Family-friendly vacation rentals in Australasia

Vintage Caravan, Rainforest & Lyrebirds

Our 1959-vintage caravan is just 12ft long, best for a couple or two friends. At a pinch, two children could sleep in the king single bed; see the photos and description further down. Wake up to the sounds of Lyrebirds, enjoy a private walk in our rainforest gully and stroll around the garden, one of the best private gardens in the Dandenongs. Offering a minimum one-night stay for a quick getaway, or stay longer & enjoy the peace, sit by the fire - made from a beer keg, and roast marshmallows.

Indoor spaces · Family · Beach

Gawthorne's Hut TOP 10 favourite in the WORLD.

Gawthorne's Hut-luxurious, architect designed, off grid Eco hut just for couples --the newest of Wilgowrah's unique country escapes incl Wilgowrah Church and Tom's Cottage. Built to capture stunning views it provides guests with peace, privacy and a sense of isolation. King bed, full bath, shower, flushing toilet, kitchenette, WiFi, air-conditioning (with some limitations) and Fire Pit -closed during periods of high fire danger. Children 2-12yrs or Infants 0-2 not accepted. Pets not accepted.)

Indoor spaces · Kitchen · Location

FNQ Blooms Tropical Flower Farm Lodge

The Tropical Flower Lodge sits at the foothills of Mt Bartle Frere, surrounded by lush rainforest and vibrant tropical gardens. Our property is also a working flower farm, home to a wide variety of Heliconias and Gingers. The lodge is completely self‑sustaining. Fresh spring water flows though the property a gravity‑fed system, our on‑site waterfall generates clean hydroelectric power. Guests often tell us it feels like staying in a hidden, eco‑friendly sanctuary where nature does all the work.

Indoor spaces · Family · Check-in

The Stand Alone

The Stand Alone is an intimate, earthy retreat made for 2 Our cabin is a sanctuary where forest meets the sea, a quiet place for communion and reconnection with nature. Amid the salty air and birdsong, our bed looks to the trees and a deep bath with unlimited hot water. Humble living in luxury, the wood stove keeps things cozy and Belgian cushions are perfect for sprawling out in the evenings. Located in sleepy Lufra Cove, a magical corner of Eaglehawk Neck. Follow us at @thestandalonetasmania

Kitchen · Family · Beach

Relax and unwind at Three Paddocks and a Hill

Experience a taste of life in the country, with all the comforts of home - relax and recharge at Three Paddocks and a Hill. Just 10 minutes from Cygnet and less than an hour from Hobart, your relaxing break awaits. Set among paddocks and wooded hills on our farm, you'll feel completely removed from the hustle and bustle of the normal every day. Watch the fairy wrens dance outside, take in the huge skies and towering eucalyptus trees, pat a goat, and if you're lucky, see the wedge-tailed eagles.

Indoor spaces · Kitchen · Location

The Barn - 5 Acres of Idyllic Bushland With Views

Set between stunning natural bushland & Gippsland's sprawling agricultural hills, 'The Barn' offers a unique escape back into nature's gentle rhythm. Relax on 5 acres of private forest with valley views. Inside, enjoy the carefully curated spaces & timber furnishings. Soak in the views from the bath. Keep an eye out for a koala, wallaby or lyrebird. Cook your own wood-fired pizza (season-dependent). Explore local national parks or swim at some of Victoria’s most beautiful, untouched beaches.

Family · Indoor spaces · Decor

Bus & Hot Tub - Secluded Eco Forest Retreat

Huntingdon Tier Forest Retreat – atop a mountain in Tasmania's Southern Midlands. This luxurious, private & unimposing eco retreat is a place to escape, relax & reconnect. Soak in the woodfired hot tub & lounge by a warm fire or from your comfy bed, gaze through the treetops to the mountains beyond & observe local wildlife. Take a wander & enjoy a natural meditation cave just 30 metres below. Single night stays are welcomed, however guests often say they wish they had've stayed longer!

Indoor spaces · Kitchen · Access

Chalet Kanimbla

Escape to our mountain-top retreat, perched 792 meters above sea level, offering breathtaking 360-degree views of the Blue Mountains. Enjoy the Cedar lined Steam Sauna, the stargazing by the cosy Fire Pit, and wake up to kangaroos greeting you at your doorstep. Just 2 hours from Sydney, explore the wonders of the Blue Mountains, or venture 30 minutes to Lake Lyell for a day of water sports. Unplug and unwind in a setting where the sky meets the peaks, and nature is your closest neighbour.

Family · Indoor spaces · Value

Wagtails Watch Off-Grid Tiny Home Retreat

Wagtails Watch is a private off-grid tiny home set on our 50-acre farm in Bindoon, just an hour from Perth. Thoughtfully designed for slow mornings, starry skies and cosy evenings by the fire, it’s a place to switch off and experience a little slice of country life. Whether it’s a romantic getaway, an adventure with friends, or a solo retreat, you’ll find space to relax and breathe in the fresh air. We warmly welcome all guests and strive to create an inclusive, safe space for everyone.

Indoor spaces · Kitchen · Hospitality

The Songbird | Waterfront Escape

Where the sea sings and time slows… On Bruny Island’s quiet edge, The Songbird - a 1960s shack, lovingly restored - offers a romantic hideaway just metres from the water’s edge. Linen-draped interiors, a flickering fire, and an antique outdoor bath invite you to pause. Wake to the morning chorus and the scent of salt air, and soak beneath stars as the world hushes around you. Here, the rhythm of waves meets the melody of birdsong - and everything unnecessary falls quietly away.

Indoor spaces · Kitchen · TV

MarshMellow cabin in nature - creek tub fire beach

Experience the magic of a tiny cabin set amongst a grove of gum trees beside a creek around the bend from an isolated beach in a little-known corner of Tasmania. Everything is tiny, but guests tell us it has everything you need... including some luxurious touches like European linen. Expect birdsongs, the tidal rising and falling of the creek, sea breezes, moonrises, smoky clothes, salty skin, starlight. Proud finalists in the 2025 Airbnb Host Awards - Best Nature Stay

Kitchen · Indoor spaces · Long stay

Practice Ground

Surrounded by the dramatic sandstone escarpments of the Capertee Valley (Wiradjuri Country), relax and unwind in your own 20-acre parcel of bushland. Practice Ground is an architecturally designed retreat with all modern comforts and spectacular views of the surrounding landscape from every room of the house, as well as multiple outdoor spaces. Explore the beauty of the nearby World Heritage-listed wilderness of the Wollemi National Park.

Indoor spaces · Kitchen · Bathroom