The Five Most Expensive Vacation Rentals in the World

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Vacation rentals are more popular than ever. With families and large groups looking to travel together, it only makes sense that they would want to share a home rather than a hotel with a bunch of strangers. These vacation rentals are often affordably priced, lovely and perfect for vacation. However, some vacation rentals are so luxe and so high-end that they’re almost unaffordable.

Necker Island — $54,000

Richard Branson’s private island in the Caribbean is the most expensive vacation rental in the world. This luxury island can be rented for an astounding $54,000 per night. However, it includes use of the entire private island, the boats and water sport equipment, the large staff and private open-air beach houses with the most staggering views of the Caribbean in the world.

Nygard Cay Beach Resort — $42,000

This beach resort is owned by the very wealthy Peter Nygard and it rents for $42,000 per night. This stunning Caribbean estate is located in the Bahamas and features more than 10,000 square feet of living space. The private jet will pick you up anywhere in the world and bring you here, where a private luxury car will pick you up and drive you to the resort.

Aguajito Road — $150,000

Fortunately, this is the total cost of a full week in this beautiful Carmel, California home. It’s more than 10,000 square feet and features several high-end bathrooms and bedrooms, as well as ornate décor that will make you feel that you’re living in a palace in Italy or France. Its beautiful location only adds to the ambiance and perfection of this vacation rental.

MIT PED — $112,000

Located in Mexico’s Punta di Mita, this gorgeous oceanfront property is a dream vacation rental. It features a private pool and access to the upscale beach club nearby. It’s got four bathrooms, three bedrooms, ocean views, and an upscale kitchen perfect for a private chef or a night of good home cooking.

17 Mile Drive at the Lodge — $100,000

This Pebble Beach location is one of the most expensive vacation rentals in the world, coming in at $100,000 per week. You can have more than 200 guests in this house, which is why it’s perfect for a wedding and then a nice, long honeymoon once everyone leaves. This vacation rental also features some of the most elaborate artwork in the world.

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Written by Tiffany Raiford

Tiffany Raiford is a lifelong Floridian, wife to my high school sweetheart and mother of four littles (two girls and boy/girl twins...no, they are not identical and yes, I'm sure). My kids love to whine, so I love to wine. My loves include nap time, bed time, date night, travel and evenings and weekends when my husband is home because he handles all diaper changes.