VRBO Rental Guide: The Ultimate List for Elopements & Micro-Weddings
Updated October 1st, 2024
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Explore my hand-picked VRBO rentals for intimate weddings in stunning locales.
Hey there, lovebirds! Are you planning to tie the knot in a breathtaking location like Colorado, Mexico, Moab, or Patagonia? Well, you’ve come to the right place! I’ve scoured VRBO to bring you the crème de la crème of rental homes for the perfect romantic getaway. Prepare for a tour of my recommended accommodations near the most incredible natural wonders and awe-inspiring landscapes.
Your Love Story, Your Way
I designed this guide to help you find the right rental for your elopement or micro-wedding in my favorite locations. Whether you’ve already chosen a location or seek inspiration, you’ll find the most photo-worthy properties here! Look out for my notes about which homes I’ve visited, plus which ones allow events or your furry friends.
Here’s What Makes This List Unique:
Weather-Conscious Selections:
Each rental is a reliable backup in case Mother Nature decides to crash your party. If we have to wait it out, we’ll likely hang out in your rental until the sky clears. Trust me, you’ll thank yourself for choosing a picture-perfect place inside and out! I know that looks different for everyone, so I’ve provided various options for your stay.
Photo-Friendly Features:
As a photographer, I’ve seen it all. Mounted taxidermy? Not so great in wedding photos. Minimal lighting and crazy color schemes? No, thank you! I’ve hand-picked homes with pleasant decor, plenty of natural light, and balanced colors to make your photos more timeless.
Versatile VRBOs:
There’s a rental for everyone, whether just the two of you or the whole village. From intimate hideaways to spacious estates, I’ve found accommodations for every style and size of celebration.
Event-Friendly Properties
Even if it says events are allowed, check with your host first. This is especially important before you hire anyone for an event. Some hosts have an occupancy limit, which may affect your usage of the property.
As your planning progresses and the vision comes together, remember that it is the guest’s responsibility to keep up with the host and let them know your intentions. Consider things like structures, vehicles, and use of the land (like poles in the ground for lights or tents). It is also a good idea to look into insurance for your event to cover any damage to the property or rentals.
Remember, your elopement or micro-wedding is all about celebrating your love in a way that feels true to you. Whether that means a cozy cabin for two or a beachfront villa for twenty, the perfect VRBO rental awaits you.
Happy planning, and congratulations!
Table of Contents
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Tuipan Bohemian Villa
2 Bedrooms, 2+ Bathrooms | Sleeps 6 | Pet-Friendly
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Casa Noah
2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | Sleeps 6 | Pet-Friendly
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Nature-Chic Villa
3 Bedrooms, 3+ Bathrooms | Sleeps 6 | Pet-Friendly
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Entorno's Charming Villa
2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | Sleeps 6 | Pet-Friendly
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Tranquil Villa with 2 Onsite Cenotes
3 Bedrooms, 2+ Bathrooms | Sleeps 6 | Pet-Friendly
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Yum Kaax 8BR Luxury Villa
8 Bedrooms, 9+ Bathrooms | Sleeps 22 | Events Allowed
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Villa Hurakán
9 Bedrooms, 8+ Bathrooms | Sleeps 24 | Events Allowed
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Remodeled Home in Heart of Boulder
5 Bedrooms, 4 Bathrooms | Sleeps 10
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Pleasant St. Hidden Gem
4 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | Sleeps 6
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Mountain Escape to Boulder
3 Bedrooms, 2+ Bathrooms | Sleeps 6 | Pet-Friendly
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Spacious North Boulder Home
4 Bedrooms, 3+ Bathrooms | Sleeps 10 | Pet-Friendly
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Artful Abode
4 Bedrooms, 3+ Bathrooms | Sleeps 12 | Pet-Friendly
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Warm, Sunny and Spacious Boulder Gem
4 Bedrooms, 3+ Bathrooms | Sleeps 8 | Pet-Friendly
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Upcycled Designer Home
4 Bedrooms, 3+ Bathrooms | Sleeps 11 | Pet-Friendly
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Bright & Sunny Central Boulder Home
4 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms | Sleeps 8 | Pet-Friendly
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Modern Victorian Home
3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | Sleeps 8 | Pet-Friendly | Events Allowed
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Renovated Ski In, Ski Out Townhome
3 Bedrooms, 3+ Bathrooms | Sleeps 8
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Happy Place Home
3 Bedrooms, 3+ Bathrooms | Sleeps 10
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Paradise Peaks Home
3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms | Sleeps 9 | Pet-Friendly
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First Chair Lair
3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | Sleeps 10 | Pet-Friendly
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Wellington Haus
2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | Sleeps 6 | Pet-Friendly
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Wolf Moon Lodge
3 Bedrooms, 2+ Bathrooms | Sleeps 9 | Pet-Friendly
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Charming Mountain Getaway
5 Bedrooms, 4+ Bathrooms | Sleeps 16 | Pet-Friendly
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Bison Ridge Lodge
5 Bedrooms, 3+ Bathrooms | Sleeps 14 | Pet-Friendly | Events Allowed
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Moose Run Lodge
6 Bedrooms, 4 Bathrooms | Sleeps 16 | Pet-Friendly | Events Allowed
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Casa Fausto
3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms | Sleeps 6
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Trendy Palmar Condo
3 Bedrooms, 3+ Bathrooms | Sleeps 7
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Luxury Oceanfront Apartment
2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | Sleeps 6
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Kippal Zafiro Private Paradise
2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | Sleeps 5 | Pet-Friendly
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Oceanfront Villa Eden
5 Bedrooms, 5+ Bathrooms | Sleeps 10 | Pet-Friendly
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Scenic Mountain Retreat
3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | Sleeps 6 | Pet-Friendly
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Crested Butte Mule Barn
3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | Sleeps 6 | Pet-Friendly
*J + C stayed here during their October elopement
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Hot Tub Hidden Gem
4 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | Sleeps 10
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Wildflower Lodge
