Opting for an off-the-grid getaway but not quite ready to sleep in a tent? Thankfully, Airbnb lists hundreds of cabins throughout the nation where you can explore the forest by day and relax in front of a fireplace or in a hot tub on the deck at night. Whether you’re looking for a place near Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park, or Ohio’s Hocking Hills State Park, there’s an Airbnb cabin to rent for every type of trip, including rustic log cabins fit for romantic getaways, cozy tree houses for solo adventures, and midcentury-modern A-frames for your entire family.
So go ahead—pack your weekend getaway bag and take some time to disconnect from it all.
Airbnb cabins in the Northeast
The Barn in Tivoli in New York has plenty of common space for friends to hang out.
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The Barn in Tivoli
- Location: Tivoli, New York
- Sleeps: 5
- Highlights: Indoor fireplace, outdoor firepit
- Book now: airbnb.com
Located about two hours north of New York City in the village of Tivoli on the Hudson River, this converted barn features a loft-like open floor plan spread across three levels that is great for groups of friends traveling together. In warm weather, you can enjoy the outdoor shower and a firepit, which is perfect for s’mores. Once the leaves change, a wood-burning stove in the living room keeps things cozy. Be sure to make the five-minute walk into town to explore Tivoli’s charming main street.
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Willow Tree House
- Location: Willow, New York
- Sleeps: 2
- Highlights: Swimmable pond, firewood-heated hot tub
- Book now: airbnb.com
In recent years, this modern tree house in the Hudson Valley has ranked as one of Airbnb’s most wish-listed rentals in New York State. And it’s easy to see why this is the perfect secluded escape for New Yorkers. Set on 34 acres only a 15-minute drive from the town of Woodstock, this tree house has giant picture windows for enjoying the views of the surrounding forest and the pond just down the hill. You’ll have to climb a ladder in the sleeping loft, but that adds to the cozy element. Don’t forget to pack your swimsuit. In addition to the pond, there’s a firewood-heated hot tub.
Live among the trees in this charming Vermont tree house Airbnb.
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Tree House at Bliss Ridge Farm
- Location: Moretown, Vermont
- Sleeps: 7
- Highlights: Spring-fed pond, private hiking trails
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This whimsical tree house Airbnb rental is located on an 88-acre organic farm only a 20-minute drive south of Waterbury, Vermont (aka the home of the Ben & Jerry’s factory). Accessible via a rope bridge, the tree house offers enough room for up to seven guests to sleep between a queen bed and foldout couch on the main floor, and additional beds in two separate sleeping lofts. The amenities are more rustic than others on this list (compost toilet, outdoor shower, no Wi-Fi), but there’s also a spring-fed pond for swimming on the property so you won’t hear us complaining about anything.
A-frame cabin in Jamaica, Vermont
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Vermont A-Frame Cabin
- Location: Jamaica, Vermont
- Sleeps: 4
- Highlights: Hot tub, outdoor firepit, indoor fireplace
- Book now: airbnb.com
This recently renovated A-frame cabin is decorated with fun pops of mod art, including a retro Mobil Pegasus sign on the exterior and a red geometric chandelier in the living room. There’s a full bed in the upstairs loft and a set of bunk beds on the first floor. (The bunk beds lack guardrails, so this Airbnb is best suited for families with older children.) While parents relax in front of the fireplace and listen to records in the living room, kids can play or watch movies in the downstairs game room. In warmer months, the deck is set up with a grill and an outdoor dining table. Once it cools off, you can heat up the two-person hot tub after a day of skiing. (Stratton, Mount Snow, Magic Mountain, and Bromley ski resorts are all within a short drive.)
Tree house cabin in Johnson, Vermont
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Secluded Tree House Cabin With Mountain Views
- Location: Johnson, Vermont
- Sleeps: 6
- Highlights: Hot tub on enclosed deck, indoor gas fireplace
- Book now: airbnb.com
Live high up among the trees at this secluded multi-story cabin located about a 25-minute drive north of Stowe. With three bedrooms and room for six to spread out, your group can come together in the living room around the gas fireplace or gather in the hot tub on the enclosed deck. Keep in mind that the house is on a dirt road three miles from the village of Johnson, so you’ll want an AWD or 4WD car with good snow tires if you visit in the winter.
If you can’t get to Europe for the weekend, this cozy chalet will do.
