Travelers can book a number of unique stays through Airbnb, ranging from a Bavarian castle in the Texas Hill Country to treehouses and shipping container homes across the Lone Star State. This roundup highlights five shipping container homes in Texas for travelers looking for something outside the box.
“Air Castle” by Highpoint Treehouses
The “Air Castle” measures 1,600 square feet and can accommodate up to four people.
Highpoint Treehouses
Location: Ladonia
Price: $297/night
2 bedrooms, 2 beds, 1 bathroom; can accommodate 4 people
This 1,600-square-foot home was built using four shipping containers and features five balconies, a third-floor hot tub, and a sixth-floor crow’s nest 50 feet above the ground.
This home is located in Ladonia, northwest of Dallas, near the Oklahoma border. Pets are not allowed on the property, but the rental offers a kitchen, washer and dryer, and Wi-Fi.
Book at https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/39032564
Wild & Free Tiny Home Glamping near Garner Park
This home is located near Garner State Park outside of San Antonio.
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Location: Concan
Price: $137/night
1 bedroom, 5 beds, 1 bathroom; 4 guests
This home, located in Concan near Garner State Park outside of San Antonio, features colorful accents and African wax fabrics. The house is off the beaten path, providing views of local wildlife and sky gazing opportunities.
The house also includes a kitchen and WiFi.
Book at https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/25337742
Container Hermosa Home
Hermosa Container Home is located in West Texas near Big Bend National Park.
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Location: Marfa
Price: $149/night
1 bedroom, 1 bed, 1.5 bath; 2 guests
This shipping container home sits on approximately one and a half acres of land in Marfa, a small West Texas town near Big Bend National Park. The house has a hammock and two bicycles for guest enjoyment, as well as a full kitchen, washer and dryer.
The property also has a second floor which is a separate rental.
Book at https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/19382194
Micro-Luxe East Downtown Container Living Module #10
This shipping container home is located minutes from downtown Houston.
AD1 management
Location: Houston
Price: $67/night
1 bed, 1 bath; 2 guests
This shipping container stay is located minutes from downtown Houston and features WiFi, a washer and dryer. The 160 square foot space is a separate unshared unit with another shipping container connected to it.
Book at https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/37008124
Bar
This Waco home sleeps up to six people and features a rooftop patio.
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Location: Waco
Price: $260/night
2 bedrooms, 2 beds, 2 baths; 6 guests
This shipping container house is an amalgamation of two shipping containers to create a space that can accommodate up to six people. It has a lit rooftop terrace with seating, a fully equipped kitchen and Wi-Fi.
Book at: https://www.airbnb.com/rooms/plus/28386163
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