Rutherglen is the undisputed wine capital of Australia and is a region whose tradition can be traced back to the 1850s. You might have tasted one of its fortified, rich reds or crisp white wines. You will find wineries and Victorian-era brick buildings as a testament to its heritage. Plan your visit in autumn and enjoy sunny days with perfect weather for exploring the region. Stand in admiration at the red and yellow landscape from the deciduous trees. The area has more than 20 wineries, and a winery tour - with the help of a guide - is a must-do. You can also hire a bike and pedal on mountain trails to take in fascinating views of the Murray River. Enjoy local cuisine expertly matched with different wine varieties. Before planning your adventure, discover these best Airbnb vacation rentals in Rutherglen, 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 11, 2024.
1. Two-bedroom rental with scenic views (from USD 201)
This two-bedroom country home is on a working farm, and it offers scenic views and features a seating area with a large brick fireplace. It is a spacious, cozy place with natural light, a couch to curl up in, and a TV with Netflix. The dining area has a rectangular table with stools, and there’s also a round dining table with chairs.
Outside is an open deck on a raised platform with outdoor furniture and a barbeque grill - perfect for sundowners. From the terrace, views of the vast farming fields pan out before your eyes with the iconic Mount Ophir tower in the background.
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2. Rose Cottage (from USD 188)
Enjoy vineyard views from Rose Cottage, a beautiful property with well-appointed rooms and amenities. The cottage’s unique design comprises hardwood floors and high ceilings with a spacious kitchen and living room. There is air conditioning, and most rooms have ceiling fans.
At the back is a shaded deck furnished with a dining table. You can enjoy meals here or walk the short staircase down to the beautiful yard. Both the front and back yards have a fence, making them safe areas for kids and pets to play with minimum supervision.
3. Tiny house with vineyard views (from USD 180)
This tiny yet hospitable house boasts a covered front porch with seats where you can relax and enjoy a full view of the vineyards. The porch is also an excellent spot to view the red skies and golden horizons during sunsets.
A kitchen with modern amenities is at your disposal. Amenities include a dishwasher, refrigerator, oven, and gas stove, so you can prepare meals from here when you are not eating out. A stairway leads to a loft bedroom with a comfortable, queen-size bed.
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the house was very well equipped with an amazing kitchen and all other amenitiesalso the bed is super comfyCleanliness:
the bed was comfortable the house was clean and the bircher muesli juice and milk were lovely additionsHost:
mandy was a responsive and helpful hostmandy is very hospitable and a great hostthank you for being the perfect host mandy we can’t wait to come backincredible experience in an eco friendly tiny home the home was a warm environment and surprisingly spaciousthe highlight was chatting to the staff at the cellar door and meeting mandy’s three bulldogsRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and concepteasy to walk to town and loved having the bikes to explore rutherglenmandy’s place is a cute and cosy stay amongst the vineyardsthe bikes to ride into the town and the access to the vineyards to walk around was perfecthighly recommend for a couple a relaxing getaway close to lots of things to do
4. Homey cottage with heated swimming pool (from USD 148)
If you seek a memorable holiday accompanied by your furry friends, then this homey and pet-friendly cottage is your best choice. Recline in comfort in the lounge room, which has comfortable leather recliners and a 50-inch TV for entertainment. You will enjoy having a large kitchen at your disposal if you love to cook. Also, there is a private garden for days when you just want to be in a quiet space surrounded by nature. Swim or take a dip in the heated swimming pool, which is open to guests. Later in the evening, you can fire up the barbeque grill.
