The real Home Alone house will soon be available for rent on Airbnb – just in time for Christmas
This is surely the perfect place for the ultimate Christmas sleepover.
The real life Alone at home house will soon be available for rent on Airbnb, with the listing revealing Kevin’s older brother, Buzz McCallister, as the “host.”
Buzz writes: “You may not remember me as particularly accommodating, but I’ve grown up and would be happy to share my family home – my pizza, even – with you during the holiday season. Just try not to let go of my tarantula, Axl, this time.
It’s got to be the ultimate Christmas slumber party – the real Home Alone (pictured) is available to rent on Airbnb
![The house as it appears in the 1990 film. The property is located at 671 Lincoln Avenue in Winnetka, Illinois](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2021/12/01/14/51192241-10262301-The_house_in_the_1990_film_The_property_is_located_at_671_Lincol-a-157_1638367462711.jpg)
The house as it appears in the 1990 film. The property is located at 671 Lincoln Avenue in Winnetka, Illinois
“We may all be older and wiser now, but we’re never too old for holiday hijinks. So, this year, spend the holidays not so alone at home with my parents.
“This holiday season we’re playing by my little brother’s rules, so feel free to eat junk food, watch trash on TV, borrow my dad’s aftershave and choose your own adventure. with a legendary battle plan as your guide. Just stay out of my room, okay?
The private property is located at 671 Lincoln Avenue in Winnetka, a 30-minute drive from Chicago, Illinois – where the film is set.
It was handpicked by the production team behind the 1990 film, which starred Macaulay Culkin as a boy who cleverly fends off two burglars when his parents fly off to spend Christmas in Paris – the accidentally leaving behind.
As Fancy Pants Houses explains, the property, which was originally built in the 1920s, was owned by John and Cynthia Abendshien at the time the film was made.
The couple told the Chicago Sun-Times that they camped out in the four-room master suite during the six-month filming of the film while the rest of their house was used for filming.
Abendshians paid $875,000 for the 4,250-square-foot red-brick colonial in 1988, according to Braked. They then listed it for $2.4 million in 2011, but received far less than the asking price.
The iconic home sold for $1.58 million nearly 10 months later in 2012. The price wasn’t far above Winnetka’s median at the time. The buyer has not been identified.
![The famous property is a 30-minute drive from Chicago - where the 90s classic is set](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2021/12/01/14/51192255-10262301-The_famous_property_is_a_30_minute_drive_from_Chicago_where_the_-a-158_1638367462712.jpg)
The famous property is a 30-minute drive from Chicago – where the 90s classic is set
![The Airbnb Home Alone staircase. The front of the property appears in the film, along with the kitchen, main staircase, basement, attic and first floor landing](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2021/12/01/14/51192277-10262301-The_staircase_in_the_Home_Alone_Airbnb_The_facade_of_the_propert-a-159_1638367462712.jpg)
The Airbnb Home Alone staircase. The front of the property appears in the film, along with the kitchen, main staircase, basement, attic and first floor landing
![A scene from the 1990 film. The property was owned by John and Cynthia Abendshien at the time the film was filmed](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2021/12/01/14/51192227-10262301-A_scene_from_the_1990_film_The_property_was_owned_by_John_and_Cy-a-160_1638367462713.jpg)
A scene from the 1990 film. The property was owned by John and Cynthia Abendshien at the time the film was filmed
![Kevin McCallister sledges down the stairs in the Christmas classic, which follows a boy who cleverly fends off two burglars](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2021/12/01/14/51192225-10262301-Kevin_McCallister_sleds_down_the_stairs_in_the_Christmas_classic-a-161_1638367462714.jpg)
Kevin McCallister sledges down the stairs in the Christmas classic, which follows a boy who cleverly fends off two burglars
![Home Alone fans will enter a 'comfortable holiday scene with twinkling lights and a perfectly trimmed tree to celebrate the season'](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2021/12/01/14/51192271-10262301-Home_Alone_fans_will_walk_into_a_cosy_holiday_scene_with_twinkli-a-162_1638367462715.jpg)
![Macaulay Culkin in the original film. His character is left](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2021/12/01/14/51192239-10262301-Macaulay_Culkin_in_the_original_film_His_character_is_left_home_-a-163_1638367462716.jpg)
Home Alone fans will enter a ‘comfortable holiday scene (pictured left) with twinkling lights and a perfectly trimmed tree to celebrate the season’. On the right, Macaulay Culkin in the original film. His character is left “home alone” when his parents fly out to spend Christmas in Paris – accidentally leaving him behind
![Airbnb says guests can](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2021/12/01/14/51192257-10262301-Airbnb_says_that_guests_can_let_their_inner_eight_year_olds_run_-a-164_1638367462717.jpg)
Airbnb says guests can ‘let their eight-year-olds run free for the evening without being interrupted by pesky intruders’
Home Alone’s international popularity may have worked against the Abendshians when they attempted to sell the property, which has remained a tourist attraction since the film’s release.
Residents of the North Shore neighborhood have dealt with tourists visiting and taking photos of the home for 31 years.
![T-listing revealing Kevin's older brother Buzz McCallister as 'host'](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2021/12/01/14/51192235-10262301-According_to_the_listing_the_stay_will_be_hosted_by_Kevin_s_big_-a-165_1638367462718.jpg)
The Airbnb listing for the property says Kevin’s older brother, Buzz McCallister (above, played by Devin Ratray) is “the host.”