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Secret Woodland Chalet
- Location: Lackawaxen, Pennsylvania
- Sleeps: 6
- Highlights: Pets allowed, indoor fireplace, shared pool
- Book now: airbnb.com
This three-bedroom pad makes for a perfect family-friendly option, but just because you’re traveling with kids doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice pretty spaces and great design. This cozy Poconos chalet will win you over with its vintage cabin aesthetic and Scandinavian modern details. When you’re not relaxing inside, you can take the brood skiing and sledding at Masthorpe Mountain. The home is located within the ski community, meaning you’ll have access to such amenities as a miniature golf course, tennis and racquetball courts, and an outdoor pool with a slightly-out-of-place-but-super-fun tiki bar.
Airbnb cabins in the West
This Oregon cabin is ideal for big groups.
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The Woodlands House
- Location: Sandy, Oregon
- Sleeps: 7
- Highlights: Hot tub, indoor fireplace
- Book now: airbnb.com
If your design sensibilities skew modern, this spacious four-bedroom house 30 miles east of Portland is about as far from rustic as you can get while still being surrounded by five acres of forest. Spend your days here exploring the nearby Columbia River Gorge and Mount Hood. Then in the evenings, return to the cabin to relax in the six-person hot tub on the deck.
Cozy up around the fireplace at this Big Bear cabin.
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Big Bear Cabin
- Location: Big Bear, California
- Sleeps: 5
- Highlights: Indoor fireplace
- Book now: airbnb.com
About 100 miles directly east of downtown Los Angeles, Big Bear Lake and the surrounding National Forest land is a popular year-round getaway for Angelenos. This two-bedroom cabin is only 200 feet from the closest trailhead, making it an ideal spot for those who prefer their posthike relaxation to take place underneath a rain shower or in front of a large stone fireplace rather than in a tent.
At this Airbnb, you can meet the farm’s pigs, roosters, and chickens.
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Wilson Farm Cottage
- Location: Damascus, Oregon
- Sleeps: 4
- Highlights: Working farm
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This one-bedroom cottage is located on a working farm about a 30-minute drive east of downtown Portland. During their stay, guests are welcome to help out with the farm duties—like collecting fresh eggs—or simply relax. There’s also a stone crofters cottage and a Nordic A-frame Viking house that visitors are allowed to use during the day as a space to write, read, or meditate.
This Hawaiian cabin is more glam than rustic.
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Kūono Modern Volcano Cabin
- Location: Big Island, Hawai‘i
- Sleeps: 4
- Highlights: Hot tub, outdoor fire pit
- Book now: airbnb.com
Far from rustic, this modern cabin is located in a forest of ‘ōhi‘a trees only a five-minute drive to Hawai‘i Volcanoes National Park. After a day of hiking, relax on the private lanai that is equipped with an outdoor hot tub and firepit. To access the area’s spectacular black-sand beaches at MacKenzie State Recreation Area, drive down the Puna Coast along Route 137, also known as the Red Road.
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The cabins at Constellation Creek are rustic but include creature comforts like Casper mattresses and Egyptian cotton linens.
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Little Bear Cabin at Constellation Creek
- Location: Sierraville, California
- Sleeps: 2
- Highlights: Pets allowed, record player
- Book now: airbnb.com
In a quiet corner of the Sierra Nevadas just 30 minutes north of Truckee, sits a family-run collection of seven cabins called Constellation Creek. For decades, it was a popular getaway for anglers, but fell into disrepair before owners Georgie and Sebastian took over and began to lovingly restore the property. These days, guests can expect clean, refurbished log cabins with room for two to six guests complete with a kitchen, bathroom, fireplace, and porch. Thoughtful touches like vinyl record players (an homage to the owners’ love of music), local snacks and coffee, and plenty of blankets give the cabins an extra cozy touch. Limited cell phone service and no TVs in the rooms force guests to disconnect—which is easy to do when you’re surrounded by a peaceful creek and a forest with hammocks and Adirondack chairs hidden throughout. And, as the name suggests, the stars are brilliant here. However, it’s the hospitality that keeps us coming back—whether it’s your first time or fifth, hosts Georgie and Sebastian, along with their daughter, Birdie, and dog, Blue, are likely to greet you like you’re an old friend.
