The New England area of the U.S. is the quintessential place to see fall foliage. The trees light up in vibrant colors of orange, yellow, and red all throughout the region between late September and early November. It’s best to plan your trip here early because highways start seeing more traffic, and accommodations are booked up early in the fall.
For a comfortable place to stay after your scenic drives, adventurous hikes, and small-town experiences, here are some of the best vacation rentals in New England for fall foliage.
The Summit House – Stowe, Vermont
The Summit House is an Airbnb cabin that becomes stunningly colorful in the fall season. This A-frame cabin has three bedrooms and 1.5 bathrooms to accommodate six people. Two bedrooms have king-size beds, and the third bedroom has a queen-size bed. The cabin is less than a mile from downtown Stowe and an ideal place to come home to after exploring the forest. Features of this home rental include a modern, wood-burning fireplace, 50-inch TV, and spa-style rainfall shower.
Private Chic Modern Mountain Home – Mad River Valley, Vermont
This modernist 4-bedroom home sits on 36 acres with spectacular mountain views and is near all of the Mad River Valley attractions. With plenty of nearby hiking and biking trails, you can have fun exploring the woods, swimming in the on-site small fire pond, or just relaxing by the fire. The home sleeps nine people and is located on a 36-acre property at the end of a quarter-mile private driveway. The home is a great place to stay when you want to explore the woods and enjoy the colorful fall foliage. Dogs may be able to stay here on the property with host approval. This Vrbo host has additional vacation rentals available as well.
Bigfoot Chalet – Plymouth, Vermont
At the Bigfoot Chalet, travelers can enjoy the serenity of country living. The property features views of the Okemo Mountains and is located near the Green Mountain Horse Association, where visitors can experience a fall foliage pleasure ride. The Bigfoot Chalet is a 1,450-square-foot house that sleeps seven people and has three bedrooms and two bathrooms. It’s an ideal place to stay during any season of the year and not just fall because there are great lakes for swimming in the summer and snowmobile trails for the winter nearby. Up to two dogs weighing less than 50 pounds each can stay here with you.
Castleton Cabin with Fire Pit + Water Access – Castleton, Vermont
Travelers can experience the essence of lakefront Vermont living at this picturesque Castleton escape. This four-bedroom property features 150 feet of frontage on Lake Bomoseen, a private dock, a fire pit, and a spacious deck to enjoy the flora view. This is a great vacation rental for big families because it sleeps ten people in 2,500 square feet of space. Other features of the home are Wi-Fi, smart TV, laundry machines, and parking for four vehicles. Nearby nature attractions are Bomoseen State Park, Blueberry Hill Wildlife Management Area, and Half Moon Pond State Park.
Windham Chalet with BBQ Hut, Pizza Oven and Hot Tub – Maplecrest, New York
This three-bedroom home features a large, covered deck with Adirondack chairs and a gas fire pit. Travelers will have access to a pizza oven and a cozy BBQ hut where they can cook, roast marshmallows, and sit around the fire as the leaves change. This New York vacation rental sleeps six people and has three bedrooms and two bathrooms. It’s on a cul-de-sac and is a completely renovated space with an equipped kitchen. You’ll love the fall foliage views from the deck and can even bring two dogs of any size along for a $50 fee per dog per stay.
Escape 2 Stowe – Morristown, Vermont
This modern home is based on four acres of land with amazing mountain views in the autumn. Travelers will be greeted with a cozy seat in front of the gas fireplace and tranquil views of foliage from the balcony. The 1,800-square-foot house sleeps six people and has three bedrooms and two bathrooms. Features of this home are a full kitchen, laundry machines, backyard, and a small playhouse/treehouse for the kids to enjoy. The lowest level of the property is a long-term rental apartment, but there is still plenty of privacy for Airbnb guests here.
Bear Ridge Lodge – Franconia, New Hampshire
The Franconia area of New Hampshire is famous for colorful fall foliage, and the Bear Ridge Lodge is a great place to be to see it. This is an eight-person Airbnb rental with awesome sunset views and Scandinavian décor. It’s lovely to sit out and enjoy the outside dining area in the fall. You’ll experience the rustic beauty of the White Mountains while having all the comforts of home here, such as Wi-Fi and laundry machines. Wildlife is prevalent here, so be aware of this and don’t leave any food or trash out at night.
3-Bedroom with Fire Pit and Mountain Views - Roxbury, New York
The Ridge is a chic oasis in the middle of rustic natural beauty, set on five mountainside acres. The property has three bedrooms and features a wrap-around deck farmhouse with mountain views. Six people can stay here during the fall foliage season and enjoy everything from hiking to farmer’s markets, culinary tours, and golf. The home is just three minutes from the town of Roxbury, and there are neighbors nearby on a private road so that you won’t feel totally isolated. The rental is about 1,200 square feet in size and comes with Wi-Fi, smart TVs, a retro Nintendo console with games, outdoor games, a gas fireplace with a remote in the living room, laundry machines, and many more amenities.
