A prestigious riverside suburb of Perth, in Western Australia, Applecross offers an idyllic village atmosphere. Flanked by the beautiful Swan River, Applecross’ tree-lined streets take on a fairytale quality when the large array of pretty Jacaranda trees are in bloom. River walks are a must in Applecross and the Heathcote Reserve, with its breathtaking river views and amazing children’s playground, is one of the top spots to explore. Another area worth investigating is Applecross Village Shopping Centre, considered the heart of Applecross. Packed with alfresco cafes, scrumptious restaurants, a gourmet supermarket, greengrocer, butcher, gift shops, clothing boutiques, and high-end stores, it is the place to be for tourists and locals alike. Let the people of Applecross show off their quiet hamlet in its divine locale. And let the proprietors of these great Airbnb vacation rentals offer you prime comfort and convenience during your stay!
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 06, 2024.
1. Modern one-bedroom guesthouse close to local amenities
New, spotless, and contemporary, this one-bedroom guest house is a great hotel alternative in a desirable locale. On a quiet residential street, this lodging offers easy access to public transportation for trips to Perth and Freemantle. The nice Garden City shopping center is a 5-minute walk away. There’s also a nearby pet and kid-friendly park, and a supermarket. This house has an intimate living room setting, with cozy furniture and a flat screen wall-mounted TV. The kitchen is open and uncluttered, boasting a microwave, fridge, oven, stove, and convenient washing machine. Stay connected with speedy Wi-Fi, and enjoy the convenience of free parking. Heating, air conditioning, and bath essentials are provided. This accommodation is also equipped with family features: crib, room-darkening shades, and baby bath.
Booragoon, Western Australia, Australia
1.91 km (1.2 mi) from Deep Water Point ReserveTop guest reviews
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fan and light come on at same time then shuts down after a whilethe sofa could turn into another queen size bed and it was perfect for the 4 of usperfect little apartment with very good amenitiesthe apartment is very modern and has everything needed to make it a very pleasant staysparkling clean good wifi and in a great locationCleanliness:
clean and well appointedsuper clean and convenient placeits clean and comfortablethe place was very clean and tidythe place was clean comfy and allHost:
she was an excellent hosthost help a lotgreat host to communicate withweidong is a great hosthost and family are friendly and welcomingRead more reviewsLocation:
fabulous location for transport and shoppingvery convenient and easy access locationthe location is safe quiet and very close to public transport and shopping mallunit is compact good location and comfortableclose to garden city shopping centre and easy access to highways
2. Bright and airy apartment close to the city and rivers (from USD 105)
Surrounded by splendid river walks, parks, and attractive views, this upstairs one-bedroom apartment is very convenient and well-connected. Garden City offers first-rate shopping and is just one kilometer (0.62 miles) away. Perth’s city center and Fremantle can be reached in 15 minutes via easily accessed transport links, and the best quality cafes and restaurants are only a stroll away. Bright and sunny, this apartment’s decor has a subtle classiness, with lots of appealing accents. Overlooking the shimmering pool is the cozy balcony. Fitted with a small table/chair set, this balcony affords views of the city of Perth and the Swan River. Guests are free to take a dip in the pool, or relax in the back garden.
Ardross, Western Australia, Australia
1.67 km (1.1 mi) from Deep Water Point ReserveSuperhost
Accommodates: 2
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the gas heater was great on cold nightswe stayed for 2 months and the apartment was perfectthe rooms are big clean and nicely furnished and the balcony gave a great viewmy mom also appreciated the blackout curtains in the bedroom and the heaters on colder nightscomfortable and homely apartment - all you need for a self-catering visit to perthCleanliness:
very clean and brightfantastic place clean and spaciousthe place was spotless convenient and comfortableapartment was spotlessly clean light and airythe apartment was clean comfortable and spaciousHost:
wonderful hosts highly recommendshe is a great hostrachel herself is possibly the friendliest host we've ever metrachel and family are fantastic hosts who make you feel at homerachel & paul are very warm welcoming hostsRead more reviewsLocation:
in a great locationgreat location too - quiet street but close to the river shopping and fremantlean easy 15 min walk to garden city mallexcellent location with transport shopping and restaurants/cafes within easy walking distanceshops and nice restaurants are close by so shopping and eating were covered
3. Secluded bedroom in a leafy suburb
This cozy room in a single story home is private, with its own entryway from the side of the house. Found in the bedroom is a cushy queen-size bed, with an adjoining en-suite, a wardrobe space, a 53.3-centimeter (21-inch) flat screen TV, and air conditioning. Guests will also find a microwave, fridge, toaster, sandwich maker, tea kettle, plates, and glasses. If you want more than basic light meal preparation then there’s a gas-hooded BBQ outside the room, great for grilling in summer and winter. A plastic basin is provided for general clean-up. One parking space is provided, and there’s ample free street parking.