You won’t have to go far to find Joshua Tree’s namesake plants.
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Jackrabbit Cabin
- Location: Joshua Tree, California
- Sleeps: 2
- Highlights: Pets allowed, access to desert nature
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Cowboy meets Coachella in this tiny, brick-red Airbnb Plus cabin, which had no electricity or running water until very recently but now feels more like a smartly designed studio apartment for two. The kitchenette half of the space features rustic wood cabinetry and a compact dining area, while the bedroom includes cute touches like a moon-phase art piece strung over the bed and paintings of jackrabbits by artist Karine M. Swenson. On the porch, you’ll find a triangle so you can make like a homesteader and holler for your friend or S.O. to head in for supper. From here, on the south side of town, you’re not far from the Desert View Conservation Area, considered one of the area’s best habitats for desert tortoises.
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The Meadowlark Tree House has 500 square feet of space to spread out in.
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Meadowlark Tree House at Montana Treehouse Retreat
- Location: Columbia Falls, Montana
- Sleeps: 4
- Highlights: Electric vehicle charger, custom furnishings
- Book now: airbnb.com
Planning a winter retreat? The Montana Treehouse Retreat is mere minutes from Whitefish Mountain Ski Resort, a 30-minute drive to Glacier National Park, and open year-round. There are two tree houses—including a lofted A-frame cabin called the Raven’s Nest Tree House—at this five-acre property, but we’re partial to the fairy-tale-like Meadowlark Tree House. To access this two-story tree house, you’ll need to climb a spiral staircase built around the trunk of a giant Douglas fir tree. Once inside, you’ll find a full kitchen and bathroom on the main level, as well as an additional deck and half bathroom upstairs in the main bedroom loft.
Enjoy views of Washington’s Mount Adams from the deck of this tree house in the Columbia River Gorge.
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The Klickitat Tree House
- Location: White Salmon, Washington
- Sleeps: 6
- Highlights: Modern alpine design, indoor and outdoor showers
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Located in the Columbia River Gorge about an hour’s drive east of Portland, Oregon, this midcentury modern–inspired Airbnb is lofted 20 feet above the ground in a canopy of Douglas firs. With room for up to six to sleep, you’ll also find a full kitchen and bathroom indoors as well as an outdoor shower on the deck.
Airbnb cabins in the Midwest
Even though it’s only been listed on Airbnb since April 2021, this Ohio A-frame has proven popular.
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Dunlap Hollow A-Frame Cabin
- Location: Rockbridge, Ohio
- Sleeps: 10
- Highlights: Hot tub, indoor fireplace
- Book now: airbnb.com
This cabin (pictured at the top of this story) is located near Ohio’s Hocking Hills State Park and is a great base for hiking the area’s popular trails. (Plus, there’s an outdoor hot tub for easing your muscles posthike.) With room for 10 to sleep between three bedrooms and a windowed loft, this beauty is worth planning ahead for your next large-group trip.
Book two cabins for the price of one at this Indiana Airbnb.
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Log Cabin and Guesthouse on a Pond
- Location: Terre Haute, Indiana
- Sleeps: 6
- Highlights: Hot tub, indoor fireplace
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Located just over an hour’s drive southwest of Indianapolis, this Airbnb has room for six people to sleep across three queen-size bedrooms, including two in the main log cabin and one in the smaller guesthouse on the other side of the driveway. While the main log cabin has a traditional rustic design, you’ll find modern amenities like heated flooring, a renovated kitchen, and a hot tub on the large wraparound deck. The guesthouse, decorated in a modern farmhouse style, comes with its own living room, kitchenette, and bathroom. Fishers take note: The pond that the deck overlooks is fully stocked. Just BYO fishing poles.
The glass walls at this Michigan cabin let the outdoors in.
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Riverfront Glass Cabin in Michigan
- Location: Baldwin, Michigan
- Sleeps: 4
- Highlights: Canoe, tandem kayaks, and fishing poles
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Overlooking Pere Marquette River in western Michigan’s Manistee National Forest, this two-bedroom cabin has central air-conditioning and heat to keep things comfortable no matter the season. But the lack of TV and Wi-Fi means you can enjoy your time in nature away from digital devices. Instead, take advantage of the canoe, tandem kayak, and fishing poles that are free for guests to use. Another highlight? The floor-to-ceiling windows on three walls of the living room that let the outdoors in long after you’ve gone inside for the day.