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very comfortable and one of the most comfortable bath tubs ever to luxuriate inchris cooks a delicious breakfast and is an absolute delight to be aroundthe garden suite was comfortable comfortable warm and cozyloved the claw bath in my roomchris made out two dogs feel comfortable at all timesCleanliness:
clean and accomodating for us and our dogthe space is clean and secure quiet and she offers a wonderful breakfastbeautifully styled comfortable clean and relaxingHost:
chris is a great host and nothing was too much troubleif you love dogs then you'll love this place amazing facilities and great hosts; thoroughly recommendchris and charles were fantastic hosts with a wonderful b&bchristine and is a lovely and thoughtful host who has helpful suggestions regarding local travel optionschristine and charles are wonderful hosts and the place has all the comforts requiredRead more reviewsLocation:
great location 10 minute walk to cafes restaurants and barseasy to find and good location just up from the main streeteasy walk into townthe place is in an excellent location & the bathroom/shower is a particular unique surprise/highlightchris's place is excellent if you want to travel with your dogs
5. Red-brick home fit for groups (from USD 121)
Welcome to this red-brick home where you can visit as a family, as a couple, or with a group of friends. You have plenty of room for socialization as the house features a spacious lounge and dining room. Notice the exposed brick walls and fireplace in the living room that give the house a rustic appeal.
While here, you can all sit out on the verandah while having a chat over a glass of wine. To end a tiresome but fun-filled day, soak in the bathtub in the bathroom and sleep in one of the comfortable bedrooms.
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large backyard outdoor tables and chairs and bbq great for relaxing with family/friendsloved the breakfast tray - thank youwe really appreciated the welcome pack and had a fantastic time in the well-heated and stylish roomslights and heater was on when we arrived which was nicebeautifully decorated with lots of room to spread out would recommend highlyCleanliness:
a really nicely renovated place super clean with everything you needvery clean comfortable and cozy so many little extras that made our stay so fabulousaccommodation was perfect good facilities clean comfortable and well locateda great house with location amenities space cleanliness and styleHost:
host is super responsivegabrielle a fantastic hostgabrielle was a very responsive host who was easily contactableowner responded to a couple of minor issues very promptly and to our satisfactioncheck in was easy and gabrielle was very responsiveRead more reviewsLocation:
fabulous location within walking distance to the main streetgreat location and big spacious housegreat location and a great househouse is in a fabulous locationpomegranate house is the perfect location for exploring rutherglen
6. Charming house for six (from USD 206)
If you seek a place to brighten your weekend, this house is excellent. It boasts a well-appointed living room with couches and a coffee table. The bedrooms have an inviting appeal, with carpeted floors, bedside lighting, and bright colors. A bathtub is available for refreshing baths after a tiresome but exciting day spent exploring Rutherglen.
Step into the garden, which boasts a beautiful array of flowers and a shaded sitting area. So, whether you stay inside or relax outdoors, you will love this accommodation.
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with fast communication and the house was clean and welcomingimmaculately clean with a beautiful gardenspotlessly clean lovely gardenclean and well equipped with a beautiful gardenbeautiful clean and well equipped homeHost:
host is lovely and very swift to responddawn was a great hostthanks for being a great host dawnthank you dawn for hosting us in your beautiful houseRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and placegreat location just a short walk from the townfabulous location close to the main townthe property was the perfect location for our weekend stay in rutherglen for a weddingit was an easy walk into the main street and is central to most of the wineries
7. Self-contained house on Main Street (from USD 103)
This property was once a bakehouse and is now a charming place that accommodates ten guests. There is parking at the rear, while the inside features a spacious living room, kitchen, dining area, and six bedrooms.
Enjoy sitting on comfortable couches while watching TV or reading. Polished wooden floors are also a testament to the high standard of cleanliness. The living room has a beautiful chandelier and a wood-burning stove that is no longer in use but preserved for aesthetic beauty. In addition, you will find a couple of bikes that come in handy when you want to explore Rutherglen.
