They range in size from tiny homes to huge villas and in grandeur from rustic cabins to luxurious penthouses, but these holiday rentals do have one thing in common: each opens up to the most spectacular scenery. Whether surrounded by rolling hills, gazing out at the ocean or framing mountain peaks, these are the Airbnbs with the most beautiful views across the USA. Due to COVID-19, it’s worth checking state travel advisories before planning a trip.
Crowds are definitely not a problem at this mountain home in Arizona – it’s a wonderful place to relax and enjoy epic views with not a single neighbour in sight. While the home is remote, there are shops and restaurants within a 15-minute drive and wonderful hiking and biking opportunities on the doorstep too. You’ll probably just want to stock up and enjoy the solitude, though, with a gorgeous patio with gas grill and views over the mountain pines.
Soak in sweeping city views from the infinity pool (and beyond) at this gorgeous Beverly Hills villa. Perched high above the sprawl of Los Angeles, the four-bedroom home also has a rooftop hot tub and a large fireplace framed by views out to the garden. If it’s a little too chilly for a swim, the large soaking tub in the bathroom sits adjacent to a balcony for more of those gorgeous views. The family room features beautiful French doors leading to a terrace overlooking the mountains.
A short drive from Joshua Tree National Park, Villa Kuro somehow manages to fit seamlessly into its surreal yet stunning surroundings. Originally built in the 1960s, the ranch-style house has been restored and transformed into a relaxing hideaway, framing the desert views with floor-to-ceiling picture windows. The property is located in front of an ancient boulder mountain and, at night, the sky is thick with stars. The views are pretty spectacular from inside the house but there’s also a fire-pit area and saltwater hot tub for outdoor stargazing.
With sweeping vistas over Los Angeles, this Hollywood Hills villa could hardly be dreamier. Glance over downtown and scour the hills for the Hollywood sign from the comfort of the terrace, lounge and even a huge bath, with floor-to-ceiling windows throughout the property. You can see as far as the Pacific Ocean from some rooms, while the three bedrooms share the rest of the villa’s chic, contemporary decor.
Located on Malibu's exclusive Carbon Beach – known as Billionaire’s Beach – this stunning five-bedroom beach house offers unparalleled coastal views and the chance to wake up and fall asleep to the lull of the Pacific waves below. Every room is decorated in soothing tones that complement the surroundings, while glass doors slide open to a gorgeous terrace with sun loungers facing the ocean. Located along the Pacific Coast Highway, the house is also perfectly positioned for a coastal road trip.
A unique home built into a sandstone cliff, this Airbnb in the McElmo Canyon is truly something special. Looking out to Sleeping Ute Mountain, McElmo Canyon and the surrounding red sandstone rocks, the one-bedroom house has jaw-dropping views both during the day and at night. With huge windows all around and exposed rock that juts into the stylishly decorated living areas, this place takes bringing the outside in to new levels. There are hiking trails just outside and it’s a 40-minute drive to Mesa Verde.
Located in the heart of the Rocky Mountains and just half an hour’s drive from the posh ski resort of Vail, this two-bedroom tiny home sits on private land and is completely surrounded by a national forest. Inside are two sleeping lofts, while the main level has a fully equipped kitchen and a cosy living area – and with these views, there’s not much else you need.
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Looking out to a sandy beach and the ocean beyond, this one-bedroom condo brings the coastal feel indoors with plenty of nautical elements. From sprawling views of the Gulf to a fantastic location almost right on the sand, this home also comes with access to the amenities of the nearby Pelican Beach Resort, including indoor and outdoor swimming pools, tiki bar and private beach.
The only way to get clearer ocean views would be to book a swish stateroom on a cruise ship – or, given the luxurious style of this two-bedroom penthouse, perhaps to charter a yacht. Offering some of the best vistas in Florida’s Hollywood – between Miami and Fort Lauderdale – this posh pad has a generous balcony with a panorama of the ocean. Guests also have access to a rooftop pool, bar and restaurant.