Applecross, Western Australia, Australia
2.01 km (1.3 mi) from Deep Water Point ReserveAccommodates: 2
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the wifi worked really wellvery generous breakfast pack of homemade muesli toast & jam tea & coffee making facilitiesin the room you'll get free milk tea/coffee orange juice yoghurt water and cerealsfridge microwave toaster and kettle in the room to help you start the daythe room was immaculate quiet comfortable and a really great place to stayCleanliness:
everything is clean and as advertiseda comfortable and clean roomclean comfy and stylish with everything you needfantastic room so beautiful and cleanthe bathroom is attractive modern and clean with a big showerHost:
she is a fantastic hostamazing value and two amazing hosts :))lovely place very hospitable hosts thank you bernie and brucemany thanks to bernie who was a very friendly and helpful hostbernie & bruce were great hosts there with advice and assistance when neededRead more reviewsLocation:
nice place in a great locationthe location is walking distance to shops and plenty of great restaurants and cafesa lovely space and close to everythinga wonderful location in peaceful suburbclose to some cool cafes and restaurants in a beautiful suburb
4. Lovely two-bedroom apartment with a pool
This two-bedroom first-floor apartment offers a sizable amount of dazzle. The living room is adorned with shiny hardwood floors, soft leather furniture, and tasteful decor. This area opens onto a balcony with nice peeks of the Swan River and city skyline. Go wild in the full-service kitchen and cook a three-course meal for a gathering of friends, or go light and prepare a tasty snack for a night in to enjoy free Netflix TV. The apartment complex is surrounded by beautiful gardens, and there’s a crystal blue swimming pool. The neighborhood is great, with fine restaurants and a gourmet 24-hour supermarket. The iconic art deco-style Raffles Hotel is in the area, and is a wonderful spot for a drink while enjoying impeccable views. Don’t forget to explore the scenic Swan River up close, with its many biking and walking tracks, located just down the street from this lodging.
1.68 km (1.1 mi) from Deep Water Point Reserve
5. Stunning apartment seven minutes away from CBD
Though alongside a variety of top-notch bars, cafes, and restaurants, and near major bus and rail links, this beautiful two-bedroom apartment is still nestled in a quiet area. A 24-hour supermarket is nearby, and it’s a three-minute walk to Swan River. Fully-loaded with generous luxuries, this apartment is the ideal place to exercise your culinary skills in the full chef’s kitchen, or sit back and enjoy free speedy Wi-Fi, a full 116.8 centimeter (46-inch) plasma TV, a DVD player, and an iPod dock. There’s a laundry room with an ironing board and iron, so no need to cart dirty clothes to a laundromat. This apartment is keenly decorated. Both bedrooms are cozy, with the master possessing a queen-size bed, and the second bedroom offering two twin size beds.
Applecross, Western Australia, Australia
1.32 km (0.9 mi) from Deep Water Point Reserve
6. Nicely-appointed three-bedroom townhouse
Situated in a peaceful neighborhood, this three-bedroom townhouse is spacious, clean, and well maintained throughout. The roomy kitchen is bright, with plenty of counter top space and efficient appliances. The rooms are warm, providing two queen-size beds in the first and second bedrooms and two double bunk beds in the third. This accommodation is near everything. Walk to Swan River and Applecross Village Shopping Center. Both Perth CBD and Freemantle are a 17-minute car ride. If you need to use public transit, the bus stop is around the corner. Routes run to Perth and Elizabeth Quay every 15 minutes and Freemantle every 20 minutes. Don’t miss the chance to visit the Jeff Joseph Reserve, just a few streets away. The Reserve is a top place to have a picnic, overlooking the river with a fabulous view of Perth.
