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South Coast Hosts: The Best Airbnbs for Your Jervis Bay Holiday

Cloud Nine, Vincentia·Photo: Courtesy Of Airbnb

With white-sand beaches, crystal-clear waters, laid-back villages, scenic nature walks and abundant wildlife in and out of the water, there are plenty of reasons to visit Jervis Bay. These Airbnbs are a few more.

Words by Chynna Santos · Updated on 30 Jul 2026 · Published on 02 Apr 2024

Unlike the popular shorelines north of Sydney – like the Central Coast and, closer to the Queensland border, Byron Bay – the South Coast still feels a bit like an open secret. So much of it remains untouched by development and rapid tourism: the beaches are still pristine, the villages still laid-back, the restaurants and pubs still unpretentious.

Visitors coming to the South Coast from Sydney will usually find themselves in Jervis Bay, and for good reason – just three hours’ drive from the CBD, it’s a good reminder of what a good old-fashioned beach town should feel like.

Take a dip at one of its many white-sand beaches, snorkel in the protected marine park or stretch your legs on a scenic walk. Whatever you want to do in the area, we’ve rounded up eight of the best Airbnbs where you can rest your head at the end of the day.

Cloud Nine, Vincentia

You might picture a beach house as a sun-filled, white-walled space with beige and light wood accents. But Cloud Nine dials up the sophistication with a charred timber exterior, a concrete fit-out, and black furnishings to contrast with its spectacular sunrise views. This luxury villa is situated on one of Vincentia’s highest points, with 180-degree views of the bay and Point Perpendicular (even from the shower). Enjoy a breather on the upper deck and see if you can spot whales or dolphins, relax in the egg-shaped freestanding tub, take a soak in the outdoor hot tub or gather round the fire pit. Sleeps six / minimum two nights / from $1913.

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Orana Home, Sanctuary Point

While most of the houses around Jervis Bay lean into their proximity to the beach, this tranquil cabin embraces its bush surroundings. Native trees peek in through the skylights, there’s a wood fireplace for getting cosy, the outdoor area lets you sit in nature for a while, and kangaroos and kookaburras visit every now and then. But if it’s beaches you’re looking for, some of the area’s best are a short drive away. Sleeps two / minimum two nights / from $538.

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The Hideaway, Myola

Tucked away in the bush, you’ll find this tiny home that’s designed to look like a tent. It’s much comfier inside, though, with a full kitchen (including a fridge, stovetop and oven) a king bed, air conditioning and a natural-light-filled shower. You’ll have 20 acres of surrounding bushland to explore should you wish, and easy access to nearby beaches. There’s an outdoor shower, too, for rinsing off after a swim or a bushwalk. Perfect for a romantic getaway or a secluded solo trip. Sleeps two / minimum two nights / from $1066.

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This article was first published on April 2, 2024 and has since been updated with new properties and pricing.

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Chynna Santos is Broadsheet’s branded content editor.