The 25 Best Airbnbs in Mexico (#15 Has Its Own Dock on the Lagoon)

Looking for the best Airbnbs in Mexico?

You’re in the right place as I’ve called Mexico home since 2018, and I’ve stayed in 50+ Airbnbs all over the country.

From Caribbean beaches and Pacific surf towns to colonial cities and wine country, Mexico has a destination for every kind of trip — and some of Mexico’s best Airbnbs.

👀 Curious about my top pick? It’s Casa Chaya, a green oasis in Mexico City’s Roma Norte — check it out here.

With thousands of listings in every corner of the country, it’s hard to know where to start, let alone which Airbnbs are actually worth booking. That’s where I come in!

I’ve hand-picked the very best place from each of my destination guides, each with either Airbnb’s Guest Favorite badge (nearly-5 star ratings and lots of glowing reviews) or a spot in Airbnb Luxe, which Airbnb vets for quality.

My Top 3 Picks: The Best Airbnbs in Mexico

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The 25 Best Airbnbs in Mexico

1. Casa Chaya: Green Oasis in Roma Norte

• 📍 Neighborhood: Mexico City (Roma Norte)
• ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 4, families, pet-friendly
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Casa Chaya is one of my favorite Airbnbs in Mexico City, thanks to comfortable furniture, fun decor, and an amazing location.

It’s a townhouse tucked behind a private gate, so it feels peaceful even though Roma Norte’s best cafés, restaurants, bars and shops are steps away.

The hosts love plants, so you’ll find greenery all through the house 🪴 which only adds to the indoor-outdoor appeal.

It sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms, and there are 3 bathrooms.

It’s my top pick in my guide to the best Mexico City Airbnbs.

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2. Villa Amor: 4-Suite Villa with a Private Pool

• 📍 Neighborhood: Tulum (La Veleta)
• ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 10, families, pet-friendly
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Villa Amor is a single-level, Mayan-inspired villa where several of the suites open straight onto the private pool.

Spend lazy afternoons poolside, then walk about 10 minutes into Tulum Centro for dinner.

From mid-December to late March, you can spend beach days at Bagatelle — one of the best Tulum beach clubs — with no minimum spend.

It sleeps 10 guests in 4 suites with 4.5 bathrooms, plus a dedicated workspace, and one pet is welcome.

It’s my top pick in my guide to the best Tulum Airbnbs.

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3. Beachfront One-Bedroom with a Private Plunge Pool

• 📍 Neighborhood: Isla Holbox (beachfront, near downtown)
• ❤️ Best for: Couples, friends, solo travelers, digital nomads
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Wake up steps from the sea, and slip straight into your own plunge pool on the balcony.

This small boutique property has just five studios, right across the street from the public beach.

Each one mixes polished concrete with warm, handcrafted décor, for a relaxed island feel.

It sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom with 1 bathroom.

It’s my top pick in my guide to the best Isla Holbox Airbnbs.

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4. Waterfront Hotel Zone Villa with Infinity Pool, Sauna and Home Theater

• 📍 Neighborhood: Cancún (Hotel Zone)
• ❤️ Best for: Luxury travelers, groups of up to 12
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An Airbnb Luxe property, Casa EnMar sits right on the Caribbean in Cancún’s Hotel Zone, with an infinity pool, a hot tub and its own sandy lounge area.

Picture yourself paddling out on the kayak in the morning, then gathering around the fire pit after dark.

Inside, there’s a mini cinema, a pool table, foosball, a sauna and a wet bar, so even rainy days are covered.

It sleeps 12 guests in 5 bedrooms with 5.5 bathrooms, and Playa Tortugas is about a 15-minute walk.

It’s my top pick in my guide to the best Cancún Airbnbs.

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5. 3-Bedroom Condo with Arch Views and a Private Infinity Pool

• 📍 Neighborhood: Cabo San Lucas (El Tezal)
• ❤️ Best for: Luxury travelers, groups of up to 6, families
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An Airbnb Luxe property, this upscale 3-bedroom condo lets you float in your own heated infinity pool while gazing out at the ocean and Cabo’s famous Arch.

