The proof for the existence of ghosts has boggled mankind for years. Is it true or is it just a hoax? Well, we may never know for sure but the stories of witches, monsters, and spirits we’ve heard from our grandparents only add to the trepidation. Regardless, the fear of the unknown is universal. We are not talking about viruses or aliens, but rather discussing the soul or spirit of a dead person which we commonly term as a ghost and know by several names in folklore. Although science has been bursting the myths associated with phantoms, some incidents derail science and make us believe in their existence.
Popular culture has further worked in strengthening ghost theories, which paired with the stories of hauntings hugely popularized many mansions, palaces, and bungalows as haunted. Since Halloween is about to kick off, what is better than visiting a spooky place on All Hallows’ Eve? So muster some courage, pack your bags, and get ready to experience the existence of ghosts, demons, and devils in these 20+ scariest and most haunted Airbnbs in the US where people have experienced paranormal activities. Chills, guys. Chills!
The Black Monarch in Colorado
With the haunted hotel industry burgeoning across America and all over the world, the Black Monarch stays one of the creepiest yet highly popular rentals. Based in Victor, Colorado, the hotel owner rebuilt it from a brothel to a rentable space after it was left dilapidated due to a fire incident in 1899. The legend has it that the building is haunted by the ghost of a miner who died in a gunfight.
The hotel room features luxurious furniture, creepy art, authentic taxidermy, and very real oddities to make your stay full of trepidation. The new hotel owner mentioned to The Guardian that multiple people have seen a woman looking out from one of the hotel’s windows, even when there was no one in the hotel. Other than that, strange sounds and moving objects may be a common sight to witness. So, what are you waiting for? Book your stay now and thank us later, if you are not too much shaken about by your stay. Just kidding!
Historic Civil War Farm House in Pennsylvania
Parks-Bowman Mansion: The Haunted Bedroom in New Orleans
The Battle of Gettysburg holds utmost significance in American history and the historic Civil War farmhouse is an important memoir of it. Based in Pennsylvania, the farmhouse was the place where causalities of the Civil War were brought in and treated. The space is hosted by Stephani who claims that many spirits live there but are all harmless.
Well, if you like pets and are completely okay sharing the kitchen, book a room at this place. The host offers you a large sunny room with a queen-size bed. Other than that, you’ll have your own private bathroom equipped with a shower. Don’t forget to carry an Ouija board, who knows you might be able to chat with one or two kind-hearted spirits.
Do you like the idea of sharing a bedroom with a young girl in a yellow dress who is a ghost? Well, the legend has it that the ghost was the daughter of the previous property owner and was buried on the grounds. If you are lucky enough, you’d spot her roaming there. This sounds unreal but that’s the fun associated with Halloween.
The haunted bedroom features a queen-size bed and a sitting area. Not to mention, a full shower bath and immediate access to the third-floor porch, with sweeping views of New Orleans. On top of that, the room will have internet access, a mini-fridge, and cable TV for you to watch a haunted movie to make your night scarier.
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The Manor Master Chamber in Minnesota
What makes a place or villa haunted is not only the legends associated with it but also its appearance. Located in Saint Paul, Minnesota, The Manor Master chamber features a gothic stone exterior, enough to radiate spooky vibes.
It features tall ceilings and plenty of windows that allow natural light inside. The entire house is decorated with oddities and antiques that add an even scarier aura to the place. If you are planning a vacation this Halloween, The Manor Master Chamber is worth a try.
Enslin House in New York
Based in Troy, New York, multiple theories circle the Enslin House. Most common amongst them are ghosts wandering the attic and the basement. The space features a haunted bedroom on the second floor equipped with a queen-size bed. Other amenities include a shower and access to a third-floor attic.
If you look at the pictures, the bedroom, gallery, and stairs, everything has a spooky vibe. The place is so raw and natural in terms of horror that one would start feeling cramped just by looking at the pictures, despite it being spacious.
Haunted Mansion Retreat in Florida
You couldn’t ask for a better place to stay than the Haunted Mini Mansion. It is a delightful ghostly retreat where every room will give you wall-to-wall creeps. The house features three bedrooms and three full bathrooms all inspired by Disney’s Haunted Mansion. Offering a spooktacular experience, it will let you create haunting memories for a lifetime.
The biggest highlight of the space is the very well-thought-out layout and details that create the Haunted Mansion feel. The private townhouse includes one king-size bed, one queen-size bed, twin bunk beds with an extra trundle twin bed, and a full-size crib. One bedroom and one full bath are located on the first level. There is no room for paranormal activity here, but the property also offers free parking, a community swimming pool, two children’s playgrounds, and a basketball court.
Victorian Gothic Castle Mansion in Maryland
If there is a castle, there ought to be some legend associated with it. This is the case with the Victorian Gothic Castle Mansion in Maryland. Featuring two bedrooms, a ballroom, a library, a pool, and tons of outdoor space, the castle looks like a perfect weekend retreat until you turn the history pages. The record states that a fire destroyed the original 1857 property with the owner’s wife and children inside. Other rumors suggest that the family escaped the fire unharmed but died by suicide. Whatever the case, the mansion is supposedly haunted.
