In the growing category of short term rentals, there’s a platform for everyone these days—from Glamping Hub and Hip Camp to Getaway, Vrbo, and of course Airbnb. With a quickly increasing number of high-tech, luxurious smart home rentals spanning North America’s most beautiful natural landscapes, Wander is the newest kid on the block. And one of the most exciting for design lovers.
Founded in 2021, the vacation rental startup caters to well-to-do digital nomads looking for a comfortable escape (and/or place for remote work) in locations like Joshua Tree, Lake Tahoe, the Hudson Valley, and rugged Oregon coast. Though the company’s current portfolio of 14 owned and operated properties—with a handful more opening in 2023—is impressive enough, Wander hopes to differentiate itself among the increasingly crowded STR market with industry-leading technology and brand partnerships. By design, all Wander homes are located within a 2-hour drive of a major city, and thus 80% of the US population.