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comfortable bed and lounge chairs made for a very happy staycomfortable and cosy on a winters weekendvery comfortable accommodation for our mixed group of adultsCleanliness:
greg & marie was great to communicate with the house as super clean and cosygreat place to stay lovely and clean with lots of amenitiesclean and great location central for all your needsit's very comfortable and clean and has everything you need for a great getaway exploring the wine regionHost:
marie and greg are great hosts responding very quicklyamazing old property that can host a large familygreg and marie are very friendly and accommodatingRead more reviewsLocation:
fantastic location in the main streetloved this place and locationgreat location on the main street of rutherglenfantastic location and good for a groupgreat stay loved the location and using the bikes to explore town
8. Open-plan home for six (from USD 185)
This house has an open plan that merges the kitchen and dining areas and leads to the outdoor area where you can dine or unwind. If you are staying in, why not relax in the cozy living room? There are three spacious and well-lit bedrooms, plus the color palette sets the mood for a good night’s sleep. Rutherglen’s Main Street is a walk away, where you will find places to dine, shop, and have a refreshing drink.
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spacious great amenities and provisions and very comfortable bedsmatilda has set this house up with very comfortable beds and beautiful furniturelarge bedrooms with comfy beds and a huge snuggly couchwe especially loved the kitchen for cooking and the toastie-warm heaterwe had everything we needed for a comfortable stayCleanliness:
spotlessly clean and great facilitiesbeautiful house very clean and accomodatinghouse was also super cleanhouse is roomy very clean and comfortablethe house was clean and a great space for multiple adultsHost:
they were very responsive to our queriescommunication with our host was easy and promptmatilda was always very quick to respond and provided lots of helpful informationgreat location great accommodation and quick response times from the ownermatilda is a great host easy check in and great communicationRead more reviewsLocation:
excellent location being walking distance to the main streetlovely house right near the rail trailand walk to townbeautiful accommodation in a great locationthe house was comfortable and close to towngreat location short walk to the centre of town well appointed house with generous provisions
9. Cozy cottage in a quiet neighborhood
This cozy cottage is in a quiet neighborhood and features a nicely decorated master bedroom and a second bedroom with a fireplace. An archway leads to the kitchen with a dining table set just next to it. There is air conditioning to keep the indoor environment cool during hot weather and a heater to keep you warm on chilly days.
You are welcome to stay with your dog as the pet-friendly property has a large, enclosed yard where your furry friend can play. You will be near Main Street and within easy reach of shops, restaurants, and pubs.
8.4 km (5.3 mi) from All Saints Estate
10. Bright home with three bedrooms
This home boasts large windows, bright and naturally lit interiors, and three bedrooms that accommodate eight guests. There is a parking bay for two cars and a wraparound deck for outdoor seating in the fresh air. Prepare meals from the modern kitchen fitted with a stove, oven, fridge, microwave, utensils, and cutlery.
Unwind in the spacious living room, where you can relax on one of the couches while enjoying a movie from the flatscreen TV or curling up with a book. You can also catch majestic sunset views while seated on the deck.
Rutherglen, Victoria, Australia
7.95 km (5.0 mi) from All Saints EstateAccommodates: 8
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fabulous house with lovely deck large kitchen and living area comfortable beds and great amenitiesthere are mutliple air conditioners for hot days which was great with our young daughterwe loved our view of the vineyard as we ate our breakfastwe appreciated the single level and comfortable furnitureyou can expect to stay in a very comfortable modern home with lovely amenities and provisionsCleanliness:
clean plenty of roomextremely clean and spaciousvery clean and most relaxingclean inviting and comfortableclean well kept and beautiful homeHost:
great hosts and great housemelanie is a great hostexcellent host and fantastic place to stayhost provided us with good tips on wineries places to eat and things to domelanie was very accommodating and communication was clearRead more reviewsLocation:
perfect location with a short walk to the main streetgreat house and great locationgreat location for the sunset while sipping a wineeasy walk down to the main stripclose to main st and beautiful wineries
Spend a memorable vacation in this wine-producing town
Sample both signature and little-known wine varieties made traditionally. Meet the winemakers, hit the mountain trails, and enjoy local hospitality while staying at any of these charming Rutherglen accommodations.
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