Located around twenty kilometres (12 miles) south of Port Macquarie, New South Wales, Bonny Hills used to be the home of the fishermen, north coast timbermen, and dairy farmers from nearby Wauchope and hinterland. Nowadays, Bonny Hills is famous as a holiday destination with many types of holiday accommodation ranging from the budgeted price to the luxurious price. In this article, we have chosen the top 10 Airbnb vacation rentals if you plan to spend a holiday in Bonny Hills, Australia. Enjoy!
1. Bonny Hills Pottery bedsit (from USD 85)
If you are looking for an authentic accommodation, check out this made from mud brick flat! It has two bedrooms and can accommodate up to four people. There is a private outlook area with access to a bush reserve, a solar heated pool, and a beautiful garden for you to enjoy. A fully equipped kitchen, a TV, and Wi-Fi connection are available on the property along with some family amenities like room darkening shades, a crib, and children’s books and toys. You can reach Rainbow Beach within walking distance where you will find the surf club, restaurants and cafés, shops, and a skatepark.
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needs some air con or decent fan felt a bit stuffya really lovely granny flat with its own courtyard pool and views into a nature reservethe heater and electric heated blanket was perfect for the cold winter night as wellgreat little courtyard for outdoor eating or relaxing and a pool on property for usevery comfortable bed and spaceCleanliness:
very clean and super comfortable bedsrelaxing clean and comfortablepool was cleanfriendly simple clean value for moneythe accommodation was clean and tidy and had everything we neededHost:
hosts made us very welcomefriendly hosts nice area of the coastfriendly hosts who were available but also respected our privacythe hosts are so lovely and respect your privacy very wellfriendly hosts and my kids loved the pool with swinging ropeRead more reviewsLocation:
easy walk to shops and 2 minute drive to beachbeautiful and well locatedlocation and privacy is greatgreat accommodation within walking distance of a shop and beautiful beachpool was fun and super close to beach
2. Beachside Bliss Lake Cathie (from USD 85)
This newly renovated beachside cottage is perfect for a couple’s holiday. It has one bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen with a standard fridge, oven and a cooktop. A combined lounge/dining area has a large TV and a DVD player while the sofa can be converted into a day bed. There is a small barbecue area for you to enjoy on your holiday. Within a short walk, you can reach the Rainbow Beach, the stunning lake, and also restaurants and shops.
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the cottage is modern and comfortable spacious and well equippedfully equiped kitchen with washing machine was really nice and modernthe kitchen was well stocked and neatly labelled and in perfect conditiongreat space and decor comfortable and an easy walk to the lake beach shops and clubsCleanliness:
the accommodation was very clean & spaciousthe accommodation was clean modern and very comfortableit was clean quiet and comfortablesuper clean and well appointed a great stayits a very nice clean place for a small familyHost:
diana was a very nice hostdiana was a wonderful hostdiana is a great hostfriendly and helpful hostsdiana was a prompt and generous hostRead more reviewsLocation:
location of the property is perfectthe location is perfectly set next to a beach and walking distance to a beautiful lakeit’s very neat and tidy and close to everythingeverything was fantastic and the location was greatfantastic space in a great location
3. Gumleaf Cottage (from USD 72)
Gumleaf Cottage is nestled in 25 acres (10 hectares) of coastal forest, so birds and other native animals are your neighbours. It has one bedroom, air conditioning, a fully equipped kitchen, TV, and Wi-Fi connection. There is a covered deck with a barbecue facility that you can use during your stay. Within a two minutes’ drive, you will reach the beautiful Lake Cathie and the Middle Rock surfing beach. Lake Cathie’s bowling club, tavern, cafes, shops, and supermarket are only two minutes away from the property.
