This Is Airbnb’s Most Wishlisted Fall Getaway

Fall is officially around the corner. Since the season is so fleeting—peak fall foliage tends to arrive one week and depart shortly thereafter—travelers have to make the most of the short period and plan their leaf-peeping trips accordingly. If you’re still figuring out where you want to take in all of the reds, yellows, and oranges in just a few weeks, Airbnb has a few data-backed suggestions.

On Sept. 3, the vacation rental company revealed that Vermont is the top-rated fall destination in the U.S. for fall foliage, according to guest reviews. This will likely come as no surprise to travelers who make their way to New England this time of year. Around 78 percent of Vermont is covered in forestland, and its trees include sugar maples, red maples, aspens, hickory, birch, and oak—all of which have leaves that turn color as the weather gets colder. 

Although you can see vibrant fall hues throughout the Green Mountain state, there is one spot in particular that stood out to Airbnb users: a tiny mirrored glass house in Warren, Vermont. This most-wishlisted listing “captures the spirit of fall,” according to Airbnb. The one-bed, one-bath rental was originally built in Estonia and then transported to the Green Mountains. 

While it’s only 200 square feet, you won’t feel too cramped—the mirrored glass walls are designed to give the “illusion of endless space and the sense that you’re one with nature.” Not only will you wake up to views in every direction each morning, but you’ll also get to soak in a hot tub, play corn hole, make s’mores, or read on the patio, all while being surrounded by gorgeous fall vistas. There are also plenty of hiking and biking trails in Roxbury State Forest, located directly behind the house. “It’s such a serene spot, and the views are fantastic … I highly recommend staying there in the fall, as we did. The foliage was incredible,” shared a past guest. 

Even though the tiny home is relatively remote, you’ll want to spend at least part of your trip exploring downtown Warren, stopping in the quaint Warren Store for coffee, pastries, and sandwiches. The town is also home to one of Vermont’s famous wooden covered bridges, the Warren Covered Bridge, which makes for an incredible photo op all year round.

If the tiny home is unavailable for your ideal dates—there are still some open dates in mid to late October, though—or you want to explore somewhere besides Vermont, consider Airbnb’s other fall travel suggestions. New Hampshire, New York, Ohio, and Minnesota followed Vermont as the top fall destinations for autumn colors.