The holidays in December bring that special kind of magic when family gathers under one roof, filling rooms with laughter and creating memories that last a lifetime.
And Christmas getaways offer something: space to spread out, kitchens for baking cookies together, and cozy living rooms where the whole family can watch holiday movies by the fireplace.
But finding the best places to go for Christmas vacations mean more than just booking somewhere to sleep. It’s also about discovering a home where traditions unfold naturally, where kids wake up excited on Christmas morning, and where everyone feels the warmth of togetherness.
Whether you’re planning a multi-generational reunion or a festive escape with friends, the right home transforms your celebration from ordinary to unforgettable.
Ready to discover where your family will celebrate this year? Let’s explore the homes where Christmas magic happens naturally.
Christmas-Ready Airbnbs in USA
These handpicked Airbnbs for Christmas offer everything from beachfront settings to mountain retreats. Each property welcomes you and your families with open spaces, thoughtful amenities, and locations that make it truly special.
- Salty Peach – Best for beachside Christmas celebrations with pool fun
- Sonoma Sunshine – Perfect for wine country holiday gatherings
- 412 Seascape – Great for intimate coastal Christmas escapes
- Historic Modern on Main – Perfect for Hudson Valley holidays
- Lakeside on Lagunita – Best for lakefront Christmas with mountain views
- Cooperage – Great for vineyard-view holiday celebrations
- Lucky Bill – Perfect for a mountain Christmas with snow possibilities
- Sip, Sip Away – Best for lakeside holiday parties with waterslides
- 121 Hotel – Best for urban Christmas celebrations in Music City
- Rancho Mirage – Great for luxurious desert Christmas getaways
💡 Looking to stay in cabins this holiday season? Check out our list of 10 cozy winter cabins for an unforgettable holiday retreat.
Salty Peach – Port Aransas, Texas
Can accommodate up to 8 guests | 3 beds and 2 baths
Salty Peach brings island vibes to your holiday celebration with one of Port Aransas’ largest private pools and an expansive backyard that feels like your own coastal resort. Families trade snow for sunshine here, celebrating Christmas with beach walks and poolside gatherings under the Texas sun.
Best Home Features:
- Huge private pool with expansive yard, outdoor dining for 10, fire pit, and shuffleboard
- Top deck with cozy porch swing, BBQ grill, and multiple outdoor lounging areas
- 4-5 blocks to the beach with easy golf cart access to restaurants and shopping
Why You’ll Love Salty Peach: The open-concept living space keeps everyone connected while the shuffleboard and outdoor amenities create endless entertainment for all ages.
What Our Past Guests Are Saying:
“Wow! What an incredible trip to Port A! This being our first Christmas away from home, we opened gifts on Christmas Eve and travelled to the Salty Peach for 6 days of fun! As we drive up, we were already in love with the downstairs and outdoor accommodations. TV, fire pit, games, pool, water toys, outdoor seating, grill, just incredible! Walking upstairs to the house was like viewing it online! Beautifully decorated! Everything as shown! Kids loved the shuffleboard! Bedrooms were spacious and clean. Bathrooms perfect. Bath towels and beach towels ready to use! Gorgeous kitchen, lots of seating and detailed decor to make the place feel so inviting. Neighbors were nice, quiet – dead-end street but easy to locate. We will be back and definitely will seek another AvantStay property. Thanks for making our first Christmas away from home perfect!” – Roneka L.
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Sonoma Sunshine – Sonoma, California
Can accommodate up to 10 guests | 4 beds and 4 baths
Nestled next to vineyards, Sonoma Sunshine gives your celebration that authentic Sonoma feeling while remaining close to world-class wineries and downtown Santa Rosa. The multiple living spaces here mean adults can enjoy quiet moments while kids explore the expansive grounds.
Best Home Features:
- Outdoor pool, hot tub, inner courtyard with fountain, and panoramic countryside views
- Piano in the living room, two separate living spaces, fireplace, and gourmet kitchen
- 20 minutes to Sonoma wineries, 30 minutes to Santa Rosa attractions
Why You’ll Love Sonoma Sunshine: The thoughtful design brings everyone together naturally. Gather around the piano for carols, share meals in the spacious dining area, or watch sunsets over the vineyards.
