Checking in: Unique Airbnb picks of the week

This luxuriously refurbished tower from the 18th century on the Croatian island of Hvar can be all yours for $253. (Airbnb)

The tower, which was built by the Franciscans as a windmill in 1761, has been converted into a two-bedroom home. (Airbnb)

The home features a modern living room with stone walls and wood floors. (Airbnb)

The rounded walls of the tower make for a unique, open-concept kitchen space. (Airbnb)

Here’s the dining area, which is fit for any 18th century royalty. (Airbnb)

The main bedroom is a loft. (Airbnb)

There’s a second bedroom for guests. (Airbnb)

The bathroom also features the beautiful wood and stone decor. (Airbnb)

Here’s the shower. (Airbnb)

There’s also a small patio area to enjoy the beautiful surroundings. (Airbnb)

And there’s certainly quite the view from the top of the tower. (Airbnb)

You can stay in this medieval tower in the Italian tower of Tuscania, in the province of Lazio, for $208 a night. (Airbnb)

There are two accommodations on the sprawling grounds, the abbey and the tower, which was built in 1146 as a Cistercian monastery. (Airbnb)

The building has been carefully restored over the last 20 years and it shows. (Airbnb)

The tower now blends together modern comforts with medieval charm. (Airbnb)

Here is the second bedroom. (Airbnb)

And the washroom. (Airbnb)

The four-floor accommodation offers breathtaking views of the magnificent valley that surrounds the grounds. (Airbnb)

The top-floor terrace has an amazing vista. (Airbnb)

With a price tag at $380 a night, this 13th century tower in Asti, Italy is the priciest pick of the week.(Airbnb)

But it’s hard to ignore the home’s unique mix of old and new. (Airbnb)

Here’s the living room with exposed brick and beautiful wood-beamed ceiling. (Airbnb)

The kitchen/dining room is features a unique room divider. (Airbnb)

Here’s the inside of the ultra-modern kitchen. (Airbnb)

There’s another cozier dining area. (Airbnb)

There’s a great study in the loft. (Airbnb)

And a piano. (Airbnb)

Here’s the luxurious bedroom with arched windows and a spiral staircase. (Airbnb)

It also boasts a fireplace. (Airbnb)

Here’s the bathroom. (Airbnb)

And if that wasn’t enough, there’s a beautiful terrace to dine al fresco. (Airbnb)