Cottages to rent offer a rustic setting for holiday adventure

Enjoy natural surroundings in a cottage to rent

A cottage for rent can be an ideal way to find peace and serenity in a rural retreat, wherever you go on holiday. Cottages are like houses, but tend to be more rustic in their presentation, often offering features like exposed beams and an old-fashioned country feel. Cottages tend to be appointed with plush and comfortable furnishings and a peaceful energy that's perfect for recharging your batteries between adventures.

Cottages can be found in some of the best destinations in Australia, all with amenities to suit just about any need. You can find full luxury setups with ultra-modern furnishings and upscale technological appointments, or spacious and comfortable budget-friendly offerings. Cottages are available on the beach, by a lake, in the forest or anywhere along the coast. Whether you're travelling as a family or with your beloved special someone, explore cottages for rent to make lasting memories.

Feel like royalty in your luxury cottage

Luxury cottages can be large and spacious, complete with pampered features to make you feel like a king or queen. You'll get posh and plush modern furnishings with couches, recliners and beds you can sink into. Many cottages offer technology features like surround sound in every room with streaming audio. Free Wi-Fi and video streaming services through large screen televisions are a common feature. You might even get ensuite bathrooms or whirlpool hot tubs for some added pampering.

Many luxury cottages for rent feature fully equipped kitchens and with the latest smart appliances, so you can self-cater your own gourmet meals. If you like spending time in nature, outdoor barbecues are available for outdoor entertaining with family and friends. Most will offer private yards where the kids can run and play and, in pet-friendly accommodation, room for your dog to run. You'll feel like royalty on your whole holiday.

Be steps from sand and surf in a cottage on the beach

If a family or romantic beach holiday is in the cards for you, a cottage on the beach is the ideal solution. These cottages offer plenty of space and comfort to stretch out, relax, run and play, while keeping you within steps of vast strips of soft, white sands and stunning turquoise waters. A beach cottage lets you roll out of bed and head out to the shore for sunbathing, swimming, and play right in the surf.

Many people enjoy snorkelling and scuba diving from their beach cabin. Just off the shore and among the barrier islands, you can find living coral reefs, including the famed Great Barrier Reef. When you dive below the surface, you can see entire ecosystems filled with brightly coloured and enchanting marine life.

For some, more rustic and serene settings are in order. If you want to relax by tranquil waters, a lakeside cottage is the way to go. You can unwind surrounded by green grass, shaded trees, native flora and fauna and vast, clear lake waters. Spend every morning, afternoon and evening drinking coffee, tea or wine right along the lakeshore to recharge from the daily grind. Some lakeside cottages allow fishing, so you can try to catch your own seafood dinner.

Salt and freshwater lake options are found throughout the continent. While not all lakes are suitable for swimming, many are, and you can look into options that will let you get out on the water for swimming or boating. If you want peace, quiet and a water activities, a lakeside cottage is the best choice.

Have a wide range of adventures with a coastal cottage

If you want to catch absolutely stunning panoramic views of natural scenery, you'll want to consider a coastal cottage. From these spacious lodgings, you'll catch cliffside views of crashing waves over natural rock formations below. You can walk hiking trails through state and national parks and preserves and witness the peace and power of nature. You can visit lighthouses and monuments and catch photographs that are sure to be the highlight of your social media feeds. Search for your cottage for rent and make memories on your family holiday or couple's weekend away today.