West Coast Teahouse
Kenwood, California
This Japanese style, three-room house has many authentic details including Tatami Mat floors, Shoji screen panels and an African slate soaking tub. The home is surrounded by a lush garden with a foot bridge over a small waterfall. There is a private patio with seasonal swimming pool and hot tub. The place is also in the heart of the Sonoma Wine Region, where you can tour 20 local wineries or enjoy the two state parks and many shops and restaurants in the area.
-Sleeps 2, available year-round, nightly rates, no smoking inside
707-833-6998
www.winecountryteahouse.com

Camp Cobblestone
Saranac Lake, New York
This cobblestone camp is one of the last great camps in northern New York. Built in 1900, the estate is on 20 acres of lakefront property. The camp includes a unique cobblestone boathouse, an octagonal living room and numerous stone guest cottages. There are boats and kayaks available for guest and all 11 buildings on the property have lake and White Face Mountain views.
-Sleeps 15, available June to the beginning of Oct., rent by week or night
www.adirondackrealestate.com

Redwood Tree House
Sonoma County, California
Nestled in a redwood grove on the banks of the Russian River, this home is unique. The entrance is an arch carved through a redwood trunk and redwood tree grows right up through the middle of the house. The warm and comfortable living space has redwood paneled walls and river views. See the charming shopping and dining district in Healdsburg or enjoy rafting and canoeing on the Russian River.
-Sleeps 6, available year-round, weekly and nightly rates, no pets, no smoking
415-388-1068
www.vrbo.com

Medieval Citadel
Provence, France
This 13th-century house in a medieval citadel has spacious rooms with wonderful views. It overlooks Castle Square in the heart of the village of Les Arcs. The house is arranged over four floors with a magnificent lounge on the top floor. It is only a few minute walk to the lower village with its large range of shops and restaurants or 30 minutes to the beaches of St. Tropez.
-Sleeps 4, available year-round, weekly rates, no smoking, no pets except by prior agreement
www.vrbo.com

Classic Trailers
Bisbee, Arizona
The Shady Dell trailer park has been providing trailer and camping spaces since 1927. Today you can stay in one of nine vintage trailers on the property, ranging from the 12-foot Crown Trailer to the 33-foot Royal Mansion. All trailers have original décor and period furnishings and include a grassy area with lounge chairs, bathroom and laundry facilities. Visit the mile-high mining town of Bisbee and see museums, art galleries and antique shops.
-Sleeps 2, available year-round, nightly rates that vary by trailer, no children under 10, no smoking, no pets
520-432-3567
www.theshadydell.com

Floating House
Portland, Oregon
Experience the tranquility of river life at this home built entirely on a floating platform on the Willamette River. With 2,500 square feet, the home has a separate floating office and a greenhouse that grows grapes, strawberries and tomatoes. The master suite is the entire second floor and has a deck and a hot tub. There is a fire pit on the large cedar deck for cold river nights. Nearby is the Timberline Lodge where you can ski year-round and state parks where you can see waterfalls.
-Sleeps 6, available year-round, nightly rates, no big parties
503-539-1911 or 503-656-3132
www.perfectplaces.com
www.vrbo.com

Lighthouse Keeper's Cottage
Cornwall, England
This restored lighthouse keeper's cottage is next to St. Anthony's Head Lighthouse, built in 1835. It features a sunroom with a reinforced picture window where you can look out to the sea and a large deck for watching sailboats and birds go by. Visit the quaint harbor village of St. Mawes to find delicious seafood and grab a ferry to the busy town of Falmouth.
-Sleeps 4, available year-round, weekly and nightly rates, minimum stays apply
Phone: +44 0 1386-701177
www.ruralretreats.co.uk