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34 Gorgeous Beach House Rentals Around the World

The beachiest bungalows, penthouses, and estates from California to Cape Town.
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There's nothing like waking up to the sound of crashing waves or looking out over scenic ocean vistas while enjoying a morning coffee. From a remote stay in a bungalow in French Polynesia, to a one-bedroom ideal for enjoying the popular beaches and nightlife of Los Angeles, there are so many great Airbnbs on the beach to pick from. With fantastic views of the waterfront, great amenities, and unparalleled seaside access, these picks are spectacular all year long.

From California to Cape Town, we've found some of the best rentals in the world for an idyllic beach vacation, perfect for solo travelers, families, group vacations, and couples alike. Whether you're a beach bum who sticks to laying in the sand or a water baby who can't wait to swim, surf, and scuba dive, we've found a stay for you. Take a look at our top 35 picks below, or check out our editor-favorite Airbnbs for some additional land-lover finds.

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    Venice Beach, Los Angeles

    Eccentric Venice Beach is, well, a different kind of beach, teeming with street performers, bodybuilders, skaters, and more. This Airbnb isn't your average rental either, with its emerald green exterior, ultra-colorful furniture, and a rooftop garden with a view of the beach and boardwalk just a block away. With three bedrooms and three baths, there's plenty of room for the whole family.

    $932 at Airbnb (starting price)
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    Malibu, California

    Bed & bath: 1 bedroom, 1 bath
    Top amenities: Outdoor deck with ocean view, two-person kayak, large sliding glass doors

    This romantic one-bedroom Malibu retreat has been recommended by Condé Nast Traveler more than once—it's earned a spot on our best Los Angeles Airbnbs list. It has broad appeal, fitting for a weekend beach getaway or an urban escape—it’s an hour drive away from downtown LA, but sometimes a little distance is just what you need. Sunset views, a rain shower, the sound of waves—this place has it all.

    $578 at Airbnb (starting price)
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    Cardiff-by-the-Sea, California

    Bed & bath: 2 bedrooms, 2 baths
    Top amenities: Halo 5 water filtration system, ocean views, outdoor deck with grill and furniture, beach chairs, umbrella, boogie boards

    We love a beach house. But you know what we really love? A beach penthouse. This swanky stay’s sophisticated design is nothing like the kitschy, albeit lovable beach houses you're used to. It’s more like a spa, with Turkish cotton towels and an ultra-mod outdoor shower. Plus, it sleeps four comfortably, and comes with beach gear, a crib, and kids toys and books. Turns out elegant and kid-friendly are not mutually exclusive descriptors.

    $355 at Airbnb (Starting Price)
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    Oceanside, California

    Bed & bath: 1 bedroom, 1 bath
    Top amenities: Beach access, shared balcony or patio, strong Wi-Fi

    Modern and vintage decor merge in this cozy beachfront villa built in the 1940s. The bright one-bedroom unit has vaulted ceilings that open up the space, a balcony, and a stone fireplace. It’s on the second story (and can only be accessed by stairs); size-wise, it is best suited for a solo vacay or a romantic getaway with a significant other. Located in Oceanside, a low-key beach town that’s popular for surfing and has nearly four miles of coastline, it’s situated halfway between the OC and San Diego, making it a great weekend getaway from either location.

    $275 at Airbnb (starting price)
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    San Diego, California

    Bed & bath: 1 bedroom, 1 bath
    Top amenities: Full kitchen, walk-in rain shower with jet sprays, beach toys and chairs available upon request

    This Rockaway beach one-bedroom is only four houses away from the boardwalk and 15 minutes from the airport. Guests have access to a parking spot, laundry machine, and family amenities like a Pack ‘n’ Play, as well as more luxe amenities like a walk-in rain shower. There’s a sleeper sofa in the living room in case you’re traveling with older kids or in a group of three.