When the sun goes down, slip into the private hot tub, fire up the Big Green Egg, or belt out a few songs on the karaoke machine.

Inside the gated Vista Vela community, you also get 2 shared pools, a gym and tennis courts, and downtown is about 8 minutes away by car.

It sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms, each with its own bathroom and air conditioning, and a pack ‘n play and high chair are available.

It’s my top pick in my guide to the best Cabo San Lucas Airbnbs.

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6. Amapas Hillside Villa with Heated Infinity Pool and Bay Views

• 📍 Neighborhood: Puerto Vallarta (Amapas)
• ❤️ Best for: Luxury travelers, groups of up to 7
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An Airbnb Luxe property, Villa Pura Vida PV has 220-degree views over the ocean, the Romantic Zone and Los Muertos Beach.

Float in the heated infinity pool as the sun sets over Banderas Bay, then grab a drink at the palapa bar.

On some nights, you’ll even catch fireworks lighting up the shoreline below.

It sleeps 7 guests in 3 bedrooms with 3 bathrooms, and the beaches and restaurants are a short walk down the hill.

It’s my top pick in my guide to the best Puerto Vallarta Airbnbs.

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7. Penthouse with a Private Rooftop Pool near Fifth Avenue

• 📍 Neighborhood: Playa del Carmen (Centro)
• ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 6, families
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At 3,650 square feet, this is one of the largest penthouses in downtown Playa del Carmen.

Picture yourself floating in your own plunge pool on a huge private rooftop, with a cocktail in hand and an ocean breeze.

Up there you’ll also find a built-in Weber grill, an outdoor rain shower and room for 10+ people to lounge.

It sleeps 6 guests in 2 bedrooms with 3 bathrooms, and Fifth Avenue is a couple of blocks away.

It’s my top pick in my guide to the best Playa del Carmen Airbnbs.

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8. Luxe Home with a Heated Rooftop Infinity Pool by El Llano

• 📍 Neighborhood: Oaxaca City (Centro)
• ❤️ Best for: Luxury travelers, groups of up to 6, families
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An Airbnb Luxe property, The Avocados has something you won’t find at most Oaxaca stays: a private, heated infinity pool on the roof.

Swim above the city in the morning, then stroll through El Llano park, right outside your door.

Back inside, settle into the home movie theater, with a projector and a big screen.

It sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms with 4.5 bathrooms, and Santo Domingo is about a 10-minute walk.

It’s my top pick in my guide to the best Oaxaca City Airbnbs.

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9. Luxe Staffed Villa with a Courtyard Pool and Rooftop Terrace

• 📍 Neighborhood: San Miguel de Allende (Centro)
• ❤️ Best for: Luxury travelers, groups of up to 12
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An Airbnb Luxe property, Casa Antonella is a fully staffed estate on a quiet callejón in the heart of Centro.

Start each day with a complimentary cooked breakfast, then swim in the heated courtyard pool, framed by cypress trees.

At sunset, head up to the rooftop olive terrace for church and mountain views by the grand fireplace.

It sleeps 12 guests in 6 bedrooms with 6.5 bathrooms, about a 7-minute walk from El Jardín.

It’s my top pick in my guide to the best San Miguel de Allende Airbnbs.

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10. Luxe Three-Bedroom Corner Condo with Panoramic Views in Zapopan

• 📍 Neighborhood: Guadalajara (Zapopan, Valle Real)
• ❤️ Best for: Luxury travelers, groups of up to 6, families, pet-friendly
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An Airbnb Luxe property, this 2,500-square-foot corner condo sits on a high floor of an award-winning tower in Valle Real.

Picture yourself with a Nespresso on the wraparound balcony, looking out over the city and a private golf course.

Floor-to-ceiling retractable windows open the living room right onto that balcony.

It sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms with 3.5 bathrooms, and Andares Mall is about a 5- to 7-minute Uber ride.

It’s my top pick in my guide to the best Guadalajara Airbnbs.

