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These one-of-a-kind Airbnb rentals are perfect for your next weekend getaway in Texas

Meagan Falcon
Corpus Christi

Looking for a weekend getaway to unplug, recharge and satisfy your craving for adventure?

Indulge your inner voyeur and peer into these peculiar, one-of-a-kind Texas abodes on Airbnb where you can actually spend the night should you so desire.

From a real-life tree house to a totally off-the-grid adobe dome, these places aren't just bigger in Texas, they're out-of-this-world.

Modern Hill Country Tiny Cabin, Dripping Springs

This farmhouse-modern guest cabin is located on a scenic ranch hidden away in Dripping Springs, Texas. It features a spacious open living area, bedroom, loft and grand porch.

This modern tiny farmhouse cabin sits on top of a small hill with views of a creek and canyon in Dripping Springs, which is about 23 miles west of Austin. The cabin is conveniently located to a pool, Pedernales Falls State Park, the Hilly Country Galleria, and a horse stable. 

**Price (per night): $119 

Accommodates: 5 

This farmhouse-modern guest cabin is located on a scenic ranch hidden away in Dripping Springs, Texas. It features a spacious open living area, bedroom, loft and grand porch.

Extraordinary Tree House, Dallas

This handcrafted tree house is located in the heart of Little Forest Hills in Dallas, Texas. It features winding gravel foot paths through a forested canopy and has a rustic elegant atmosphere.

Tucked away in the heart of Little Forest Hills in Dallas, this timeless, private tree house looks like it is straight out of a storybook world.

It features winding gravel foot paths through a frosted canopy, a foot bridge traversing Ash Creek, and a rustic atmosphere inside.

**Price (per night): $245

Accommodates: 4

This handcrafted tree house is located in the heart of Little Forest Hills in Dallas, Texas. It features winding gravel foot paths through a forested canopy and has a rustic elegant atmosphere.

Modern Studio Loft with City Views, Houston

This studio loft is located in the heart of downtown Houston. It's industrial look will have guests amazed by its modern styling.

Relax in this industrial studio loft with some of the best views in downtown Houston. This beautiful loft provides all the comforts of home and privacy you need for a perfect getaway. It is nearby popular restaurants, stores and is only a few minutes away from Minute Maid Park.

**Price (per night): $79

Accommodates: 2

This studio loft is located in the heart of downtown Houston. It's industrial look will have guests amazed by its modern styling.

Vintage Airstream/Glamping Oasis, Denton

Relax at this 1972 vintage airstream located on open acreage in Denton, Texas. It features modern furnishing such as a queen bed, dinette, a cast iron bathtub, and more.

This fully renovated 1972 vintage air stream is located near an on-site fishing pond and luscious grounds to walk or bike on in Denton. Don't be surprised if you find roaming Longhorns near the camp, for the private camper sits on some of the last open acreage in the county.

**Price (per night): $99

Accommodates: 2

Relax at this 1972 vintage airstream located on open acreage in Denton, Texas. It features modern furnishing such as a queen bed, dinette, a cast iron bathtub, and more.

Modern Solar Home, Marfa

Relax at this isolated modern solar home just south of Marfa, Texas. The two bedroom, three bath home features world class views of Big Bend National Park.

Are you looking for complete isolation from the rest of the world? Relax at this solar powered home located one hour and 20 minutes south of Marfa. 

It has everything you need — especially the view.

**Price (per night): $395

Accommodates: 5

Relax at this isolated modern solar home just south of Marfa, Texas. The two bedroom, three bath home features world class views of Big Bend National Park.

Angler's Court Beach Bungalow, Port Aransas

Angler's Court was originally purchased by Flora Caylor Buerger's grandparents in 1950 and has been in her family ever since. This cottage is a highly sought-after Airbnb in Port Aransas.

Enjoy some of the best views the Gulf of Mexico has to offer when you stay at this cozy bungalow. Located in one of Texas' most popular beach towns, this historic beach bungalow is just a short walk away from boutique shopping, popular restaurants and the best nightlife entertainment in Port Aransas.

**Price (per night): $96

Accommodates: 2

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Get an inside look at highly sought after Port Aransas Airbnb

Angler's Court was originally purchased by Flora Caylor Buerger's grandparents in 1950 and has been in her family ever since. This cottage is a highly sought-after Airbnb in Port Aransas.

Historic Park Home, San Antonio

This historic three-story mansion, built in 1910, is located nearby a lush park in San Antonio, Texas. It is only a two-mile drive from the Riverwalk and the Alamo.

This 1910 three-story home is located in San Antonio's Alta Vista midtown neighborhood, which is only a two-mile drive from the Pearl, Riverwalk and the Alamo. Sheltered by massive Texas Oak trees, this miniature mansion offers all the comforts of a private get away. You have the option of staying in a private room, apartment or a guesthouse. 

**Price (per night): $55

Accomodates: 2

This historic three-story mansion, built in 1910, is located nearby a lush park in San Antonio, Texas. It is only a two-mile drive from the Riverwalk and the Alamo.

Two-story Barndominium, San Marcos

The two-story barndominium is located on six wooded acres in San Marcos, Texas. The tree house home features a barnwood interior and rusty tin exterior, 40 windows and is only seven miles from the town square.