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    $202 at Airbnb (starting price)
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    Sea Ranch, California

    Bed & bath: 3 bedrooms, 2 baths
    Top amenities: Upstairs study, fully electric with solar panels, fast Wi-Fi

    Named the Rosey Ranch, this two-bedroom 1970s modern vernacular home in Sea Ranch is movie set-gorgeous. It’s dripping in sunny, warm wood and filled with window-adjacent reading nooks. The remote location by Walk on Beach is very much a nature retreat—find a personal garden, plus foxes, rabbits, seals, whales, dolphins, crabs, and starfish nearby. This is a great work-from-home beach house option, with fast Wi-Fi and a dedicated, private workspace. A shared swimming pool and hot tub are included to enjoy on your lunch break.

    $465 at Airbnb (starting price)
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    Vero Beach, Florida

    Bed & bath: 3 bedrooms, 2 baths
    Top amenities: Self check-in, outdoor swing set, outdoor gas grill, parking for three cars

    This three-bedroom in Vero Beach is one of our top recs for families and groups. This rental is a one-minute walk to a dog-friendly beach and is decked out with amenities: There are beach chairs, umbrellas, and boogie boards, 600 Mbps internet for any remote workers, a dedicated workspace, an outdoor dining space that fits six, a firepit and gas grill, parking for three cars, and even an electric vehicle charger.

    $570 at Airbnb (starting price)
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    Koloa, Hawaii

    Bed & bath: 4 bedrooms, 4 baths
    Top amenities: Private heated pool, Tommy Bahama furnishings, four primary suites

    Settled on a winding road, this stately, wood-finished four-bedroom home, which sleeps eight comfortably, is named “The Orchid House.” Kauai visitors who stay here can enjoy sunrise and ocean views, an upper-level balcony, outdoor dining area fit for grilling, swimming pool and spa, and indoor-to-outdoor architectural flow. It’s walking distance to Poipu Beach and Shipwreck Beach—the waters of Poipu are protected by lava rocks, making it a good choice for families, while Shipwreck has rougher surf. At both, you can catch monk seals and sea turtles sunbathing in the sand.

    $1,455 at Airbnb (starting price)
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    Captain Cook, Hawaii

    Bed & bath: 2 bedrooms, 2 baths
    Top amenities: 1,000-square-foot sundeck, state-of-the-art water filtration system, Wolf gas range

    This secluded, luxe two-bedroom is located in the Big Island’s Milolii, the oldest fishing village in Hawaii, and even more precisely, atop a lava flow on the South Kona coast. The space was remodeled in 2015 and has a 1000-square-foot sundeck that heightens views: Get ready for sunsets and Hawaii’s ever-present rainbows arching through the unobstructed sky. Guests can spot humpback whales, spinner dolphins, and turtles swimming in the sea. This house is well-stocked: the kitchen provides all the tools needed to throw together dreamy dinners on the deck, and paddleboards allow for exploration in your own aquatic backyard. Just be sure to pick up groceries, as the location isn’t proximal to restaurants. The rental is a doable drive to Volcano National Park and the island’s famous black- and green-sand beaches, though. And on that note, a rental car is necessary to navigate the rugged terrain—and a benefit to the Big Island experience.

    $390 at Airbnb (starting price)
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  • Hanalei Bay, Hawaii

    Whether you’re catching waves or rays, this two-bedroom beachfront bungalow in peaceful Hanalei Bay on the island of Kauai has it all. A panoramic ocean view graces the front yard while a postcard-worthy mountain scene backdrops the Nā Pali Coast home. After a day spent enjoying the complementary surfboards on the world-famous white sand beaches, refresh under one of the two outdoor showers, and whip up a smoothie in the modern, open-concept kitchen. Did we mention that the historic, art-filled town and farmers market are walkable or bikeable from here, too?

