Across the Murray River from Moama in northern Victoria lies the historic town of Echuca. The town’s origin was as a result of the 19th-century river trade, whose effects can still be felt to date with the presence of the paddle steamers that depart near the Port of Echuca Discovery Center. With the presence of the wharf, the river, and the two famous museums – The Echuca Historical Society Museum and National Holden Motor Museum, there will always be many things to do and see, part of which includes getting accommodation in a boathouse. Scroll down to find some of the best Airbnb houseboats near Echuca, Australia.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 24, 2025.
1. Gorgeous space with quiet marina views
Think of it as a floating apartment moored on a private marina, just 1 kilometer (0.62 miles) from Swan Hill Bridge. The boat’s interior is beautifully decorated in cream. It features super large windows that allow for lots of natural light and delivers incredible 360-degree views of the surrounding areas. With four bedrooms and four beds, the houseboat has enough room to grant up to eight guests peaceful and comfortable nights on the river.
It has a fully equipped kitchen, featuring all the appliances and the utensils necessary for decent meal preparation. Next to the kitchen area is the dining area complete with a dining table and dining chairs. Then there is a separate seating area with a comfortable leather couch where guests can rest while they watch TV.
The location of the houseboat is not only quiet to guarantee peace and serenity, but also in proximity to the township, as well as a plethora of opportunities for swimming, fishing, kayaking, and canoeing.
Located in Murray Downs, Echuca is over an hour’s drive away.
Murray Downs, New South Wales, Australia
53.71 km (33.4 mi) from Atkinson Park - Barapa Barapa CountryAccommodates: 8
Top guest reviews
Host:
jo was a great hostgreat host very quick responses and greeting was warm & friendlyour hosts jo and gary were very welcoming and so were their fury friends mildred and hectorgreat contact by host we really enjoyed our stayjo was a great host and everything worked wellLocation:
the location is perfect nice and quite distance out of town is just rightgreat place to stay and perfect for long summer eveningswe had a lovely peaceful break in jo's placegreat place very relaxing location and has everything you need on boardgreat location and excellent hostCleanliness:
houseboat was clean and comfortablepeaceful clean & everything you need great place to staysuch a clean well appointed and tastefully decorated place to stayvery clean very comfortable very stylish and very relaxingspotlessly clean and a peaceful retreatRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
very well equipped kitchen beds great with quality linenit was a lot bigger than we imagined like a small apartment
Other riverfront accommodations
2. Modern cabin at Highview Waters Resort
Located at Highview Waters Resort, this modern cabin is a great base for families exploring Moama and Echuca. Family-friendly venues such as Moama RSL, which has plenty of dining options, and the Port of Echuca are nearby.
Staying nice and cozy indoors should be easy too since there are air conditioning and heating systems in all rooms. For entertainment, you can always rely on the wifi and the TV in the lounge area. One of the highlights of this rental is the fire pit area out front; it looks out to the river and is the perfect spot to enjoy nature views with your loved ones.
Do note that the property welcomes up to eight guests, but no more than six adults are allowed.
Moama, New South Wales, Australia
84.44 km (52.5 mi) from Atkinson Park - Barapa Barapa CountrySuperhost
Accommodates: 8
Top guest reviews
Host:
richard was a great host and super easy to deal withgreat stay easy to checkin and communicate with hostsmooth easy check-in and host was super responsive even ensuring we had firewood availableLocation:
amazing location well equipped house and great pricefabulous location comfortable warm and inviting houseplace is located perfectly on the murraygreat location right on the river and next door to winerya faultless experience richards property is a top quality offering in a stunning locationCleanliness:
very clean and well keptexcellent clean and beautiful spacethe cabin itself is very clean and comfortablevery clean and a fantastic locationthe cabin was exceptionally well appointed and spotlessly cleanRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
great three bedroom place with great bathrooms and a nice dining kitchen deck area over looking the riverreally nice cabin that sleeps a large amount of people in very comfortable beds even the 2 bunksvery comfortable beds made for a fabulous night sleep (with exception of a v noisy kookaburra)would be perfect in warmer weather the pool looks amazing
3. River House Echuca (from USD 316)
River House Echuca is one of the most stunning homes along the Campaspe riverbanks. The living room is filled with picture windows, bringing nature closer to the interiors and creating a dreamy space for curling up with a book or enjoying a flick on the 72-inch HDTV. For trouble-free meal preparations, there’s a well-equipped kitchen ready for use.
While this rental is a paradise in itself, there are lots to explore outside. The main street and the port are only a quick walk from here, along with a number of cafes and restaurants.
Echuca, Victoria, Australia
86.66 km (53.9 mi) from Atkinson Park - Barapa Barapa CountryAccommodates: 6
Top guest reviews
Host:
a blissful place with a fabulous hostthe host sam was easy to contact and responded quickly if you had any questionssam was a great host and our stay was very comfortable and pleasanti definitely recommend it and sam was easy to communicate with and very accommodating :)Location:
wonderful house at a stunning locationbeautifully presented property well equiped and very convenient locationsam’s place exceeded our expectations a beautiful stylish house with everything you need in a perfect locationthe house backs onto the river with amazing views and only a short walk to townRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
a beautiful house in a quiet peaceful riverside location stunning views and a very well equipped comfortable housegreat bathrooms with plenty of linen
4. Private guest suite near Murray River (from USD 177)
This detached guest house is ideal for small groups who require no-frills accommodation. It’s small but fully furnished to make any guest comfortable. The best part about staying here is that breakfast is provided. Guests are also welcome to pick fresh vegetables from the garden and prepare hearty dishes in the kitchen. For indoor fun, the wifi and TV are always accessible.
While this rental is on a quiet street, it’s close enough to nice cafes and popular spots like cluBarham, so you’ll have a number of entertainment options nearby.
Koondrook, Victoria, Australia
22.0 km (13.7 mi) from Atkinson Park - Barapa Barapa CountryAccommodates: 4
Top guest reviews
Host:
and the hosts were very friendlyLocation:
secluded location away from hustle yet close enough to explore some great experiencesa little gem of a place to stay perfectRead more reviewsCleanliness:
nice clean and cosy stayjeanette’s place was very cleannewly renovated spotlessly clean and spacious unit great hosts in a lovely quiet area
Enjoy the beauty of these riverside accommodations
Break the monotony of spending in hotels and Airbnb vacation rentals by opting for houseboat accommodation when you are in the Echuca area. With these, you get everything you will have in the apartment, but with the extra benefits of views and the thrill of getting tossed on the water till morning. If you are ever in the Echuca area, use any of the best Airbnb houseboats near Echuca for your accommodation and enjoy a completely different experience.
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willowabroad .almost 3 years ago
Q1: Are you guys aware of where Echuca actually is? Q2: How do you define "near"? For some immediate feedback, I looked up all 5 of these "airbnb houseboats near Echuca", and advise the following distances by road to each of them, from Echuca, one-way: 1 - just under 600km; 2 - 155km; 3 - 535km ; 4 - 600km; and 5 - 590km. Four of these five offerings are in South Australia. I'll give you 1/10 for at least these places being on the Murray and offering 'houseboats'. Great article!
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