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11. Beachfront Designer Home with a Heated Infinity Pool

• 📍 Neighborhood: Sayulita (North End)
• ❤️ Best for: Luxury travelers, groups of up to 12
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An Airbnb Luxe property, Casa Rosada was designed by interior designer Summer Thornton and has been featured in Architectural Digest.

Step from the heated infinity pool straight onto the beach, then sink into the hot tub as the sun sets over the bay.

Breakfast is included, and the staff and concierge team are on hand around the clock.

It sleeps 12 guests in 5 bedrooms with 5.5 bathrooms.

It’s my top pick in my guide to the best Sayulita Airbnbs.

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12. Seven-Bedroom Villa with a Private Pool in Zona Dorada

• 📍 Neighborhood: Mazatlán (Zona Dorada)
• ❤️ Best for: Groups of 16+
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Casa Dorada is a seven-bedroom villa in Zona Dorada, just three blocks from the beach.

Picture yourself grilling dinner by the private pool, next to a waterfall inspired by Sinaloa’s piedras labradas.

Murals of local wildlife decorate the house, and the Zen-like waterfall room looks right out over the carved waterfall.

It sleeps 16+ guests in 7 bedrooms with 6.5 bathrooms, and the beach is three blocks away.

It’s my top pick in my guide to the best Mazatlán Airbnbs.

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13. Architect-Designed Villa with a Private Pool in La Punta

• 📍 Neighborhood: Puerto Escondido (La Punta)
• ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 8
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Casa Xoza is an architect-designed villa above La Punta Zicatela, made for what the hosts call “barefoot luxury.”

Picture yourself soaking in an open-air concrete bathtub in your own tropical garden, under the stars.

Upstairs, two big suites sit under a soaring 20-foot (6-meter) palapa roof.

It sleeps 8 guests in 3 air-conditioned suites with king beds, and Playa Zicatela is about a 10-minute walk.

It’s my top pick in my guide to the best Puerto Escondido Airbnbs.

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14. Oceanfront Luxe Villa with an Infinity Pool and Pool Table

• 📍 Neighborhood: Isla Mujeres (Playa Sur)
• ❤️ Best for: Luxury travelers, groups of 16+, pet-friendly
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An Airbnb Luxe property, Villa del Este is an oceanfront retreat where you watch the sun rise over the Caribbean.

Spend the afternoon in the heated saltwater infinity pool, then finish the day in the hot tub.

There’s a pool table, a pizza oven and a big lawn for volleyball or soccer.

It sleeps 16+ guests in 6 bedrooms with 6 bathrooms, with 5 king suites and a bunk room for kids, and one pet is welcome.

It’s my top pick in my guide to the best Isla Mujeres Airbnbs.

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15. Lagoonfront Villa with a Private Dock and Kayaks

• 📍 Neighborhood: Bacalar (Aarón Merino)
• ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 8
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Lie back in one of the overwater nets on Villa Alegre’s 25-meter private dock, and you’ll feel like you’re in the Maldives.

Paddle the Seven Colors Lagoon in the free kayaks, then do some yoga on the deck by the water.

The villa runs on 100% solar power, with purified drinking water and a BBQ area in the tropical garden.

It sleeps 8 guests in 3 bedrooms with 3 bathrooms.

It’s my top pick in my guide to the best Bacalar Airbnbs.

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16. Oceanfront Villa with a Private Pool and a Billiard Room

• 📍 Neighborhood: Cozumel (North Hotel Zone)
• ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 12
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Casa Santa Pilar is an oceanfront villa in Cozumel’s exclusive North Hotel Zone, right on the white sand of North Beach.

Picture yourself with a margarita by the huge pool and jacuzzi, watching the sun go down over the Caribbean.

A private gate takes you straight from the tropical garden onto the beach.

It sleeps 12 guests in 4 bedrooms with 5 bathrooms, and taxis are easy to find in the North Hotel Zone at all hours.

It’s my top pick in my guide to the best Cozumel Airbnbs.

