Australia’s Most Instagram-Worthy Airbnbs

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As much as we love an international holiday (and are relishing the ability to travel overseas in the post-COVID-lockdown-era!), there is something quite unbeatable about an Aussie holiday in our book.

With beaches aplenty, some of the world’s most iconic coastlines, delicious cuisines, and loads of family-friendly attractions on offer, Australia is literally a playground on your doorstep. Our travel playground is also home to some pretty spectacular Airbnb accommodations that are worth traveling to and, of course, promoting them on the Gram!

Australia's Most Instagram-worthy Airbnbs

1. Tally-Ho Tiny Home, South Australia 

Tally Ho Tiny Home
Everything about Tally Ho Tiny Home in Hawson, South Australia screams Instagram-worthy in our book! 


In January 2023, Airbnb released its new global listings with the 13 properties receiving the “most wish-listed” status for 2023 after being on the site for just 10 weeks.

This exclusive list of sought-after rentals includes the gorgeous ‘Tally-Ho’ Tiny Home in Hawson, South Australia. The property, which is completely off the grid, has one bedroom and one bathroom that can fit up to four guests. Swoon!

Tally-Ho Tiny Home sleeps 4. 

2. Camel Beach House, South Australia

Most Instagram Worthy Airbnbs
With views like these, Camel Beach House is a hotbed of Insta-worthy features.


Give city life the flick and bask in the beauty of South Australia’s Eyre Peninsula at the Camel Beach House. The heritage property is smack-bang on the beach and offers 250 hectares of oceanfront bliss. The classic fisherman’s beach shack is eco-friendly for that coveted off-the-grid family holiday.   

The Camel Beach House sleeps 4.

3. Grounds of Cabarita, NSW

Grounds of Cabarita
Every detail has been thought of at this gorgeous Airbnb in Cabarita! 


Recently named Australia’s best beach, Cabarita is definitely a beachside destination to add to your bucket list, especially when you’ve got accommodation as nice as the Grounds of Cabarita to book. The 1960s beach shack will instantly transport you to Palm Springs with its mix of modern and retro décor, entertaining deck, open-planned living spaces, pool, and proximity to the beach.

The Grounds of Cabarita sleeps 6.

4. The Barn Heathcote, Victoria

Australia's Most Instagram-Worthy Airbnbs
Cosy and rustic, this Victorian Airbnb will look perfect on your feed! 


If you’re keen to travel south for your family holiday and are intrigued by the idea of sleeping in a barn, head to Heathcote in Victoria and book yourselves in at The Barn. Nestled in the Victorian wine country amid unspoilt farmland, the 2-bedroom Airbnb is a cosy, rustic barn conversion that has tranquil holiday written all over it.

The Barn Heathcote sleeps 4.

5. Thalia Haven, Tasmania

Australia's Most Instagram-Worthy Airbnbs
This Tasmanian gem is definitely one of Australia's most Instagram-worthy Airbnbs.


Remote, wild, and off-the-grid is what you can expect from Thalia Haven in Tasmania. Looking out at Great Oyster Bay, Thalia Haven offers a slice of Cypress in Swansea. The Mediterranean stone cottage sits right next to the ocean and offers private beach access and even an outdoor bathtub. 

Thalia Haven sleeps 8. 

6. Little Red Barn, Queensland

Little Red Barn, Noosa
Little Red Barn is the perfect choice for your next getaway—as aesthetic as they come!


The Noosa Hinterland is a family holiday hotspot for many reasons, one being the delightful accommodation on offer at the Little Red Barn. This darling Airbnb is perched high on a hill in the Noosa Hinterland, commanding absolute countryside views for an utterly secluded and relaxing stay. Offering a wood-burning fireplace and quirky water tank swimming pool, the Little Red Barn is a holiday hit year-round.  

The Little Red Barn sleeps 7.

7. Temple Farmhouse, NSW

Temple Farmhouse
A Byron beauty, Temple Farmhouse has everything you could possibly need, ever. 


As far as beach holiday destinations go, Byron Bay is one of the best in NSW, and the Temple Farmhouse could be one of the town's best Airbnbs. Located in the Byron Bay Hinterland, the Temple Farmhouse is a mix of ancient temple, hinterland hideaway, and modern beach abode. Commanding stunning Hinterland views and offering some pretty plush accommodations (just wait until you see the pool!), the Temple Farmhouse is a definite holiday bucket list item!

The Temple Farmhouse sleeps 9.

8. The Manor, South Australia

Australia's Most Instagram-Worthy Airbnbs
If you're after a manor, look no further than the Manor.


If you’ve ever wanted to escape to a medieval-style country estate for the day, the Manor in the picturesque Adelaide Hills is your meal ticket. The exterior of the Manor is just that: a regal manor surrounded by stunning gardens and opulent embellishments. The sprawling property is a series of townhouse-style accommodations, each with its own bedroom, bathroom, and kitchenette – perfect for that extended family holiday.

The Manor townhouses sleep 4.

9. The Little Black Shack, NSW

Australia's Most Instagram-Worthy Airbnbs.
We're swooning over the idyllic Little Black Shack—one of the most Instagram-worthy Airbnbs in Australia for sure.


And by Little Black Shack, we mean a little black shack. This private eco-retreat is nestled on the shores of Pittwater at Mackerel Beach and offers complete seclusion away from the stresses of everyday life. The Little Black Shack is only accessible via the Palm Beach Ferry to Mackerel Beach and once you’ve checked into the quaint fisherman’s shack, there are no cars or shops to distract you – just swimming, fishing, lounging, and enjoying being nestled in the heart of a national park.

The Little Black Shack sleeps 4.

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