The property was restored by several families occupying the home over the years. There have been multiple reports of paranormal activity in the mansion. Few people have spotted a child hanging from a chandelier while others have observed windows shattering and chandeliers swinging back and forth without any wind.
Asian Room in the Cemetery Schoolhouse in New York
Located in Hudson, New York, there is one schoolhouse near a cemetery where many Hudson River School painters were laid to final rest. The schoolhouse is a collection of Airbnbs and one Asian Room here will have you experience fear firsthand. The schoolhouse was built in 1900 near one of America’s most historic cemeteries known as The Cedar Park cemetery. The Asian Room was traditionally built around an 18th-century opium wedding bed and is a fusion of Asian and contemporary design.
The biggest highlight of the room is its interior with eclectic furniture, pendants, and differently-sized items adding to the aesthetic of the house. Apart from the magnificent artistic blend, the bathroom and kitchen in the schoolhouse are made out of steel and frosted glass elevating the spooky vibes to a higher note.
18th-Century Cottage in Georgia
The older the cottage, the more haunted we assume it to be. This 18th-century cottage adorned with antiquities and oddities inside is situated in Savannah, Georgia. It is surrounded by a forest which makes it even spookier. It is said to be haunted by a lady ghost named Laura.
The cottage is filled with antique furniture and regional artwork and finished in pinewood. In addition, Gullah sweetgrass baskets and antique carpets grace the authentic period building. The cottage includes a kitchen, dining space, laundry, and a spacious bedroom with a queen-size bed. There is also an upstairs bathroom and living room daybed with two twin beds in case you plan on hosting a Halloween party for your close friends.
Henry Derby House in Massachusetts
Over 180 years old, this particular Airbnb is an antique house transformed into a vacation rental. But it isn’t your quintessential rental space as it has some spook to it. The stairs will creak, the windows will rattle when it’s windy, and you may experience paranormal activity in the house during your stay, as the owner describes it. Moreover, guests have frequently reported mysterious sounds and sightings.
As far as visitors’ comfort is concerned, it is perfect for families or large groups traveling together looking to explore downtown Salem. You can have access to the whole house featuring a family room, kitchen, dining room, and living room on the first floor. Other than that, there are four bedrooms with two baths on the second floor, and two small bedrooms on the third floor as well. Overall, it is a perfect abode for a family reunion this Halloween.
Tiny Home Cottage in Florida
We have covered a plethora of tiny homes from across the world but this one is really special. Because it’s super spooky. Don’t expect basic amenities here or you will be left disappointed. Not technically haunted, it is a small space adorned with creepy items to evoke the feeling. There is an Ouija board table to summon the ghosts, a coffin but you can’t sleep in it, and a bathroom hidden behind a bookshelf.
The creepy décor is the highlight of the room which features a queen-size double bed. If you ever have dreamt of living life downsize and wanted to stay in a haunted tiny house, this is an ideal package for your Halloween.
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Haunted Inn Built in Boston
Built as a revolutionary training ground, this 1737 haunted inn is surrounded by three mountains and two rivers and also has gardens to sit in. Allegedly, visitors often hear the voice of Harriet, a bride who was shot dead by her ex-boyfriend at her wedding in 1805 and since then it has been a hotspot of paranormal activities.
There is a total of seven rooms, each featuring a double bed. There is also a private bath inside the inn, all tastefully decorated in period décor. In addition, guests have access to the gentleman’s parlor, fireplace room, and the garden outside.
Terlingua Ghost Town Ruin – Boystown
If you are an avid traveler who has roamed across the country multiple times, then you must know a thing or two about ghost towns in Texas. These towns feature an array of abandoned buildings and dilapidated churches that are downright spooky. Over the years, the infamous towns have attracted many visitors including paranormal experts and ghostbusters. One such house located in the Terlingua Ghost Town Ruin that grabbed our attention is Boystown.
Once a bustling mining hub, Boystown now sees only ghosts. Visitors can stay in this century-old miner’s casita featuring a bedroom, living room, kitchen, and an outdoor bathroom, which is a bit eerie on its own. From the porch of this stacked limestone cabin, keep an eye out for paranormal activity while enjoying picturesque views of the Big Bend National Park mountains and badlands.
Haunted Mansion-Inspired Ghostly Retreat
If you like Halloween, you should visit this spooky Airbnb that celebrates the spooky holiday year-round. Although we can’t confirm whether ghosts haunt this Haunted Mansion-themed Airbnb in Fullerton, California, the meticulously designed interior sets a perfect Halloween mood.
Whether it is the bride waiting for you at the entrance or the raven awaiting your arrival, everything in this Airbnb radiates sinister vibes. The mansion sleeps a total of eight guests in its four bedrooms and features a gaggle of eerie items bound to scare you in every footstep.
Pet-Friendly Bungalow in Arizona
If you want to be a ghost hunter, this is your moment to shine. This pet-friendly house in Arizona is famed for strange happenings that are hard to explain. Nothing to be scared though, as the incidents are not reported to be malevolent.
