Leavenworth, Washington is a truly unique place in the United States. It’s pretty much the closest thing you can get to real Bavaria without actually flying to Germany!
That’s right – this Cascade mountain town was built to reflect the traditional Geman Bavarian-style architecture. While I’m partial to Christmas time for a visit, it’s fun year-round. There are some great hotels, but even better Airbnbs & cozy cabins to make your home for your Leavenworth vacation. Keep reading for my hand-picked list of favorites!
13 cozy-chic Leavenworth Airbnbs & cabins for your Bavaria in Washington vacation
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Here’s the thing: I’m super picky about Airbnbs. I judge a really cool Airbnb or vacation rentals based on reviews from pasts guests, the decor & style, location, price and general awesomeness. If the Airbnb is worth the trip alone since it’s so special – I want to stay there! (Otherwise, I usually opt for hotels)
My husband and I got to visit Leavenworth at Christmas a few years ago and totally fell in love. That being said, it’s great year-round. Whether you are coming for a fall Oktoberfest celebration or summer hiking, these are the best Airbnbs in the Leavenworth area!
13 Best Leavenworth Airbnbs & Cabins You Can Rent For A Cozy Getaway
Unique & cozy Leavenworth Airbnbs to rent. From chic A-frame cabins to tiny homes in the mountains, luxury lake from houses to a cave. YES A CAVE! These are the coolest Airbnb rentals in Leavenworth Washington.
Location: Peshastin
Guests: Up to 3
Price: $171 per night
OMG this is a treehouse Airbnb!! After visiting a Treehouse Airbnb in California I'm obsessed with them. This unique cabin in the trees is located about 15 minutes outside Leavenworth tucked in the Cascade foothills.
Guests love all the little touches the hosts leave (like coffee and s'mores!) The bath is separate in another building so this is best in the spring-fall before it gets too cold.
Location: Leavenworth
Guests: Up to 2
Price: $195 per night
This couple converted their barn into a guest house Airbnb near Leavenworth WA (just 1.5 miles outside of town!) The barn was built in 1932 and use to be a working dairy barn back in the day. Now it's a stunning retreat next to an aspen grove and with stunning views of the surrounding mountains.
Past guests love the outdoor living area and especially how this place looks during fall when all the foliage pops!
Location: Leavenworth
Guests: up to 2
Price: $94 per night
Another super cool tiny home in Leavenworth complete with a private hot tub and right by a creek all the nature you could want. I think this would be a super fun glamping rental during the summertime. It's near the entrance to the Enchantments for easily exploring + hiking of the best wildlife area in the region while also still being close enough of a drive from downtown Leavenworth for any after hiking beers at Icicle Brewery.
Location: Leavenworth
Guests: Up to 2
Price: $199
Just a 7-minute walk from town, this contemporary guest suite cabin is sleek and tucked among the trees, making it the perfect balance of in-town activities and nature retreat. There's a smart TV but you'll probably be finding yourself on the porch sipping local wine from Lake Chelan or perhaps inside by the fireplace in the reading nook.
Location: Leavenworth near Plain
Guests: up to 4
Price: $169 per night
An A-frame cabin?! Oh be still my heart! This may be the cutest traditional Leavenworth cabin rental complete with rustic chic decor, string lights outside for hygge vibes and a wood-burning fireplace. It's very close to Plain & their market, but only a 20-minute drive from downtown Leavenworth. It's pet friendly for an additional fee so bring along your dog!
Location: Leavenworth
Guests: Varied
Price: Around $200 per night
These are the Leavenworth cabins we stayed in while on our trip! Sleeping Lady Mountian Resort is a hotel that's super cool, clean and romantic. It's about a 10-minute drive outside of town and literally right on a lake with stunning views of Sleeping Lady Mountain peak.
There's tons of trees and it's absolutely magical when it snows. I also fell in love with their outdoor hot tub #swooning! I love these cabins in Leavenworth - read more about my stay at Sleepy Lady in my full review.
