Beachfront vacation rentals in Southland

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Guest suite in Greenhills

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 181 reviews

Harbour Views Plus Extras

Price includes free minibar & breakfast - fruit, yoghurt, cereal, tea, coffee. New stylish apartment with excellent views & a private entrance for easy access & privacy. Views of the harbour, mountains, ocean, estray, farmland. Built 2019 this Modern Apartment has its own Bathroom, Lounge/Dining/Kitchenette - fridge, tea & coffee making facilities, no cooking. Amazing 4 relaxing, bird, weather, stars & Southern Lights. Ferry Terminal is a 5min drive. Warm, peaceful child & pet free environment.

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Home in Riverton / Aparima

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 120 reviews

Best Waterfront Deck in Riverton

This spacious home is set up for you to enjoy a holiday by the seaside. The views of the bay are to die for, right on the waterfront. You can spot dolphins from the comfort of our home or go surfing at Mitchell's Bay safe beach. Three bedrooms with two lovely modern bathrooms and an entertainers kitchen. Lots of brilliant little features like fibre wifi, a Smart TV, 2 normal tv's, books, games, extra outdoor shower and the BEST deck in Riverton we offer all you need for your ultimate break away.

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Tiny home in Oban

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 225 reviews

Beech Bach Beachside Haven Including Car

Beech Bach, is a 1 bedroom bach for one couple or single. Includes use of car (fuel extra) and transfers; well equipped kitchen with basic supplies; linen and toiletries. Guests love the superb inlet views, quietness, wildlife, kitchen, warmth, coziness and quirkiness. The laundry and toilet are accessed through a semi-enclosed back porch area (sensor light at night). The bach faces south. It is possible to see Aurora and amazing views of the Milky Way. Flexible check in/out may be available.

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Cottage in Riverton

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 190 reviews

Beach Cottage - A Cosy Beach Cottage Charmer

A lovely modern 2 bedroom home with new decor, kitchen and bathroom. It's well equipped to make your stay comfortable and relaxing, including a nice conservatory and a deck with sea views. We have updated to a smart TV & wifi This place is ideal for family holidays or a relaxing couples retreat, with a short 3 minute walk to a lovely safe swimming beach, you are also within walking distance to the Beach House Cafe/ Restaurant or Takeaways and there's also a children's playground close by.

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Cottage in Papatotara

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 126 reviews

Wild South Beach Cottage

We are located at the south coast of New Zealand, 10km's from Tuatapere. The Waiau river flows right behind the house, perfect for fishing or enjoying a walk on the beach. The Hump Ridge Track is a short drive away. Your house is cosy, warm and light and has lots of character. There's only a few houses down here, so a perfect place to relax! There's a large spa pool that looks out to the Southern Ocean, that is available by booking, maximum of one hour per day, as this is also used by others.

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Guest suite in Bluff

4.93 out of 5 average rating, 164 reviews

RUA at Bluff. (Studio 1)

On the waterfront, on Marine Parade, RUA at Bluff offers magnificent harbour and water views. Relax in one of our luxurious modern studio units. Enjoy a comfortable bed, with hotel quality linen, a well-appointed bathroom, double glazing for warmth and quiet, and a small covered outdoor deck with views of Bluff’s busy shipping and fishing channel. Free WiFi & Smart TV. RUA at Bluff is located 25 minutes from Invercargill near the Stewart Island Ferry Terminal and 1 km from Stirling Point.

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Guesthouse in Queenstown

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 106 reviews

Shoreline Cottage

Our lakeside studio unit gives spectacular views of the majestic Remarkable mountains and uninterrupted lake views, and is just a few minutes from the Queenstown International Airport. The Studio Unit doesn't offer cooking facilities, however we are sure that the close proximity to local Cafes, Restaurants, a Boutique Brewery and Takeaways which are all within walking distance, will be to your liking. It is only a short drive to world-class Restaurants, Golf Courses, and Wineries.

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Cottage in Te Anau

5 out of 5 average rating, 230 reviews

Black's Hut - Lakefront Cottage

Black's Hut sits on the shores of Lake Te Anau with expansive uninterrupted views of Fiordland. Built in 2022 with quality fixtures and furnishings, entertainment system and hot tub. Excellent unlimited wifi. Black's Hut has been specifically set up to accommodate adults with two separate bedrooms and bathrooms. Extremely private with extensive plantings. Bike track and reserve between the cottage and lake. Just a 15 minute walk along the lakefront to shops and cafes.

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Bungalow in Te Anau

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 336 reviews

Villa on the Lake - spectacular lake views

Spectacular lake and mountain views! Being right on the lakefront, across the road is the Lake 2 Lake cycle track and lake edge. Centrally located - 8 minute walk to the town centre. Entire house and section with off-street parking and garage. While this is an older architecturally designed home, it has been tastefully redecorated and modernised. Double glazed windows have been added in some areas, a heat pump (also works as air-conditioning) and painted throughout.

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Home in Oban

4.81 out of 5 average rating, 133 reviews

Awatea

Beautiful 4 bedroom house on the beach at Horseshoe Bay. Stunning views. Huge lounge, with a conservatory, overlooking the beach. Courtesy transfers Please note heating is now by a heat pump, which makes the house cosy warm. Huge deck with a large BBQ. This house is a great place to have a family holiday, with heaps of room for the kids. Please be aware that the cell phone coverage is only Telecom, 027 and can be patchy at the house. WIFI available Vehicle No pets

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Home in Curio Bay

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 224 reviews

Tiroroa - our barn with an ‘extensive view’

Hi there and welcome to our brand new slice of heaven on the coast and on the doorstep of the Catlins Rainforest National Park. ‘Tiroroa’ is our barn style property, completed late 2019. It is perched on the hill overlooking Porpoise and Curio Bay sitting on its own hectare of land. We are the southern most Airbnb property on mainland New Zealand … next stop Antarctica! We have 3 Alpacas roaming around in the rear paddock: Jack, Trevor and Sammy. Come and say hi …

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Cottage in Queenstown

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 260 reviews

Karmalure lakefront cottage

Absolute lakefront, new Scandinavian style solid timber cottage. Stunning panoramic views encompassing mountains and lake. Self-contained with fully equipped kitchen. Situated just 15 metres from walking/cycle track and lake edge. Bus stop and water taxi service a mere 2 minute walk away. Perfect for a romantic stay, adventure in the mountains or biking on the numerous trails surrounding Queenstown. Centrally located for all food and entertainment requirements.