Gold Coast is a wonderful travel destination in Australia. The city boasts numerous top-notch attractions that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. Wet'n'Wild Gold Coast lets you spend a couple of fun hours in the water. The park’s popular attractions include Super Ripper and Black Hole. If you want to meet face-to-face with sea jellies, polar bears, penguins, and dolphins, Sea World is where you need to be. With all these attractions, you will need the perfect place to stay. If you have been looking to enjoy the ocean breeze during your stay, you have come to the right place. Read on to learn about the top beach house rentals in Gold Coast, Australia.
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 October 31, 2024.
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1. Toby's Beach House
Having fun at the beach is easy when you stay at Toby’s Beach House, which is only 80 meters (262.47 feet) away from the beachfront and the surf club. The accommodation features a fully equipped kitchen for easy cooking. When you are not cooking, you can sip your favorite drink amidst a peaceful atmosphere in the outdoor area.
Guests who prefer indoor relaxation can spend time in the living room. What is more, the property has a heated plunge pool that lets you have a refreshing dip whenever you want.
Mermaid Beach, Queensland, Australia
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toby's beach house is in a brilliant locationRead more reviewsCleanliness:
property was clean large and just as advertised on internetproperty was clean large and just as advertised on internetthe house is clean well presented with everything you need
2. Marine Parade 208 (from USD 360)
The beach is situated super close to Marine Parade 208, which is a spacious townhouse. You can literally marvel at the view of the beach from the comfort of the lovely deck. What is more, you can make use of the private grassy courtyard to bask in the sun in the morning. You will love having a casual chat over a drink in the living area.
The property also comes with a huge storage space where you can keep your surfboards and other beach equipment.
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amazing property - perfect location and awesome space for familieswe had a wonderful stay the house is well equipped and in such a great locationperfect accommodation perfect location with perfect viewRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
great views looking out over water as the sun set kitchen very well equippedall beds were very comfortable
3. The Love Shack Mermaid
Staying at The Love Shack Mermaid, you are only a 3-minute walk away from the beach. Other than the beach, a number of coffee shops and restaurants can also be reached quickly. The property offers beach chairs and boogie boards to ensure you have fun at the beach. You can also explore the surrounding neighborhood by riding one of the two provided bikes. For children, scooters are available for use.
In addition, the accommodation is equipped with a kitchen with quality appliances and complimentary condiments.
Mermaid Beach, Queensland, Australia
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it was extremely comfortable and the owner edwina has thought of everythingi’m very impressed by all the detailed preparation made by the owner edwinaRead more reviewsCleanliness:
wonderfully appointed and clean cottage + bungalowwe absolutely love it it is a tidy and clean house that brings us real warm family feeling
4. Centrally located getaway house (from USD 400)
This rental has a long list of amenities to ensure a comfortable stay throughout. Your morning can start by having a splash in the large family pool or playing some games in the backyard. Then, you can go to the kitchen to start preparing a family breakfast. Moreover, there is a washing machine in the house. This way, you do not have to pack heavily.
When it comes to location, the house is a 4-minute walk away from the nearest beach.
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wendy was a great host from the time of initial enquiry and throughout our stayLocation:
house is in a perfect location with walking distance to the beach and mermaid shopsRead more reviewsCleanliness:
it was very clean and enjoyable
5. Beachside retreat overlooking Currumbin Creek (from USD 452)
This beachside retreat provides easy and quick access to Currumbin Beach, which is situated 0.4 kilometers (0.25 miles) away.
The property is decorated with soft and neutral furnishings and is equipped with all the necessary amenities. The master bedroom offers lovely views of the beach and there is a living area for the entire family to unwind together. If you open the double doors, you will reach the large deck. Here, you can watch the kids play on the lawn. Apart from that, the property has an outdoor shower.
Top guest reviews
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having said that there were a couple of days the planes must have come in another directionthe only negatives were the steps up to and in the house as we had a couple of 80 year olds and the house is directly under the flight path to the airportthree bathrooms made it easier for the 8 of us stayingLocation:
great house close to the beachfantastic location outside of the gold coastworth getting some instructions from the agent for the front door lock if not familiar with electronic locksthe views, easy access to calm and surf water is a great addition to this spacious beach househad out of hours check inRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the beds were very comfortable and the alfresco balcony had a lovely big table and massive bbq
6. Delightful beach house with a fully equipped kitchen (from USD 234)
This beach house is a delight for many reasons. It’s located by the Nerang River and a 2-minute walk to the Regatta Parade beach. Here, you can enjoy swimming or an outdoor picnic. The long list of amenities also includes a fully equipped kitchen and a spacious deck suitable for barbecues. The house welcomes not only humans but also their pets. The beach is ideal for walking your dog.
