The memorable image of a house lifted by thousands of balloons in the Pixar movie Up has become an iconic symbol beloved by many. The character Carl Fredricksen owns this humble abode, and it has inspired movie enthusiasts to dream of traveling to their bucket-list destinations in a similar fashion. To commemorate the 15th anniversary of the film, Airbnb has brought a portion of that dream to life by faithfully recreating the famous Up house, complete with the ability to float!
In honor of Up‘s 15th anniversary, Airbnb has faithfully recreated the house from the movie—and it even floats!
Rather than make their way to a remote region of South America, those who wish to stay in the Up house will have to travel to the red rocks of Abiquiu, New Mexico.
Instead of traveling to a remote area in South America, fans of the Up house can now visit a replica of the iconic home in the red rocks of Abiquiu, New Mexico. Airbnb has decorated the home with 8,000 balloons, but what truly makes the experience come to life is the crane that lifts the house several feet above the ground.
While Airbnb has fitted it with 8,000 balloons, what truly makes the illusion come to life is a crane that raises the dwelling several feet above the ground.
As if the sight of the floating house wasn’t breathtaking on its own, Airbnb has truly captured the spirit of the Fredricksen’s home as depicted in the movie.
Airbnb has done an excellent job of capturing the spirit of the Fredricksen’s home as seen in Up, making the sight of the floating house even more breathtaking. Visitors will have the opportunity to see Carl and Ellie’s lounge chairs, photographs of the couple around the living room, Russell’s backpack by the staircase, the charming mailbox with hand prints by the porch, and even Dug’s food bowl.
“Bring your pals to kickstart your very own Adventure Book and watch as my house drifts off before you depart.”
Once you’ve finished exploring the home, there are plenty of activities to keep you entertained. During the day, you can help Mr. Fredricksen by checking his mail, prepare a picnic basket, and start filling out your own Adventure Book. At night, you can gather on the lawn to stargaze with your group.
Visitors will see Carl and Ellie’s lounge chairs, photographs of the couple around the living room, and little Russell’s backpack by the staircase.
The Up house is part of Airbnb’s Icons collection, made up of one-of-kind international experiences.