Lodge on 125 Acres – Halcott, New York
The “Bearpen Lodge” is a Halcott hideaway perched on the hillside overlooking 125 acres of private land, making it perfect for family retreats and peaceful getaways with friends. Travelers can spend the day exploring the surrounding Catskill Mountains or enjoy the foliage while relaxing on the wraparound deck. This cabin is about 1,680 square feet in size and sleeps eight to ten people. It has three bedrooms, two bathrooms, a kitchen, and a dining area. When you stay here, there are lots of mountain towns to explore within 40 minutes, including Halcott, Margaretville, Pine Hill, Andes, and Phoenicia. This is a pet-friendly rental with a pet fee and a four-dog maximum.
Log Cabin in the White Mountains – Carroll, New Hampshire
Nestled in the White Mountains, the “Dacha in the Woods” cabin includes everything you need for the perfect fall vacation. This log home features a wrap-around deck, screened-in porch, and fire pit. It’s a cabin that sleeps eight people and has three bedrooms and two bathrooms. You’ll be nestled in the White Mountains and 10 miles from Cannon Mountain and Franconia Notch. The Flume Gorge is also close by. Plenty of small towns await you in the region too, including Bethlehem, Littleton, and Franconia.
Vermont Schoolhouse Farm Cottage with Sauna and Hot Tub – Shaftsbury, Vermont
Another really unique place to stay for fall foliage views is this Vermont schoolhouse. It overlooks a family farm and has a modern design and rustic vibe. Up to six people can stay here and have two bedrooms and one bathroom to themselves. When you stay here, you can enjoy the new private deck, hot tub, and panoramic barrel sauna. It’s located on a 270-acre farm property and has 800 square feet of guest space that is filled with natural light.
Stunning Views, Bucolic Bliss in 1790s Farmhouse – Litchfield, Connecticut
This highly-rated Airbnb is a great place to be for fall foliage in Connecticut. Eight people can stay here and have five bedrooms and 3.5 bathrooms to themselves. The Sweetbrier Farm dates back to 1793 and features a huge kitchen, luxury pool, enclosed porch, pond, and 16 acres of land. You’ll find lots of 18th-century details in the house and plenty of space to explore around the property. In this area of Litchfield, Connecticut, you can check out farmer’s markets, vineyards, restaurants, and hiking trails with fall foliage on display.
Beautiful Home in Charming Pittsfield – Pittsfield, Vermont
The Pittsfield Chalet is the perfect getaway for travelers looking for peace and relaxation. This four-bedroom property features a large, gourmet kitchen and lovely mountain views. Travelers can also hike Vermont’s Long Trail or branch off onto the Appalachian Trail for a closer look at the changing foliage or discover amazing views of nearby waterfalls. The home sleeps eight people and has four bedrooms and two bathrooms. It’s brimming with authentic Vermont charm and pet-friendly when you pay an additional fee.
Charming Studio in Renovated 19th Century Church – Brattleboro, Vermont
For a unique place to stay with lovely fall foliage, book this Airbnb in a renovated church. It is a guest suite that accommodates three guests and has one queen-size bed and one sofa bed in the bedroom area. This church was built in the 1800s by Swedish immigrants and used to be a stained glass studio. Today, it’s a 20-foot by 20-foot space with 10-foot-tall ceilings, a kitchenette, and a private bathroom with a shower. There is a long-term rental apartment above this unit, but the sound from above is minimal.
Luxury New Log Cabin on Lake Winnisquam – Tilton, New Hampshire
This cozy cabin in New Hampshire is perfect for fall family getaways. Located near Lake Winnisquam, the third largest lake in New Hampshire, this three-bedroom property features a private beach, outdoor kitchen sundeck, and farmers porch to watch the sunset or sunrise as the leaves transform. This 1,700-square-foot cabin sleeps eight people and offers fall weekend specials. You’ll love the lake views from the rooms, the huge outdoor kitchen, and being right on the beach. Bring your dog along because this is a pet-friendly rental with many hiking trails nearby.
Modern Tree Dwelling with Water Views and Cedar Hot Tub - Georgetown, Maine
It’s fun to stay in a treehouse Airbnb during fall foliage season, such as this one with two bedrooms and one bathroom. The treehouse is on a 21-acre property and in a coastal main village near parks and beaches. The dwelling is made up of two structures that are connected by a rope bridge. In the fall, it’s perfect for taking a walk along the marsh to the tree-dwelling to see the leaves and then warm up in the cedar hot tub. There are wall-mounted heating units to get the interior space heated up quickly.
Kingsley Grist Mill, Covered Bridge and Waterfall – Clarendon, Vermont
A very popular and highly rated New England Airbnb for fall foliage views is the Kingsley Grist Mill. This vacation rental has three bedrooms and two bathrooms to accommodate four guests. It has been featured on HGTV’s “You Live in What?” and on the Netflix travel series “World’s Most Amazing Vacation Rentals.” The interior space is private and about 3,000 square feet in size. It is filled with grain bins, chutes, ladders, and other unique elements. You can explore all four stories of the main structure, including the river decks. The rental has a kitchenette, Wi-Fi, and TV, but the real reason to stay here is because there’s nowhere quite like it anywhere in the world!
