BY DANIELLE DIRECTO-MESTON
Only a few lucky Barbie superfans will get to snooze at the pink-powered seaside property, but these cool Barbiecore finds let you recreate the whimsical experience at home.
The real-life Barbie DreamHouse is reopening its doors in Malibu in July — but this time, the three-story Airbnb promises big Kenergy. The seaside property with panoramic views first went up for rent in 2019, and Ken has redecorated the bright pink pad ahead of Greta Gerwig’s highly-anticipated Barbie film.
Dreams will come true for up to four people on Monday, July 17 starting at 10 a.m. PT, when reservations open up for the Malibu DreamHouse on Airbnb.com. Up for grabs are two free one-night stays for up to two people each night on July 21 and 22.
In the newly renovated “Kendom,” lucky guests can snooze in tufted seashell bed, which is now covered in Ken’s Western bedding. The closet is filled with looks ready for Venice beach or the rodeo, such as fringed cowboy shirts, animal print button downs and more of Ken’s favorite things mixed in with a few of Barbie’s wardrobe essentials. (Note that the pieces are for dress-up only.)
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Guests can have a splash into the oceanview pool, but they won’t be able to ride down the two-story slide — because just like in Barbie Land, some things are just plastic. Other slightly off-reality touches in the Kendom include a poolside fire pit, the Ken-ecue (he’s done away with the Barbie-cue), a disco roller rink with a DJ deck and a rooftop gym featuring jars of Ken’s Beefy Body Brine (the workout weights, however, as as heavy as in the Real World.)
Unlike most Airbnb rentals, guests will get to take home a pair of Impala neon skates — which are now sold out online — and surfboards, similar to the ones seen in the movie. Those who score the reservation will be responsible for getting themselves to Malibu. (It might be a good time to call up Pilot Barbie.)
“As you probably know, I’m a beach guy — and Malibu is the ultimate oceanfront paradise, with its never-ending sunshine (don’t forget your cowboy hat and sunscreen!), beaches as far as the eye can see, and surf shops everywhere,” writes Ken in the listing. “Nearby, you’ll find every beach activity you could ever dream of: sunbathing, shopping, surfing, and the best boardwalks for rollerblading (thank me later). This place is selfie central too, so be sure to snap some photos along the way.”