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Go Inside Airbnbs X-Men 97 Mansion: Wolverines Bedroom, Beasts Lab, Danger R

The X-perience of a lifetime is here.

Airbnb has redesigned a private mansion in Westchester, N.Y. — the home of the X-Men in Marvel comics — into a replica of the mutant manor from “X-Men ’97.”

The mansion, decorated in the 2-D animation style of the Disney+ series, is complete with replicas of Wolverine’s and Jubilee’s bedrooms, Beast’s science lab, the telepathic Cerebro device, the Danger Room and other features. There’s even the severed head of an evil, robotic Sentinel laying in the front yard to greet you as you arrive.

The “X-Men ’97” mansion is part of Airbnb’s new Icons line, a series of unique experiences located around the world inspired by movies, TV, music and art. The company unveiled its first 11 Icons, which include the “Up” balloon house, Riley’s Headquarters from “Inside Out 2,” Prince’s “Purple Rain” home and more. Most of the Icon locations are free, and the others cost less than $100 per guest. They can be booked through the app, which displays a countdown timer for when each Icon is available. More than 4,000 lucky guests will be able to visit them in 2024.

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Variety toured the “X-Men ’97” mansion ahead of the announcement and got the full superhero experience. The mutant home is tucked away in scenic Westchester, surrounded by woods and a sparkling lake that makes it feel like a real Marvel getaway. Upon arriving, the iconic “X-Men ’97” theme song blasts from the mansion as you walk up. The life-sized Sentinel head sits on a pile of rubble, a leftover that hasn’t been cleaned up after a previous X-Men battle.

Every nook and cranny of the mansion is vibrantly colored, with bold comic book sketch lines applied to surfaces to make it feel like you’re actually in an episode of “X-Men ’97.” Portraits of Charles Xavier, Magneto, Wolverine, Cyclops, Jean Grey, Gambit, Bishop, Beast and more adorn the entryway. As you go inside, you’re greeted by three X-Men “trainees” who guide you through the experience.

First, you’ll ascend a winding staircase and tour the themed bedrooms. Wolverine’s room is covered in claw marks on the walls, no doubt caused by some razor-sharp, adamantium rage. His closet holds his civilian clothes, including a red flannel shirt and boots, and a fake gym bench sits in the corner for a quick workout. A pair of samurai swords, a token of a past X-Men mission, are mounted above the bed, and on his bedside table is a framed photo of Cyclops and Jean — inspired by the viral meme from “X-Men: The Animated Series.”

The bright, purple colors of Jubilee’s bedroom stand out against Wolverine’s rustic room. Music posters, star decals and a working TV with a VHS player decorate the young mutant’s quarters. There’s even an arcade machine with the classic “X-Men” game in the corner you can play. Jubilee’s yellow jacket, pink shirt and gloves hang in the closet. Next door, two guests can sleep in twin beds covered with blue X-Men bedspread.

After the room tour, Jubilee has a special welcome message for the visitors in a gadget room downstairs, filled with the rest of the X-Men’s costumes and weapons. You can get up close to Wolverine’s yellow spandex and mask, try on Cyclops’ visor and check out the “X-Men ’97” outfits for Gambit, Storm, Rogue and Sunspot.

Beast’s bedroom doubles as his science lab, and visitors are taught by an instructor how to make two fruity drinks. Beakers of juice, simple syrup and crushed ice await you for a quick refresher. After that, it’s trivia time in the Cerebro room. You can test your X-Men trivia and take a personality quiz to determine your mutant power — plus there’s a wearable Cerebro that’s perfect for a photo op.

The Danger Room is the final stop on the tour. A super-strong trainer will help you awaken your mutant abilities with some exercise warm-ups. You’ll play a few games in the huge training room, which has oversized dumbbells, laser cannons and whirring saws on the walls. After that, you’ll be led into Charles Xavier’s office and say goodbye to your guides as they’re whisked away to battle more Sentinels. Dinner (and breakfast the next morning) will be prepared for you; you’ll have the rest of the night to hang out in the mansion before your mutant vacation comes to an end.

See the rest of Airbnb’s Icon line here.

  • Drift off in the Up house – Sleep inside one of Disney and Pixar’s most iconic homes—and yes, it floats. You’ll explore Carl’s world in this detailed re-creation of his home, complete with more than 8,000 balloons, and located in the scenic red rocks of Abiquiu, New Mexico.
  • Spend the night in the Ferrari Museum – Immerse yourself in the world of racing with a stay at the Ferrari Museum in Maranello, Italy. You’ll sleep on a bed crafted from the same leather as Ferrari seats, take a lap with Scuderia Ferrari ambassador driver Marc Gené, and head to Emilia-Romagna’s premier race as a VIP. 
  • Go VIP with Kevin Hart – Kevin Hart is taking you inside his members-only Coramino Live Lounge for an A-list evening. You’ll join Kevin and his friends in this secret speakeasy, where they’ll treat you to a tequila tasting and live stand-up by the best comedians in the game.
  • Wake up in the Musée d’Orsay – Stay in the Paris art museum’s iconic clock room, which has been transformed into a luxurious bedroom by Mathieu Lehanneur, designer of the Paris 2024 Games torch and cauldron. From the terrace, you’ll witness the historic Opening Ceremony of the Olympic Games along the River Seine.
  • Join a living room session with Doja Cat – Fresh off a tour performing on the world’s biggest stages, Doja is hosting you for a much more intimate experience. You’ll enjoy an unforgettable living room performance from the Grammy-winning artist, including her favorite songs and tracks from her latest album.
  • Stay in Prince’s Purple Rain house – Prince purchased the Minneapolis, Minnesota home featured in the legendary film Purple Rain, but it’s never been available to the public until now. Explore the home and go crazy for rare and special tracks from Prince’s world in an exclusive studio session.
  • Game with Khaby Lame – TikTok sensation Khaby Lame invites you to his hometown of Milan, Italy for an epic, overnight gaming experience. You’ll stay in a one-of-a-kind gaming loft that Khaby designed himself, where you’ll #learnfromkhaby and face off with him in a Fortnite Battle Royale. 
  • Go on tour with Feid – Join the reggaeton superstar on his FERXXOCALIPSIS World Tour for an entire week. You’ll join the crew for rehearsals, ride along on the tour bus, and get backstage access for every show.
  • Live like Bollywood star Janhvi Kapoor – Janhvi Kapoor is inviting you into the legendary, never-before-seen Kapoor family home in Chennai, India. From learning her Bollywood beauty secrets to tasting her favorite southern Indian dishes, Janhvi will host you personally on this ultimate overnight stay.
  • Make core memories with Inside Out 2 – In anticipation of the June 14 release of Disney and Pixar’s new movie Inside Out 2, you’re invited to an overnight stay at Headquarters, the control center of Riley’s emotions. Your host, Joy, will welcome you into her vibrant world to witness the emotions in action and help keep things in balance. 

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