Top 7 Beach House Rentals In Australia - Updated 2024

Gabriel
Gabriel 
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Australia’s beaches range from city white-sand paradises to secluded island destinations. There are so many to choose from in this vast country. Among all sovereign countries, the land down under has the seventh longest coastline. You can indulge in all the water activities like diving, surfing, and snorkeling. You can even catch the best sunrises and sunsets in them. If you want to stay for a few days or weeks in some of Australia’s picturesque shores, the best thing you can do is search for the perfect accommodation. Here are the top ten beach house rentals in Australia. Choose one that suits your travel needs.

We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and access to beach. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 09, 2024.

1. Amazing home with balcony (from USD 340)

This two-story home is your temporary getaway at the beach. It fits ten guests comfortably and has four bedrooms and three bathrooms to take care of your personal needs. Located only steps from the beach, you can spend all day out in the sea, sand, and sun and be happy with your family. Both floors have their own living area, dining area, and kitchen. This can be occupied by two families at the same time. If you visit with a big clan of ten, this is the perfect home for you. The balcony is the best spot for sharing a glass of wine while catching up on each other.

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751.12 km (466.8 mi) from Erskine Falls
64 reviews  
House 10 Guests 4 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 10
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
great home clean and everything we needed was there
comfortable house very good kitchen lots of space comfortable beds very clean
had everything we needed neat clean great location
Host:
owners were very helpful in replacing the dvd player asap
owners easy to talk to and helpful
Location:
very close to a lovely quiet beach
good location for the kiama to gerringong coastal walk
great house lots of space and amazing location
enjoyed our stay clean plenty of room and close to beach and town
the property was spacious clean & close to the beach
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2. Vibrant house just steps from the shore (from USD 148)

This impressive house offers four bedrooms and two well-appointed bathrooms, one of which has a bathtub to help you unwind. The home accommodates eight guests and is located just a few steps from the beach. This allows you to have fun in the water anytime you want during the day. An open floor plan containing the kitchen, dining, living, and breakfast area welcomes you. At the far end is an open porch with more seating and an additional dining area. Furniture accents and bed linens come in vibrant colors that add life to the home. An outside shower lets you clean up from the beach before stepping inside.

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2602.86 km (1617.4 mi) from Erskine Falls
114 reviews   Wifi Available
House 8 Guests 4 Bedrooms 3 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 8
Minimum Nights: 2
Refund Policy : 100% refund if you cancel at least 30 days before check-in.

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
good facilities and comfy furniture
Cleanliness:
great location a stones throw from the beach lovely clean house and lots of toys and games for kids
Host:
easy to contact owner if you need help with anything
sarah was really helpful and the house was extremely comfortable and well stocked with everything you might need
Location:
great location great walking paths
close to good local produce and artisan crafts as well
superb beachside location large well appointed house with excellent facilities and attentive manager
a fantastic house beautiful view and perfect location across from the beach
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3. Beachfront house with absolute privacy (from USD 199)

This place provides a private vacation spot which makes it perfect for couples. Decked out on three levels, this house offers unobtrusive views of the sea from anywhere. The middle level is where all the common areas are. These include the living room, dining area, and the gourmet kitchen where you can prepare your meals. It also has a deck with more seating. The third level has the master suite which provides amazing views of the water. There is a kitchenette where you can prepare coffee and toast to wake you up. Even the shower provides a magical view of the water.

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Sunshine Bay, New South Wales, Australia
637.46 km (396.1 mi) from Erskine Falls
260 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 1 Bed 2 Guests 1 Bedroom 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 2

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
lovely view nice amenities and comfortable space
the location and views are fantastic there is even a view from the shower
not to mention the shower with that view - just the best start to the day
paul’s open kitchen is incredibly generous: a fully stocked pantry fridge and freezer with high quality produce (eg
amazing views super clean very comfortable and cozy
Cleanliness:
modern clean very comfortable
the house was super clean for a holiday rental
paul's place is amazing the house is very comfortable clean and beautifully furnished
the house is very clean very comfortable and equipped with everything you could need (and more)
everything was so well organized and clean
Host:
thank you for being such a generous host paul
paul is a great host
a very generous host
he was also an amazing host which made us feel right at home
paul is an awesome host we wanted for nothing once we had made ourselves at home
Location:
the location is so awesome
amazing location on the beach
the location couldn’t be better right on the beach
gorgeous location great house everything is 11/10
a nice quite place and ao close to the water
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4. Family home with scenic balcony (from USD 348)

This home is an amazing place to stay for eight guests. This is perfect for families and friends who want to spend their vacation by the beach. It has a game area with table tennis at the lower level. There are four well-appointed bedrooms and two full bathrooms. The powder room comes in handy as well. The living, dining, and kitchen are all laid out in a spacious plan that lets all of you interact with each other. An L-shaped balcony wraps around this area and has an additional dining table and seating area. You can fire up the grill while everyone else settles in.