    $1,250 at Airbnb (starting price)

  • Westhampton Beach, New York

    Bed & bath: 6 bedrooms, 3 baths
    Top amenities: Private beach access, patio and balcony, beach essentials, pool

    This large home can fit 12 guests, with six bedrooms and three bathrooms. The stunning home has large picture windows in many of the rooms, looking out onto the beautiful shoreline or cozy shrubby pitch pine trees that grow near the sea. While direct beach access is the main draw here, the large decks and private pool are fun places to hang out after the sun sets, too. Inside the home, there is a spacious kitchen and a double great room where everyone can join together to eat meals and enjoy each other’s company.

    $1,893 at Airbnb (starting price)
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    Amagansett, New York

    Bed & bath: 3 bedrooms, 2 baths
    Top amenities: Suspended fireplace, vintage furniture, second-floor deck, outdoor shower, beach chairs and umbrella, high-powered binoculars, games

    Located halfway between Amagansett and Montauk, this design-forward summer house sits on Napeague Stretch, a spit of land so skinny you can see the sea on either side of it. The two-bedroom is configured with a king, queen, and sofa bed, making it well-suited for a family with older kids, or a group of four or five friends. It’s also an architectural marvel with a sculpted aesthetic and original details like corrugated walls and a suspended fireplace, plus plenty of windows to let the light in. Naturally, the furniture is Scandinavian. And it’s an Airbnb Plus, which means it meets especially high standards for design and hospitality.

    $971 at Airbnb (starting price)
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    Riverhead, New York

    Bed & bath: 2 bedrooms, 1 bath
    Top amenities: New kitchen and bathroom, outdoor shower, private path to the beach

    On Long Island's North Fork, this beachfront cottage feels clean and bright in a soothing palette of whites, creams, and pale neutrals. There's an outdoor shower, weathered shingles that look like they've been battered by the sea, and a sandy, shrubby path leading straight to the beach. The living room's sliding doors open right out onto the ocean-side of the house, should you want to let the salty breeze blow in and let the waves mesmerize you. It’s a two bedroom, suitable for a couples weekend, especially given the lovely communal wooden dining table out back.

    $700 at Airbnb (Starting Price)
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    Seaside Heights, New Jersey

    Bed & bath: 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths
    Top amenities: Enclosed outdoor shower, beach chairs, beach toys, two dedicated parking spots, foosball table, sun deck

    Amagansett may be the chiller chunk of the Hamptons, but the Jersey Shore takes the cake for the most fun swath of beach towns in the tri-state area. This cottage sits a couple blocks away from the boardwalk, waterpark, and beach, and is near a state park, too. With Netflix, soft and sumptuous furniture and pillows in every room, and a walk-in shower, this is the kind of place where you really kick back after clocking so many hours baking in the sun, it would make your dermatologist gasp.

    $400 at Airbnb (Starting Price)
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    Tybee Island, Georgia

    Bed & bath: 3 bedrooms, 2 baths
    Top amenities: Heated saltwater pool, hot tub, firepit, smart TV, outdoor shower, fully-equipped kitchen

    For a lovely day trip from Savannah, or a weekend getaway from elsewhere in the south, look no further than Tybee. The island is connected to mainland Georgia by road, and this blue bungalow is our lodging of choice. The three-bedroom is 100 yards from the beach, has family-suited bunk beds, and is equipped with a Smart TV. The patio situation is pretty stacked with amenities too, with a heated saltwater pool, a hot tub, a grill, and enough furniture for a small crowd.

    $567 at Airbnb (Starting Price)
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    Kitty Hawk, North Carolina

    Bed & bath: 1 bedroom, 1 bath
    Top amenities: Deck, beach chairs, umbrella, beach cart

    Turns out, you can have it all. This coastal cottage is calm and quiet, yet walkable to public beach access. It sits on stilts above the sand, and waves crash only a couple hundred feet away. A spacious deck that faces the sea and the sky is this Airbnb’s real showstopper, and where you'll want to spend relaxing evenings in. This is a real summer place—the one-bedroom is equipped with beach chairs, an umbrella, and a beach cart stored underneath the house, and there’s an outdoor shower where you can rinse off under the stars after one of those perfect, swimming-past-sunset beach days.

