Travel Eco-Friendly on Earth Day at These Airbnbs

The rent-a-room website has locales from Los Angeles to Michigan.

ByABC News
April 22, 2016, 10:52 AM
This Los Angeles treehouse, built in the 1940s, offers 360-degree views of the city.
This Los Angeles treehouse, built in the 1940s, offers 360-degree views of the city.
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— -- Happy Earth Day! Celebrate the day by reducing your carbon footprint.

If you're traveling, these Airbnb listings are eco-friendly; choose from solar-powered homes to locales with charging stations to plug in your electric car.

Check out where to stay to fete the day:

Micro Farm in San Diego

PHOTO: Stay at this San Diego microfarm that grows non-GMO produce that you can pick!
Stay at this San Diego microfarm that grows non-GMO produce that you can pick!

This modern micro farm in a secluded part of San Diego is for travelers who love to eat vegan. In fact, the three-bedroom home includes a garden that grows organic produce. But don't pick the veggies yourself -- a basket will be left at the back door for you and your guests to enjoy.

Rustic Cabin in San Diego

PHOTO: The Art Studio Retreat in San Diego is perfect for travelers who love a rustic feel.
The Art Studio Retreat in San Diego is perfect for travelers who love a rustic feel.

If you love glamping -- you know, an upscale camping experience -- stay at this rustic yet charming cabin in San Diego. The water from your outdoor shower drains directly onto plants around the home. The completely solar-powered home also has a water-free toilet called the "Lovable Loo." In the evenings, you can sit around the Mexican Chiminea fireplace while gazing at the stars.

Charge Your Car in Ann Arbor, Michigan

PHOTO: Charge your electric car at this home in Ann Arbor, Michigan.
Charge your electric car at this home in Ann Arbor, Michigan.

This home in Ann Arbor, Michigan, is known for being net-zero energy thanks to solar panels and geothermal heating and air-conditioning. In fact, the homeowner hasn't paid an energy bill since 2011, according to the Airbnb listing. Just minutes away from historic Main Street, be sure to charge your electric car with the home's 240v electric vehicle charging station.

Tree House in Los Angeles

PHOTO: This Los Angeles treehouse, built in the 1940s, offers 360-degree views of the city.
This Los Angeles treehouse, built in the 1940s, offers 360-degree views of the city.

In between Hollywood Hills and Beverly Hills is a treehouse that offers 360-degree views of Los Angeles. Built in 1947, this two bedroom house was once the home of music composer Franklin Lacey. Although it may be a "treehouse," the locale still offers modern conveniences such as Apple TV and Netflix along with a fully functional kitchen.