This modern 1200 square-foot two-story barn/tree house provides the perfect adventure for the everyday traveler. The unique home provides scenic views of wildlife and nature on the six wooded acre lot in San Marcos.

**Price (per night): $168

Accomodates: 4

The two-story barndominium is located on six wooded acres in San Marcos, Texas. The tree house home features a barnwood interior and rusty tin exterior, 40 windows and is only seven miles from the town square.

Vintage Airstream in Barton Springs, Austin

Kick back in this vintage air stream located in Austin, Texas. The unique home is stylishly decorated with retro-themed furniture and bright aesthetic colors.

Enjoy what Austin has to offer when you stay at this vintage air stream argosy vacation home. The unique home is stylishly decorated with a nostalgic retro vibe and is located near downtown Austin.

This home is also featured on Airbnb Plus, which is a part of a selection of high-quality homes with hosts known for great reviews and attention to detail.

**Price (per night): $75

Accomodates: 2

Kick back in this vintage air stream located in Austin, Texas. The unique home is stylishly decorated with retro-themed furniture and bright aesthetic colors.

Bubble at Basecamp Terlingua, Terlingua

The Basecamp Bubble room in Terlingua, Texas is one of the first inflatable bubble rooms in the United States. It sleeps two adults and includes air-conditioning and heat, an indoor shower and toilet, a fridge and outdoor seating to enjoy the scenic desert.

Are you looking for a chance to getaway and experience the beauty of nature? Stay in a private bubble at Basecamp Terlingua, which is one of the only inflatable bubble rooms in the United States. You'll experience the wonders of the Texas desert in this air-conditioned private dwelling isolated from the modern world.

Did we mention you'll have great views of the night sky?

**Price (per night): $75

Accommodates: 2

The Basecamp Bubble room in Terlingua, Texas is one of the first inflatable bubble rooms in the United States. It sleeps two adults and includes air-conditioning and heat, an indoor shower and toilet, a fridge and outdoor seating to enjoy the scenic desert.

The Barn at the White House, Burton

The Barn at the White House is located on 20-acres of rolling hills in Burton, Texas near Round Top, Texas. The rough cedar barn features elegant, rustic furniture and scenic views of nature.

Stay in this elegant, rough cedar barn renovated to give guests a one-of-a-kind experience in the hill country. Located on 20 acres of rolling hills, the unique home offers views of Washington County's beautiful countryside. Guests can also enjoy a wonderful walk through the property's 300-acre olive orchard and fish in the fully stocked lake nearby.

**Price (per night): $295

Accommodates: 8

The Barn at the White House is located on 20-acres of rolling hills in Burton, Texas near Round Top, Texas. The rough cedar barn features elegant, rustic furniture and scenic views of nature.

Ryder's Tree House, Baird

Ryder's Tree House is located on an 800-acre ranch in Baird, Texas. It features a private, relaxing atmosphere perfect for any weekend getaway.

This tree house is a perfect place for a romantic getaway during the spring, summer and fall months. The one-of-a-kind home is located in the middle of an 800-acre working ranch in Baird, and has everything you need such as horses, fish and an opportunity to photograph nature.

**Price (per night): $200

Accommodates: 2

Ryder's Tree House is located on an 800-acre ranch in Baird, Texas. It features a private, relaxing atmosphere perfect for any weekend getaway.

Cloey's Cabin, Chandler

Cloey's Cabin is located nearby a small private lake in Chandler, Texas. Its rustic interior and exterior can transport any guest to the Old West.

Relax and enjoy a private getaway when you stay at this tiny cabin located on a small private lake in Chandler. This Airbnb rental is known for its unique architecture and its bathtubs made from horse troughs.

At the end of your stay, you'll feel like a modern-day pioneer living in the Old West.

**Price (per night): $125

Accommodates: 2

Cloey's Cabin is located nearby a small private lake in Chandler, Texas. Its rustic interior and exterior can transport any guest to the Old West.

Off-grid Adobe Dome in the Desert, Terlingua

This remote, off-grid adobe dome is located in the desert of far west Texas in Terlingua, nearby Big Bend National Park. It has great views of nature, especially the night sky.

Go off-the-grid when you stay at this solar-powered adobe dome near Big Bend National Park. This adobe home offers scenic views of the sunrise, sunset and night sky.

**Price (per night): $88

Accommodates: 3

This remote, off-grid adobe dome is located in the desert of far west Texas in Terlingua, nearby Big Bend National Park. It has great views of nature, especially the night sky.

The Mainsail Container Home, Waco

The "Mainsail," a tiny 40-foot container home located in Waco, Texas, features modern, luxurious furniture and a rooftop deck lit by LED lights.

This unique home in Waco is unlike your everyday Airbnb rental. Originally a 40-foot shipping container, this tiny home has received a modern-upgrade. Featuring a full-sized custom tiled shower, living area, kitchen, a spacious bedroom and a fun rooftop deck, the "Mainsail" has everything you need to experience a vacation unlike any other.

**Price (per night): $89

Accommodates: 4

The "Mainsail," a tiny 40-foot container home located in Waco, Texas, features modern, luxurious furniture and a rooftop deck lit by LED lights.

** = Airbnb rentals fluctuate throughout the year and are not set prices.

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