Cottage-Style Airbnbs in Australia with Inspiring Designs

Cottage-Style Airbnbs in Australia You’ll Fall in Love With

Cottage stays should be more than just a bed for the night. These curated Airbnb gems combine cozy comfort with standout design, perfect for a romantic getaway or inspiration for your own renovation. Think warm tones, timber textures, vintage touches and tapware that quietly ties it all together. Whether you’re planning a trip or pinning ideas, these cottage house designs are guaranteed to stir your inner stylist.

Captain’s Rest — Strahan, Tasmania

Tucked along the water's edge in a quiet corner of Tasmania, Captain's Rest is a restored fisherman’s cabin with vintage details and timber walls that hold decades of stories. In the morning, sip your coffee on the deck as fishing boats glide past in the early light. At night, curl up beside the wood-burning fireplace with a good book. Recreate the calming vibe at home with a soft coastal palette, natural timbers and Brushed Brass Tapware.

Marigold Cottage — Daylesford, Victoria

Nestled in spa country, this 1870s miner’s cottage is full of character. The interiors feel like a big exhale, with warm lighting, time-worn timber and layers of soft textures welcoming you in. Picture yourself soaking in the clawfoot tub after a visit to the local markets or curling up with tea as soft light spills in from the garden. Bring the vibe home with floral linen, warm wood finishes and layered cushions.

Liptrap Loft — South Gippsland, Victoria

Liptrap Loft offers a bold, thoughtful space that balances design with tranquillity. With its use of recycled timber and Japanese bathhouse cues, it’s a retreat that feels both grounded and considered. Start your day under the rain shower with floor-to-ceiling windows, then unwind with a glass of wine as the sun filters through the trees. Bring the look home with textured timber furniture, earthy-toned soft furnishings and minimal styling to let natural materials shine.

Pierpoint Country Cottage — Granite Belt, Queensland

Set on a vineyard surrounded by nature, this 100-year-old cottage invites you to enjoy the slower pace of wine country. Spend long mornings on the verandah with a cuppa in hand or cook up a feast in the country kitchen with produce from the local markets. Inside, it’s all about time-softened wood, vintage florals and a layered, lived-in feel. You can recreate this look at home with antique accents, soft, glowy lighting and touches of Antique Brass Tapware that tie in with the space’s classic warmth.

Sheepwash Bay — The Hide, Bruny Island, Tasmania

Peaceful, private and beautifully simple, The Hide is tucked away on Bruny Island with views of the wild coastline. It’s off-grid but feels luxurious in its simplicity. Start the morning with a walk along the water, then settle into a cosy chair with a cuppa and let the stillness do its thing. With reclaimed timbers and vintage lantern lighting, it’s a reminder that good design doesn’t have to be complicated. To bring a little of The Hide home, lean into natural textures and a neutral palette.

The Postman’s Cottage — Montville, Sunshine Coast Hinterland

This boutique stay in Montville is set in a beautifully restored 19th-century cottage. Think leafy outlooks, stone paths and a clawfoot tub that practically demands a glass of wine. It’s peaceful, private and full of thoughtful detail, a place to exhale and reconnect. Back home, you can take inspiration with Brushed Brass Tapware, plush bedding and a rich, heritage-inspired colour palette.

Vintage House — Daylesford, Victoria

Vintage House feels like the kind of place where you'd write your next big idea or throw a dinner party that turns into an all-nighter. The moody miner’s cottage is filled with deep colours, layered textiles and timeworn treasures. Perfect for a winter weekend where you’ll spend your time slow-cooking, lounging by the fire or diving into old books. Bring the mood home with rich wall paint, velvet touches and small hits of Brushed Brass Tapware.