    $349 at Airbnb (starting price)
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    Hilton Head, South Carolina

    Bed & bath: 2 bedrooms, 2.5 baths
    Top amenities: Nest heating and cooling system, beach access, shared pool

    Featured on HGTV, this Hilton Head villa sure is good looking. The kitchen is granite, the views are of golf greens, the patio is secluded, the beach is near, the doors are French, the Spanish moss is out of control, and the country is low. Hilton Head is a Condé Nast Traveler reader favorite, nabbing the number one spot on the Readers' Choice Awards US Islands category several years in a row, and this classically, comfortably decorated two-bed is a great spot to bed down. Per the hosts’ guidebook, nearby gems include waterfront Old Oyster Factory Restaurant, Harbour Town Lighthouse, and Hilton Head Lighthouse Company.

    $326 at Airbnb (Starting Price)
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    Folly Beach, South Carolina

    Bed & bath: 3 bedrooms, 2 baths
    Top amenities: Front screened porch, outdoor shower, smart TV, back deck with water view

    This boho-style, historical 1930s cabin with marsh views is fit for a vintage queen. It has instruments hanging on the walls, a warm brown and blue palette, and is outfitted in vintage furnishings. It also vaunts a screened-in porch, which allows for late-night, candlelight dinners sans mosquitos. It’s no surprise this listing has artsy, coffeehouse vibes considering Folly Beach is the hipster companion to prim and proper Hilton Head.

    $407 at Airbnb (Starting Price)
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    Tillamook, Oregon

    Bed & bath: 4 bedrooms, 4 baths
    Top amenities: Fully stocked kitchen, outdoor dining area, indoor fireplace

    Do you see that window? Floor-to-ceiling glass pane after floor-to-ceiling glass pane bring sand, sea, and sky indoors. It's like a moving painting from Harry Potter but so much better because it's real. This house on a hill in Oceanside, Oregon is called the Stormwatcher for good reason. Nearby, and composing that view, is Cape Lookout, a rocky peninsula. This four-bedroom has a completely equipped kitchen and a patio with a propane grill, which allows for hours and hours of quality time hanging in, and cooking and eating as a group.

    $464 at Airbnb (Starting Price)
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    Long Beach, Washington

    Bed & bath: 2 bedrooms, 4 baths
    Top amenities: Tempur-Pedic mattresses, Apple TV, heated floors and towel bars, game room, hot tub

    This boutique cabin is fresh off of a remodel. The two-bedroom sleeps a maximum of six guests thanks to a pull-out sofa in the living room, and has space for eight at the dining table in case you have dinner guests (or just need some more elbow room). It is a great spot for a family or group—there are lawn games galore out back, including cornhole, hook and ring toss, and ladder golf, and a path directly from the backyard to the beach. Inside, there is an actual game room, with pool, table tennis, foosball, and giant Connect Four. Other key perks for maximizing the fun: a hot tub, Weber grill, roasting sticks (don’t forget to pack the marshmallows!), headlamps for night beach walks, coolers, and pretty much all the beach equipment you can think of.

    $429 at Airbnb (starting price)
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    Westerly, Rhode Island

    Bed & bath: 2 bedrooms, 1 bath
    Top amenities: Queen beds with memory foam mattresses, Le Creuset lobster pot, front and back porches

    This two-bedroom bungalow is a favorite of Traveler senior commerce editor Madison Flager. The cozy coastal home is just a short drive to the beach and downtown Westerly, giving guests the opportunity to explore more than just the sandy shores. The front porch is a fantastic spot to sip coffee in the morning or take in the evening sea air before heading out to dinner. While staying in the historic home that was built in 1918, you can expect to find locally made soaps, butcher block countertops, and a farmhouse-style sink in the kitchen. And while there are only two bedrooms, there's room for four people, making this a great girls' getaway option.

