5 Creative Weekend Getaway Ideas

Rent a House

It has all the comforts of home but provides the excitement of something new. Renting a house for the weekend gives you plenty of freedom cook, watch movies, take naps on the couch, play board games the possibilities are endless. Most rentals are available on a nightly basis and come fully stocked with kitchen equipment, bedding, towels, and more it s all up to the individual owners, so make sure you check what s included before booking. House rentals are also a great option if you re planning on getting away with a group; you ll have plenty of time and space to bond, and many larger rentals are cheaper than booking several individual hotel rooms.

Search homeaway.com for available properties and refine by date, size, and amenities. That three-bedroom lake house with a Jacuzzi and an outdoor deck you ve been dreaming of? It can be yours at least for a weekend.

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