Featuring a couple of bedrooms, a living room, a bathroom, a large stocked kitchen, and a fully fenced yard, the bungalow boasts a gothic interior with a 1919 Brunswick phonograph player and a vintage-tiled full bathroom that elevates the spooky factor of the house.
Haunted Magnolia Hotel Bed and Breakfast, Texas
From the spirit of Texas Ranger James Campbell and the faded pictures on the wall to the presence of the Ghedi family, this haunted Magnolia B&B in Texas is something out of a spooky novel. The hotel has been featured on many shows such as Ghost Adventures, Ghost Brothers, Paranormal Caught on Camera, and more. Built in 1850 as a frontier hotel, stagecoach stop, saloon, restaurant, and a brothel, you can imagine the creepy tales and hair-raising mysteries attached to the place.
It houses four guests in its two bedrooms with two beds and one bathroom on the second floor. You can also enjoy a delectable continental breakfast and full access to 3000 square feet of space. If that’s not enough, then go on exploring the creepy unrestored rooms of the second floor without AC, heat, or electricity. The place is mystical for sure as it has a book ‘Mysteries of the Magnolia Hotel’ dedicated to all the uncanny activities that have transpired.
Historic Maryland Mansion
If you are a lover of history and beauty, then this gorgeous Maryland mansion is perfect for a family getaway. You get to explore a 4-acre property with access to four private bedrooms, a bathroom, a dining room, a library, a ballroom, a TV room, and a cozy lounge.
For history buffs, the house dates back to 1852 and has been beautifully maintained. It is spacious, decked with vintage furniture, and a delight for travelers and ghost hunters. Although it is not as sinister as you might think, some supernatural activities have been reported. If you have a brave heart, then these ghostly elements will surely delight you.
Queen Anne Hotel in San Francisco
San Francisco’s Queen Anne Hotel is one of the most exquisite haunted properties. Supposedly haunted, the hotel was originally a Girl’s Finishing School and now it is furnished with gothic and ostentatious furnishing. It sleeps two in its one bedroom with one bed and a private bathroom.
There are other delicacies to enjoy such as complimentary continental breakfast, evening tea, and sherry services that take place in a cozy fireplace parlor and library. This hotel will transport you back to a classic era with sparkling chandeliers, patterned wallpapers, gilded mirrors, and old-world charm. So brace yourself for a luxurious time and frightening tales.
Downtown Jackson Retreat
If you have the heart to live with some dreadful spirits, then Downtown Jackson Retreat is what you are looking for. The house is haunted and you might hear occasional bangs or stomps or other unusual, non-threatening activities. Despite being haunted, the spirits are friendly as no harm has been recorded so far. It dates back to the late 1870s and exhibits Victorian-era charm.
Situated in California, the house has a kitchen, a living room, a bathroom, bedrooms enough to sleep ten guests, and access to the entire ground floor. If you are an invigorating soul, you can explore the small nearby wineries or you can visit Bethany’s Home Sweet Haunted Home and many exhilarating places in Amador and Calaveras Counties.
The Montauk Manor, New York
The idea of living just a walk away from a cemetery is squirming. The Montauk Manor in New York is situated right next to the Native American cemetery. Built in 1929 by millionaire industrialist Carl Fisher, the house is said to be haunted by local paranormal investigators. It is built in the Tudor style and has a glorious lobby with a fireplace and a range of lounging furniture for comfort.
The indoors are relaxing with a Jacuzzi, sauna, and pool, but the outdoors is stimulating too with a barbeque, tennis areas, and outdoor pool. The studio has every possible amenity that would make your stay worthwhile. Make sure you don’t miss out on the scintillating nearby beaches.
Warlock House in Salem
You must have heard about the Salem Witch Trials of 1692-93 that left an indelible mark on the city. Since then, the city has become the most renowned destination among supernatural enthusiasts and occult history fanatics. This vacation rental welcomes those who believe in the magic of Salem where every day and every second is Halloween.
Every corner of the house emanates eerie vibes. The grim hallway, dimly lit candles, and the walls decorated with witchy memorabilia are sure to send chills down the spine. A gothic delight is a Raven’s restroom, inspired heavily by the works of a famous author Edgar Allen Poe, making it ideal for book lovers. The room has a queen-size bed, two bedside tables, a closet, and gloomy lamps for a sinister vibe. The frightening tales and whimsical aura make this place a perfect Halloween destination for brave souls.
The Hobo Hill House
Being featured on a television show ‘The Dead Files,’ the Hobo Hill house offers itself to your indistinct imagination. You can get access to the entire house only if you are okay with the ominous noises and appliances turning on and off by themselves.
It is outfitted with modern comforts and needs. From comfy bedrooms to a full kitchen, the house serves as an amazing family getaway. Accommodating 10 guests, the house is wicked and makes for an evocative Halloween getaway.
It’s a matter of great debate whether ghosts exist or not. Nonetheless, these haunted Airbnbs in the US will be perfect for daredevils and fans of horror. Let us know your experience should you choose to stay at one of these properties.
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