It’s everyone Australian’s dream, at one stage or another, to have a house by the beach.
With the sounds of the waves lapping the shore soothing you to sleep, morning walks along the sand and sunny late-afternoon swims before dinner – it’s an enviable lifestyle.
Just in time for summer here are Australia’s 11 most drool-worthy beach houses on the market right now.
Byron Bay
6a Childe St, Byron Bay. Picture: realestate.com.au
Sitting on Byron’s much-lauded beachfront this stunner ticks all your #lifegoal boxes.
Sit back and sip on a green smoothie as you enjoy the chilled-out Byron lifestyle.
Arlie Beach
14 Kara Crescent Airlie Beach Qld.
With a price tag of just under $1.5million this one not has views to die for. Have it as a weekender or commute from the Whitsundays.
Life could be worse.
Apollo Bay
5084 Great Ocean Road Apollo Bay Vic.
Wind your way home via the iconic Great Ocean Road to this ocean-front beauty.
While it might not always be sunny and 27C outside you’ll always be able to relax in front of a crackling fire and take in the breathtaking view of Bass Strait.
Mosman
2/2 Musgrave Street Mosman NSW.
Yes, technically this is a list of beach houses but surely there’s room for an apartment in here?
This harbourside gem, looking out over Sydney’s famous cityscape, used to be part of a sea captain’s residence.
You’ll enjoy 180 degree views of the sparkling blue water and not have to worry about the serious upkeep some houses require.
Tamarama
19a Wonderland Avenue Tamarama NSW.
Away from the hustle and bustle of Bondi, Tamarama boasts some of Australia’s priciest real estate.
But with sea views plus a short commute to the city who can argue?
With four bedrooms and 180-degree views of the Pacific Ocean this luxurious four-level property is the ultimate in beach living.
Kingscliff
91 Cylinders Drive Kingscliff NSW.
In the strip of coast between Byron Bay and the Gold Coast in idyllic Kingscliff sits this architecturally-designed treasure.
The five-bedroom, three-bathroom house sits on a generous quarter-acre block, backing onto pristine white sandy beaches.
With outside dining areas aplenty and open-plan living you’ll never want to leave.
Mooloolaba
20 Carwoola Crescent Mooloolaba Qld.
We’re not entirely sure whether or not this place comes with the two blonde, bronzed residents that help illustrate the appeals of this Mooloolaba beauty, but we can only dream.
Sitting on the banks of the Mooloolah river on the Sunshine Coast it’s not technically a beach house, but we think it’s close enough.
The sky’s the limit with your very own pontoon sitting on almost 30m of river frontage.
Five bedrooms, two bathrooms across two levels, a pool and a gated security entrance make this place a pretty special home.
Whitsundays
383 Mandalay Road Whitsundays. Picture: realestate.com.au
It looks like it could be the set of Baz Lurhman’s next Gatsby-esque epic. This mindblowing mansion is probably Australia’s most opulent beach house on the market at the moment.
A private helipad is only the beginning of the list of luxuries of this rare private beach-fronted Mediterranean-style property.
Uninterrupted views of the coral sea and surrounding islands can be enjoyed from its six king-sized bedrooms.
The home has to be seen to be believed.
St Andrew’s Beach
17-19 Moana Court St Andrews Beach.
A stones throw from Sorrento, 90min from Melbourne’s CBD, and just 200 steps to the ocean, this beachside stunner is set amongst the sand dunes.
With six bedrooms, four bathrooms, six living areas and panoramic views of the Bass Strait it’s perfect for those wanting a secluded beach lifestyle.
If it’s too cold to dip a toe in the ocean, and let’s face it- Victorian winters can be – you can take a swim in the indoor heated pool and spa.
Runaway Bay
18 Anglers Esplanade Runaway Bay Qld. Picture: realestate.com.au
With views across to the Surfers Paradise shoreline this near-new Runaway Bay beachside property is a perfect mix of glamourous relaxation.
The price tag of just under $4million is nothing when you think of sitting and watching dolphins swim by whilst sipping your cocktail on the porch.
Port Douglas
7 Wharf Street Port Douglas Qld.
A plantation-style mansion with views of the Coral Sea and Daintree Rainforest isn’t what comes to mind when you think of your typical beach-shack.
But this five-bedroom, four-bathroom timber home with cathedral ceilings is something pretty special and takes beachfront-living to the next level.
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