If your plans to become the CEO of a titanic multinational fell through, this is your chance to try out the life of a billionaire on a shoestring budget while you regroup.
Just book this Airbnb: the fuselage of a Boeing 727 airplane outfitted like a private jet, complete with a king-size bed, couches, a kitchen, and a hot tub.
And if you fancy something different than pretending you’re a billionaire, you can always play pilot. The plane’s cockpit is equipped with working lights and “hundreds of switches,” a feature that made one guest feel “like a kid again.”
The fuselage has no wings, but is mounted on shipping containers at the secure creative industries centre ‘Skyline Park’ in the Brislington area of Bristol, England.
Guests enter the park with a code and then climb stairs to an outdoor terrace with a hot tub and shower.
Aviation enthusiasts can spend the night in the fuselage of a Boeing 727 ‘private jet’ (above) that retains its luxurious original fixtures and fittings. This quirky Airbnb is located in the Brislington area of Bristol.
The plane on the ground no longer has wings, but features a cockpit, pictured, with working lights and “hundreds of switches” so tourists can pretend they are the captain of their own plane.
From there, they can climb the functional ‘sky stairs’ to reach their abode where they will spend the night.
As the images show, the converted aircraft is a delight to behold, with walnut panelling, gold detailing and glass adorning the interiors.
The aircraft was built in 1968 but converted into a private jet in 1981.
The hosts reveal: “The interiors are all original from 1981 and restored. In some places there are signs of wear and tear typical of a 40+ year old décor, including some stains on the cream wool carpet.”
The ‘exquisite space’ offers a comfortable overnight stay for up to four guests in two bedrooms.
As the images show, the converted aircraft is a delight to behold, with walnut panelling, gold detailing and glass adorning the interiors.
The restored 1981 interior features three bathrooms, two living areas (one seen here), a terrace, a hot tub, and a functional kitchen.
The “exquisite space,” according to its Airbnb listing, offers a comfortable night’s accommodation for up to four guests in two bedrooms.
In addition to a king-size bed, there are two single bunk beds and fresh linens.
The plane has two lounge areas with televisions: one with comfortable first-class style seats, a wet bar and a large table for dining, and another with a sofa for relaxing.
The spacious fuselage also features three lavatories, an indoor shower and a full-size refrigerator-freezer in the galley.
There are also heaters throughout the plane that can be individually adjusted and a “complex” lighting system controlled by multiple switches that “guests are encouraged to play with.”
The aircraft was built in 1968 and converted into a private jet in 1981.
The hosts reveal: “The interiors are all original from 1981 and restored. In some places there are signs of wear and tear that you would expect from a 40+ year old fit-out, including some stains on the cream wool carpet.” There are heaters throughout the aircraft that can be individually adjusted and a “complex” lighting system controlled by multiple switches, and “guests are encouraged to play around with this.”
The fuselage is “mounted on ISO shipping containers” in the secure creative industries center “Skyline Park”
This should give everyone staying an idea of the fun that can be had exploring the front of the plane and its most striking feature: the cockpit.
Guests can sit in the pilot and co-pilot seats, play with the yoke, flip switches, press buttons, push the gearbox and yell “mayday” as they pretend to fly the plane.
The ‘Boeing 727 Airliner Private Jet’ has received excellent reviews from tourists with a five out of five rating on Airbnb.
Tourist ‘Jade’ wrote: ‘The plane was amazing. I felt like a kid again playing in the cockpit and pretending to fly.
“The furniture and decor were also amazing. I felt like I was a rich person on a private jet. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone.”
While ‘Lindsay’ added: “What a unique find! We will never forget our stay.”
‘I can honestly say that it was an unforgettable experience and the plane exceeded all our expectations. I came across this plane by chance and couldn’t resist booking it as a surprise for my husband… I can say that he was amazed!
‘Yes, it’s a bit pricey, but how often do you get the chance to stay on a Boeing 727?
‘The plane was full of charm, character and there were plenty of cupboards and light switches to explore… the original furniture and expensive fittings made it even more luxurious.’
The minimum stay on Airbnb is two nights and costs £300 per night, plus a cleaning fee (£50) and an Airbnb service fee (£110). Visit: Airbnb.co.uk.