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17. Three-Level Hillside Home with a Private Rooftop Terrace and City Views

• 📍 Neighborhood: Guanajuato (hillside below El Pípila)
• ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 7, families
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Casa Mirador is a three-level home perched on the hillside, with views over the colorful city from its big windows.

Picture yourself on the private rooftop terrace with a glass of wine, watching the sun set over Guanajuato.

The top-floor master suite has wooden beam ceilings and an en-suite bathroom.

It sleeps 7 guests in 3 bedrooms with 3 bathrooms, and Jardín de la Unión and El Pípila are each about a 5-minute walk.

It’s my top pick in my guide to the best Guanajuato Airbnbs.

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18. Luxe Villa with a Private Vineyard and an Infinity Jacuzzi

• 📍 Neighborhood: Valle de Guadalupe (Francisco Zarco)
• ❤️ Best for: Luxury travelers, groups of up to 12
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An Airbnb Luxe property, Kasa Kascada is a private villa surrounded by its own vineyard, just for guests.

Picture yourself in the heated infinity jacuzzi at night, glass of wine in hand, looking out over the valley under the stars.

Breakfast is included every day, and the staff is on hand from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

It sleeps 12 guests in 4 bedrooms with 4.5 bathrooms, and one round-trip shuttle from Tijuana Airport is included per booking.

It’s my top pick in my guide to the best Valle de Guadalupe Airbnbs.

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19. Casa Melina: Restored Hacienda in Downtown Todos Santos

• 📍 Neighborhood: Todos Santos (Downtown)
• ❤️ Best for: Luxury travelers, groups of up to 10
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An Airbnb Luxe property, Casa Melina is a restored sugar cane hacienda from the 1800s, steps from the plaza in downtown Todos Santos.

Climb the rooftop tower for sunset, then gather in the home cinema for movie night.

Spend lazy afternoons by the heated saltwater pool, and cook dinner in the outdoor kitchen.

It sleeps 10 guests in 5 bedrooms with 5.5 bathrooms.

It’s my top pick in my guide to the best Todos Santos Airbnbs.

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20. Casa Mykonos: Beachfront Villa with a Private Infinity Pool

• 📍 Neighborhood: San José del Cabo (El Encanto de la Laguna)
• ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 6
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Picture this: at Casa Mykonos, the white sand beach and the Sea of Cortez are your backyard.

Spend lazy afternoons between your private infinity pool and the hot tub, with nothing but sand and blue water in front of you.

When the sun goes down, fire up the grill in the big outdoor kitchen and gather around the fire pit.

It sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms with 3.5 bathrooms, and beach chairs and an umbrella are waiting for you.

It’s my top pick in my guide to the best San José del Cabo Airbnbs.

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21. Luxe Oceanfront Condo with a Private Beach in Conejos Bay

• 📍 Neighborhood: Huatulco (Conejos Bay)
• ❤️ Best for: Luxury travelers, groups of up to 8, families
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An Airbnb Luxe property, this oceanfront residence at Celeste Curamoria looks out over Tejoncito Beach in Conejos Bay.

Spend your mornings on the private beach, then paddle out on a kayak or paddleboard, both included in your stay.

Back at the residence, lounge by the infinity pool or unwind in the steam room.

It sleeps 8 guests in 3 bedrooms with 3 bathrooms.

It’s my top pick in my guide to the best Huatulco Airbnbs.

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22. Architect-Designed Beachfront Villa Steps from El Caimancito Beach

• 📍 Neighborhood: La Paz (El Caimancito, north beaches)
• ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 6
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Casa de Paz is a 3,300-square-foot beachfront villa, designed by architect Gerardo Ulate to show off La Paz Bay from every angle.

Picture yourself walking about 50 feet from your terrace to the white sand of El Caimancito beach, with a kayak and beach chairs in tow.

Floor-to-ceiling windows connect the living and dining areas to a big terrace with an outdoor kitchen, a BBQ grill and a fire pit.

It sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms with 3.5 bathrooms, and the Malecón is about a 12-minute drive.

It’s my top pick in my guide to the best La Paz Airbnbs.

