6 amazing Airbnbs to book in Margaret River

By Chloe Cann
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Whether you want to bed down by the beach or book a stay at a secluded country cottage we’ve rounded up the best Airbnbs in Margaret River.

There’s no shortage of aesthetically pleasing and well-maintained properties in the Margaret River – a laidback wine region renowned for its natural beauty. Bound by forests in the east and a dreamily rugged coastline to its west, this much sought-after pocket of WA stretches some 100 kilometres from north to south and features an array of different landscapes: tracts of native bush, sweeping valleys blanketed in vineyards, crescents of bone-white sand lapped by crystalline Tiffany-blue waters. And if you’re organised enough to book in advance then you might just end up snagging an Airbnb that overlooks some of this incredible scenery.

Redgate Beach, Margaret River

Margaret River is known for its crescents of bone-white sand lapped by crystalline Tiffany-blue waters. (Image: Tourism Western Australia)

Whether you’re after a relaxing week-long retreat in the countryside or an activity-fuelled weekend getaway in one of the region’s bucolic towns, consider this curated collection of Margaret River Airbnbs your first port of call. From an eco-friendly one-bedroom cottage that’s perfect for a romantic weekend away, to a quaint two-bedroom beach shack with sea views that’s aimed at families, and a modern three-bedroom apartment in the centre of Margaret River town that’s great for holidaying with friends, here are six of the region’s best.

1. Apartment 36, Margaret River town

Best for: a girl’s getaway

If you’re searching for a stylish bolthole in the thick of Margaret River town, Apartment 36 could be the one. This immaculately maintained three-bedroom, 2.5-bathroom unit feels modern yet homely, with warm rosy accents and timber furniture, and it’s also within walking distance of pretty much everything. In fact, at mere seconds away from a stellar bakery, a number of art galleries, and several noteworthy cafes, it would prove tremendously tough to find anything more centrally located.

An interior with a couch and pillows, a lamp, a coffee table, a dining table, rugs, and stairs.

Feel just like at home in Apartment 36. (Image: Apartment 36)

Beyond the lure of its location, a stay at Apartment 36 also includes the use of the apartment block’s facilities, which include a swimming pool, tennis courts and barbecues.

2. The Deck, Margaret River

Best for: a family after both convenience and nature

As the name might suggest, this property features a sizable deck that’s among its standout features. Strewn with string lights, furnished with a dining table and lounge seating area, and boasting views over a beautiful stretch of Aussie bush that’s frequented by kangaroos and superb fairy-wrens, it’s a pretty stellar spot to relax and watch the world go by.

A photo of a bed indoors with towels in a bedroom with curtains and an outdoor space with a chair and a table.

Surrounded by bush, you’ll sleep like a baby at The Deck. (Image: The Deck)

Situated on a hectare of land, there’s a positively rural feel to The Deck, despite it being just a five-minute drive from Margaret River town. If you’re looking for a tranquil, modern, roomy, clean and bright Airbnb in the Margaret River, this three-bedroom property is it.

A house outdoors surrounded by nature.

The Deck is the perfect place to discover and enjoy Margaret River’s nature. (Image: The Deck)

3. River Blue, Prevelly

Best for: a relaxing couple’s weekend retreat

At first glance, this one-bedroom straw bale cottage near the tiny town of Prevelly might not seem anything special. But look a little closer and you’ll find plenty of smart design decisions that render River Blue anything but pedestrian. Small details, like bespoke timber cabinetry, passive solar design, bifold windows that welcome in the fresh country air (and lashings of natural light), and a sheltered outdoor bathtub and rain shower head that overlook a swathe of uninterrupted greenery, all add to a big impact.

The inside of a house with a girl sitting on a bench looking at the view outside.

Immerse yourself in Margaret River’s nature at River Blue and spend the day admiring its beautiful views. (Image River Blue)

Housed on an eight-acre block, nature is right on your doorstep here: go for a bush walk and mosey down to the river, which curves around the edge of the property.

4. Yellow House w/ Ocean Views, Gracetown

Best for: a family that wants a no-frills beach break

A dreamy family beach house? I think we’ve found it. At this two-bed, one-bath Gracetown property there’s a rustic and folksy vibe; think rattan furnishings, beamed ceilings, a freestanding woodburning fireplace, simple, whitewashed bedrooms, and jarrah wood flooring throughout.

The indoors of a home with a couch, coffee table and tv and tv cabinet.

