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A BREATH OF FRESH AIR

The most amazing Airbnbs around the world – from a luxury villa in Bali to an underground hygge in America and a pink party pad in Essex

MILLIONS of us now use Airbnb for our holiday rentals, but your next stay doesn't need to be in a bog standard villa.

From a bright pink party pad in Essex to a stunning Seashell House in sunny Mexico, these are some of the most amazing holiday homes on Airbnb...

 You can live the life of luxury with this Airbnb villa in Bali - which comes with its own team of private staff
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You can live the life of luxury with this Airbnb villa in Bali - which comes with its own team of private staffCredit: Airbnb

1. Luxury Bali villa

, in Bali, is surrounded by a 700sqm tropical garden - and even comes with its own team of private staff.

The house, in Dencarik, sleeps four - and is available from just £149 per night.

2. Isolated in Iceland

in northern Iceland is set in the long grass - and has stunning mountain and bay views.

One of three flats can be rented from £150 per night - and offer the perfect isolated escape for a group of up to four, while being just a 10-minute drive to Akureyri.

 The house, in Iceland, offers an isolated escape for up to four people
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The house, in Iceland, offers an isolated escape for up to four peopleCredit: Airbnb
 There are stunning panoramic views over the lake and the mountains
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There are stunning panoramic views over the lake and the mountainsCredit: Airbnb
 While inside, the quirky house has a retro feel
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While inside, the quirky house has a retro feelCredit: Airbnb

Inside, the house offers yet more surprises - in the shape of a bright pink kitchen and large windows offering jaw-dropping external views.

3. Seashell House

 The Seashell House, in Mexico, is built by architects - and is totally unique
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The Seashell House, in Mexico, is built by architects - and is totally uniqueCredit: Airbnb

, in Mexico, comes with a swimming pool and unique interior - and could be the perfect holiday home for up to four people.

The architects, who live next door to the property in Isla Mujeres, have even shaped  and decorated the interior to match the white shell theme.

Prices start at £236 per night.

4. Bamboo boudoir

 This Bali house is absolutely jaw-dropping - and even the staircase and furniture are made out of bamboo
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This Bali house is absolutely jaw-dropping - and even the staircase and furniture are made out of bambooCredit: Airbnb
 It is part of a community of luxury bamboo villas - on the Ayung River Valley
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It is part of a community of luxury bamboo villas - on the Ayung River ValleyCredit: Airbnb

The , in Bali, has to be seen to be believed.

It is part of a whole community of luxury bamboo villas, built in 2010, and has three double bedrooms - sleeping up to eight lucky guests.

It's set on the sacred Ayung river valley, in Abiansemal, and prices start at £257 per night.

Beams support the internal structure, while the staircase and furniture are also made from bamboo.

5. Pink palace

 The pink party pad in Essex is definitely eye-catching
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The pink party pad in Essex is definitely eye-catchingCredit: AirB&B
 It sleeps up to 16 people - and has a bar, hot tub and two cinema rooms
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It sleeps up to 16 people - and has a bar, hot tub and two cinema roomsCredit: AirB&B

This mansion in Tiptree, Essex, would definitely catch the eye of passing drivers.

sleeps up to 16 people - but it's not cheap, with prices starting at £2,000.

The house is decorated with flowers, flamingos and unicorns - and it comes with a light-up bar, pool table, hot tub, as well as indoor and outdoor cinema screens.

6. Underground hygge

 This underground hygge is nestled into the Columbia River Gorge mountainside
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This underground hygge is nestled into the Columbia River Gorge mountainsideCredit: Airbnb
 The stunning hobbit hole sleeps two people
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The stunning hobbit hole sleeps two peopleCredit: Airbnb

Lord Of The Rings fans will absolutely love , in the States.

The one-bed house is nestled right into the Columbia River Gorge mountainside in Washington state.

Prices start at £185 per night for the cosy hobbit hole - but visitors should expect snow between December and March.

7. Moroccan Riad

 This riad in Marrakech, Morocco, has a dipping pool and comfy sofas
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This riad in Marrakech, Morocco, has a dipping pool and comfy sofasCredit: Airbnb

, in Marrakech, Mororcco, is about as authentic as you can find.

With a cute courtyard pool and inviting sofas covered with cushions - the property sleeps seven, with prices starting at just £73 per night.

