The vacation rental sector features a wide range of companies from all over the world. They focus on different areas, including software for hosts and booking platforms for travelers.

Established players like Germany's Holidu and US based Evolve have attracted significant funding, with over $252M and $224M raised respectively. Newer companies are also entering the market, such as Canada's Lake which focuses on properties near water.

Below is our list of 13 Vacation Rental startups worth keeping an eye on.

Failory's Top 10 Picks

Lake built an online vacation rental platform that focuses exclusively on properties near the water. Their marketplace connects travelers with a curated selection of lakeside cottages, oceanfront homes, and riverside cabins.

HeadquartersToronto, Ontario, Canada
Year Founded2023
FoundersDavid Ciccarelli, Stephanie Ciccarelli
Funding Amount$2.6M
Startup SizeLean Team (11-50)
Last Funding StatusPre-Seed
Top InvestorsBusiness Development Bank of Canada

Evolve operates a vacation rental platform designed to help property owners maximize their income with less effort. They provide a full management service, from marketing to guest support, giving travelers access to a network of professionally vetted homes.

HeadquartersDenver, Colorado, United States
Year Founded2011
FoundersAdam Sherry, Brian Egan
Funding Amount$224.2M
Startup SizeLarge Team (251-1,000)
Last Funding StatusSeries F
Top InvestorsT. Rowe Price, Durable Capital Partners, Allen & Company, ArrowMark Partners, PAR Capital Management

Whimstay offers a marketplace for travelers to find and book last-minute vacation rentals at a discount. Their platform helps property managers fill unsold inventory, which translates into significant savings for travelers on spontaneous getaways.

HeadquartersSan Francisco, California, United States
Year Founded2018
FoundersBen Jamshahi
Funding Amount$10M
Startup SizeFounding Team (1-10)
Last Funding StatusSeed
Top InvestorsTalent Resources Ventures

A.M.A Selections offers a curated portfolio of luxury vacation rentals in destinations around the world. The company enhances each stay with dedicated concierge services to manage travel arrangements and create personalized experiences.

HeadquartersCannes, Provence-Alpes-Cote d'Azur, France
Year Founded2022
FoundersAndrea Saliu, Mariek Anselme
Funding Amount$2.9M
Startup SizeLean Team (11-50)
Last Funding StatusUndisclosed
Top InvestorsNevzat Aydın, Tandem Venture Capital

Lodgify builds an all-in-one software solution for vacation rental owners to manage and market their properties. The platform equips hosts with tools to create their own booking website and simplify operations across different listing sites.

HeadquartersBarcelona, Catalonia, Spain
Year Founded2012
FoundersDennis Klett, Marco De Gregorio
Funding Amount$36.6M
Startup SizeLarge Team (251-1,000)
Last Funding StatusSeries B
Top InvestorsOctopus Ventures, Seedcamp, Bonsai Partners, Aldea Ventures, ICF Capital

Elivaas provides a platform for booking luxury villas and homes in desirable vacation spots. They specialize in offering professionally managed properties to ensure a high-end, seamless travel experience.

HeadquartersGurgaon, Haryana, India
Year Founded2022
FoundersKaran Miglani, Ritwik Khare
Funding Amount$17.4M
Startup SizeMid-Size Team (51-250)
Last Funding StatusSeries B
Top InvestorsPeak XV Partners, Vertex Ventures Southeast Asia & India, 3one4 Capital, Kettleborough VC, Surge

Holidu builds a search and booking engine for the vacation rental market. The platform helps travelers find the best price by comparing millions of accommodations from hundreds of travel sites in one search.

HeadquartersMunich, Bayern, Germany
Year Founded2014
FoundersJohannes Siebers, Michael Siebers, Rasmus Porsgaard
Funding Amount$252.3M
Startup SizeLarge Team (251-1,000)
Last Funding StatusVenture Round
Top InvestorsNorthzone, EQT Ventures, Claret Capital Partners, HV Capital, 83North

Landfolk provides a curated marketplace of handpicked holiday homes for travelers who value quality and thoughtful design. Their platform focuses on showcasing unique, personal vacation rentals to build a community around exceptional stays.

HeadquartersAarhus, Midtjylland, Denmark
Year Founded2021
FoundersAnders Boelskifte Mogensen, Camilla Swartz, Cathrine K. Reimann, Chris Kjær Sørensen, Christian Schwarz Lausten, Jonas Grau Sigtenbjerggaard, Lars Kloster Silkjaer
Funding Amount€15.1M
Startup SizeLean Team (11-50)
Last Funding StatusSeries A
Top InvestorsSeed Capital, Export and Investment Fund, Heartland, Heartland Angels

Emerald Stay operates a collection of premium vacation homes in destinations like the Alps, offering guests hotel-quality services. Their proprietary technology platform provides a comprehensive management solution for property owners, handling everything from booking to maintenance.

HeadquartersGeneva, Geneve, Switzerland
Year Founded2018
FoundersLaurent Lacourt, Maxime Friess
Funding Amount€22.9M
Startup SizeLean Team (11-50)
Last Funding StatusVenture Round
Top InvestorsLimestone Capital AG, Chris Sukornyk

Sakan built a real estate marketplace to simplify property rentals in Kuwait. Their platform connects people with residential and vacation properties while also offering property management tools.

HeadquartersKuwait, Al Kuwayt, Kuwait
Year Founded2019
FoundersAhmed Al Saleh
Funding Amount$12M
Startup SizeMid-Size Team (51-250)
Last Funding StatusSeries A
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3 Additional Vacation Rental Startups Worth Following

Our top ten picks are just a part of the story. Companies are tackling everything from software and data analytics to new marketplaces for travelers.

Some have been building for years, while others are just getting started. Here are a few more companies that are making a mark on the industry.

StartupMain IndustryYear FoundedAmount RaisedLast Funding Round
Your.Rentals logo Your.RentalsSaaS2016$4.2MUndisclosed
Transparent logo TransparentAnalytics2016$2.3MVenture Round
Holidayo logo HolidayoMarketplace2023€85kAngel