Tucked just off the Lookout Mountain Scenic Highway in the small community of Rising Fawn, this charming barn home might not be the biggest or most luxurious Airbnb in the state but we reckon it’s the prettiest – not least because of its ever-visible surroundings. The one-bed house has high ceilings with skylights, a rustic cabin–inspired interior and gorgeous tall windows that frame the idyllic forest views. There's an outside seating area with a grill too, while the kitchen is fully equipped for cooking meals inside.
Guests sleep nestled among the trees at this secluded haven on the outskirts of Volcanoes National Park on Hawaii Island (the Big Island). A wraparound veranda gives panoramic views over the rainforest while the shower cascades with naturally caught rainwater. Coquí frogs – named for the sounds they make – chirp away as night falls and, in the morning, the veranda is the perfect spot for enjoying a cup of coffee in the middle of the stunning jungle scenery.
Overlooking black lava fields and gazing towards the ocean, this one-bedroom beach house on Hawaii's Big Island has more than 500 secluded acres of state land on its rather beautiful doorstep, perfect for hiking or strolling along the coast. Among many standout features are the wraparound picture windows that can be fully opened to welcome in the salty ocean breeze. There is a small store nearby and a bar less than a mile away, but it’s perfectly possible to spend your time in glorious isolation.
Another apartment with gravity-defying views, this two-bedroom condo is all about comfort and, of course, the city skyline. The living area has floor-to-ceiling wraparound windows looking out to downtown Chicago. Both bedrooms also feature floor-to-ceiling windows and there's a shaded patio perfect for enjoying a leisurely morning coffee or evening cocktail. Michigan Avenue, Navy Pier and Millennium Park are all a short walk away.
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This sprawling 10-bedroom, six-bathroom lakefront lodge sits on the edge of the Mille Lacs Lake, with gorgeous views of the water and surrounding area from all angles and through every window. Less than two hours’ drive from Minneapolis, the lodge has a sauna, outdoor seating area with grill, waterside fire pit (pictured) and a pontoon to make the most of lake life.
The clue’s in the name – The View really is all about the view. Located in a prime spot for sweeping panoramas of the Lone Peak and the surrounding mountains in Montana’s Big Sky, the four-bedroom villa has jaw-dropping views from every window. There’s also an alfresco dining area and hot tub overlooking the mountain slopes, and the lamps dotted about the deck create a clever indoor-outdoor feel. On colder evenings, admire the views from the cosy living room with a gas fireplace.
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Make the most of ranch life with a stay at this outstanding two-bedroom guesthouse on the edge of Yellowstone National Park. The beautiful home has floor-to-ceiling picture windows offering breathtaking views of the surrounding mountain scenery. The guesthouse is part of Erik’s Ranch, a nonprofit with lodging run by young adults with autism. They also work as tour guides, taking guests to skiing spots, on hiking trails in Gallatin National Forest, to visit hot springs and of course to Yellowstone.
Some views are so spectacular they barely seem real. That’s certainly the case at this luxury two-bedroom mountain cottage on the outskirts of elegant ski resort city, Jackson. The solar-powered house has a professional-standard kitchen with gas range cooker, a gloriously luxurious bathroom with deep-soaking tub, three separate living areas and a billiard room. The huge deck makes the most of the spectacular views over the White Mountains.
The outdoor hot tub at Blue Lake Lodge sits on a huge deck overlooking swathes of Lincoln National Forest and with views of Sierra Blanca Peak. The rest of this luxurious lodge, set on 10 secluded acres of land, is pretty glorious too. The Airbnb has seven bedrooms, sleeping up to 16, and is close enough to the town of Ruidoso for shopping – yet remote enough to enjoy a bit of peace and quiet. The views are visible throughout, with generous windows in every room.
Perfect to shut out the outside world, this wonderfully remote house enjoys the best of all worlds – or times of day – with beautiful sunrises, spectacular sunsets and night skies thick with stars. The three-bedroom house, sleeping six, is located deep in the desert and within a short drive of Death Valley National Park and its remoteness is all part of the charm. It’s equipped with everything you need, including a beautiful open-plan kitchen, comfortable living area and – best of all – a large deck with sunken hot tub.
