Our top July 4th trends and the most wishlisted homes across the 50 states

Key Takeaways

  • As families gear up to celebrate the Fourth of July, we're unveiling trending destinations for the holiday weekend.
  • Some of the most wishlisted listings across all 50 states highlight unique and extraordinary homes.
  • To inspire Independence Day vacations, we’ve rounded up some July 4th-themed stays, including the most wishlisted homes with barbecues and firepits.

Key Takeaways

  • As families gear up to celebrate the Fourth of July, we're unveiling trending destinations for the holiday weekend.
  • Some of the most wishlisted listings across all 50 states highlight unique and extraordinary homes.
  • To inspire Independence Day vacations, we’ve rounded up some July 4th-themed stays, including the most wishlisted homes with barbecues and firepits.

The Fourth of July has been the busiest weekend for families1 to travel on Airbnb in the US in recent years2. With kids out of school and the official start of summer underway, the long summer holiday is a perfect time for families to explore the country together.  

Locations that are trending this Fourth of July are known for their scenic landscapes like Cle Elum in Washington, Leadville in Colorado and Saratoga Springs in New York. Some of these trending places are towns that hold popular Independence celebrations like Marshfield, Massachusetts, Sanibel, Florida, and Fort Myers Beach, Florida. Eighty-seven percent of Airbnb users3 say the location was the most important consideration when booking a family vacation. 

Some of the top 10 trending destinations4 for the Fourth of July weekend are: 

  • Pocono Township, PA
  • Saratoga Springs, NY
  • Marshfield, MA 
  • Leadville, CO 
  • Bangor, ME
  • Lancaster, CA 
  • Cle Elum, WA 
  • Wenatchee, WA 
  • Sanibel, FL: Sanibel Island, FL 
  • Fort Myers Beach, FL

The most wishlisted listing in each US state

Ahead of Independence Day, we’re showcasing some of the most wishlisted listings across all 50 states. These unique and extraordinary homes highlight the diverse landscapes, captivating designs and regional styles across the United States. From an A-framed eco-cabin in Utah with views of Zion National Park to a converted grain silo in Montana, here is a round up of some of the most wishlisted stays in each US state, perfect for family gatherings or solo getaways. 

Grill and chill this July Fourth: Homes with barbecues and firepits

A huge advantage of Airbnb is the range of outdoor amenities it offers, perfect for an Independence Day get-together. As it wouldn’t be July Fourth without an al fresco meal with friends or family, we’ve rounded up a selection of some of the most wishlisted homes across the country with barbecues or firepits.

All homes in this article are intended purely to inspire and illustrate. Airbnb does not recommend or endorse these listings or any other homes on the platform. 

Custom-made treehouse in the midst of towering white oaks
Earth and Sky Sanctuary, Asheville, North Carolina
Modern zinc roofed bungalow nestled among the dunes surrounded by nature and lush greenery. Pool in foreground
Lake Home Nestled in the Dunes, Stevensville, Michigan
Unique treehouse is nestled into the treetops on 40 acres of forest
The Firefly Treehouse, Crane Hill, Alabama
Striking modern desert home from above and at dusk, revealing it's C-shape profile and desert setting
Modern Desert Home, Joshua Tree, California
Aerial view of A-frame cabin in a woodland setting
Heartwood Cabin at Mount Rainier, Packwood, Washington
North Cascades Haven at River Cabin, Marblemount, Washingon
Airstream
Wonder Lust Airstream, Joshua Tree, California
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1. Family travel defined as an Airbnb booking that includes at least one child or infant.
2. Based on 2021, 2022, and 2023 data for family travel in the US based on nights stayed.
3. Based on a survey of nearly 3,000 Airbnb guests with US bookings that included three or more guests between July 1, 2023 and June 24, 2024.
4. Trending destinations in the US based on searches by US guests made from January to June 15, 2024 for stays in July 4-7, 2024 versus comparable period in 2023.

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