Are you looking for a unique vacation experience in Canada? Airbnb Canada is full of distinctive places to make an unforgettable trip, from renovated churches to jail cells and grain bins. Here are 10 unique Airbnbs across the country, which are sure to delight and surprise.
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Second Breakfast Hideaway – Kootenay Boundary E, BC
Price: $350/night
Number of Bedrooms: 1
Guests: 2
Rating: 4.99
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This adorable Hobbit House is a perfect place to unplug for Lord of the Rings fans. This regular-sized earth house is fitted with a fridge, microwave, and outdoor grill. Unfortunately, no WiFi or TV is available, but there are hundreds of acres for hiking to explore as well as a cozy hearth to catch up on reading.
Cob Cottage – Mayne Island, BC
Price: $200/night + fees
Number of Bedrooms: 1
Guests: 2
Rating: 4.98
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This whimsical house is hand sculptured and made with sustainable materials. Located on Mayne Island, near Vancouver, this mushroom-shaped cabin is the perfect place to retreat into nature. The house is fully stocked and fitted with a kitchen and living room space, plus a loft with a bed.
Cape Enrage Lighthouse – Hopewell Hill, NB
Price: $200/night +fees
Number of Bedrooms: 1
Guests: 5
Rating: 4.89
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This tiny lighthouse cabin is not only built on the ocean for sweeping views of the Atlantic, but also near hiking, biking, and snowshoeing trails, as well as horseback riding. A short drive away is Fundy National Park, Hopewell Rocks, and Cape Enrage.
Bulles Supérieures – Sacré-Coeur, Québec
Price: $190/night + fees
Number of Bedrooms: 1
Guests: 2
Rating: 4.33
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Sleep in a bulb in the forest under the starlit sky in this transparent dome house Airbnb. The entrance is equipped with a private washroom and shower. Breakfast is provided daily at the lodge. Spend your days kayaking, quadding, hiking, or touring on a seaplane.
Floating Wine Barrel – Essex, ON
Price: $175/night + fees
Number of Bedrooms: 1
Guests: 2
Rating: 4.96
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This floating Airbnb docked in Fox Creek is a must stay for wine lovers. Enjoy views of lush vineyards and catch glimpses of wildlife, just steps away from significant wineries in the area. The floating cabin runs off solar power and has all the modern amenities. A rowboat is even included in your stay for any romantic water escapades.
CP Red Caboose – Smith Falls, ON
Price: $65/night
Number of Bedrooms: 1
Guests: 3
Rating: 4.90
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This unique Airbnb is run by the Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario. The inside of the Caboose keeps the original setup, but has been fitted with electricity for comfort. A glamping experience with a small kitchenette and washrooms inside the museum, staying in the CP Caboose is sure to be an educational and fun experience.
The Cabin at Fernwood Hills – Komoka, ON
Price: $115/night
Number of Bedrooms: 1
Guests: 2
Rating: 4.91
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Maybe tiny houses are for more than the birds. This 100-square foot cabin in the woods is designed to be a place of retreat for couples or individuals alike. There is no washroom on the premises, but guests are welcome to drive a couple minutes to use the private washroom at another house. The cabin includes several add-ons, including a romantic dinner and breakfast addition and a photographer.
One Prairie Grain Bin – Rosetown, SK
Price: $180/night
Number of Bedrooms: 1
Guests: 2
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The Luxury Grain Bin is exactly what you think… an adorable refurnished grain bin with all the amenities of a modern Airbnb. Included in your stay is a private 2-person hot tub, bicycles, and snowshoes, depending on the season. The Grain Bin is located on Alive Sky Lodge.
The Dorchester Jail Cell #1 – Dorchester, NB
Price: $99/night + fees
Number of Bedrooms: 1
Guests: 2
Rating: 4.89
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Close to Sackville, Moncton, and Hopewell Rocks, this Airbnb is a jail-turned private residence. If you’re planning a party, you can rent out all the jail cells. The jail cells have two shared bathrooms and do not lock. This is a historic place trying to stay comfortable yet authentic to when it was in use in 1875, so keep that in mind when booking this experience. A complete tour of the jail is included in your stay.
The River Den – Wakefield, QC
Price: $399/night
Number of Bedrooms: 1
Guests: 2
Rating: 4.85
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This year-round houseboat is docked on the Gatineau River. Experience a tiny house living without hot water, showers, or electricity. A woodstove, cooking facilities, and a dry composting toilet are on board and one USB charging port for a cozy stay no matter what the season.
