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Garden tents offered on Airbnb as 'tropical' accommodation during Commonwealth Games

An Airbnb host has listed an "exotic" and cheap alternative for anyone seeking accommodation during this year's Commonwealth Games in Birmingham.

For just £27 a night, up to six guests can sleep in tents in a Washwood Heath back garden, the Birmingham Mail reports.

The garden is described as a “unique camping experience” and a “tropical oasis” by Airbnb host Brenda, who says guests will “have the entire place to yourself”.

And while the booking is not of the traditional bricks and mortar variety, guests will have access to a ground-floor bathroom throughout their stay.

Pictures accompanying the listing show three small tents in the garden, enough to fit up to six people.

The garden is described as a "lush tropical space", with "lots of natural water features" and "seating areas".

And those planning on attending this summer's games can still nab the space for the opening ceremony on July 28.

While some may think this listing is a wind-up, Airbnb is accepting card payments to stay there.

Additional costs to guests include hiring a "fully-functional BBQ" for £10 - which thankfully also includes a bag of charcoals and lighting fuel.

A fireplace log burner can also be hired for £10 and includes lighting materials.

The listing was spotted by Manchester resident Jordan Lewis while trying to find a place to stay during the tournament.

Jordan wrote on Twitter: "Trying to find reasonable accomodation (sic) in Brum for the Commonwealth Games because they're all inflated at £300+ a night.

A log burner is available for an extra £10 per night (Airbnb)

"Found one on Airbnb, only to click on it and it be a tent in someone's garden. At least it's an 'oasis'.

"Still can't get over the advert saying 'entire place to yourself'...it's a tent, Brenda.

"The worst bit is if you're cold, it costs an extra £10 to rent out the log burner."

Host Brenda warns those interested that she is "not Mother Nature" and has "zero control" over the weather forecast, although gazebos can be set up for added protection should it rain.

All seven previous guests to have left reviews on Airbnb gave Brenda glowing praise, with one writing: "It really doesn't feel like you're in the city when you're there."

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