Real-life ‘Up’ house built in America that literally floats

In a move sure to capture the interest of Disney Pixar fanatics, Airbnb has announced a partnership that will see the iconic house from the 2009 film suspended in the air, balloons and all.

The ‘Up’ house, along with other homes from iconic films and TV shows, are being listed on Airbnb. Picture: Airbnb

In a move sure to capture the interest of Pixar film fanatics, Airbnb has announced a partnership that will see the iconic house from the 2009 film ‘Up’ lifted into the air, balloons and all.

Following the success of ventures like the Barbie Malibu DreamHouse, the short stay giant is introducing a permanent category called “Icons,” featuring partnerships with brands and celebrities that promise unforgettable experiences.

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Suspended over the New Mexico desert, this whimsical home is set to make childhood dreams a reality for lucky guests — primarily thanks to it hovering over the desert terrain, via the aid of a colossal crane, according to The Post.

The balloons are mounted on the home, and suspended via a crane. Picture: Airbnb

There are some old memories to see along the stairs, but don’t mess around with the chair – he’ll know. Picture: Airbnb

The living area. Picture: Airbnb

Curiosity naturally arises regarding the logistics of such an unconventional stay.

When queried about plumbing and electricity, Airbnb assured sceptics that the house is “fully functional,” connected to generators and utilities that will be seamlessly managed before and after its flight.

Other Airbnb listings include a two-dimensional replica of the mansion from the “X-Men ’97” cartoon, a stay at the Ferrari Museum in Italy and the Minneapolis house immortalised in Prince’s “Purple Rain.”

While previous fantastical listings were exclusive and rare, Airbnb is aiming for broader appeal this time around, with an expected 4,000 bookings for these Icons listings in 2024 alone.

Eat breakfast in the same place the characters from Up did, while looking out on the New Mexico desert from the air. Picture: Airbnb

The old-style TV, with crockery lining the wall. Picture: Airbnb

The bedroom. Picture: Airbnb

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All of the listings are priced under $100 per guest and will be based on a lottery system.

For Airbnb, these extravagant stays are a strategic move to stay relevant in an increasingly competitive market, drawing attention away from controversies like hidden costs and community disruption.

Easter eggs from the movie are scattered throughout the home. Picture: Airbnb

Up and away! Picture: Airbnb

“Icons take you inside worlds that only existed in your imagination — until now,” Chesky said in a statement.

“As life becomes increasingly digital, we’re focused on bringing more magic into the real world … we’ve created the most extraordinary experiences on Earth.

“Most people only ever open our app once or twice a year, and we’ve got to battle to make sure they think of us every single year. So this keeps us top of mind and culturally relevant,” Chesky later added in a separate interview with the New York Times.

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Parts of this story first appeared in The Post and were republished with permission.

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