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breakfast included was an added bonusgum leaf cottage was comfortable and cosyit is was so comfortable staying and ambience was nicebasic yet comfortable cabin in a lovely bush setting on norma and darryl's propertynice cabin with everything you need for a comfortable stayCleanliness:
the bed was very comfy and it was all extremely cleandarryl and norma's place is clean and basicthe cottage was clean & neatneat and clean little cottage in a lovely quiet bush settingthe cottage was very clean and comfortable and the setting so quiet and peacefulHost:
thank you to our hospitable host darryl & normalovely quite restfull place and welcoming hostsdarryl and norma are very friendly hoststhey were friendly and genuine peoplenorma and darryl were wonderful hosts and we really appreciated their generous hospitalityRead more reviewsLocation:
wow i wish we could live this close to natureperfect place in a great spot close to townthe location of cabin was amazinga beautiful location quiet and calmperfect location from which to explore the region around lake cathie and port macquarie
4. Tallowood beachfront cottage (pet-friendly) (from USD 189)
This pet-friendly beachfront cottage is located right across the road to the Rainbow Beach. It has three bedrooms, a queen-size bedroom and another room with one queen-size bed and two bunk beds. A fully equipped kitchen with a dining area is available on the property along with air conditioning, TV, and Wi-Fi connection. There is a fully enclosed back patio for you to relax and a large garden space for boats and caravans. There are lots of wall art from local artists and surf memorabilia decorated with beautiful colours.
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the house has all the amenities you need for a comfortable beach weekend or holidayvery well appointed plenty of kitchen wares supplies and condiments providedsusan's beach cottage was immaculate; clean comfortable and contained all the handy comforts of homeplace is perfect with basic condiments and ingredients plenty of bedding and bathroom stufffreshly painted and beautifully decorated the cottage was comfortable quiet with everything you needCleanliness:
spacious clean & dog friendlya beautifully clean property with so many extrascomfortable beds couches very cleaneverything was easy/clean/per friendly huge bonusclean and nicely styled would happily stay againHost:
the owner made the property very welcominghosts are very helpful highly recommendedhospitable hosts who left a lovely little hamper of local products & informationthe hosts were kind and generous with their gorgeous cottagesusan is a fantastic host the house is immaculate and inviting and the neighbourhood is lovelyRead more reviewsLocation:
great location and lovely placeawesome location with outstanding beach house decornicely renovated and close to the beachvery comfortable and amazing locationgreat location steps from the beach
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5. Apricari - oasis by the sea (pet-friendly) (from USD 451)
If you are planning to have a small intimate family event, or just having a great family time with a bit of luxury, this accommodation is your choice to stay. This property has four bedrooms and three bathrooms, and can accommodate up to 12 people. On the ground floor, there is a common space with a ping pong table, perfect for a family game. The balcony has amazing views of the beautiful beach and you can relax and enjoy your meal and coffee there. Within a short walk, you will reach the beach and also restaurants and cafes. On certain months of the year, you can even watch the whales passing by from the balcony!
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house was well equipped with modern kitchen huge couch and a great selection of board games and booksfantastic place to stay kitchen amenities are amazing and very well equippedlittle issues with the wifi but other than that was awesomeperfect place for large families or extended family or friends plenty of room for allkitchen is well stocked we spotted a whale from the house as wellCleanliness:
all the beds were comfortable and linen was clean and stylishthe place is neat and clean and were provided with extra towels and blankets which came in handythe place was clean and in excellent conditionmodern and well appointed and very cleanvery clean and great little touches everywhereHost:
and our hosts even provided some special treats to help us celebrate my husbands birthdaysusan was a great host everything was better in realitysusan is a lovely and helpful hostthanks to susan for hosting usRead more reviewsLocation:
the walk to a beautiful beach close by was spectacularthe location is great toobeautiful home great location relaxing atmospheregreat location close to a nature reserve and beachesbeautifully presented home in great location
6. Bonny's Retreat Villa
This self-contained villa is located only within a short walk from the stunning Rainbow beach. It has two bedrooms and can accommodate up to five people. Along with a fully equipped kitchen, the property comes with a Wi-Fi connection, cable TV, heating, and a washer. There is a private courtyard with a four-burner hooded barbecue for a barbie night. Within a short walk, you will reach the park, supermarket, and the surf club nearby.
7. The Shack
“The Shack” has everything you need for your holiday at Bonny Hills. It is situated across the Bonny Hills headland and it has a beach access, which is only a short stroll away through the littoral rainforest. With approximately 60m2 of living space, the property has one spacious bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen with a dining and lounge area, TV, Wi-Fi connection and essentials. It also has a small courtyard with barbecue and seating.
