Exhibit 23.1

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Consent of Independent Auditor

We consent to the incorporation by reference in the following Registration Statements:

• Registration Statement (Form S-8 No. 333-175371) of HomeAway Inc,

• Registration Statement (Form S-8 No. 333-192743) of HomeAway Inc, and

• Registration Statement (Form S-3ASR No. 333-192750) of HomeAway Inc,

of our report dated February 17, 2014, with respect to the consolidated financial statements of Stayz Pty Limited included in this Current Report (Form 8-K/A) of HomeAway Inc, for the years ended June 24, 2012 and June 30, 2013.

Ernst & Young

Sydney, Australia

February 19, 2014

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