An alluring roadtrip down the Princes Highway at any time of the year, New South Wales‘ South Coast abounds in rugged greenery, pristine beaches and idyllic villages.
Bordering National Parks and boasting surf spots worthy of the pilgrimage, the towns of the South Coast are not to be overlooked when it comes to escaping the big smoke.
From premium stays within the likes of Mollymook and Jervis Bay, read on for our curated edit of luxe South Coast Airbnbs to book this season.
Luxe South Coast off grid Airbnb
BoxHouse, Tanja
Sleeps: Two guests
This bespoke timber shack on the far south coast is solar-powered and completely off grid. An intimate space drenched with sunlight, it’s a minimalist couple’s retreat.
Reasons to stay:
- Off-grid and environmentally conscious
- Mezzanine
- Coffee essentials
- Fire pit, barbecue and pizza oven
- In coastal farming area
Luxe South Coast Airbnbs with ocean views
RiverSong, Pambula Beach
Sleeps: Four guests
Boasting unrivalled ocean and river views near Merimbula and Pambula, this two-storey seaside loft apartment is a coastal haven. Featuring tumble polished concrete floors, furnished with eclectic pieces and on the sea breeze path, RiverSong is a getaway for those seeking the sun.
Reasons to stay:
- Balcony with panoramic views
- Loft bedroom with ocean and river views
- Barbecue
Cloud Nine, Jervis Bay
Sleeps: Six guests
Just 500m from Blenheim and Nelson’s Beach lies this contemporary stay overlooking Jervis Bay and Point Perpendicular. With a fully-equipped kitchen, decks with ocean views, an outdoor firepit and hot tub, you’re primed for a balmy holiday dinner party.
Reasons to stay:
- Outdoor hot tub
- Outdoor firepit
- Views from every room
- Fully equipped kitchen
- Stone, freestanding egg bathtub
Luxe pet-friendly South Coast Airbnb
The Loft, Mollymook Beach
Sleeps: Six guests
Architecturally designed and recently renovated, this 1970s beach house across the road from Mollymook Beach teems with natural light and spotted gum timber flooring. Spend the morning at the beach or in the surrounding forest before coming home in the afternoon to a refreshing outdoor shower.
Reasons to stay:
- Large deck with barbecue
- Outdoor fire pit
- Outdoor shower
- Short stroll to Mollymook Beach
Luxe South Coast Airbnb with a pool
454 @ Jaspers, Jaspers Brush
Sleeps: Eight guests
Just 10 minutes from Berry, this rural retreat set on five acres of native bushland and manicured gardens makes for a pretty sweet group getaway. Featuring an alfresco entertaining area, a swimming pool, firepit, a gourmet kitchen and sweeping views to the ocean, 454 @ Jaspers is a stay for the epicurean.
Reasons to stay:
- On five acres of gardens and bushland
- Swimming pool
- Outdoor firepit
- Two separate wings that are connected
- Gourmet kitchen
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