Michigan cottage among the top Vrbo vacation rentals of 2024

What do a wine country villa, an Australian retreat and a Sand Lake cottage have in common?

All three are among the top vacation getaways from Vrbo.

Vrbo’s top ten 2024 Vacation Rentals of the Year includes vacation spots in California, Australia, Ontario, France and, yes, Sand Lake.

What’s so special about this cottage?

About 30 miles north of Grand Rapids, Sand Lake Beachfront Cottage sleeps 14, has a bunk room, includes 2 king beds, 2 twin beds, guest bedroom, 4 bathrooms, 3 half baths, and a variety of other amenities including deck and patio, kitchen, balcony, separate dining area, outdoor play area and garden.

It also boasts lake views from every bedroom in the home, tons of natural light, 3 fireplaces, a gourmet chef’s kitchen, hot tub and pickleball court.

The cost? About $1,000 a night.

Located in Sand Lake, this cottage is in a rural area and on the beach. Pilgrim's Run Golf Club and Whitefish Lake Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Huron-Manistee National Forest and Conover Lake. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

Sand Lake Beachfront Cottage, $1,063 per night

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What else is on the list?

Glen Ellen, CA

Exquisite Wine Country Villa, Winery And Wine Cave, Villa Montebella $4,697 per night including fees. This villa features 5 bedrooms, 9+ bathrooms and sleeps 12. You’ll enjoy 9000 sq ft of space with a pool, hot tub, washer and a barbecue grill. Breakfast is available and you can workout in the gym.

Winner of 2024 VRBO Vacation Rental Of The Year. Experience acres of tranquil privacy with a large vineyard of world class Cabernet Sauvignon.

Visit the Italian Riviera Villa in the heart of the California wine country. Located in Glen Ellen, in the mountains. Sonoma Valley Museum of Art and Sebastiani Theatre are cultural highlights, and some of the area’s attractions include Sonoma TrainTown Railroad and Sonoma County Fairgrounds.

Consider visiting the Redwood Empire Ice Arena and Scandia Family Fun Center. As well as the area’s water adventures with swimming, cycling, hiking, and mountain biking.

Nearby attractions just a few minutes away: Sonoma Valley Regional Park, Jack London Village, Benziger Family Winery, Chateau St. Jean Winery, Jack London State Historic Park.

Exquisite Wine Country Villa, Winery And Wine Cave, Villa Montebella, $4,697

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Maleny, Australia

The Easton at Maleny – Hamptons Countryside Retreat For $1,053 per night, you can enjoy the Easton at Maleny – Hamptons Countryside Retreat. This retreat space features 4 bedrooms (sleeps 6), with 2 1/2 baths. Check out the deck or patio, porch, kitchen and balcony. It also has a separate dining area as well as an outdoor play area and garden.

Considered “Stayz 2024 Winner – Australian Holiday Home of the Year.” This luxury countryside retreat is good for wedding stays, photoshoots, winter weekenders and more.

Located in a rural area in the mountains. See the Maleny Dairies and Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve. Additional attractions include the Australia Zoo, Maleny Botanic Gardens & Bird World. Visit the Maleny Cheese and Big Kart Track with the kids.

Located in Maleny, this vacation home is in a rural area and in the mountains. Maleny Dairies and Mary Cairncross Scenic Reserve are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Australia Zoo and Maleny Botanic Gardens & Bird World. Traveling with kids? Consider Maleny Cheese and Big Kart Track. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching

The Easton at Maleny – Hamptons Countryside Retreat, $1,053

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Port Carling, Ontario

Falcon’s Nest, your 6 bedroom luxury all-season cottage retreat nestled on Lake Muskoka. For around $2,200 per night, travelers will enjoy 4,000 sq ft. with 6 bedrooms and 5+ bathrooms. This cottage sleeps 12 and features a hot tub, washer, barbecue grill, kitchen and air conditioning.

Located in Muskoka Lakes, this vacation home is in a rural area on the waterfront. Muskoka Lakes Winery and Lake Joseph Golf Club are worth checking out and other area attractions include Muskoka Sports and Recreation and Santa’s Village.

Falcon’s Nest is a striking space, with many amenities and special touches. While spacious and luxurious, Falcon’s Nest maintains its warmth and coziness, ready to welcome you and envelope you in comfort and ease.

Falcon’s Nest, your 6 bedroom luxury all-season cottage retreat nestled on Lake Muskoka, $2,263

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Provence, France

Mas 5 with stones, is located in the heart of the Alpilles. This 1,829.9 sq. ft. villa has a superb view, pool and Jacuzzi. For $746 per night, you’ll have access to 5 bedrooms, which sleeps 8, 4 bathrooms and more. Additional features include washer, pool, barbecue grill and gym.

This pet and family-friendly Les Baux-de-Provence villa is located in the mountains, within a 5-minute walk of Alpilles and Alpilles Regional Natural Park. Carrieres de Lumieres and Chateau des Baux are also within 3 mi (5 km).

The stone façade associated with large openings to the garden and to wrought iron vines dressed in climbing plants, give the tone of the art of living in Provence.