You Can Stay in the ‘Up’ House (and Balloons Are Definitely Involved)

03.05.2024 - 14:27 / bhg.com / Sophia Beams

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Pixar's Up is a classic favorite for many reasons: the lovable characters, the heartwarming (and heartbreaking) moments, and—obviously—the whimsical flying house. Anyone who's seen the movie has to admit they've marveled at the thought of floating through the air in a home tethered to countless balloons. And while that scenario definitely seems fantastical, Airbnb actually brought it to life with a perfect, real replica—and you have the opportunity see it yourself.

This experience is part of Airbnb's new Icons Program, launching this summer. Along with the Up house, it involves entering to win an overnight stay at 11 «extraordinary experiences from the world’s greatest icons.» From spending the night at the Musee D’Orsay to hanging out in Doja Cat’s living room, there are plenty of unforgettable listings you have a chance of booking.

Located in Abiquiu, New Mexico, the Up house is, of course, hosted by none other than Carl Fredricksen himself. If you’re a fan of the film, you’ll be pleased to know that the home’s interior is an exact duplicate (because it’s Carl’s actual residence, naturally).

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«I don’t always like visitors, but I guess it’s pretty nice to have them now that it’s just me and Dug,» the listing's description reads. «So, come stay in my cozy home I made with my dear Ellie. My greatest adventures have happened here, and I learned that the best ones are always with someone you love, so bring your pals to kickstart your very own Adventure Book and watch as my house drifts off before you depart.»

So if you thought this house wouldn’t actually get off the ground, you thought wrong—lifted by over 8,000 balloons (and apparently a very large crane), you get the full, floating experience.

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