    $285 at Airbnb (starting price)
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  • Yarmouth, Massachusetts

    Bed & bath: 1 bedroom, 1 bath
    Top amenities: New marble and tile bathroom, memory foam mattress, lounge chairs on shared deck

    Coastal cottages dot the seaside in Massachusetts, but one of our favorites is this home in Yarmouth. The intimate one-bedroom, one-bathroom cottage can accommodate up to two people. The bathroom has recently been renovated with marble and tile, and the exterior got a fresh coat of paint, too, making it look bright and new again. While there is only one bedroom, there is a pull-out couch with a memory foam mattress in the living room that can accommodate another person. This place is prime Cape real estate: Colonial Acres Beach, where you can lay in the sun or dive into the ocean, is just steps from the shared patio. And don’t worry about having to bring your own beach chairs or umbrellas—the host has them on hand. If you're planning a trip, compare more of our favorite rentals on Cape Cod before you book, and study our official guide to the Massachusetts beach destination here.

    $165 at Airbnb (starting price)

  • Kennebunk, Maine

    Bed & bath: 3 bedrooms, 2 baths
    Top amenities: Two beach parking passes, two bikes (upon request), games and puzzles, TV with Roku player

    We adore the Kennebunks for their fragile rocky beaches, fresh-from-the-trap lobster, and treasure trove art galleries. This cozy cape house makes the perfect home base for spending a night or longer in the area. Its inviting salmon pink doors, charming glossy black shutters, and cozy knotty pine beams and ceilings feel like they were swiped straight out the pages of your beach read and brought to life by a New England fairy godmother. The three-bedroom fits six guests, provides beach parking passes, is a few minutes' drive from both the Rachel Carson Wildlife Refuge and Dock Square, and comes with a kitchen equipped for cooking most anything.

    $363 at Airbnb (Starting Price)
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  • Bavaro, Dominican Republic

    It doesn't get much closer to the beach than this. Walk down the steps of this thatched hut (with all the modern amenities you need, Wi-Fi and air conditioning included) onto the white sand beach in the Dominican Republic's Uvero Alto neighborhood, about 40 minutes from Punta Cana. Reviewers note you can hear the waves crashing outside the balcony window, and raved about the Superhost, Jose. He stocks the fridge with plenty of food and offers a generous number of towels to use for bathing and the beach. Inside, there is a king-size bed, a living area, and a small but fully equipped kitchen.

    $141 at Airbnb (starting price)
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    Cades Bay, Nevis

    Nevis, an almost perfectly round Leeward island just shy of sister St. Kitts, is about as laid-back of a place as you’ll ever find. Set directly on the sands of northwestern Cades Bay, this Airbnb, with two bedrooms and two baths, takes its cue from the ultra-modern architecture on nearby St. Barts—all of the living spaces can be opened up to the elements. Plus, it’s a barefoot stroll to chill Chrishi Beach Club for lunch, a beach lounger, or dinner.

    $1,300 at Airbnb (starting price)
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    Ipanema, Rio de Janiero

    You can take your pick here between Rio's most iconic beaches, as this rooftop apartment is set directly between Copacabana and Ipanema—five- and seven-minute walks away, respectively. With three bedrooms, an ultra-colorful exterior, and an outdoor terrace with a plunge pool just waiting to be Instagrammed, we're guessing you'll have a hard time even making it to the beach.

    $569 at Airbnb (starting price)
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  • Isle of Skye, Scotland

    Known for beaches that boast everything from pebbles to white sands to volcanic rocks, the Isle of Skye is nothing short of enchanting. Curl up with your group in front of the wood stove at this warm, cozy two-bedroom home. Views from the windows and skylights feature a foreground of rolling green pastures that give way to the vast blue loch. Perfect for lovers of natural beauty and fantasy, the stay is perched just a few minutes beyond the Fairy Bridge on the Waternish Peninsula and is located close to the Dunvegan Castle. For a memorable meal, don’t miss the delicious, family-owned Michelin-star restaurant Loch Bay just a short drive away.

