While most of us may only dream of residing in the world’s most expensive house, there’s a way to indulge in the lap of luxury for a week without breaking the bank.
Airbnb offers an array of opulent vacation homes and villas in exotic locations, where you can experience the pinnacle of extravagance.
Here are five modern mansions that stand out as some of the most expensive and luxurious rentals for your next unforgettable getaway.
1. Buck Island, Tortola, British Virgin Islands
- Cost per night: $41,800Located on a private eco-resort in the British Virgin Islands, this rental offers a unique all-inclusive experience with breathtaking ocean views. It accommodates up to sixteen guests across its thirteen bedrooms and bathrooms. Here, you can enjoy farm-to-table cuisine, connect with nature, and savor panoramic views of 14 nearby islands and the Sir Frances Drake Channel. The property boasts a saltwater infinity pool, a beach volleyball court, and an array of activities, including yoga, ocean therapy, and water sports. For an added fee, indulge in spa services to enhance your vacation.
2. West End, Anguilla
- Cost per night: $45,000The award-winning Sheriva Estate offers modern elegance and elite amenities, comprising dual eight-bedroom villas (Harmony & Infinity) and a six-bedroom villa (Mystique). With a total of twenty-two bedrooms, the estate can host up to fifty guests. Enjoy a media room with a wet bar for entertaining, a state-of-the-art gym, and two swimming pools with a hot tub. An outdoor barbecue area overlooks the tropical landscape, and a complimentary golf cart is provided for ease of movement. Additional perks include private concierge service, housekeeping, night security, and more.
3. Long Bay Beach, Providenciales, Turks & Caicos Islands
- Cost per night: $56,200The Pearls of Long Bay Estate comprises three stunning seaside villas in the Turks and Caicos. Each villa offers alfresco dining sets, pool bars, Japanese teppanyaki cooking stations, barbecues, sun loungers, and beachside sound systems. The villas have between 7 and 8 bedrooms, each with an en suite bathroom. Enjoy a state-of-the-art 1,000 square foot gymnasium, a championship tennis court, Turkish steam bath, sauna, and alfresco massage pavilion. Each villa includes two swimming pools and a children’s wading pool. Services include housekeeping, laundry, chef service, airport transfers, and more.
4. Musha Cay, Exuma Cay Islands, Bahamas
- Cost per night: $60,000Located in the pristine Exuma Cay islands of the Bahamas, Musha Cay is one of the most luxurious private islands globally. Choose from five separate homes, including a sprawling 10,000 sq. foot mansion, a 5-bedroom home, or a charming guest villa. Activities range from speeding out to sea on your speedboat, paddleboarding on turquoise waters, and tennis matches to relaxing on beachside daybeds or reviving in the steam room after a massage. The staff of 30 members ensures a seamless experience, with services like housekeeping, cook service, a butler, and more available.
5. Lurin, St. Barts, St. Barthélemy
- Cost per night: $80,000The Vesper villa offers the ultimate tropical retreat with mesmerizing ocean and mountain views. With four bedrooms and bathrooms, it can accommodate up to eight guests. The estate features a heated infinity pool, a deck with sun loungers, and an open-air living room that seamlessly connects the indoors with the lush outdoors. Additional activities and excursions can be arranged for an extra cost, allowing you to explore nearby attractions like Gustavia and Gouverneur beach. Services include housekeeping, a gardener, and pool maintenance.