3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | Sleeps 8
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Mariposa-Valerian-Paintbrush Bundle
10 Bedrooms, 10+ Bathrooms | Sleeps 25 | Events Allowed
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Majestic Home Surrounded By Mountains
8 Bedrooms, 9+ Bathrooms | Sleeps 23 | Events Allowed
*Cristina + Patrick stayed here during their fall micro-wedding
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Feng Shui Retreat
3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathrooms | Sleeps 9
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Family-Sized Condo
3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Bathrooms | Sleeps 10
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Aspen Mountain Lodge
3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | Sleeps 8
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Modern Rustic Cabin
3 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | Sleeps 8
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The Wonderview Mountain House
2 Bedrooms, 2+ Bathroom | Sleeps 6
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The Hill House
3 Bedrooms, 3+ Bathroom | Sleeps 8
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Shadow Pines Cabin
3 Bedrooms, 3+ Bathroom | Sleeps 8
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Bobcat Cabin
2 Bedrooms | 1 Bathroom | Sleeps 6 | Pet-friendly
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Twin Owls Lodge
2 Bedrooms | 2 Bathrooms | Sleeps 4 | Pet-friendly
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Spacious Duplex Near Lake Estes
3 Bedrooms, 3+ Bathrooms | Sleeps 8 | Pet-friendly
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Epic Views Near Lumpy Ridge
3 Bedrooms, 3+ Bathrooms | Sleeps 8 | Pet-friendly
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Reverie
4 Bedrooms, 3+ Bathrooms | Sleeps 8 | Pet-Friendly
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Mountain Memories
4 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms | Sleeps 8 | Events Allowed
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Lodge-Like Private Home
4 Bedrooms, 4+ Bathrooms | Sleeps 8 | Events Allowed
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Rocky Mountain Retreat
1 Bedroom, 1+ Bathrooms | Sleeps 4
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Galena Getaway
3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | Sleeps 8 | Pet-Friendly
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Mountain View Chalet
4 Bedrooms, 4 Bathrooms | Sleeps 10 | Pet-Friendly
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Condo Along Blue River
2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | Sleeps 6 | Events Allowed
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Copper Mountain Home
4 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms | Sleeps 10 | Events Allowed
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Award-Winning Mountain Home
5 Bedrooms, 4+ Bathrooms | Sleeps 12 | Events Allowed
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Jefferson Home with Mountains & Pastures
3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | Sleeps 8
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Como Cabin with Panoramic Views
1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | Sleeps 5 | Pet-Friendly
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Whisky Jack Lodge
4 Bedrooms, 3+ Bathrooms | Sleeps 10 | Pet-Friendly | Events Allowed
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Creekside Getaway
4 Bedrooms, 3+ Bathrooms | Sleeps 10 | Pet-Friendly | Events Allowed
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Charming Mountain Chalet
5 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms | Sleeps 14 | Pet-Friendly | Events Allowed
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Rustic South Park Cabin
4 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms | Sleeps 10 | Events Allowed
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A-Frame Triangle Cabin
1 Bedroom, 1 Bathroom | Sleeps 4 | Events Allowed
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Wisteria Cottage
1 Bedroom, 1+ Bathrooms | Sleeps 2
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Desert Gardens
2 Bedrooms, 1+ Bathrooms | Sleeps 4
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Stylish Beauty Near Museum of Moab
3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms | Sleeps 6 | Pet-Friendly
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Spacious Rim Village Home
3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | Sleeps 8 | Pet-Friendly
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Renovated Condo Near Downtown
3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | Sleeps 10 | Events Allowed
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Modern, Luxury Retreat
3 Bedrooms, 3.5 Bathrooms | Sleeps 12 | Events Allowed
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Townhome Along the River
2 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | Sleeps 5
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Riverfront Ouray Vacation Home
3 Bedrooms, 3+ Bathrooms | Sleeps 6
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Townhome Near Hot Springs
3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | Sleeps 6
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Remodeled Townhome Getaway
2 Bedrooms, 1+ Bathrooms | Sleeps 6 | Pet-Friendly
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Gorgeous Modern Cabin
2 Bedrooms, 1+ Bathrooms | Sleeps 4 | Pet-Friendly
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The Wilmont Luxury Ranch
8 Bedrooms, 6+ Bathrooms | Sleeps 18 | Events Allowed
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Rustic Cabin with Modern Luxuries
3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | Sleeps 8
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Historic Riverfront Home
2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom | Sleeps 6 | Pet-Friendly
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Wildflower House
4 Bedrooms, 3+ Bathrooms | Sleeps 13 | Pet-Friendly
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2 Apartments in 1 House
4 Bedrooms, 4 Bathrooms | Sleeps 8 | Pet-Friendly
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Kendall Mountain Home
3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | Sleeps 10 | Events Allowed
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Mountain Village Retreat
4 Bedrooms, 4 Bathrooms | Sleeps 8
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Mountain Vista Along Prospect Creek
3 Bedrooms, 2 Bathrooms | Sleeps 8
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Bear Creek Lodge
Studio, 1 Bathroom | Sleeps 2 | Pet-Friendly
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Owl Meadows Townhome
3 Bedrooms, 3+ Bathrooms | Sleeps 7 | Pet-Friendly
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Hillside Hideaway
4 Bedrooms, 4 Bathrooms | Sleeps 10 | Pet-Friendly
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Benchmark Drive Log Home
3 Bedrooms, 3 Bathrooms | Sleeps 8 | Events Allowed
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If you’re still in the research phase, I hear ya! Here are some more resources that my couples have found helpful. I hope you do, too!