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The 10 Best Vacation Rentals in the United States

Need some inspiration for your next trip? Vacation rental site VRBO just released its 2022 Vacation Homes of the Year list, highlighting the best homes in the United States. 

VRBO ranked homes by star ratings, guest reviews, and amenities to find the best vacation rentals in the country. Here are the 10 best vacation houses you’ll want to book immediately.

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Big Sky, Montana

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Everything seems larger in Big Sky, Montana—and this 4 bedroom, 4.5 bathroom vacation rental is no exception. The 4,500-square-foot property features three levels, giving families and groups plenty of space to spread out. Located just 45-minutes from Yellowstone Park, this rental is great year-round, with a hot tub, fireplace, and barbecue grill. 

Broken Bow, Oklahoma

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The gorgeously-designed Starfire cabin can sleep up to 18 guests, making it a great value when split among a group. A game room complete with shuffleboard, pool table, poker table, and video arcade will keep guests entertained when they’re not out exploring. There are tons of outdoor amenities as well, including a fireplace, grill, covered pergola, hot tub, and firepits. 

East Hampton, New York

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Live out your summer vacation dreams with a place in the Hamptons (at least temporarily) with this modern farmhouse rental. The 5 bedroom, 6.5 bathroom property is a short walk to Georgia Beach—but if you’d rather not leave this dreamy house, there’s a private pool out back. You won’t even need to go out for meals, thanks to the house’s state-of-the-art kitchen featuring a Viking stove, SubZero refrigerator, wine fridge, and more.

Gatlinburg, Tennessee

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Planning a trip to Dollywood or Great Smoky Mountains National Park? You’ll want to reserve Moonshine Peak immediately. This spacious cabin offers a split-level deck with views of the Great Smoky Mountains, a game room with pinball machines and a pool table, and a spa hot tub. Settle into the Adirondack chairs and roast some s’mores around the brand new fire pit table. 

Hawaii Island, Hawaii

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It will be hard to tear yourself away from the incredible views at Whales Play, a secluded waterfront retreat where you’ll be able to see whales and dolphins from your private infinity pool and spacious lanai. Grab a tropical drink and watch the sunset over the Pacific Ocean, followed by a dip in your private infinity pool for some stargazing. 

Hilton Head Island, South Carolina

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With a 24/7 personal concierge service, this luxury beachfront Hilton Head house offers all the conveniences of a hotel with the space of a vacation rental. You’ll enjoy panoramic ocean views from the lush backyard and private heated pool. The property has 6 bedrooms, each with en suite bathrooms (for the perfect balance of privacy and togetherness on group trips). 

Palm Springs, California

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The Little Tuscany Holiday House is the ultimate desert retreat. The recently remodeled designer home is outfitted with designer art and furnishings, as well as movable glass walls that will ensure you have the best views no matter where you are in the house. 

Outside, you’ll find a pool, spa, BBQ, bar, fire pit, bocce ball, horseshoes, and a large yard.

Santa Rosa Beach, Florida

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You can’t beat the location of this Gulf front Santa Rosa Beach house. Your very own private walkway leads you a few steps to the sandy beach, where beach chairs and umbrellas are set up daily just for you (at no additional cost). If you’d rather look at the ocean than swim in it, a private pool overlooks the water. 

Sawyer, Michigan

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Set just outside of Warren Dunes State Park, this brand-new house offers easy access to outdoor adventures. When the day is over, you don’t have to go inside, as this rental features a heated saltwater pool, firepit, hot tub, and covered porch.

Telluride, Colorado

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As soon as you pull up to Overlook Haus, you’ll see how this home earned its name. Panoramic mountain views can be found from almost every room in the house. Admire them while sipping a drink by the fireplace, soaking in the hot tub, or dining outside on the wraparound deck. 

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