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Apollo Bay, Victoria, Australia
34.17 km (21.3 mi) from Erskine Falls
751 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 4 Beds 8 Guests 4 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 8

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
great place with huge rooms amazing views and great amenities
beautiful ocean view with full facilities
a comfortable house with great views
there are two huge living areas with netflix and tt table
the heaters were appreciated on a cold winter evening
Cleanliness:
clean and neat
everything was clean and neat
karen’s place is clean and comfortable
was absolutely clean loved it
house was clean and nicely decked out
Host:
karen our host was very responsive to out requests
super host karen is also nice
karen was a great host and was very quick to answer any questions
thank you for hosting us
great place to relax and host is very supportive
Location:
great location close to beach
the location is easy to find
the location is good as well
lovely house at very quiet location
karen's place is located in an amazing place
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5. Quaint home with a deck (from USD 93)

This quaint home is built to entertain and to make vacations memorable. It stands close enough to the beach for you to walk to it. The place may be small but it has everything your group of five needs during your stay here. It has two bedrooms with the second one fitted with two bunk beds. The living room has a flat-screen television and a fireplace. It opens to the deck where a grill and a secondary dining area are. Back inside is the kitchen standing adjacent to the main dining area. The bathroom has a combination of rain shower and bathtub to help you refresh.

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Waratah Bay, Victoria, Australia
187.85 km (116.8 mi) from Erskine Falls
412 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 5 Beds 6 Guests 2 Bedrooms 1 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 6

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
such a beautiful view out of the kitchen window
very comfortable spacious place with nice views
the house is well equipped and comfortable plus the beds were super comfy too
comfortable and cozy with enough space for the family
a very comfortable home very well equipped in a magical place
Cleanliness:
super clean and cosey
nice clean and cosy house
the house is clean and feels very welcoming
very nice little house clean and cosy
the house was very clean and had a great beach vibe
Host:
hosts were great at answering and questions
will and isabella were great hosts and were great with communicating
thanks will & isabella for being a great host and shareing your lovely story about the magic beach
will and isabella were great hosts with great communication
the host isabella has been fantastic and prompt with all our communications
Location:
its a great location so close to the beach
great house great location close walk to the beach
lovely house in a peaceful location
the house was welcoming and the location conveniently located near wilson’s prom
very neat and tidy and close to the beach and a cute little park
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6. Private abode right on the beach (from USD 642)

This private abode sits snuggly on the beach. It indulges you with the best sunset views along this coastline. The weather is calm here. This is the advantage of being in Tilbury Cove because it is protected from both the easterlies and southerlies. Fourteen guests can be accommodated along with your dog. The deck is equipped with a ten-seater dining table, a barbecue grill, and a compact refrigerator. The kitchen comes with the latest appliances and a stainless steel counter. Next to it are a spacious dining area and a seating area with a fireplace. The house has four bedrooms where everyone is guaranteed to experience sound sleep every night.

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Culburra Beach, New South Wales, Australia
729.39 km (453.3 mi) from Erskine Falls
102 reviews   Superhost Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 10 Beds 14 Guests 4 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 14

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
the kitchen is beautifully stocked with all staples and complete array of herbs and spices
what a great place stunning views and and a really comfortable house
plus there are ceiling fans everywhere allowing a much needed gentle ‘breeze’ throughout the night
we had great walks on the beach beautiful swims and plenty of cards
the house is beautiful great decor short 1min path directly to beach amazing views comfortable beds clean
Host:
thank you debra for being a wonderful host
the host deb was extremely easy to communicate with and she was very flexible with arrangements
host is easy to contact and liaise with
debra is an amazing host very helpful and friendly
deb was a great host and provided us with so many helpful tips
Location:
beautiful house in an amazing location
great location right on the beach
a truly unique property location and experience
short walk to the beautiful beaches nearby
the house was more than what we could have hoped for in a beautiful location
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7. Awesome stay near the beach

This heavenly home can accommodate twelve guests and is only 50 meters (165 feet) away from the beach. Everyone will receive five-star treatment especially when you lay your backs on the softest beds you can get your hands on. The home has several decks and porches on two levels that command stunning views of the Pacific Ocean. It is surrounded by a huge lawn with a children’s’ play area in it. The main floor has a living area and a dining area in one open plan. Located next to these is the capacious kitchen where you can prepare one feast after another for everyone to enjoy.

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Bargara, Queensland, Australia
1719.87 km (1068.7 mi) from Erskine Falls
154 reviews   Wifi Available
ENTIRE HOME 7 Beds 12 Guests 4 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms

Accommodates: 12

Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
house very comfortable with great views which enabled a very relaxing few days
the house was very comfortable for our stay and the property was as described
the house is spacious and very comfortable and the views and location are amazing
Cleanliness:
very clean and tidy
very clean and comfortable
everything was clean and the beds were comfortable
comfy beds and very clean
the house was very clean and tidy on arrival
Host:
cameron was a great host
cameron is a great host
the hosts were very helpful with check in and local advice
cameron is very kind with quick responses
cam and maree were the most wonderful and helpful hosts
Location:
great location too
great location directly opposite beach
great location exactly as described
lovely quiet location and can walk to the bargara lakes tavern in about ten minutes
awesome location and great for larger groups
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Australia is a beach lovers’ dream destination

One advantage of Australia over most countries is that it is surrounded by water. In fact, two oceans meet here, the Pacific and Indian oceans. These houses by the shores are ready to let you experience fun in the sun all you want.

Any must-sees we missed? Tell us about them in the comments section or write a post here to help out fellow travelers!
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