Get cozy at Yellow House. (Image: Seaside Homes)

Located halfway up the Gracetown hill, Yellow House offers sea views from its sizable deck, surrounded by lofty peppermint trees. It’s also less than a 15-minute walk to the town’s family-friendly eponymous beach.

A yellow house with stairs surrounded by trees.

Surrounded by nature, you’ll feel just at home at Yellow House. (Image: Seaside Homes)

5. Fragrant Harbour, Gnarabup

Best for: a group looking for a great entertainer

Plotting a big getaway with a bunch of friends? This high-end four-bed, four-bath home is gunning for the title of best in show. Perhaps the defining feature of Fragrant Harbour is the vast array of indoor-outdoor spaces: some overlooking the pool, some the ocean, and all with plenty of different spots to chew the fat with pals, read a book or laze with a glass of the Margaret River’s finest cab sav, from a hammock to an antique Chinese daybed, an inviting window nook, and two different outdoor dining spaces.

A subtle coastal-inspired theme runs throughout this coastal Airbnb (hello wave-shaped benchtop carved from Corian stone, and home decor awash with blue accents). But you’ll also spy Oriental design elements woven through the house. The icing on the cake at this Gnarabup address? The astronomical telescope.

6. Djurapin, Dunsborough

Best for: a family or group after designer digs

This achingly cool three bedder in Dunsborough makes for a great entertainer. The open-plan kitchen, dining and living room is this property’s crowning glory, a masterclass in modernist industrial chic, all polished concrete floors, bulkhead light fittings, floating staircases and angular furnishings. The living area also adjoins a small courtyard featuring a barbecue and outdoor dining area, courtesy of bifold doors, behind it a jacuzzi.

A jacuzzi on a deck with a table and chairs.

Relaxing in this lovely property’s jacuzzi is an absolute must. (Image: Djurapin)

Superhost Michael can help guests dial up the bespoke luxury factor a little more, organising locally made hampers and platters, in-house massages and even private yoga classes. Previous guests rave about the central location: Djurapin is situated 50 metres from the beach, and just a few short strides from the centre of town.

A house with lights and plants.

Stay at the chic Djurapin and make the most out of your next trip to Dunsborough. (Image: Djurapin)

For more insider tips and inspiration, see our ultimate travel guide to Margaret River.
Chloe Cann is an award-winning freelance travel and food writer, born in England, based in Melbourne and Roman by adoption. Since honing her skills at City St George's, University of London with a master's degree in journalism, she's been writing almost exclusively about travel for more than a decade, and has worked in-house at newspapers and travel magazines in London, Phnom Penh, Sydney and Melbourne. Through a mixture of work and pleasure, she's been fortunate enough to visit 80 countries to date, though there are many more that she is itching to reach. While the strength of a region's food scene tends to dictate the location of her next trip, she can be equally swayed by the promise of interesting landscapes and offbeat experiences. And with a small person now in tow, travel looks a little different these days, but it remains at the front of her mind.
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    Planning to go camping in Margaret River? We’ve got all the information you’ll need before you go.

    There’s a lot to love about Western Australia’s Margaret River region: the coastline, the rolling farmland, and the world-class wines and fresh produce. Like most regional areas, driving around Margaret River is the best way to see it, travelling slowly and stopping frequently. While there are plenty of accommodation options around the region, the flexibility and freedom of camping is unparalleled. Use this as your guide to Margaret River camping because in such a diverse region, where you choose to camp matters.

    How to get to Margaret River

    If you fly into Perth, Margaret River is a three-hour drive south. But, Jetstar also flies direct from Sydney and Melbourne to Busselton Airport, which is a 45-minute drive from Margaret River.

    Permits and regulations

    No permits are required to camp in Margaret River. Free camping in the bush, on the beach, or in residential streets is illegal in the region, and all campers must stay in dedicated campgrounds or caravan parks. To book any of the campsites in WA’s national parks, you’ll have to visit Park Stay WA.

    National parks and forests campsites

    Canebrake Pool

    the upper Margaret River within Canebrake Pool Campground

    Escape to a secluded bush camping site in the middle of the bush. (Image: Bronwyn Wells)

    Camp right on the banks of the upper Margaret River at Canebrake Pool Campground. It’s a secluded spot and takes approximately 25 minutes to drive there from the Margaret River township. There are just nine sites here, all unpowered and shaded beneath fragrant Peppy and Marri trees. They’re all a matter of steps from the deep, cool Canebrake Pool, too. Bring your SUP board or kayak for a paddle on the water, or slip in for a refreshing dip. Though there are freshwater fish and marron in the pool, fishing for them is prohibited.