    $269 at Airbnb (starting price)

  • Mykonos, Greece

    If you're traveling with a group of pool-lovers who prefer a view of the ocean to the actual sand, this stunning mountaintop home may be just the ticket. That said, it's a 10-minute drive down to the beaches of Mykonos should you want to take a dip in the ocean, too. Beyond the poolside lounge chairs and outdoor dining table, the Airbnb can sleep up to six inside—four on beds (a double and two twins) and two on the sofa bed. It comes with a free parking spot and fresh towels offered daily.

    $2,690 at Airbnb
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    Positano, Italy

    La dolce vita defines this dreamy Positano villa. The natural light-filled two-bedroom features a pristine, plant-filled terrace with a hot tub that overlooks the Mediterranean Sea. Take in the views while relaxing on the couch, in the comfortable loungers, or at the four-person dining table. Architectural and design details include arched doorways, gauzy window curtains, and uniquely painted floor and accent tiles, all contributing to the charming character of this Amalfi Coast mountain-side stay.

    $636 at Airbnb (starting price)

  • Hvammsvik, Iceland

    Relax under the northern lights in your own personal natural hot spring at the Hilltop House in Hvammsvik. Scenes from Game of Thrones were filmed on the Hvammsvik Nature Resort and Hot Springs property where the renovated three-bedroom historic home is located. The house was originally built in 1942 as the communication headquarters in Iceland for the British Navy, and has hosted notable guests including Winston Churchill and Franklin Delano Roosevelt Junior. Take in the bay views, fish for rainbow trout in the private lake, or go for a horseback ride as you unwind at this magical escape.

    $866 at Airbnb (Starting Price)
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    Camps Bay Beach, Cape Town

    Visiting Camps Bay Beach, the livelier of Cape Town's stretches of sand, is one of our must-dos while visiting the South African city. Just five minutes from the beach, this three-bedroom penthouse villa is all about the views: of the beach below, Lion's Head to the north, and the iconic Table Mountain at its back. You can enjoy them from a private glass pool, bedroom balconies, or from inside the living room, thanks to crystal clear, floor-to-ceiling windows—take your pick.

    $711 at Airbnb (starting price)
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    Pandawa Beach, Bali, Indonesia

    Sure, you can take a drive over to bustling Canggu, a surfer's haven with yoga studios galore (we're partial to The Practice and Desa Seni). Or, you can go for absolute serenity at this three-bedroom cliffside villa on Pandawa Beach, about 30 minutes south of Bali's Ngurah Rai Airport. Here, there's not one, but two private infinity pools, along with access to the beach below, and a housekeeper and personal butler included in the stay (a chef and driver can be added at an additional fee).

    $591 at Airbnb (starting price)
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  • Bundeena, Australia

    Bed & bath: 3 bedrooms, 2 baths
    Top amenities: Private beach, historic property, lush gardens

    “In September, I took a solo trip to recharge at this enchanting sandstone cottage on the outskirts of Sydney,” Australian travel writer and editor Rachel Lees told Traveler. Bordered by the Royal National Park, the village of Bundeena showcases a different side of the city she calls home—one with quiet beaches and nature walks dotted with Indigenous rock carvings. Built by early settlers in the mid-1800s, the three-bedroom Airbnb has been carefully restored and styled with antiques and handmade linens. “The scent of dried eucalyptus leaves suffused every room,” says Lees, who awoke each day to native birdsong and sunshine streaming through the curtains. The historic house, which is nestled amid manicured gardens that blend into the surrounding bushland, has a firepit and a wooden table on a cliff overlooking the bay. While it was “the ultimate refuge for a career-mom in need of a break,” Lees says she is already plotting her return with family and friends, “so we can enjoy those outdoor entertaining areas together.”

    $719 at Airbnb (starting price)
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