You don’t have to own a beachfront palace to vacation in one. The trick is to round up a bunch of friends/family/in-laws that are willing (and able) to divvy up the tab. Here, ten gorgeous options to add to your getaway short list. Let the group emailing begin.
10 Incredible Mansions You Can Rent for Less Than $100 a Night
Group discounts are the best
Los Angeles, California
Sleeps: 8 people
Cost Per Person: $95 per night
This Spanish-style house in Hollywood includes a heated pool and a palm-shaded reading area. (No judgement if that reading is Us Weekly.)
Bridgehampton, New York
Sleeps: 9
Cost Per Person: $94 per night
The SMEG refrigerator is just one of many stunning design details in this spacious (and newly renovated) cottage, located two miles from the beach. The backyard garden--complete with outdoor fireplace--is perfect for entertaining, no matter the size of your crowd.
Park City, Utah
Sleeps: 26 people
Cost Per Person: $96 per night
You don’t have to be a diehard skier to take advantage of this 9,000-square-foot rental. The rustic “cabin” features two professional-grade kitchens, two hot tubs and multiple living and dining areas so you can spread out and kick back without even putting on a parka.
Smoky Mountains, Tennessee
Sleeps: 34 people
Cost Per Person: $36 per night
Turn this luxury lodge into your own private compound for the week. Not only does it offer sweeping views of the Great Smoky Mountains; it also comes complete with a movie theater, arcade and outdoor pool.
Palm Springs, California
Sleeps: 8 people
Cost Per Person: $84 per night
Once owned by Bing Crosby, this restored 1934 villa is so retro Hollywood chic.
Savannah, Georgia
Sleeps: 24 people
Cost Per Person: $62 per night
This four-level 1871 home is located right in the heart of the city’s beautiful historic district. In addition to the 10 bedrooms (and 10.5 bathrooms), the estate porches on every floor will make you feel like you walked into a different era…and your own private wing of the house.
Scottsdale, Arizona
Sleeps: 18
Cost Per Person: $45 per night
This tranquil spot offers breathtaking views of both the city and desert. Lounge by the pool and fire pit before retreating indoors to cook for a crowd in the open-layout kitchen.
Kissimmee, Florida
Sleeps: 22
Cost Per Person: $53 per night
If you need us, we’ll be in the private pool and grotto waterfall.
Isle Of Palms, South Carolina
Sleeps: 25 people
Cost Per Person: $76 per night
Walk straight onto the beach when you (and your posse of 25) book a stay at this oceanfront vacation home. The sports pool (both ends are shallow, but it’s deep in the middle) comes with its own water volleyball court, and there are three levels of decks overlooking the Atlantic. Not bad.