“It was a big deal that the movie was shot here, and it still is a big deal,” said Ann Smith, a longtime Winnetka resident. Chicago Grandstand in 2019.
“Every time I walk past this house, I see someone in front taking pictures.”
The front of the property features in the film, along with the kitchen, the attic (where Kevin is sent to spend the night in the opening scenes), the first floor landing, the main staircase, and the basement.
However, a replica of the house’s interior was built in the nearby New Trier Township High School gymnasium, as the house was too small to accommodate the crew for some scenes.
Now, for the very first time, fans of the film will have the chance to relive the Christmas classic at the McCallisters’ official home.
The stay will begin when guests enter the “cozy holiday scene with twinkling lights and a perfectly trimmed tree to celebrate the season.”
![Portraits of Buzz on the Airbnb wall. In the listing, Buzz writes:](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2021/12/01/14/51192245-10262301-Portraits_of_Buzz_on_the_wall_of_the_Airbnb_In_the_listing_Buzz_-a-166_1638367462720.jpg)
Portraits of Buzz on the Airbnb wall. In the listing, Buzz writes: “You may not remember me as particularly accommodating, but I’ve grown up and would be happy to share my family home – my pizza, even – with you this holiday season. “
![Gifts under the Christmas tree at the Airbnb. Fans can request to reserve the property from Tuesday, December 7](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2021/12/01/14/51192261-10262301-Presents_under_the_Christmas_tree_at_the_Airbnb_Fans_can_request-a-167_1638367462721.jpg)
![Guests will have the chance to set up 'traps galore' during their stay in the novelty Airbnb](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2021/12/01/14/51192269-10262301-Guests_will_have_the_chance_to_set_up_booby_traps_galore_during_-a-168_1638367462722.jpg)
On the left, presents under the Christmas tree at the Airbnb. Fans can apply to reserve the property beginning Tuesday, December 7. Guests will have the opportunity to set up “traps galore” during their stay in the novelty rental.
![Guests can enjoy a candlelit dinner of Kraft Microwave Macaroni and Cheese (pictured above) during their stay](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2021/12/01/14/51192273-10262301-Guests_can_tuck_into_a_candlelit_dinner_of_microwavable_Kraft_Ma-a-169_1638367462723.jpg)
Guests can enjoy a candlelit dinner of Kraft Microwave Macaroni and Cheese (pictured above) during their stay
![Fans can even recreate the moment Kevin McCallister applies his dad's aftershave in the film (pictured)](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2021/12/01/14/51192231-10262301-Fans_can_even_recreate_the_moment_Kevin_McCallister_applies_his_-a-170_1638367462737.jpg)
Fans can even recreate the moment Kevin McCallister applies his dad’s aftershave in the film (pictured)
Airbnb says guests can “let their eight-year-olds run free for the evening without being interrupted by pesky intruders.”
According to the list, there will be “traps galore” – which customers will be able to set up themselves.
Fans can even recreate the moment Kevin McCallister applies his dad’s aftershave – there will be “plenty of opportunities to scream in the mirror”.
As for haute cuisine, diners can sample “all the ’90s favorites their heart desires,” from the best pizza in Chicago to a candlelit dinner of Kraft Microwave Mac and Cheese.
An encounter with a real tarantula, a bit like Axl, Buzz’s pet, will also be organized during the festive stay.
![The master bedroom. An encounter with a real tarantula will be organized during the festive stay](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2021/12/01/14/51192275-10262301-The_master_bedroom_A_meet_and_greet_with_a_real_life_tarantula_w-a-171_1638367462738.jpg)
The master bedroom. An encounter with a real tarantula will be organized during the festive stay
![The exterior of the Airbnb. The property was handpicked by the production team behind the film over three decades ago](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2021/12/01/14/51192243-10262301-The_exterior_of_the_Airbnb_The_property_was_handpicked_by_the_pr-a-172_1638367462739.jpg)
![An exterior shot of the original film. Guests will also be able to enjoy a screening of the Disney+ 2021 remake of the classic –](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2021/12/01/14/51192249-10262301-An_exterior_shot_from_the_original_film_Guests_will_also_enjoy_a-a-173_1638367462739.jpg)
On the left is the exterior of the Airbnb. The property was handpicked by the production team behind the film over three decades ago. Pictured on the right is an exterior shot of the original film. Guests will also be able to enjoy a screening of the Disney+ 2021 remake of the classic – “Home Sweet Alone”
![The McCallister Residence is available for a one night stay for up to four people on December 12](https://i.dailymail.co.uk/1s/2021/12/01/14/51192219-10262301-Another_scene_from_the_festive_film_The_McCallister_residence_is-a-174_1638367462740.jpg)
The McCallister Residence is available for a one night stay for up to four people on December 12
Guests will also be able to enjoy a screening of the 2021 Disney+ remake of the classic – “Home Sweet Alone” – which stars Ellie Kemper, Archie Yates and original Buzz actor Devin Ratray.
Finally, as a souvenir of their stay, guests will receive a Lego Ideas Home Alone set to build at home.
The McCallister Residence is available for a one-night stay for up to four people on December 12 for $25 (£19). In honor of the new rental, Airbnb will make a one-time donation to La Rabida Children’s Hospital in Chicago.
Fans can request to reserve the property beginning Tuesday, December 7 at airbnb.com/homealone.
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