# Wander

Startup profile on Capital Atlas: https://capitalatlas.ai/startups/wander-2

- Industry: Travel & Leisure
- Headquarters: Austin, US
- Website: www.wander.com
- Total disclosed funding: $70M
- Latest round: Series B (May 28, 2025)
- Investors on record: 16

## About

Wander, Inc. is a luxury vacation rental company based in the US, providing an exceptional selection of high-end vacation homes that combine the elegance of hotels with the comforts of private residences.Founded in 2021 in Austin, US, Wander, Inc. specializes in luxury vacation rentals, boasting a portfolio that represents the top 1% of available listings. The company's founders include Chris Gannon, John Entwistle, and Laura Sylvester, with John Entwistle serving as CEO. In May 2025, Wander raised USD 50.00 mn in Series B funding with participation from notable investors such as QED Investors and Fifth Wall Ventures, marking a significant milestone in the company's growth strategy. The total amount raised to date stands at USD 50.00 mn from five deals.Wander specializes in luxury vacation home rentals, offering a curated selection of properties that guarantee the high standards of luxury hotels alongside the comforts of private residences. Each property is selected to ensure exceptional quality, featuring hotel-grade facilities, pristine cleaning services, and 24/7 concierge support, appealing to affluent travelers seeking upscale accommodations across popular tourist destinations in the United States.Wander generates revenue through direct-to-consumer transactions for its luxury vacation homes, with bookings structured on a per-stay basis. While specific pricing plans are not disclosed, the company follows a premium pricing strategy aligned with the high-end market segment it serves, primarily deriving income from rental fees associated with property bookings.Following its latest funding round in May 2025, Wander, Inc. plans to utilize the USD 50.00 mn raised to expand into new markets and enhance its proprietary AI platform. The company aims to strengthen operational efficiency and target new geographical regions with a focus on upscale vacation rentals, catering to the growing demand in the luxury travel sector.

## Funding rounds

- Series B, May 28, 2025, $50M — Redpoint Ventures, Starwood Capital Group, Uncork Capital, QED Investors, Activant Capital, Breyer Capital, Alumni Ventures Group, Soma Capital Management, Fifth Wall Ventures, Authentic Ventures, Forecast Fund, Hakluyt Capital
- Series A, Jan 25, 2022, $20M — Redpoint Ventures, Andreessen Horowitz, QED Investors, Susa Ventures, Alumni Ventures Group, Fifth Wall Ventures, Authentic Ventures, Thirty5 Ventures, Vibe Capital

## Investors

- Redpoint Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/redpoint-ventures) — Series A, Series B
- Andreessen Horowitz (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/andreessen-horowitz) — Series A
- QED Investors (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/qed-investors) — Series A, Series B
- Susa Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/susa-ventures) — Series A
- Alumni Ventures Group (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/alumni-ventures-group) — Series A, Series B
- Fifth Wall Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/fifth-wall-ventures) — Series A, Series B
- Authentic Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/authentic-ventures) — Series A, Series B
- Thirty5 Ventures (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/thirty5-ventures) — Series A
- Vibe Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/vibe-capital) — Series A
- Starwood Capital Group — Series B
- Uncork Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/uncork-capital) — Series B
- Activant Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/activant-capital) — Series B
- Breyer Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/breyer-capital) — Series B
- Soma Capital Management (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/soma-capital-management) — Series B
- Forecast Fund (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/forecast-fund) — Series B
- Hakluyt Capital (https://capitalatlas.ai/funds/hakluyt-capital) — Series B