Love the thrill of visiting a haunted house,The Whore of the Rings (2001) but it's not quite enough for you? Why not go all in and stay overnight in one?
Yup, that's right. We took stock of the scariest haunted houses, apartments, and rooms that you can rent on Airbnb. But between the active spirit sightings, inexplicable events, and occurrences of random music playing, you may want to reserve a room elsewhere too, just in case you're too spooked to spend a full evening in one of these places.
But for those feeling particularly brave and excited for specter-sightings this year, here are the 13 best haunted Airbnbs that you can stay in:
1. Parks-Bowman Mansion: The Haunted Bedroom
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable Among the three rooms available at the Parks-Bowman Mansion in New Orleans, Louisiana, is “The Haunted Bedroom.” The ghost of a young girl in a yellow dress from the 1890s is said to inhabit the room — but no need to worry, she’s quite shy, according to the Airbnb listing.
And when you’re finished keeping a lookout for ghosts, you can head down to the mansion’s pool, or ask the home’s owners (who also reside in the house) for some “tales of New Orleans lore.”
Book the room for $115 a night.
2. Harlot House
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable On the second floor, above the historic Tonopah Liquor Company bar in Tonopah, Nevada, sits the Harlot House. During the 1920s the brothel was active and thriving in what was once Tonopah's red light district, according to its Airbnb description.
While it's no longer a brothel, guests who rent out the Harlot House will find themselves surrounded by saucy nude portraits, rooms named after historic sex workers, and according to Time Out, you might even meet some ghoulish gals during your stay.
Book the entire Harlot House for $100 a night.
3. Haunted Inn in Western Maine
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable The Victorian Inn is located in the heart of the historic Dixfield Village in Maine. Known as the Marsh-Edwards House, it's said to have numerous "spirited" guests. The inn's owners have hired paranormal experts to investigate the property and have found that it is indeed haunted.
The ghost of a young boy has been spotted on the first floor, along with the ghost of a woman who walks around outside, and a "big man" in the hallway. Guests can also to expect to hear music playing at all hours in the 137 year old inn. Eek.
Book yourself a room for $99 a night.
4. Haunted Suite in Historic Benton Park
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable Built in 1890, this three-story brick house is said to be haunted — though the suite's hosts provide limited insight into the home's eerie nature, many guests have filled in the chilling details in their reviews. One mentioned that a missing belonging turned up in an odd location, and other's describe hearing a woman's voice in the dead of night.
Book the suite for $60 a night.
5. Organic, Pet-Friendly Getaway
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable This unassuming house in Bisbee, Arizona, looks just like any other run of the mill Airbnb home you might rent, but it has a secret: it's haunted.
According to its description on Airbnb, the home is "genuinely" haunted and strange bouts of "unexplained mischief" are to be expected. Other than that, guests can enjoy eco-friendly and organic accommodations.
Book this house for $50 a night.
6. The Haunted Bedroom at Talliston
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable As soon as you step into the Haunted Bedroom at Talliston, you’re transported back into the early 1900s. The bedroom -- located in Great Dunmow, United Kingdom -- is meant to replicate that of a “seven-year-old Edwardian child complete with books, toys and ephemera,” according to the Airbnb listing.
It's rumored that a child used to live in this room and complained of hearing lots of sounds and noises come evening, according to Refinery29. After the child died, their parents sealed up the room out of fear that they might haunt it. The room wasn’t reopened until the house’s current owner moved in and decided to renovate the room as they imagine the child might have kept it.
One of the perks of renting out this room is that you’ll have complete access to the entirety of the house (something other renters in the house don’t have), which almost makes sleeping in a haunted children’s bedroom worth it.
Book the room for $164 a night.
7. The Manor's Master Chamber
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable The Manor was once voted the most mysterious house in Saint Paul, Minnesota, and it's not hard to see why thanks to its gothic architecture and castle-like appearance.
There haven't ever been any reported ghost-sightings, but the Manor's spooky vibes make it the perfect place to gather for a seance or a scary movie marathon.
Book the room for $72 a night.
8. Laura's Cottage
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable Stay in the heart of historic Savannah, Georgia, in this cottage built in 1799. It is famous for appearing in Robert Redford's The Conspirator, and for, well, being possessed by spirits.
The guest house is said to be haunted by a woman named Laura, who lived in the cottage for 50 years. Encounters with Laura are said to be friendly, so you won't have to worry about any unpleasant otherworldly interactions.
Book this cottage for $178 a night.
9. The Haunted Chamber Apartment
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable The "madness chamber" located in York in the United Kingdom, is reportedly over 600 years old, according to its Airbnb description.
The chamber is known for being something akin to a time capsule of York -- oh, and for containing sounds, like your screams. That's right, if you scream, no one will hear it, which during these tumultuous times actually sounds amazing.
Book this room for $157 a night.
10. Terlingua GhostTown Ruin
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable Okay, so technically this house isn't haunted, but it is located smack dab in the middle of a ghost town in Terlingua, Texas — which is honestly very creepy.
But if the thought of being isolated doesn't spook you, then you can just take in the scenic beauty, enjoy the stars, and embrace the simplicity of the Texas terrain surrounding you.
Book this home for $130 a night.
11. Historic Civil War Farm House
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable In the midst of historic Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, is the David Stewart Farm, which has been around since before the Civil War — and was even used as a hospital following the battle of Gettysburg, according to its Airbnb description.
While guests will have access to the entire home, they won't necessarily be alone. According to the Airbnb host, who has lived in the farm house for 36 years, there are many ghostly guests that frequent the home as well. But not to worry! They're all extremely friendly.
Book this home for $105 a night.
12. Chateau Pitau
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable When you rent the entire Chateau Pitau castle in Vidnoye, Russia, you get access to a pool, a disco, a sauna, and a ghost. The owner reportedly sees a ghost once a week as the clock strikes midnight.
But, who cares about a ghost when there are so many other amenities to enjoy?
Book the castle for $200 a night.
13. Haunted Manhattan Room
Original image has been replaced. Credit: Mashable Out of all the haunted Airbnbs, this one is among the most haunted. The small apartment located in New Orleans, Louisiana. is said to have loads of "active spirits," so if you're obsessed with ghosts, this is absolutely the place for you.
Regular paranormal investigations are scheduled daily from nine in the evening until midnight, according to its listing on Airbnb. And, if you're so inclined you can join in on some of the paranormal investigations with the crew of nightly researchers.
Book a room in the apartment for $50 a night.
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