Top guest reviews
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the hosts karyn & gary were very helpful and responsive our entire stayhosts added lots of thoughtful toucheskaryn and gary were wonderful hosts very kind and great communicatorsour hosts were gracious in being flexible with our check/in check/out times which was much appreciatedLocation:
great location & great hostswalking distance to surfers paradise chevron island swimming spotswe felt very safe and secure the property is fully fenced and it’s situated in a quiet neighbourhoodthe villa was in an amazing location and it had everything that you needed in itwe walked to hota (10 minute walk) on sunday morning for the most amazing farmer's marketsCleanliness:
the villa was spotlessly clean fully equipped with everything you would ever needRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the bed and chairs were very comfortable the place was just perfectbut a very spacious and comfortable place to spend 3 days when you are confined to ‘home’very nice and clean apartment with access to washing machine dryer coffee pod machine etcthere is only one bathroom but it is large light and the shower was great
7. Holiday home with ocean views (from USD 123)
This holiday home is nestled right across the road from the beach. You can enjoy ocean views from the bedroom and the porch. After leaving your comfortable bed, you can use the oven or microwave in the kitchen to whip up a delicious meal.
When you are not out on the beach, you can stay entertained by watching a movie on the smart television. What is more, the property provides undercover parking for guests who bring their own vehicles.
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great location beautiful beach excellent clubs around the areaRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
found the unit quiet and comfortable
8. Rental with one of the biggest pool in Queensland (from USD 1029)
This waterfront mansion cordially invites you for a pleasant stay. The property is approximately five minutes away from the beach. When you need to soothe your muscles after a day of activities, there is no better way than relaxing in the private swimming pool.
To keep everyone entertained, the property provides board games along with an X-Box and a selection of DVDs. Guests who cannot skip a workout can make use of the gym room. It is equipped with weights, a bike, and a treadmill. The property also allows access to a private beach.
Top guest reviews
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absolutely stunning mansion excellent location with amble space for a big familyit is in a great location and you can walk to surfers paradiseperfect location and central to everything in surfers paradisegreat place to spend the weekend awayexcellent location if you are coming to the gold coastCleanliness:
clean pool and spa great beds loads of room games for kidshouse is sparkinly cleanalways a quick response house was amazingly clean and had every thing we neededRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
the amenities that this house has to offer are great and the pool is awesomethe games room was great
9. Beachside bunglow in a tranquil environment
This luxurious beachside bungalow invites you to wake up to the sound of the waves. This exquisite accommodation sits on the edge of the beach, which offers direct access to the water. White neutral tones are on display throughout the property to create a tranquil atmosphere. The terrace makes an excellent spot for alfresco dining as well as watching the sunset. Guests will also love the kitchen and free parking on the premises.
Mermaid Beach, Queensland, AustraliaSuperhost
Accommodates: 8
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kelly was a superb hostthe host was so friendly and amazingly helpfulkelly was so quick and friendly to deal with before and during our stayLocation:
great location and the house was stunningmere metres to walk on a private path and you’re enjoying the sand and waterstunning location you can’t get better with a house that backs onto the beachRead more reviewsCleanliness:
amazing the house itself is modern and clean with everything you’d need for a beach holiday
10. Luxury multi-level beachside villa
You will experience a memorable stay at this modern beachside villa, which is situated 170 meters (557.74 feet) away from the beach. For a fresh start in the morning, you can jump into the spa bath right away. During the day, you can enjoy the private pool. It is a nice idea to enjoy a bottle of wine with the rest of the guests in the outdoor entertainment area.
The property boasts an elevator that can take you to different levels quickly.
Mermaid Beach, Queensland, AustraliaSuperhost
Accommodates: 10
Top guest reviews
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the apartment was in a fabulous location with beach restaurants and convenience stores in very close proximitybelle's airbnb is in the heart of mermaid beach only a minute walk from the beautiful beachi was delighted on my arrival with the facilities and cleanliness of the apartment and it's locationgreat stay at belle’s placegreat place and very close to the beach it was a huge room and had everything i neededCleanliness:
the apartment was very clean modern and spaciousit is very clean stylish and homelybelles hospitality was great the place was so clean and awesomethe bathroom is clean and large and the kitchen has plenty of supplies to help yourself tooRead more reviewsAmenities & Room:
awesome place private space with lots of room and handy little outside drying areawe were four coworkers visiting gc for a conference and all four rooms were nice and spacious
A coastal vibe awaits during your vacation in Gold Coast
Are you looking forward to your trip to Gold Coast? It is time to start listing down all the attractions that you are interested in visiting. For a cozy stay with a coastal vibe, be sure to book any of the above beach house rentals.
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