Applecross, Western Australia, Australia
2.03 km (1.3 mi) from Deep Water Point Reserve
7. Two-bedroom apartment with a pool in amazing location
Everything you need for a comfortable stay is nearby at this fine-looking two-bedroom apartment. Just minutes on foot to Swan River, this apartment has a 24-hour supermarket across the street and it caters to everyone, whether you’re shopping for cooked meals, fresh produce, or a variety of spirits. This apartment is within walking distance of top restaurants, like Raffles and Clancy’s Fish Pub. Getting around is a breeze, with the Canning Bridge train station within walking distance. This train station quickly takes you into the heart of Perth. The apartment’s refreshing pool and relaxing garden are open to guests. This apartment boasts everything from a handy dishwasher and Nespresso coffee maker, to complimentary Wi-Fi and fragrant shampoo.
Applecross, Western Australia, Australia
1.72 km (1.1 mi) from Deep Water Point ReserveTop guest reviews
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wifi was great and the space is immaculatekitchen amenities are good and easy to usekath provided us with breakfast starters like cereals milk coffee tea which was very thoughtfuli've recommended air b & b to my uninitiated friend's and made a special mention for kathys apartmentthe bed was super comfortable and warm and the interior was stylish and homelyCleanliness:
clean and tidy apartmentextremely clean and moderna well equipped home with clean linen and comfy bedsthe apartment was very clean and well equippedthis place is incredibly clean and well furnishedHost:
kathy was a wonderful hostour hosts were great too helpful thoughtful and politekathy is a wonderful host and very responsivehost is so super kind and welcoming and nice when i contact her anytime help us and kindlove this place friendly and very accommodating hostRead more reviewsLocation:
location is perfect with everything close bygreat location for young familythe location was perfectgreat place in great locationgreat location and excellent value for money
8. Stylish three-bedroom townhouse
Possessing a subtle, yet striking, black and white color scheme, this 3-bedroom townhouse is a nice family lodging. This townhouse offers a lush and secluded tropical garden, complete with BBQ and comfy outdoor furniture. Guests can loosen up, crack open a beer, and enjoy the surroundings. For indoor fun, the entire family can enjoy books, toys, Lego, a DVD player with an array of movies, and a Wii video game console. With Swan River just down the road, enjoy water recreation, like kite surfing. Lessons are available in the area. The host provides beach towels, a cricket set, a picnic blanket, and even buckets and spades, so you and the family can enjoy the kid-friendly shallow water and sandy beaches of the river. Children will thrill at the sight of dolphins and black swans seen on a daily basis!
Applecross, Western Australia, Australia
2.38 km (1.5 mi) from Deep Water Point ReserveAccommodates: 6
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instructions for things like wifi are posted in the house nicely in frames on the wallwe enjoyed our stay at the sanctuary met all our expections and requirements very spacious and comfortableCleanliness:
the place is clean tooa sanctuary indeed a clean stylish comfortable house with a beautiful garden full of succulents and warbling birdsthe beds were comfortable bathrooms were very clean and the kitchen was well equiped for cooking home mealsHost:
morag is a wonderful hostvery happy with place and hostthank you morag for being a great host with any queries we hadmorag is a lovely host who is friendly and welcomingthis is a fantastic home to stay at with even a fantastic service from the hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great location for strolling along the riverside at sunsetfantastic townhouse in a great locationlocal shops and cafes within a 10 minute walk with good bus links to the city close bywell maintained house in good neighbourhood within walking distance of the river would stay againloved the location and the house with nice backyard garden
9. Adorable Kintail Road charm
This centrally-located first-floor apartment, on a tree-lined street, is only two minutes walking to supermarkets, grocers, and the cafe and restaurant district of Applecross Village Shopping Center. A stroll to Swan River is just four minutes long. If you want to explore further, Perth’s Central Business District is a quick 15-minute drive, Fremantle is less than 20 minutes away, and Garden City shopping center is only eight minutes away by car. Fully furnished with an easy-going decor and lots of character, this lovely two-bedroom provides a cushy queen- size bed in the inviting bedroom, and a claw bath and soothing shower in the bathroom. Bed linen, bath towels, and shampoo are supplied. There’s one free parking space, Wi-Fi, a TV, a washer, and a dryer. The kitchen offers a Nespresso coffee machine, light breakfast provisions, cooking basics, a fridge, an oven, and a stove.