8. Cob Cottage

 This Canadian Cob cottage is surrounded by fields - which are home to quite a few sheep
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This Canadian Cob cottage is surrounded by fields - which are home to quite a few sheepCredit: Airbnb
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Over in Canada, there's sculpted entirely from sustainable, locally sourced materials - surrounded by fields which are home to sheep and orchards.

The picturesque house, in Mayne Island, sleeps two - and could be the most unique place you'll ever stay.

The owners live next door, so they're on hand if you have any questions.

9. King of the castle

 Groups of up to 40 people can rent this castle in Cumbria, North West England
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Groups of up to 40 people can rent this castle in Cumbria, North West EnglandCredit: Airbnb
 The owners offer a whole party package - which includes breakfast and banquet dinners
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The owners offer a whole party package - which includes breakfast and banquet dinnersCredit: Airbnb

If you're planning a group trip to the north-west of England, could be the place for you.

Act like royalty by renting the 15-bedroom castle, with sits in 15 acres of grounds and on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales.


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The castle sleeps up to 40 people, and the hosts throw in breakfast and dinner banquets too.

Enjoy the luxury of four-poster beds, turrets, Tudor panelling, Gothic windows and grand fireplaces - from £6,300 per night for a group booking.

10. Private beach

 Renting a villa on a private beach in Brazil might be cheaper than you'd expect
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Renting a villa on a private beach in Brazil might be cheaper than you'd expectCredit: Airbnb
 Inside, it's a stunning beach house with panoramic sea views and modern furniture
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Inside, it's a stunning beach house with panoramic sea views and modern furnitureCredit: Airbnb
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You may think renting would be pricey.

But, with costs starting at just £62 per night, the owners of this place are determined to prove you wrong.

The house sleeps eight, has panoramic sea views and is located in Santa Cantarina.

11. Cube house

 One of these cube houses, in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, is also listed on Airbnb
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One of these cube houses, in Rotterdam, the Netherlands, is also listed on AirbnbCredit: Airbnb
 It's a unique place to stay - but do mind your head on these sloping ceilings!
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It's a unique place to stay - but do mind your head on these sloping ceilings!Credit: Airbnb

Right in the centre of Rotterdam, the Netherlands, are a sight to be seen - and you can even rent one on Airbnb.

From £137 per night, a group of four can take control of this uniquely shaped pad - just make sure you don't bump your heads.

12. Cave house

 This stunning cave house, in Oia, Greece, was carved out 250 years ago - and originally used as a wine cellar
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This stunning cave house, in Oia, Greece, was carved out 250 years ago - and originally used as a wine cellarCredit: Airbnb

Carved into the caldera cliff 250 years ago, was originally used as a wine cellar.

Located in Oia, Greece, the house sleeps up to five people, and has a veranda with Jacuzzi and space for sunbathing.

Prices are from £229 per night.

13. The hideout

 This Bali eco retreat is built in the mountains of the Gunung Agung volcano
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This Bali eco retreat is built in the mountains of the Gunung Agung volcanoCredit: Airbnb
 It is built entirely from bamboo, and was constructed by a team of local workers
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It is built entirely from bamboo, and was constructed by a team of local workersCredit: Airbnb
 Pet lovers will be pleased to know the charming cottage is also home to a cute cat
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Pet lovers will be pleased to know the charming cottage is also home to a cute catCredit: Airbnb

We're going back to Bali, this time for built and handcrafted by local workers in 2015.

The unique property, constructed out of bamboo, is hidden in the mountains of the Gunung Agung volcano - and among the river-side rice fields.

The off-the-grid house comes with use of a scooter, while it is home to a kitten - and sometime's the owners' puppy Hawkeye.

It costs upwards of £125 per night but be warned, as locals often swim naked in the river.

14. A pirate's life for me

 The houseboat in the States offers a unique place to stay... and you might catch a glimpse of a passing dolphin
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The houseboat in the States offers a unique place to stay... and you might catch a glimpse of a passing dolphinCredit: Airbnb
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This floating abode was gutted and refurbished a couple of years ago - using "reclaimed materials, sweat and love", according to .

The house boat sleeps three and offers views of Charleston Harbour, USA. Prices start at £118 per night and, if you're lucky, you might even spot a passing dolphin.

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