Looking for beautiful beach houses in Australia is kind of like walking into a doughnut shop when you’re on a diet—you’re just there to look for now, but maybe one day you’ll have one all to yourself.
For many, beachfront living is the Australian’s dream. You’re slightly further away from the hustle and bustle of the city, living in a more laid back community, and if you’re lucky enough, getting uninterrupted views of the ocean from your home.
So, if you’re one of those, dreaming of the sand at your feet and direct beach access, here are 6 of the most beautiful beach houses in Australia to inspire your imminent escape.
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The most beautiful beach houses in NSW
Byron Bay
Price guide: TBD
This Byron Bay six bedroom beach home is not only beautiful but also a bit of a celebrity. Featured in featured in Vogue and the Design Files, the home is aptly named Pacifique, inspiring the expansive Pacific ocean.
In a prime location within central Byron Bay, you’re within a leisurely stroll of the town shops, restaurants and the cool, energetic, local community. Summer will be celebrated all year-long.
Palm Beach
Price guide: $6,000,000
Modern, minimal and sophisticated—that’s the vibe we get from this understated luxury beach house. Holding a Palm Tree address, this neighbourhood is no stranger to more grand mansions. The suburb itself is one of Australia’s most coveted.
You’re tucked into beautiful, leafy gardens offering privacy, but also given panoramic ocean views from the third floor.
This is a home that blends the indoors with the outdoors, with floor-to-ceiling windows and a gorgeous curved infinity pool to complete the resort-feel. And when the buzz of Sydney city calls out, you’re just an hour drive away.
The most beautiful beach houses in QLD
Hope Island, QLD
Price guide: $10,000,000
If there were ever a home with uber glitzy luxury decor, this would be it. A sweeping staircase, marble flooring and columns, crystal chandeliers, no expense was spared in building this home on the Gold Coast.
Uninterrupted ocean views accompany the giant swimming pool. A home cinema with that seats twelve. A walk-in cold room. These are just a few of the outstanding amenities in this stunning beach house.
And to top it all off, a 12-car garage to safely house your collection. One of the most outstanding beach homes for sale in Australia, and potentially the world.
And if you’re looking to explore beyond private estates, the region is also home to some truly spectacular luxury hotels — such as the InterContinental Sanctuary Cove Resort — offering world-class accommodation, stunning architecture and beautifully landscaped surrounds that rival some of the finest resorts in the world.
Sunshine Beach
Price guide: $2,300,000
Want to inch closer to the Coral Sea? This beach house will welcome those who pair modern luxury with mellow character. Sunshine Beach itself is one of the most expensive beach towns along the Sunshine Coast, located about a 3-hour drive north of Gold Coast.
A lovely, sun-drenched family home that entertainers will love all year round. On sale now.
The most beautiful beach houses in Victoria
Brighton
Price guide: TBD
While not exactly on the beachfront, this gorgeous dream house is located on one of the most sought-after streets in Brighton, Victoria. Four bedrooms + a study, a full gym, spa-sauna and an elevator are on site.
Buyers will delight in the vast outdoor spaces where you can relax with friends, a distance away from Melbourne city life.
This palatial home on the coast is one of the most luxurious listings on the market, within walking distance of the suburb’s best offerings.
Mount Martha
Price guide: TBD
We were quick to fall for this absolutely stunning country property in the Biscayne area of Mount Martha—the effervescent vision of Kate Walker Design. With four bedrooms and beautiful finishes, the features are reminiscent of what they call ‘Caribbean Colonial‘.
Perfect for parties, this very private home is situated in the quaint village of Mount Martha, about an hour-drive south of Melbourne.
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