2.44 km (1.6 mi) from Deep Water Point ReserveAccommodates: 2
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i particularly loved the free wifi deep bath provision of light breakfast items and nespresso machinethe apartment was exactly as described and was awesomethe unit was accurately described and the bed is very comfortablewe enjoyed breakfast on the balcony and enjoyed walking along the river just a few minutes from the apartmentthe apartment is extremely well equipped and chardonay provides everything you might need for your stayCleanliness:
very clean and comfortable apartmentvery clean and lovely apparmentthe check-in process is simple and the apartment is quiet clean and cozyon top of that the apartment is very clean and very well equippedloved my stay at chardonay’s apartment lots of thoughtful touches and very cleanHost:
awesome hospitality and so helpfulthe host definitely has a good tastechardonnay's an amazing host very accommodating - always quick to reply to any messageswe are strongly recommending both the host and the place to any traveler daniel and magdalenachardonay is an excellent host and was always quick to answer any queries we hadRead more reviewsLocation:
very pleasant walk to nearby beachit's located right by the river and close to lots of interesting little shopsgreat place in a wonderful locationgreat venue location & value for moneygood location everything perfect we will be back
10. Private sanctuary with car and boat cruise
You couldn’t ask for a better accommodation. Tailor-made for adventurers or those who just want a quiet refuge, this three-bedroom estate is five minutes from Garden City shopping center, Fremantle, Perth Zoo, and the ferry to Elizabeth Quay. Guests can cool off in the sparkling above-ground pool, or take a walk along the Swan River to delicious restaurants, charming shops, and intimate bars. The host will happily make arrangements for a loaner car, if needed, or a lovely river cruise, if desired. This lodging features unlimited Wi-Fi and Netflix for your indoor entertainment. Guests are welcome to paddle the owner’s kayak on the river, or ride the family bikes along the river bank to Applecross Village Shopping Center. Picnic basket, blanket, and beach toys are provided. There’s also a trampoline and a shaded private outdoor area, with BBQ, near the pool.
Applecross, Western Australia, Australia
2.4 km (1.5 mi) from Deep Water Point ReserveAccommodates: 6
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owners were very responsive - bought a portable heater when we told them of the cold at nightsthe living room was comfortable kitchen was well-equipped the bed was cozyplaying place like trampoline swimming pool basket ball bicycles are welcome to usethis is a great place plenty of space lovely comfy bedsthe beds could easily accomodate 8-10 pax with 3 bedroomsCleanliness:
great accommodation very clean and stylishthe place is very clean and homelyneat and clean place to staytheir place is clean and comfortthe place was clean and linens were freshHost:
nice host being very helpful whenever neededtony was a great hostmel is a friendly hostvery helpful accommodating hoststhe host is friendly and welcomedRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is greatgreat location lovely housethe location is very safe and walkablethis house is perfect great location an great padwe had a great time staying in applecross close to the river and shops within walking distance
Hello, Applecross!
The dominate feature of Applecross is the Swan River. Providing not just a great backdrop to this leafy suburb, Swan River is a body of water that offers wonderful recreation that’s just as appealing as the city excitement of Perth. Don’t miss the chance to paddle a kayak, take a leisurely stroll along the banks, cycle on the many bike paths, and, of course, drink-in the amazing views of the water and the Perth skyline. And to enhance your trip, don’t forget to book a stay at one of these Airbnb vacation rentals!
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