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8 Airbnb Beach Rentals That Still Have Dates Available For Your Perfect Summer Getaway
Temperatures are up and necklines are down as summer is in full swing here in the good ol' northern hemisphere. Thanks to the Internet and the popularity of the sharing economy, there are lots of short-term beach rentals available for living out your summer fantasies. Check out these 10 Airbnb beach rentals that still have dates available between now and the end of September.
Pack a beach bag and stock up on sunscreen, because we're about to go on a beach vacation across North America.
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Malibu Yurt On A Magical Hippie Farm
Nestled just up the hill from California’s El Matador State Beach, this yurt is the perfect retreat from your hectic lifestyle. It’s on an organic farm with a functioning orchard, chickens, a swimming pool, and farm-to-table breakfast served at your leisure. Make this your home base when visiting Malibu for just $155 per night. Locals that would like to enjoy a meal with an ocean view but don’t want to stay the night can just send the host a message and she’ll arrange an organic dining experience!
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Tybee Island Bungalow With A Private Party Patio
Want to enjoy a cozy seaside cottage on a budget? This bungalow on Georgia’s Tybee Island provides all the charm and style you need for just $89 per night. Complete with a propane grill, you’ll be able to relax and enjoy the warm summer nights. Keep an eye out for fireflies that appear around dusk.
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Brick Beauty In The New Orleans French Quarter
New Orleans is a city surrounded by water and filled with music. This gorgeous one bedroom with original exposed brick walls and two fireplaces is one block from Bourbon Street. For $200 a night, you can enjoy the pomp of brass bands coming through the shutters, a short walk to the Mississippi River, and quick drives to a ton of the bayou’s most beautiful beaches.
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1920s Charming Triplex On Santa Catalina Island
Just 22 miles from the Los Angeles coast, you’ll find a pastel-soaked Wes Anderson film come to life called Avalon, the larger of the two cities on Catalina Island. Everyone on Catalina travels in golf carts, and the businesses are predominantly luau and pirate-themed. Bring three friends and split the bill for this adorable yellow triplex. Make sure to get a pineapple burger at El Galleon while you’re there.
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Pacific Northwest Cottage Of Chill
This one might be my favorite in terms of the quantity of amenities that exist specifically to make the place more chill. This cottage in Rockaway Beach, Oregon is dog friendly, has a wood-burning fireplace and a private hot tub, and there is no security deposit at the time of reservation. On top of all that, this place can be yours for $99 per night (before a few small fees). Make sure to get some vinyl spinning on the record player before you enjoy a glass of Oregon wine on the patio.
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Shelter Island Beachfront Getaway
So, you like the idea of the Hamptons but crowds just aren’t your thing, right? Check out this waterfront beach house on Shelter Island. Complete with four bikes and four kayaks, this gem is purportedly “like Maui in the sixties.” Get a few couples in on this trip to help foot the bill for the three-night minimum, and enjoy a beer from your rocking chair on the front porch.
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Too Good To Be True Costa Rica Cabin
This cabin on Cabuya Beach in Costa Rica rings in at $60 per night. It’s located on a private cul de sac by the beach and is surrounded by jungle. You’ll even be greeted by the sounds of howler monkeys, which are a lot more interesting than cicadas, as far as I’m concerned.
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Romatic Jewel At Kealakekua Bay
Get ‘em while they’re hot, ladies. This adorable treehouse at Kealakekua Bay in Captain Cook, Hawaii only has a few available dates left this summer. If you do manage to snag a night in paradise, you’ll enjoy the outdoor kitchen and tiki bar, the 30 second walk to the beach, and the wonderful decorative details inside and outside of the cottage. If you’re looking for a place to do some honeymooning, I think this is your spot.
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