Shrek’s Swamp Finally Welcomes Visitors As An Airbnb Rental
By Nicole Rodrigues, 27 Sep 2023
Shrek may have tried time and time again to get villagers and every fairytale creature from Far Far Away to get out of his swamp, but now, after leaving his home in Donkey’s care, the doors to his swamp are opening to fans of the movie to stay a night or two in his humble abode.
As part of Airbnb’s ongoing series dedicated to recreating iconic film-inspired homes, the platform has gone all out to recreate Shrek’s iconic swamp, joining the ranks of other memorable cinematic locales such as Bluey’s home, Barbie’s Dreamhouse, the theater in which Phantom of the Opera was based on, and The Fresh Prince of Bel Air’s mansion.
Nestled in the enchanting landscapes of the Scottish Highlands, this charming recreation of Shrek’s swamp provides guests with a cozy cottage-like retreat set amid the picturesque yet mud-covered swampland.
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The attention to detail within the swamp home is a testament to Airbnb’s dedication to recreating the magic of the movies. Expect to find the ogre’s signature green chair, his bed, an “earwax candle”, and even his outhouse.
This unique Airbnb experience comes at the incredibly reasonable price of just £0 a night. Yes, you heard that right. And no, that doesn’t mean an angry ogre’ll chase you out for not paying to stay.
Airbnb has also noted that despite its price, it’s not a contest, and all you have to do to score a cozy night in Shrek’s swamp is to book a spot as you normally would. Having said that, Airbnb will make a one-time donation to the HopScotch Children’s Charity, extending support to vulnerable children in Scotland.
If this enchanting getaway piques your interest, mark your calendars for October 13tat 6 p.m. BST (1 p.m. ET), when bookings for the Shrek swamp Airbnb officially open. A two-night stay for up to three guests will be available, allowing you to soak in the atmosphere of Shrek’s world just in time for Halloween, from October 27th to 29th.
As Shrek fans eagerly anticipate this unique opportunity, one can’t help but wonder what Shrek himself might think about the influx of visitors to his beloved swamp.