The mid-century modern decor in this Airbnb is pretty eye-catching, with minimal yet impactful pops of pattern and colour and design details like an Eames chair. Even so, it’s hard to tear your gaze away from what’s just outside. The stunning two-bedroom home is located in the serene Riceville Valley, just a five-minute drive from the famed Blue Ridge Parkway, and is surrounded by rolling hills. The landscape ranges from lush green in summer to sparkling white in winter, and it’s all framed by huge picture windows and doors.
This stunning two-bedroom apartment, perched on the 22nd floor, is surrounded by floor-to-ceiling windows framing spectacular views of downtown Charlotte. The epic high-rise panoramas can be enjoyed from both bedrooms as well as the bathroom, while the open-plan living area features a stylish corner sofa and feature fireplace. The building also has a rooftop bar for even more of those incredible views.
Imagine waking up surrounded by these glorious valley views, watching the sun dip behind the trees from your private deck – or perhaps soaking up the scenery while soaking in the outdoor hot tub. This unique chalet-style house has two bedrooms, one of which is an atrium offering guests a chance to sleep surrounded by nature. The rest of the house features generous picture windows to let the outdoors in, while the owner offers private ceramics classes in a studio downstairs.
Located just steps from the beach, this two-bedroom home is an unusual A-shape, beautifully framing ocean views from Cape Meares to Cape Lookout. The cabin also has a large private deck with a wood-burning stove for chillier nights. The area is pretty special too, with hiking and nature trails and opportunities for crabbing and digging for clams.
Cosy interiors, amazing forest views and cute details like an outdoor swing seat await at this unique treehouse escape. Nestled in the woods right by the Blue Ridge Mountains, the one-bedroom property pretty much has windows for walls – and, in the case of spaces like the outdoor ‘living room’, no walls at all. It’s a glorious setting, with nearby lakes for a dip and hiking trails that weave through the countryside.
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This treetop house at East Zion Resort has incredible views over the spectacular scenery of southern Utah. A deck juts out at the front, ideal for gazing at the starry night skies. The property packs in a surprising amount, sleeping up to four with one bedroom and a double sofa bed in the living area and with a bathroom, kitchenette, fire pit and gas grill. There’s a shared pool and hot tub area too, again perfectly positioned to take in the scenery.
Built using reclaimed materials, this cosy two-bedroom cabin near Nashville is the place for the ultimate secluded getaway. It’s surrounded by thick forest that seems to hug the property, filling each floor-to-ceiling window with glorious green. The decor, with an appealing vintage feel, complements the setting, and you can soak up the area’s natural beauty from the comfort of an armchair.
The glass walls of this mid-century modern home strip away any need for patterned wallpaper or colourful paint. It’s the surrounding greenery and ivy-clad walls that provide the colour, along with the birds that often land by or flutter past the living room. The four bedrooms, one of which has a deep-soaking bathtub, also have huge windows to make the most of the views. The property, in the heart of Texas Hill Country yet close enough for trips into Austin city centre, is surrounded by nature trails, lake parks and wineries.
Nestled into a mountainside in central Washington, this one-bedroom home has a round doorway that opens up to fields that roll towards the mountains and the Columbia River. The underground Lord of the Rings-inspired hobbit home sleeps two and is all cosiness and comfort with a fireplace, hot drinks bar, fully equipped bathroom and a queen-sized bed. Best of all, your only neighbours (unless Bilbo Baggins is around) will be local wildlife like deer, rabbits and grouse.
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With the Appalachian Trail just a couple of miles away, this cosy lakeside cabin has a fabulous location and huge feature windows that usher in views of the forest-lined water. Go fishing on the lake, relax in the hot tub with a glass of wine or retreat to the inviting sofas indoors and enjoy an evening by the fireplace while still enjoying stunning views over the water. There are three bedrooms sleeping up to 10 guests, so it’s ideal for families or groups.
Views of the mountains fill the windows of this gorgeous two-bedroom cabin like the most glorious paintings. The property, around half an hour’s drive from some of America’s most spectacular scenery at Yellowstone National Park, combines rustic charm with chic modern decor with a mix of exposed brick, cosy furnishings, eye-catching artworks and focal points like the enormous stone fireplace.
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