# Refurbished Avian Accommodations This Converted Helicopter is Apart of a New England Resort By Rebecca Byers | Published 2015-03-26 | World Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/converted-helicopter References: [mentalfloss](http://mentalfloss.com/article/62480/how-one-resort-turned-helicopter-cottage) & [booking](http://www.booking.com/hotel/us/morris-155-alain-white-road.html) Located in Morris, Connecticut, the Winvian Resort is 113-acres of sprawling greenery boasting a handful of interesting accommodation options, including a building that houses a converted helicopter. The intriguing incorporation of a 1968 Sikorsky Sea King Pelican HH-3F Coast Guard helicopter sees the vehicle's fuselage transformed into a sitting area, complete with a mini bar and luxurious television. The converted helicopter still boasts the original seating, switches and gauges. The helicopter seating room is inside a barn-like building, one of the resort's [18 themed cottages](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unique-stays-club), and features a [king-size bed](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/indoor-camping-experience), a bathroom and a wood-burning stove. This unconventional accommodation effort is listed on Booking.com, ready for any aviation enthusiasts to experience the stay of a lifetime. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.6/10 - Popularity: 54% | Activity: 16% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [World](https://www.trendhunter.com/world) > [Travel](https://www.trendhunter.com/travel) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Converted Accommodations:** The trend could see unique and unconventional accommodations converted from common vehicles such as planes, boats or cars. - **Themed Cottages:** The trend could see a rise in the demand for themed and unique rental accommodations that offer an elevated and exclusive experience. - **Luxury Glamping:** The trend could see an increase in luxury glamping activities, offering an opportunity for upmarket travelers to experience close contact with nature while enjoying top-level amenities. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Accommodations:** The hospitality industry could invest in converting unique vehicles or buildings into high-end rental accommodations to provide guests with an unforgettable experience. - **Tourism:** The tourism industry could create new tourism packages and activities around themed and unique accommodations to attract and serve different types of travelers. - **Luxury Travel:** Luxury travel companies could incorporate luxury glamping and unique accommodation experiences into their travel packages, catering to affluent travelers seeking exclusivity and adventure. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Aircraft-Inspired Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/stay-under-the-radar-retreat.md) - [Affordably Decorated Getaways](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/house-of-homegoods.md) - [Riviera-Inspired Dining Experiences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/hot-air-balloon-dining.md) - [Tranquil Secluded Retreat Designs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/the-brecon.md) - [Horror-Themed Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/unique-stays-club.md) - [Cliffside-Attached Rental Cabins](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/cliff-dweller-cabin.md) - [Whimsical Theater-Driven Stays](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/elphabas-retreat-airbnb.md) - [QSR Hotel Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/kfc-staycation.md) - [Tranquil Suspended Hanging Retreats](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ardh-architect.md)