If you’ve ever dreamt of living like a celebrity, now you can, with a range of stars’ former abodes available on Airbnb.
According to Travel and Leisure, holidaymakers can choose from a selection of exclusive properties that have all been home to some of the world’s most famous actors, musicians, writers, sports stars and politicians.
Even if it’s only for a night, here are five of the best former celebrity homes now on Airbnb.
Red Hot Chili Peppers Chad Smith’s Mexican mansion
If the rockstar life appeals to you then the Mexican mansion of Red Hot Chili Peppers drummer Chad Smith is going to fit the bill.
The massive villa overlooks a semi-private beach in Cabo San Lucas and is located within a gated community with an emphasis on privacy.
His former four-bedroom, 475sq m home is on top of a cliff, so the outdoor terrace (with infinity pool and hot tub, obviously) offers sweeping views of the Sea of Cortez, and the rooftop patio means you can enjoy both sunsets and sunrises.
You can rent the property on Airbnb, from US$719/night.
Sonny and Cher’s Hollywood bungalow
Music lovers might be interested in 70s pop superstars Sonny and Cher’s two-bedroom, two-bath bungalow overlooking the Hollywood Reservoir.
This treehouse-style home was designed by Greta Grossman in 1954 and used to house 70s pop superstars Sonny & Cher. The upscale neighbourhood is just a five-minute walk from the start of the Wisdom Tree Hike.
You can rent the property on Airbnb, from US$600/night.
Julie Andrews’ secluded architectural marvel
Affectionate known as the “Rubber House”, this artist’s retreat in rural Accord, New York, is believed to be the former home of British actress Julie Andrews.
Originally built for the choreographer Eugene Loring, the home is now owned by “an American ballerina and a British editor” and features amenities like a writer’s tower and a dance studio with mirrored walls and a ballet barre.
You can rent the property on Airbnb, from US$1000/night.
Naomi Osaka’s Miami Open home
Former women’s tennis world number one Naomi Osaka stayed in Villa Nautica, a luxury Airbnb in North Bay Village, as she made her run at the Miami Open.
The five-bedroom home provided privacy and tons of luxe amenities, including a gorgeous pool, to make it easier for her to recharge and recover in between matches.
She even shared pictures of her stay on Instagram and Twitter, stating, “Tennis takes me all over the world, so it’s nice to find places that feel like home on Airbnb.”
You can rent the property on Airbnb, from US$3500/night.
The Bachelor mansion
Fans of The Bachelor can get a taste of the glitz and glamor of the TV show by spending a night in the Iceland countryside villa where the season finale of the US version was filmed.
The 2022 season finale of ABC’s The Bachelor left everyone speechless, much like the stunning Kleif Farm, which was selected as one of the shooting locations of the final episode in Iceland.
Find love (or heartbreak) yourself at this villa located on scenic Kjósarhreppur farmland, where five bedrooms, a fireplace, and a hot tub await. Plus, Reykjavík is only 35 minutes away.
You can rent the property on Airbnb, from US$1345/night.
