There are now even more unusual holiday rentals open to the public than ever, prompting a refreshing new list of more brilliant sites for your attention.
From historical venues filled with charm to utterly bonkers themes, you won’t be left short of options in all six NI counties.
Here are 17 unique Airbnb listings across Northern Ireland for a quirky staycation:

5. Luxury Shepherd’s Hut, Dromore. Co Down
Tucked away in the Dromore countryside, this luxury shepherd’s hut is a great secluded pick for when you want to escape the realities of the working world, and there’s even a hot tub included for you to destress further. Offering a double bed and single bunk, everything found inside follows a calming sage green colour palette, so make sure to leave your worries back at the car before heading in for a tranquil getaway. Photo: Luxury Shepherd’s Hut airbnb

6. Crafters Cabin, Aldergrove, Co Antrim
Spend a night inside a lumberjack’s dream for a unique, wood-centred staycation that will leave you feeling like Mother Nature herself at Crafters Cabin, a small space that takes the term ‘log cabin’ to a whole new level. As well as being visually appealing, host Jason and his excellent service have been given solely 5 star ratings in the last year, meaning that this is clearly a universally loved destination. Photo: Crafters Cabin airbnb

7. Fairy Cottage, Attical, Co Down
Guaranteed to be unlike anything you’ve stayed in before, the Fairy Cottage in Attical, County Down, is a whimsical, fantastical delight for all ages, with the nearby Fairy River adding to the magic of this trip. Based at the foot of the High Mournes Mountain Range, gather five of your closest friends and head underground to the cosy cottage which comes complete with a working kitchen, two bedrooms and a charming fireplace, as well as providing access to a private garden. Photo: Fairy Cottage airbnb

8. The Surf Shack, Ballycastle, Co Antrim
For a rustic getaway, look no further than The Shurf Shack in Ballycastle, a snug retreat that comes with a double bed, kitchenette, sitting area, bathroom outhouse and an outdoor hammock. Whilst the exterior is cladded with corrugated metal, the interior is tastefully decorated with reclaimed wood and vintage surfboards to add to the coastal feel despite being 15 minutes inland. Photo: The Surf Shack airbnb