    Address: Canebrake Road, Treeton

    Price: $15 adults, $10 concession, $5 kids (bookings essential)

    Facilities: Firepit, drop toilets, bins, picnic tables

    Accessibility: Limited information

    Dog-friendly?: Yes, on a lead

    Jarrahdene Campground

    the Jarrahdene Campground in Margaret River

    Stay in an unpowered campsite in the bush. (Image: Kevin Smith)

    Caravans, campers, vans, and tents are all welcome at Jarrahdene Campground, some 25 minutes out of town. It’s one of the larger Margaret River campsites, with 36 different-sized and differently surfaced sites (all unpowered). Jarrahdene was originally a timber mill that opened in the late 1800s and closed in 1913. On the short interpretive walks through the surrounding Marri, Jarrah, and Peppy bushland, you can still find remnants of the old mill to explore.

    Address: Jarrahdene Rd, Boranup

    Price: $20 adults, $15 concession, $5 kids (bookings essential)

    Facilities: Barbecue, dump point, fire rings, picnic tables, drop toilets, bins, sinks with running water

    Accessibility: Varying surfaces mean low accessibility

    Dog-friendly?: No

    Chapman Pool Campsite

    the Blackwood River at Chapman Pool Campsite

    Set up a picnic by the river. (Image: Bronwyn Wells)

    The Margaret River isn’t the only major river that flows through this region; there’s also the Blackwood River, which opens into the Southern Ocean at Augusta. You can camp right by it at the Chapman Pool Campsite, 25 minutes from town. The nine small sites sit right near where Chapman Brook intersects with the river, separated from the water by an expansive wooden deck perfect for picnicking on. Enjoy swimming, SUP boarding, kayaking, and fishing at the pool, or take the short walking tracks through the surrounding bush.

    Address: Warner Glen Road, Warner Glen

    Price: $15 adults, $10 concession, $5 kids (bookings essential)

    Facilities: Pit toilets, sheltered gas barbecues, fire rings, tables, benches

    Accessibility: Limited information

    Dog-friendly?: Yes, on a lead

    Boranup Campground

    the Boranup Campground, Margaret River

    Camp right in Boranup Forest. (Image: DBCA)

    Boranup Campground is as close as you’ll come to seclusion while camping in the Margaret River region. There are just seven small sites here on the edge of the Boranup Forest, each big enough only for a tent and a small car or a small camper van. The whole campground is unpowered, and there’s no running water or cooking facilities, so come prepared (just not with generators; they’re not allowed). If you need to pop into town, it’s a half-hour drive away.

    Address: Boranup Road, Boranup

    Price: $15 adults, $10 concession, $5 kids (bookings essential)

    Facilities: Picnic tables, fire rings, pit toilets

    Accessibility: Limited information

    Dog-friendly?: No

    Conto Campground

    a tent on Conto Campground, Margaret River

    Set up camp on the coastal headland. (Image: DBCA)

    Perhaps the most popular site for Margaret River camping is Conto Campground, both because of its unparalleled location and its size. It’s on the coastal headland and within striking distance of Contos Beach, the Boranup Forest, and the famed Cape to Cape hiking trail. A whopping 109 sites are available for campers in unpowered motorhomes, caravans, vans, campers, and tents. You can’t book a specific site, but you can specify which of the eight sections you’d like to stay in.

    The 37 sites in the Chuditch and Quenda areas are on a crushed limestone surface, and if you’re in a motorhome, van, or caravan, reverse-in only. The amenities are also great, with sheltered food prep, barbecue areas, and clean pit toilets. Campers in tents can stay in the Wanil area, a fenced-off space specifically for tents and swags, with parking available outside. Gas barbecues are available for use here, too. The remaining areas are mixed-use, all with pit toilets and only some with barbecues.

    Address: Conto Road, Boranup

    Price: $20 adults, $15 concession, $5 kids (bookings essential)

    Facilities: Each area within the campground differs

    Accessibility: Parking at all sites is on compact sand, with some paved paths. Bollards at the parking are spaced 1.2m apart to allow wheelchairs. There are some wheelchair-accessible toilets.

