8 Greatest Airbnb Leases To Escape the Chilly

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While I’m still enjoying winter—taking advantage of the cold with lots of ice-skating and ski lessons—that doesn’t mean I’m not also daydreaming of a trip to a warmer climate. In fact, I’m so deep in my wishful thinking, bundled in a sweater and sitting next to a blazing wood stove, I just bought a new bathing suit. I’m not yet ready for the snowbird life, but it’s easy to imagine how nice it would be to sit by a pool with an iced beverage on a sunny day. So, what better way to spend an hour or two, than to scour Airbnb for the best rentals to escape the cold? Even if the weather isn’t Death Valley hot, these delightfully designed vacation spots in tropical locales, beachside towns, or desert-adjacent locations are definitely much warmer than the Northeast!

My additional criteria for this dream list of the best warm weather rentals included at least one of the following: a lounge-worthy outdoor space; a pool, hot tub, or sauna (bonus points for two or more at the same place); and a grill or pizza oven for alfresco dining. Check out the following Airbnb options around the world for your own trip planning.