vacation home

noun

: a house that someone lives in during vacations
His parents have a beautiful vacation home by the lake.

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Virgin Limited Why Billionaires Bought Islands For decades, private islands have been a status symbol among billionaires, especially entrepreneurs who want more than just another vacation home. Jim Dobson, Forbes.com, 21 Aug. 2026 Prince Harry and Markle, who will reportedly be living in a private residence outside London, are expected to keep their home in Montecito as well as their vacation home in Portugal. Mariel Turner, HollywoodReporter, 21 Aug. 2026 Sharing a vacation home, rental car, or grocery bill can make group travel much more affordable. Lauren Dana Ellman, Travel + Leisure, 14 Aug. 2026 Its size reflects the Luna Nook's use as a vacation home, rather than full-time residence, and is equipped with a sink, an induction cooktop, a microwave, a small fridge, and a good selection of cabinetry and shelving for its size. New Atlas, 6 Aug. 2026 See All Example Sentences for vacation home

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“Vacation home.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/vacation%20home. Accessed 25 Aug. 2026.

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