor inside. Another unique feature is the private movie theater with comfortable seats, a 12-foot screen, a complimentary snack bar with a popcorn machine and candy bars.
