Earth house vacation rentals in Australasia

Bussells Bushland Cottages - Family Cottage

Bussells Bushland Cottages is a 20 hectare "Land for Wildlife" property. Our 8 rammed-earth cottages are set apart in order to preserve privacy. Walk trails criss-cross the bush block which has wonderful stands of old-growth trees, as well as being home to a wide variety of bird life and mobs of kangaroos. The quoted room rate for 1 or 2 persons is based on the use of 1 bedroom. If, for any reason, guests require to use the 2nd bedroom, an extra bed charge will be levied payable before arrival.

Tuena Cottage

Tuena Cottage is a beautiful mud-brick home made with the dirt on which it stands. Situated on three acres of garden, this character filled home is ready to be enjoyed. Nestled amongst the rolling hills and only an 8 minute drive to the local watering hole 'Coldstream Brewery', this is the perfect place to escape the hustle and bustle of everyday life and relax after a day of exploring all the Yarra Valley has to offer. For the winter traveller we offer an open fire place to keep you cosy.

Nest

Nestled away in a private location, is a wonderful retreat perfect for two. Views across natural bushland , you are only 2 minutes by car to Mt Martha Village and beautiful South Beach Set on 2 acres, 'NEST' is stand alone from the main house. Sit on the deck, or 'egg' swing chair and enjoy your afternoon sundowners. Mt Martha is perfectly located on the Mornington Peninsula, to enjoy all its fantastic attractions...beaches, biking, hot springs, coastal walks, restaurants and wineries.

The Lily Pad, Warburton

The Lily Pad is a cosy architect-designed, self-contained luxury villa, cantilevered over a tranquil billabong. Sit on the deck under a canopy of stars, serenaded by frogs. Enjoy a picnic beneath the magnolia tree. Renovated in Oct 2024, it features an ensuite kitchen & bathroom, with access to the surrounding 3.5-acre property. Described as a "little slice of paradise" by architect & former Grand Designs host Peter Maddison, the property offers stunning mountain views from every direction

101 Love Shack

Our rustic 1903 mud-brick studio is made from river sand and mud sourced from the local Great Western area. The studio was built as a fruit kitchen by the Patching family who owned and operated a number of orchards along Concongella Creek and Salt Creek. The fruit kitchen has been recently renovated into a 1-bed studio which offers history and modern comforts. The cottage is surround by farm land meaning there is an abundance of animals to watch and enjoy, including Kangaroos.

Amazing 3 bedroom house on 5 acres

We are sure you will enjoy the stunning views down the Kanimbla Valley and the surrounding Blue Mountains escarpment. 'Nes Kanimbla', which means Miracle of the Kanimbla, is a 3 bedroom architecturally designed house set on 5 acres in the Kanimbla Valley, just 2 hours from Sydney. There is a large deck overlooking the acreage, a steam room, a full kitchen with dishwasher, 3x bedrooms each with ensuite bathroom, and a large open plan dining and lounge with extensive views.

La Lourdes – Private hideaway near Bingin beach

La Lourdes – Private hideaway near Bingin beach Meet La Lourdes —one-fifth of Bandido Bali, the grooviest villas in Uluwatu. A bamboo hideaway just steps from the Indian Ocean, wrapped in lush gardens and fruit trees, with a sun-drenched deck and world-class waves within walking distance. Handcrafted interiors, playful details, and that unmistakable Bandido flair. Unlike anything else in the area—because ordinary isn’t our thing.

River'esque Villa

A luxurious Balinese-inspired self contained villa in beautiful Margaret River. Relax amongst the tall trees on your own private balé verandah. Riveresque was voted one of the top ten romantic retreats in the country by Australian Traveller Magazine, voted number one in Australia with a Stellar Stays Award, and is a member of the TripAdvisor Hall of Fame for Excellence.

The Artist's House, Bundanoon NSW

Discretely situated amongst bushland yet just a short stroll from the village of Bundanoon, is The Artist's House. Handcrafted by a well known local artist, this enchanting property offers you a very special and unique getaway for one or two couples. See guest access information for pricing information if you require more than one bedroom.

Cascade Cottage, a Couples Retreat

Cascade Cottage is our couples retreat built of stone and rammed earth sourced from the property. Our Studios are built of stone and rammed earth, have cozy queen beds with beautiful fresh linens and super warm donnas. This cottage has a fully self contained open plan kitchen and a spacious bathroom with a beautiful claw footed bathtub.

The Mudbrick Cottage, off-grid retreat Warburton

A simple, earthy offgrid cottage, built with reclaimed timbers and handmade mudbricks. The Mudbrick Cottage is a peaceful and inviting space where natural living meets beauty. The Cottage has a rustic charm with exposed wood beams, high ceilings, a wood fire, and a newly built deck to enjoy the call of wildlife.

Eco-friendly earth covered house

This unique house is earth covered and naturally air conditioned, using the thermal mass of the earth to achieve ultra low energy consumption. Set on a conservation property, it's great for couples craving a soul restoring getaway and privacy. Come and see how little energy you really need to live comfortably!