What Our Past Guests Are Saying:
“The time we spent there was wonderful, the location beautiful everybody had a good Christmas.” – Helle G.
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412 Seascape – Coastal Charleston, South Carolina
Can accommodate up to 6 guests | 2 beds and 2 baths
For intimate Christmas gatherings, 412 Seascape is the best home to go to. It is where the sound of waves becomes your holiday soundtrack that gives couples or small families privacy and comfort during the festive season.
Best Home Features:
- Oceanfront location with the best Atlantic Ocean views and sea breezes
- Access to Wild Dunes resort amenities, including pristine beaches and resort dining
- Minutes from historic Charleston and Isle of Palms attractions
Why You’ll Love 412 Seascape: Wake up to ocean views, enjoy coffee on your private balcony, and experience Christmas intimately with the peaceful rhythm of coastal living.
What Our Past Guests Are Saying:
“My wife of 45 was recently diagnosed with breast cancer, as her husband I had one thing in mind and that was for her to be able to relax not think about all that comes with the dreaded scheduling and surgery needless to say this was a much needed and appreciated stay. Can’t say enough about the help from staff, view of the condo and the whole experience. Hopefully we will be back next year to celebrate cancer free. Thanks to everyone and Merry Christmas” – Nathan D.
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Historic Modern on Main – Hudson Valley, New York
Can accommodate up to 6 guests | 3 beds and 2 baths
Experience classic holiday feeling in the heart of Stone Ridge, where mature trees and natural beauty create a winter wonderland setting. The flower-lined entrance at Historic Modern on Main welcomes you to be cozy and comfortable, while being surrounded by the peaceful wooded landscape that makes Hudson Valley holidays magical.
Best Home Features:
- Private backyard with a firepit, pet-friendly home, modern, fully-equipped kitchen
- Colorful, inviting interiors with spacious living areas perfect for gathering
- Near Mohonk Preserve, Minnewaska hiking, Woodstock, and the Shawangunk Wine Trail
Why You’ll Love Historic Modern on Main: Just walking distance from local cafes, while putting you near holiday activities like exploring snow-dusted trails and Hudson Valley towns.
What Our Past Guests Are Saying:
“It’s a lovely home with comfortable beds and very clean. The kitchen is well appointed, and if we’d had time to use the dining room, it’s quite lovely. There’s a fantastic coffee shop across the street—Black Dot. Loved it.” – Robin S.
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Lakeside on Lagunita – Big Bear, California
Can accommodate up to 7 guests | 3 beds and 2 baths
The best Christmas experiences can also happen if paired with lake views. At Lakeside on Lagunita, this is your home for winter wonderland adventures. Every bedroom has its own balcony where you can drink hot chocolate and watch the snow fall on the mountains. You get peaceful lake time and easy access to ski resorts—the best of both worlds.
Best Home Features:
- Private dock with lake access, deck with hot tub overlooking serene water views
- Cozy fireplace, BBQ grill, and al fresco dining area
- Minutes from Bear Mountain and Snow Summit ski resorts
Why You’ll Love Lakeside on Lagunita: You and your loved ones can wake up to lake views, gather around the fireplace for evening stories, and enjoy the hot tub under starry winter skies.
What Our Past Guests Are Saying:
“We have stayed at this cabin hosted by Avantstay twice in the last 5 weeks. It is a beautiful cabin for a great value and avantstay are very responsive. We will be back soon!” – Bill K.
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Cooperage – Paso Robles, California
Can accommodate up to 12 guests | 5 beds and 5 baths
A finalist home in our 2025 AvantStay Awards, Cooperage, is a wine country home that is perfect for Christmas with family and friends. This home has a vineyard out front and a private field out back, creating a retreat where adults enjoy valley vistas while kids can also play and have fun.
