Hotels + Resorts Vacation Rentals The 9 Most Wished for Airbnbs of the Last Decade By Stacey Leasca Stacey Leasca Instagram Twitter Website Stacey Leasca is an award-winning journalist and co-founder of Be a Travel Writer, an online course for the next generation of travel journalists. Her photos, videos, and words have appeared in print or online for Travel + Leisure, Time, Los Angeles Times, Glamour, and many more. You'll usually find her in an airport. If you do see her there, please say hello. Travel + Leisure Editorial Guidelines Updated on June 14, 2022 Share Tweet Pin Email Photo: Courtesy of Airbnb In 2008 the travel industry changed forever. It was then that a little service out of San Francisco called Airbnb launched, allowing both homeowners to rent out extra space and travelers to find affordable accommodations around the globe. Since then, it’s grown into one of the largest startups in the world and has us all lusting over our dream homes across the planet. Over the last 10 years, Airbnb has amassed more than seven million listings across 100,000 cities in 220 counties. While there are excellent listings everywhere, there are a few people wishing for more than others. Check out the nine most wished for Airbnbs over the last 10 years below, and maybe just go ahead and book one so you can stop wishing and start traveling right now. Beachside Abode — Governador Celso Ramos, Brazil Courtesy of Airbnb The four-bedroom, two-and-a-half-bath home sits perched above its own private beach along the coast of Brazil. Though its mid-century modern interior is certainly stunning, the real star of the show are the floor to ceiling windows and the wrap-around deck so guests can take full advantage of the gorgeous view. Book it now The Hector Cave House — Santorini, Greece Courtesy of Airbnb The cave house in Santorini gives guests both a bit of charm and a bit of history all in one. The home, originally carved into the cliffside some 250 years ago, was originally used as a wine cellar. However, it’s been updated and turned into a stunning family home with its own plunge pool large enough for up to five guests. Book it now White Breeze Pool Apartment — Phuket, Thailand Courtesy of Airbnb The simple and clean white breeze apartment in Phuket is a travel couple’s dream. Not only does it come with the perfect amount of space for two, it also comes with access to a dreamy pool only shared by two other apartments. The best part? It’s just $52 a night. Book it now Everview Suite — Cape Town, South Africa Courtesy of Airbnb The Everview Suite, located in Cape Town, is what group travel dreams are made of. The three-bedroom suite comes with three en-suite baths for everyone’s comfort, along with sweeping views of the Atlantic ocean and Table Mountain below. Book it now Balian Treehouse — Bali Courtesy of Airbnb Located just minutes from the beach, this treehouse in Bali will bring you right back to childhood. The treehouse comes with every amenity a traveler needs including a comfortable bed, bathroom, and even a pool to jump into to cool off from the mid-day Bali sun. Book it now Cob Cottage — British Columbia, Canada Courtesy of Airbnb You don’t have to travel all the way to New Zealand to find the hobbit house of your dreams. Instead, you can find that at Cob Cottage in British Colombia. The quaint one bedroom, one bath home is a superb place to book for a quiet get away from it all. Just make sure to bring all your "Lord of the Rings" books with you for good measure. Book it now Seashell House — Isla Mujeres, Mexico Courtesy of Airbnb On the stunning Isla Mujeres off the coast of Mexico, travelers will find the world-famous seashell house. Guests who book the home will have access to a private pool, two king beds, kitchenette, and BBQ, as well as the massive seashell structures that are just waiting for you to take photos of them to post on Instagram. Book it now Off-grid itHouse — Pioneertown, California Courtesy of Airbnb There’s nowhere better to go off the grid than in Pioneertown, just outside of the Joshua Tree National Park in Southern California. And, there’s no better home to do it in than the off-gride itHouse. The home comes with two bedrooms, so it's big enough for you and three friends to find solace. However, as the home implies, it comes with no wifi or cell service so be ready to entertain yourself. Book it now 17th-century Villa — Montevarchi, Italy Courtesy of Airbnb Nothing screams “glamorous vacation” more than booking out a 16-person, 17th century stone farmhouse in the Chianti hills of Italy. The gorgeous home, located just outside of Florance, comes with massive gardens, its own saltwater pool, contemporary art adorning the walls, and a pizza oven to make all your Italian vacation fantasies come to life. Book it now Was this page helpful? Thanks for your feedback! Tell us why! Other Submit