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23. Restored Colonial Home with a Courtyard Pool in the Historic Center

• 📍 Neighborhood: Valladolid (Centro)
• ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 6, families
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La Pausa is a restored ancestral home in Valladolid’s historic center, where the real luxury is time together.

Inside, vintage pieces and custom-made furniture mix with Mexican design finds.

Picture dinner in the courtyard by the private pool, then gathering around the fire pit as the night cools down.

It sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms with 3.5 bathrooms, and the main square is a short walk away.

It’s my top pick in my guide to the best Valladolid Airbnbs.

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24. Six-Bedroom Hillside Home with a Pool and Pool Table

• 📍 Neighborhood: Tepoztlán (Valle de Atongo)
• ❤️ Best for: Groups of up to 14, pet-friendly
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Stare at the night sky long enough at Casa Piedra, and the host jokes you might spot a UFO between the stars and the mountains.

By day, swim in the solar-heated pool and fire up the BBQ, surrounded by gardens and mountain views.

There’s a pool table and a fireplace inside, plus a separate two-story bungalow that sleeps 4.

It sleeps 14 guests in 6 bedrooms with 6.5 bathrooms, and up to 2 pets are welcome.

It’s my top pick in my guide to the best Tepoztlán Airbnbs.

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25. Luxe Cliffside Villa with Three Pools and a Private Chef in Punta Garrobo

• 📍 Neighborhood: Zihuatanejo (Punta Garrobo)
• ❤️ Best for: Luxury travelers, groups of 16+
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An Airbnb Luxe property, Casa Yuri is a cliffside villa in Punta Garrobo, a private gated community above the ocean.

Your stay includes a private chef, a bartender and a housekeeper, so you won’t have to lift a finger.

Picture yourself watching the sunrise over the ocean, then ending the day with a cocktail and the sunset from the terrace.

It sleeps 16+ guests in 6 bedrooms with 10 bathrooms, and downtown Zihuatanejo is about 10 minutes away.

It’s my top pick in my guide to the best Zihuatanejo Airbnbs.

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More of the Best Airbnbs in Mexico, by Destination

Want more options? Here are all my Airbnb guides, by region.

Mexico City

Mexico City · Polanco · Coyoacán · Condesa · Roma Norte · Juárez · San Ángel · Santa Fe · Luxury rentals · Cheap Airbnbs · Long term rentals · Near the airport · Near Estadio Azteca

Cancún, Tulum and the Yucatán Peninsula

Cancún · Tulum · Tulum for couples · Tulum with private chefs · Playa del Carmen · Riviera Maya · Puerto Morelos · Akumal · Cozumel · Isla Mujeres · Isla Holbox · Bacalar · Valladolid · Campeche

Puerto Vallarta and the Pacific Coast

Puerto Vallarta · Romantic Zone · Sayulita · San Pancho · Bucerías · Riviera Nayarit · Mazatlán

Oaxaca and Guerrero

Oaxaca City · Puerto Escondido · Huatulco · Mazunte · Zipolite · Zihuatanejo · Ixtapa · Acapulco · Troncones · La Saladita

Baja California

Cabo · San José del Cabo · Todos Santos · La Paz · Loreto · Valle de Guadalupe · Ensenada · Tijuana · Rosarito · Rosarito with a private pool · Near Papas & Beer · Mexicali · San Felipe

Central Mexico

San Miguel de Allende · Guanajuato · Guadalajara · Ajijic · Querétaro · Puebla · Morelia · Tepoztlán · Cuernavaca · Valle de Bravo · San Cristóbal de las Casas

Northern Mexico

Monterrey · Ciudad Juárez · Rocky Point · San Carlos

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Best Airbnbs in Mexico FAQ

For a beach trip, the Holbox beachfront one-bedroom and the Sayulita designer home put you right on the sand.

The Isla Mujeres oceanfront villa also sleeps 16+ and welcomes pets.

The Cancún waterfront villa and the Valle de Guadalupe vineyard villa are both Airbnb Luxe properties.