Airbnb cabins in the South
Use the roof deck for cocktail hour or for stargazing.
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Little River Tiny House
- Location: Maryville, Tennessee
- Sleeps: 4
- Highlights: Indoor fireplace, outdoor firepit
- Book now: airbnb.com
Built by hand using local Tennessee wood, this tiny house isn’t so tiny. In addition to a spacious patio downstairs, there’s a roof deck off the bedroom loft that’s great for stargazing. (The sofa in the living room downstairs folds out into another bed for an additional two guests.) Located outside of Knoxville in the foothills of the Great Smoky Mountains, this Airbnb is about a 45-minute drive from Dollywood and around 30 minutes from the national park entrance in Townsend, Tennessee.
HGTV lovers will enjoy the farmhouse decor in this Virginia cabin.
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Blue Ridge Mountains Tiny House Cabin
- Location: Big Island, Virginia
- Sleeps: 5
- Highlights: Indoor fireplace
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Fans of the modern farmhouse aesthetic (think white subway tile in the bathroom and lots of shiplap everywhere else) will fall in love with this 300-square-foot tiny house only minutes from the Blue Ridge Parkway. Despite its small footprint, this cabin has room for a queen bed in the loft and three bunk beds in the bedroom.
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This Atlanta tree house is like something out of a fairy tale.
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Rustic Tree House Cabin
- Location: Atlanta, Georgia
- Sleeps: 2
- Highlights: Sleep under the stars
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According to Airbnb, this three-room tree house connected by rope bridges is its most wish-listed property in the world. This comes as no surprise, considering the number of times it’s gone viral over the years. Its location, however, is a shock: Minutes from downtown Atlanta, this one-bedroom urban cabin is tucked into the trees to make you feel like you’ve traveled much farther away from it all.
What this A-frame cabin lacks in modern amenities, it makes up for in charm.
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The Starling Blue Ridge A-Frame
- Location: Swannanoa, North Carolina
- Sleeps: 3
- Highlights: Indoor fireplace, pets allowed
- Book now: airbnb.com
This 250-square-foot tiny house dubbed “the Starling” may feel isolated, but in reality, it’s only a 15-minute drive from Asheville and 7 minutes from Pisgah Brewing Company. Built on top of a ridge overlooking the Blue Ridge Mountains, the Starling is an ideal home base for some of the best local hikes. Plus, its back porch is perfectly situated for sunset views. The amenities here are fairly basic: a sleeping loft up a ladder with a full-size mattress, a single butane burner and a wood stove for cooking, and a outhouse located 50 feet down the trail. You’ll also want to keep in mind you’ll need to park your car and then hike 400 feet (about two to five minutes) uphill to the cabin.
This Charlotte, North Carolina, tree house Airbnb is located on a private pond.
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The Carolina Tree House
- Location: Charlotte, North Carolina
- Sleeps: 2
- Highlights: Lake view, swing bed
- Book now: airbnb.com
This charming one-bedroom tree house cabin is an ideal getaway for two that feels more remote than its location—five miles northeast of downtown Charlotte—really is. In the morning, take your cup of coffee down to the private pond the property is situated on, or curl up with a book on the swing bed located underneath the tree house. As the sun goes down, fire up the grill on the upstairs deck and enjoy the views among the trees.
There’s not just one, but two decks to enjoy the mountain views from at this Tennessee cabin.
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Smoky Mountain Log Cabin
- Location: Sevierville, Tennessee
- Sleeps: 6
- Highlights: Shared pool, wood-burning fireplace
- Book now: airbnb.com
This recently remodeled log cabin is located just down the road from the back entrance to Great Smoky Mountains National Park and Cades Cove. Plus, it’s only a 20-minute drive to Pigeon Forge. (Did someone say Dollywood?) Upstairs in the great room there’s a queen-size Murphy bed and queen sleeper sofa, while a king-size bedroom (and pool table) is located down a spiral staircase. Full bathrooms are located on each floor. On the top deck you’ll find a grill, an outdoor dining table, and lounge chairs. The bottom deck has a hot tub and a hammock to enjoy the mountain views, too.
Nicholas DeRenzo contributed reporting to this article. This article originally appeared online in 2019; it was most recently updated on August 10, 2023, to include current information.