    Dog-friendly?: No

    Farms and caravan/camping parks

    Big Valley Campsite

    Get a taste of the farm life by setting up camp on one of the Margaret River region’s working sheep farms, ten minutes southeast of the Margaret River township. Big Valley Campsite has space for tents, campers, caravans, or motorhomes on powered or unpowered sites. It’s the perfect stop for families, with kids able to meet the farm animals in a petting enclosure and join in on daily sheep feedings. The nearby walking trails are also a family favourite, while the park’s proximity to the nearby wineries goes down well with the over-18 crowd.

    Address: 46 Baronia Road, Rosa Glen

    Price: From $40/night (unpowered)

    Facilities: Camp kitchen, dump point, power, water, bathrooms, washing machine, barbecues

    Accessibility: Wheelchair accessible. Contact for more information

    Dog-friendly?: Yes

    Fair Harvest Permaculture Campground

    Snag yourself a tent, caravan, or motorhome site at the Fair Harvest Permaculture Campground when it’s open to the public—they close annually from mid-June to mid-September for permaculture course guests—and you’re in for a treat. The expansive gardens and surrounding forest make this a picturesque place to stay, and you’ll also get great insight into a more sustainable way of life. Enjoy a hot rainwater shower (on a timer to curb excessive water usage) and the convenience of clean, composting toilets. You can also do your bit to minimise waste with the farm’s comprehensive recycling system. Feel free to marvel at the bountiful fruit and vegetable gardens, but refrain from taking any produce.

    Address: 426 Carters Road, Margaret River

    Price: From $36/night

    Facilities: Fire pit, camp kitchen, cafe, rainwater showers (2), composting toilets (2)

    Accessibility: Call for information

    Dog-friendly?: Yes, on lead. There is also one designated off-lead paddock

    Gracetown Caravan Park

    a tent at Gracetown Caravan Park, Margaret River

    There are stylish tents available for an elevated camping experience.

    A tennis court, an 18-hole mini golf course, and a season of ‘movies under the stars’: the A+ amenities keep coming at Gracetown Caravan Park. With the Margaret River township 15 km away (and Cowaramup Bay 2.5 km), it may be a rural campsite, but it has everything you could ever need. And, because it’s on 13 acres of bushland, each camp and caravan site (powered or unpowered) has plenty of space between them, often separated by a row of trees. It’s the holy grail of Margaret River camping.

    Address: 744 Cowaramup Bay Road, Gracetown

    Price: From $35/night (unpowered)

    Facilities: Laundry, boat parking, convenience store, free wi-fi, 18-hole mini golf, tennis court, basketball court, volleyball court, playground, camp kitchen, toilet block, baby bath

    Accessibility: Call for more information

    Dog-friendly?: No

    Hamelin Bay Holiday Park

    It doesn’t get much better than setting up the tent, caravan, or motorhome a stone’s throw from the beachfront. At Hamelin Bay Holiday Park, you get just that. Walking down to the protected waters of the park’s namesake bay takes less than five minutes; it’s a favourite for families keen on safe swimming and beach fishing. To throw the line in further out, bring the boat and launch it from the ramp. The bay is also known for its resident ray population that glides through the shallows daily, searching the sandy bottom for a feed. They’re harmless, but giving them their distance is essential when you see them.

    Address: Hamelin Bay Road West, Hamelin Bay

    Price: From $40/night (unpowered)

    Facilities: Fire pits, water (bore), kiosk, camp kitchen, barbecues, boat ramp, ablution block, laundry, playground, power

    Accessibility: Call for more information

    Dog-friendly?: No

    RAC Margaret River Nature Park

    the RAC Margaret River Nature Park surrounded by lush greenery

    RAC Margaret River Nature Park is tucked away amongst shady trees.

    Of all the options you have for camping in Margaret River, RAC Margaret River Nature Park is the closest to the township. But you don’t have to give up nature and seclusion for the convenience. The facility sits within the Wooditjup National Park, surrounded by tall Karri, Marri, and Jarrah trees, which you can ride through on the numerous mountain biking trails. All campsites are powered, big enough for caravans and motorhomes, and on compact ground. If you’re tenting, heavy-duty pegs are needed.

    Address: Bramley National Park, Carters Road, Margaret River

    Price: From $47/night (powered)

    Facilities: Dump point, laundry facilities, water, barbecue area, nature playground, camp kitchen, ablution block, free wi-fi, kiosk, bike hire

    Accessibility: Accessible bathroom. Contact the park for more accessibility information

    Dog-friendly?: No

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