Lots of people give chocolate, roses, or a fancy lunch or dinner. But an even better Valentine’s Day present is a gift that you can do together like the gift of adventure. Here are ten Airbnb getaway experiences to try out.
Yurt Glamping
A glamping experience in a yurt, on three secluded acres of the Australian bush. A charming self-contained yurt will have you feeling miles from anywhere, yet you are a minute’s drive from stunning beaches and national parks.
Koorinda Kalm
A small one-bedroom coastal cottage just minutes from the beautiful Shelly beach and the Long Jetty cafe scene. Includes full use of the swimming pool, fire pit and whole backyard.
The Cabin on Scanzi
Built to capture the amazing surroundings upon which it sits. It overlooks our “lake” and is gently shaded by beautiful gums. The view is amazing and provides a truly tranquil space. This is for you if you want to return to nature and enjoy some time in rural property. It is a self-contained studio cabin with modern luxuries located on a working farm. It has an outdoor fireplace, bath, BBQ and reverse-cycle air conditioning.
Villa on Emila
Situated in a picturesque valley nestled at the bottom of the Illawarra escarpment. Villa on Emila has a fully equipped kitchen with all appliances, watch the latest movies on Netflix, and listen to your favourite tunes through the Bluetooth speakers built into the ceiling. All linen is provided and the convenience of a combo washer/dryer machine (laundry liquid provided) and iron/board. Sit back, relax in the huge round outdoor bathtub, and watch the sunset behind the mountains.
The West Wing
Annandale is a rambling 1876 weatherboard homestead, surrounded by a garden, in the heart of Bowral. The West Wing is totally self-contained with off-street parking & private entrance. The style is an eclectic mix of antiques, paintings, and vintage soft furnishings with all the modern convenience you expect. You have access to the shady bbq terrace and the freedom to stroll around the garden. The West Wing is ideal for wedding guests, romantic weekenders, golfers, wine tourists, vintage foragers, bushwalkers or house hunters.
Wonga Hut
Wonga Hut is located on the southern side of Hazelbrook in the lower Blue Mountains. Perched on a ridge looking out over the rolling hills that stretch onto infinity, it is perfectly harmonised in its outlook, with both the sublime, natural outlook of the Blue Mountains National Park as well as the beautifully designed cottage garden, which is planted with enchanting fruit trees mixed in with natives and continentals. It is both introspective and expansive.
My Summerland Home
Fully self-contained studio on an absolute waterfront property, separated from the main house and with full access to the waterfront. This freshly renovated studio offers a king-size bed, private ensuite, lounge-dining and kitchenette with all you need for a getaway on the shores of Lake Macquarie. Enjoy full use of the waterfront location using their kayaks, paddle boards, fishing gear and deep water jetty. Sundowners, lazy days await you.
Rural Stone Guesthouse
Set amongst the lush bushland of the historic homestead in Ebenezer, the stone guest house is one of Hawkesbury’s best kept secrets and only an hour’s drive from the Sydney CBD. With its beautiful stone façade, large gothic floor-to-ceiling doors and French farmhouse-style interior, you would be mistaken in thinking you were staying in a French chalet. Only 1klm from the Sackville ski gardens boat ramp, and the luxury doesn’t end there!
White Cottage
A one-bedroom cottage is quiet and has everything you need for that quiet time away. A short drive to beautiful beaches or a beautiful place to sit and gaze at your uninterrupted view of rolling green hills from your backdoor or dare to look from your very own spa. Open plan kitchen, living and sleeping area and a separate ensuite with a large spa bath that has an uninterrupted view of rolling green hills and two dairies.
Charlottes Cottage
Newly renovated freestanding private large one-bedroom cottage. Big backyard in the heart of Ettalong Beach. Walk to the beach, Great for a small dog or baby. All modern features and very secluded. Two-minute walk to the beach (& dog beach). Private access via electric gate for cars, sun deck & lounge chairs, BBQ entertainment outdoors surrounded by a lovely garden. Luxury queen bed, Internet & Apple TV.
