Don’t bring a good book into this bed or you might never make it out. That’d be a shame, since this midcentury A-frame puts you so close to so many classic Oregon Coast pleasures. Dig for clams at Netarts or Tillamook Bay, follow endless hiking trails through coastal rainforest, or ask your Superhost, Emily, about her favorite local spots.
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Elizabeth’s handbuilt 1957 mountain home is only 10 minutes from the shops and street performers of Pearl Street, but you’d never know it. Kick back and soak up the winter sun—and a panoramic view of the Rockies’ Front Range—or grab your snowboard and head out to Eldora Mountain.
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The narrow 14th-century streets of Bukchon Hanok Village can make you lose track of where—or when—you are. This renovated hanok in the heart of the neighborhood can have the same effect (at least until you use the distinctly 21st-century toiletries). Check out the two palaces that flank the neighborhood or ask your Superhost, Han, for local tips while savoring the...
The downside of a place as cozy as Superhost Elsa’s tiny home is that it tends to make you rip through your reading material. Head to Malaprop’s Bookstore/Cafe to replenish your supply. When you’re ready for some real-life adventure, the trails of Mt. Mitchell are within a short drive along the spectacular Blue Ridge Parkway.
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Superhost Kay’s apartment puts you in the heart of the lovely old Bergmannkiez neighborhood. To get your bearings, climb the hill in Viktoriapark for a view of the city. (If it’s snowy, you can sled back down.) For lunch, walk to the 19th-century Marheineke Markthalle and prepare to be overwhelmed with options.
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Superhosts Sara and Eric’s midcentury chalet is equally well suited for hitting the slopes or hanging out by the fire (or in a sunny spot on the floor). A shuttle to Big Bear Mountain Resort is a short walk away. If you ever want a break from the ski/après-ski cycle, check out Big Bear Alpine Zoo, which rehabilitates and releases...
Surrounded by 17,000 foot peaks, Superhost Ashima's Manali home offers an escape from the hustle and bustle of city life. Spend your day admiring the landscape, which changes depending on the way the sun hits or when a cloud goes by. If you're looking to meet the locals, the village is only a 20 minute walk downhill, with communal hot...
In the corner of Vermont known as the Northeast Kingdom, this treehouse above Walker Pond is one of the most regal castles. After a day on the slopes of Jay Peak Resort, have a soak in the handmade cedar tub. When you get hungry, nearby Newport has some great new places to try, though you might have a hard time...
Even the tightest circle of friends starts as an assortment of strangers. Thanks to all the guests who ventured into unfamiliar territory this year—and all the hosts who gave them a warm welcome far from home. Here’s to more time with old and new friends in 2020.
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Hallasan National Park and the rugged coastline may get all the glory, but Jeju Island has some impressive indoor scenery, too. Tucked away in a quiet village, Superhost Dani’s cottage gives you a taste of everyday life away from the visiting crowds. When you do feel like venturing out, it’s also within easy reach of those celebrated volcano hikes and...