Location: Leavenworth
Guests: up to 2
Price: $101 per night
How cool is this covered wagon Airbnb?! You can't get more unique than this. It merges that cabin feels with the tiny house trend perfectly. This wagon has all the basic kitchen facilities you want plus a hand grinder and a French press for making coffee.
I adore the view from the back porch, it makes me want to curl up with a book and a cup of hot apple cider.
Location: Leavenworth
Guests: Up to 2
Price: $267 per night
BRB, find me in this Leavenworth cabin's hot tub with that STUNNING view of trees and mountains! I have a soft spot for hot tubs. after a day of hiking or exploring all the Christmas festivities in Downtown Leavenworth, come back here to have a soak under the stars. It's probably one of the most romantic cabins for rent in Leavenworth Washington.
Location: Lake Wenatchee
Guests: up to 6
Price: $293 per night
This family-friendly Airbnb Leavenworth cabin is right on the lakefront of Lake Wenatchee which is always a hit with children! I remember spending summers at the "cabin up north" back home in Wisconsin and always loving the ones right by the lake best for easy swimming, sunsets & chasing ducks. It's 25 minutes in the countryside outside town but the trade-off is lakefront views. Or, in the winter, book this spot since it's also close to Steven's Pass for skiing.
Location: Downtown Leavenworth
Guests: up to 2
Price: $156 per night
The Alley House is smack in the middle of Downtown Leavenworth making it the best affordable apartment to rent when you plan on spending a lot of time in town (like, for their annual fall Oktoberfest - they have one just like Oktoberfest in Germany!!) It's minimal but large and roomy.
Location: Leavenworth
Guests: Up to 8
Price: $290 per night
Yes, a freaking cave! The famous Leavenworth Airbnb Cave is a real cave that's decked out and converted for sleeping. People love booking this out with a big group, especially birthday parties. There's a ping pong table and hot tub in there. Skip the party house, book yourself a party cave!!
Location: Leavenworth
Guests: Up to 2
Price: $105 per night
AHH! How cute is this tiny red caboose Airbnb? Dang, Leavenworth is nailing the unique Airbnb rentals, huh? This tiny train caboose is Instagram-perfect on the outside and has everything you need on the inside (kitchen bed, etc) You can access a private mountain trail from the caboose for hiking, too.
Location: Leavenworth
Guests: Up to 8
Price: $229 per night
This house is one of the best Leavenworth cabin rentals - I mean just look at the decor on the inside! Again, you would probably have to pry me from the hot tub since that's my jam, but this cabin is super close to the Enchantments, Lake Wenatchee and other hiking trails.
It's about 20 minutes outside Leavenworth and can fit 8 people so it's a great Airbnb for the family or friends. You may never want to leave!
Still haven’t found the perfect Leavenworth Airbnb cabin for your trip? Try the PostHotel in Downtown Leavenworth if you want to treat yourself to a fancy stay or be in walking distance to all the restaurants. Their spa is jaw-dropping and the rooms have amazing views of fall foliage in October.
Again, I really think you need to come visit Leavenworth during Christmas. It’s the perfect place to hole up for a weekend and just get your holiday vibes on. You can pet reindeer in Leavenworth!! Or do a sleigh ride, or perhaps enjoy mulled wine next to the fireplace in your cabin while it’s softly snowing outside…
Dang, this makes me want to book a trip back to Leavenworth ASAP just thinking about how magical this place is! Before I leave you, one last thing: if you have extra time in your trip, add on a couple of days to pop over to Lake Chelan, which is about 2 hours away. They have a nice wine tasting region here and a lake that’s fun for water activities!
Didn’t see your favorite Leavenworth rentals on this list? Drop them below so everyone can see! Got questions about fun things to do in Leavenworth? Comment or DM me on Instagram @thewhimsysoul and I’ll be happy to help.
4 comments
Love this post! Heading to Leavenworth this winter! I was wondering where the very first picture on this post was taken? Such a beautiful cabin. Looks like the sign above the door says “Office”. Was it a Leavenworth shop? Or a lodge?
It’s the main office at Sleeping Lady Resort!
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