Best Home Features:
- Vineyard, private soccer field, fire pit, and covered patio
- Big outdoor table for al-fresco dinners, BBQ grill, and picnic area
- Office with work stations, playroom, wet bar, and a breakfast nook
- Open living room with fireplace, chef’s kitchen with island and gas range
- 10 minutes to downtown Paso Robles wineries and tasting rooms
Why You’ll Love Cooperage: A fancy but comfortable home where you can eat dinner under the stars, visit nearby wineries during the day, and gather around the fire pit to wrap up the day.
What Our Past Guests Are Saying:
“We had a wonderful experience at this beautiful modern Paso Robles property. Large clean rooms easily accommodated our group of 10. We enjoyed comfortable beds, a kitchen with every gadget we could want for cooking, a fully stocked game cabinet, and views from both the front and back of the house. AvantStay’s thoughtful personal touches were the icing on the cake: they provided welcome snacks and coffee; were incredibly responsive to questions; and after learning we were celebrating Christmas, they set up a Christmas tree and decorations for us. I’d give an extra star if we could. Thank you for the fabulous getaway- we will be back!” – Erin G.
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Lucky Bill – Park City, Utah
Can accommodate up to 10 guests | 4 beds and 4 baths
Perfect for a ski-town themed Christmas, Lucky Bill comes with Jordanelle Reservoir views and easy access to world-class slopes. This three-story mountain cabin has features of winter scenery, plus dedicated spaces for fun indoors. You get outdoor adventures and cozy indoor hangouts, which is everything you need for the holidays.
Best Home Features:
- Hot tub with views from 3 multiple decks, private movie theater room
- Game room with shuffleboard and pool table for family fun
- Just 15 minutes from Park City Mountain Resort and Main Street
Why You’ll Love Lucky Bill: A real mountain home with all the fun extras where you can ski during the day, relax with amazing views, then watch Christmas movies together.
What Our Past Guests Are Saying:
“This was a great space for our family to meet for Thanksgiving. The kitchen has almost everything we needed for a big meal prep and was spacious. We loved the media room for Karaoke night and Christmas movies. The hot tub was a great addition! Joking to the lake was convenient too. Overall, plenty of room for gatherings and activities together as well as quiet moments alone. We had a little trouble getting the projector in the media room to work, but the hosts were very responsive to help us figure it out.” – Heidi H.
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Sip, Sip Away – Lake Norman, North Carolina
Can accommodate up to 15 guests | 5 beds plus loft and 3 baths
Sip, Sip Away turns lakefront living into a holiday celebration destination with its endless ways to celebrate and have fun. This 3/4 acre property has tons of space for big families to spread out and enjoy the holidays together.
Best Home Features:
- 24’x48′ saltwater pool with water slide, al fresco dining area, and enclosed hot tub room
- Private dock with kayak and paddleboard, fire pit, and expansive fenced yard
- Game room in the garage with ping pong and air hockey, loft with sleeper sofa
- Open living room with lake views, kitchen with two ovens for big holiday meals
Why You’ll Love Sip, Sip Away: This place has everything for kids to play all day, for adults to relax by night, and for everyone who wants to come together for meals and memories.
What Our Past Guests Are Saying:
“A perfect place together with family and friends for Christmas or Summer time.” – Gwendolyn Y.
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121 Hotel – Nashville, Tennessee
Can accommodate up to 18 guests | 6 beds and 6 baths
Experience Nashville’s vibrant holiday celebrations and gather everyone for memorable evenings with city views. 121 Hotel gives you the best of both worlds. With the whole floor to yourselves, it makes it perfect for big families or groups traveling together that needs to have their own space.
Best Home Features:
- With living area, full kitchen, modern gas fireplace, 55″ HDTV, and spacious dining table
- Huge windows and a 42-foot private balcony with stunning city views
- Walking distance to Broadway honky-tonks, Ryman Auditorium, and Nashville Farmer’s Market
Why You’ll Love 121 Hotel Floor 2 Buyout: The entire floor or even the whole 121 hotel can become your private urban retreat with hotel amenities this holiday season.
What Our Past Guests Are Saying:
“Our family of 5 plus 2 enjoyed our stay tremendously. We had the entire second floor. Rooms were awesome. Kitchen, Living area, & Dining was very accommodating. Amazing view from terrace. Parking was never an issue with our 2 vehicles. Owner response was quick to our inquiry. Definitely will tell other Families & Friends. Thanks for the memories The 121!!! “ – Stacy C.
