Check Into the Upside Down at This Real-Life ‘Stranger Things’ House

When "Stranger Things" aired its final episode on December 31, 2025, fans were nowhere near ready to leave Hawkins behind. The impeccable ‘80s nostalgia, the authentic coming-of-age character development, the Dungeons & Dragons campaigns that somehow legitimately saved the world—it all felt too good to let go.

As it turns out, you don’t necessarily have to.

In Fayetteville, Georgia—about 20 minutes from the Atlanta airport—the real-life Byers’ house from the show has been transformed into a spectacularly immersive Airbnb. Technically only the exterior was used for "Stranger Things," but the owners carried the theme through every aspect of the house. The moment you step through the front door, you’re squarely in the Upside Down.

Before we go any further, a disclaimer (two, actually): you’ll need to plan ahead, as the property is currently booking out roughly six months in advance. Also, it’s not cheap, coming in at a smooth $2,370 per night (a little over $3,000 with taxes and booking fees). Get a group of Hawkins-loving friends together, though, and it’s more reasonable.

Step Inside Hawkins (Sort of)

The immersion starts immediately. One of the first sights guests see is a wall strung with the iconic Christmas lights and alphabet, homage to Joyce’s desperate attempts to communicate with Will in the Upside Down. The Mind Flayer appears to be creeping in through multiple doors and walls. (Real) Eggos sit in the freezer. A 1980s magazine sits open on the kitchen table. The vibe is pure ‘80s suburbia with a supernatural twist. Best of all, it doesn’t feel like a kitschy replica—it genuinely feels like a living set, frozen in time somewhere between seasons.

Remember, the home’s interior wasn’t used for filming at all, but it’s been painstakingly, impressively replicated with spot-on retro decor and props. Expect shelves of vinyl records (including Kate Bush, of course), stacks of VHS tapes, board games, and a working retro TV paired with a VCR. But techies, fear not: there’s also a huge 75-inch TV with all the streaming apps and wi-fi, so you can rewatch your favorite episodes and play more modern versions of games.

Moving through the three bedrooms, the house remains committed to character-driven details. Jonathan’s room has a king bed and a stack of some of his favorite records, a subtle nod to his brooding, music-loving personality. Will’s room has a queen bed and artistic touches, including a hand drawing of his Dungeons & Dragons alter ego, Will the Wise.

Then there’s the Upside Down room, with two sets of bunk beds. Tendrils from the Mind Flayer creep across the walls and into the corners, octopus-like and unsettling. In this room, guests can roll the dice and play D&D themselves—which is perfect, because how on Earth could anyone sleep in here? 

Make it a Full Hawkins Pilgrimage

The house is just the beginning.

Much of "Stranger Things" was filmed throughout this part of Georgia, making Fayetteville—err, Hawkins—an ideal base for a full set-jetting adventure. About an hour away in Jackson, you’ll find what fans instantly recognize as downtown Hawkins. In real life, it’s home to Bradley’s Olde Tavern, which appeared on screen as the Hawk Theater, and some of the best BBQ in the state at Blind Pig.

Visitors can take guided walking tours of filming locations, pointing out schools, storefronts, and quiet streets that doubled as the fictional Indiana town. For fans, it’s a rare chance to step beyond the screen and into the real geography of the story. A story that technically ended. 

How to Book (and Actually Get in)

The Stranger Things House accommodates families and friend groups comfortably, especially with those bunk beds in the Upside Down room. But spontaneity, unfortunately, won’t cut it. The property is consistently booked solid about six months out, largely thanks to the renewed surge in interest after the show’s finale. Your best bet is to plan far ahead, but it’s worth checking the Airbnb listing regularly for one-off cancellations. At the time of this writing in February 2026, I found a single open Tuesday in April when searching. 

If you grew up with the series, watched it with your kids, or built your own D&D campaign because of it, this themed stay hits differently. It’s nostalgia, fandom, and immersive storytelling rolled into one suburban Atlanta address.

When a show like "Stranger Things" ends, what fans really lose isn’t just plotlines. It’s atmosphere. Ritual. That feeling of escaping reality and stepping into another dimension for an hour at a time. Here, you can check in and keep the lights flickering just a little longer.