In a less serious way there is the possibility (and therefore a potential expectation) of being 'productive' when at home. Chores, errands, unfinished projects and all the other daily life that surrounds you.
For me, any time off spent away from home has a different timbre of rejuvenation and I say that as someone who loves being at home.
I think that's totally fair. I tend to like fairly active vacations for the most part. But it's also the case that, when I'm at home, I also feel the pull for all sorts of tasks that are pretty much endless.
For me, any time off spent away from home has a different timbre of rejuvenation and I say that as someone who loves being at home.