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Rancho Mirage – Coachella Valley, California
Can accommodate up to 10 guests | 5 beds and 5 baths
Located in one of Coachella Valley’s most exclusive areas, Rancho Mirage is the best place for high-end desert living for Christmas, mountain views, and warm sunshine instead of snow. This home is where you can also experience desert peace that make Christmas this year feel extra special.
Best Home Features:
- Private pool with hot tub, fire pit, putting green, and bocce ball court
- Long outdoor table for Christmas dinner, multiple gathering areas
- Large kitchen with big island, living room with fireplace
- Short drive to El Paseo shopping, golf courses, and Palm Springs fun
Why You’ll Love Rancho Mirage: You can swap snow for sunshine this December while still keeping all the warmth and family time that makes the holidays great.
💡This property is awaiting its first guest reviews. Be the first to create holiday memories here and share your family’s Christmas celebration experience!
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How to Celebrate Christmas in an Airbnb
Celebrating Christmas away from home might feel a little different at first, but staying in a vacation rental actually gives you the freedom to mix your favorite traditions with fun new ones. Plus, having an entire home to yourselves means you can celebrate exactly the way your family wants.
1. Bring the Festive Spirit
Turn your booked Airbnb into a cozy holiday home. It could be by packing a few simple decorations or booking a Christmas-themed Airbnb. Bringing special ornaments your family loves is a sweet way to make decorating a group activity.
But before you pack everything for your upcoming trip with us, we recommend calling our guest experience team first to ask if the home you booked already comes decorated for the holidays or if we have holiday-ready homes available.
Simply contact us at experience@avantstay.com or call us at (833) 442-8268.
2. Plan Special Holiday Meals
The kitchen is your secret weapon for Christmas. Plan meals ahead so everyone can make their favorite dish. Lots of families say cooking together in a big rental kitchen creates better memories than eating out. Pack your special spices, cookie cutters, or family recipes so you can make everything just right.
But if you want to make meals and feast even easier, and more special, AvantStay offers incredible upgrades. Simply choose by having a:
- Private Chef – Enjoy a chef-prepared holiday dinner without lifting a finger. (48+ hours’ notice required.)
- Stocked Fridge – We’ll handle the grocery run! Send your list or pick from curated packages like BBQ Night, S’mores, or Salty Snacks.
3. Create New Christmas Traditions
Did you know that new places often bring families closer as you try new things and make new stories to tell. Use where you are to start new traditions your family will always remember. Walk on the beach Christmas morning, hike in the mountains to see snow, or check out local holiday markets.
Avoid holiday delays and transportation headaches! Our transportation services can handle all your rides throughout your stay so you can focus on enjoying the celebration.
4. Keep Communication Open with Your Host
Tell your host about your Christmas plans before you arrive. Many hosts are happy to help with special requests like checking in early to set up, or they can tell you about local holiday events. Some might even offer extras like firewood for the fireplace or tips on where to go, celebrate and see the best Christmas lights.
If you’re staying with AvantStay, our concierge team can help with special requests, reservations, and anything else you need to make your holiday stress-free. Simply send us an email at reservations@avantstay.com.
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Check out our holiday and winter travel blogs for ideas on Christmas activities, winter getaways, family travel tips, and more.
Celebrate Christmas with AvantStay
The holidays only come once a year, and where you celebrate makes all the difference. These Airbnb homes aren’t just places to sleep, but they’re where your family will make memories you’ll talk about for years.
From beach houses where kids learn Christmas can include swimming, to mountain cabins where snow makes everything look like a postcard, each home has plenty of space and everything you need.
Whether you’re getting the whole family together, celebrating with friends, or just want somewhere special for the holidays, these homes are ready for you.
Ready to make this Christmas one you’ll never forget? Check out more AvantStay holiday homes and book your celebration before these last spots are gone.
Christmas spots fill up fast! And these are the few homes still available for the holidays. Don’t wait and miss out while you’re still thinking about it!