8. Akama Vista
Located just at the end of the Rainbow Beach, this one-bedroom accommodation is perfect for those who are looking for a calm retreat place to stay. There is an enclosed fenced garden and the property is situated in the quiet residential area. Wi-Fi connection, a TV, AC, and a washer are available on this property. A fully equipped kitchen, a barbecue and pizza oven are some of the great features this property offers. You can even make a pizza party during your holiday! Pets are welcome here, too.
Bonny Hills, New South Wales, AustraliaTop guest reviews
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really nice split level apartment great amenities and ocean viewsotherwise coffee making facilities excellent and a well stocked kitchenhouse was quite modern and comfortableon the plus side the bedroom and bathroom were comfortable and as expectedgreat place for walks swims and relaxingCleanliness:
spotlessly clean and thoughtfully designedvery clean and stylish and our dog was most welcomethe place was clean and tidygreat space clean and comfortablethe place was clean roomy and well equippedHost:
the response was quick and friendlygreat host who was easy to communicate withowners in the front were very friendly and quietsusan was helpful when responding to my questionsas the owners of the main home appeared to have a business being run from home/joinery or the likeRead more reviewsLocation:
nice location for long weekendgreat location if you a wanting a secluded trip awaythe location was nice and quite and close to some coastal walksgreat location and a awesome town perfect little get awayclose to the beach very friendly neighborhood
9. Dolphin View (from USD 99)
This beautiful beach house is located right across the road to the Rainbow Beach. It has two double bedrooms and it can accommodate up to four people. There is a front balcony in one of the bedrooms and there is a back courtyard with a barbecue facility for you to enjoy after a day of surfing and swimming. A fully equipped kitchen, TV, and Wi-Fi connection are available on the property.
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great apartment with stunning sea viewsvery comfortable and with a beautiful view of the water off rainbow beachwe loved having breakfast on the balcony looking at the beachsensational view of the sea comfortable beds great cooking great shower all-in-all i recommend it to anyonevery lovely apartment overlooking the seaCleanliness:
very clean and brightplace was clean and comfortablewonderful clean and comfortable flatimpeccably clean comfortable and lovingly looked afterthe place was very clean and niceHost:
welcoming and pleasant hostthe hosts were very welcomingour hosts were great very genuinely lovely peoplethanks for your kind hospitalityhosts were approachable and very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
great location with a quick walk to the beachsuch a perfect locationfantastic place in a great locationleanne’s place is very well located just a few minutes walking from the beacha beautiful spot so close to the beach
10. Abundance by the Lake
Not only famous for its stunning Rainbow Beach, Bonny Hills is also located near Lake Cathie and this accommodation is located right there too! This one-bedroom accommodation is perfect for a weekend retreat or longer and is equipped with a queen-sized bed for two people, a TV, a microwave and a toaster, a fridge, and air conditioning. There is a barbeque overlooking the garden and a swimming pool for you to relax on hot days. You can enjoy kayaking, cycling, fishing, swimming, or just relaxing!
Lake Cathie, New South Wales, AustraliaAccommodates: 2
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the air-conditioning and fan were necessary and we were thankful for thema good table and study lamp were also providednice quiet room and zen surroundingswonderful room and fantastic surroundingsthe room was comfortable and a private areaCleanliness:
everything is clean and comfortablevery clean very comfortablecatherine's place was totally lovely the place was spotless and cleantheir space sparkling clean with thoughtful little extrasthe room was very clean and tidy and the outdoor garden setting was beautifulHost:
hosts we're accommodating and helpfulour hosts were friendly and welcomingthe hosts were great and gary was always around to provide us with tips or directionsgreat pool and really nice hosts lovely roomthe hosts were prompt and efficientRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is greatconvenient location and comfortable bednice central location for the areaexcellent flat in a great locationideal place for business travellers
Beach break at Bonny Hills
Take a break from your work and drive to the picturesque beach town of Bonny Hills during the spring and summer season. Enjoy a picnic or fire up the barbecue with the kids playing on the shady shores. There is nothing boring about having a beach break at Bonny Hills.
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