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Ten vacation rentals with quirky and environmentally conscious designs


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These picks, from a seashell-inspired beach home to a suspended tree house, are nestled in the crooks of nature, but offer many of the amenities found at a five-star hotel -- and the price tag too!

When planning a trip, sometimes a cookie-cutter hotel just won't do it. Vacation rentals can help give you a more private and out of the ordinary experience, especially when you choose an architecturally innovative property.

They aren't just quirky, but take into account design, surroundings and the culture of the area to create a space that's creative and original.