15 Ultra-Stylish Airbnbs Around Australia for Your Summer Getaway

1. The Repose

You may recognise the tranquil cottage as the setting for one of our most popular home tours. Five hours drive from Sydney CBD you'll find this lovingly restored historic cottage in the beautiful Macquarie Valley, owned and run by Jemima and Bede Aldridge and their friends, Ric and Moir Jones.

It's the perfect spot for a peaceful getaway. Picture yourself: sampling the local cuisine by day, recharging with a good book in the afternoon, and enjoying a home-cooked dinner with your favourite few people in the evenings. Rinse and repeat, as many times as budget and annual leave allow.

3. The Little Black Shack

This fisherman's cottage in a particularly secluded part of Pittwater marries the beach and the bush. Swim, walk, and then be calmed by the terrifically kitschy yet stylishly elevated fisherman-inspired décor. The outdoor rain shower and hammock, not to mention the private sandstone terrace overlooking the water, will likely top any overseas resort holiday you've banked in years past.

5. Heartwood Farm

Located in the Byron Bay Hinterland, this cottage farm stay is the ultimate luxury country accommodation. While away your time admiring the glorious country views from the round swimming pool or luxuriate with a cheese platter and glass of wine in the freestanding bath. This secluded retreat accommodates four guests and is an idyllic place to relax and recharge.

7. The Wensley

This architectural timber house built from recycled Oregon and Ironbark is an escape from the everyday into the rustic luxury of the Surf Coast Hinterland. Housing up to ten guests, it's the perfect sanctuary for families or groups of friends to unwind and bask in rolling country views and beautiful architecture. It's located a 30-minute drive to The Great Ocean Road and 20 minutes to Brae restaurant.

9. The Palm House

This relaxed cottage is anything but quaint, and that's meant in the best way possible. Country-style details updated with a modern minimalist aesthetic make this a sophisticated spot for a quiet getaway. Located about 90 minutes north of Brisbane, the home has been stylishly dressed with furnishings and homewares from Morocco, Indonesia, and India.

11. Lakeside at Ryans Rest

The list of things to do while staying at this off-grid tiny home is endless. For the adventurous, there’s canoeing to explore the dam, fishing for trout, cycling the Munda Biddi trail, taking a farm tour, birdwatching and exploring the cattle trails, to name a few.

For those who are after pure relaxation, there’s stargazing from the hammock, meditating on the outdoor deck and cooking up a meal made from Southern Forest produce up for offer.

13. Slow Beam

Design lovers will relish this exquisite Airbnb that's nestled in the bush and offers expansive views across Hobart city. The moody exterior and interior are juxtaposed by brightly coloured, iconic furniture pieces and decorative tiles.

Created to showcase Australian art and design, this home is one of Australia's most design-led Airbnb options. They provide complimentary Market Lane Coffee, Taylor & Smith cocktails and Le Labo toiletries to the lucky two guests. 

15. Ode to the Orchard

This charming country home in the Adelaide Hills wine region is one of the original stone homes in the area. The property, which houses four guests, boasts front and back porches to enjoy sunrise and sunset over the scenic Adelaide Hills area.

For the ultimate relaxation experience, we recommend soaking up the picturesque views or the stars at night from the outdoor bath, with a glass of red in hand.