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Luxury Apartment Overlooking City and Darling Harbour
Feel the excitement of being only an elevator ride away from harbour-side activities. Admire walls filled with edgy and captivating art, and unwind on a comfy leather couch. Have nightcaps on the balcony and sleep in bedrooms with city skyline and Harbour views. We know you will feel at home with super comfortable modern light and cozy bedrooms, with built-in wardrobes and TVs. Google Chrome is also available on the Main TV in the lounge room. I'm sure you'll love coming back and unwinding after a day or night of enjoying everything Sydney offers. You'll not want to leave!

Apartment directly on beach with stunning views
This studio flat is located directly overlooking Gordon's bay. There are no cars or streets, just the coastal walking path. The coastal path, Gordon's bay and Clovelly are a mere handful of steps away. The studio is located on the bottom floor of an apartment block. It has its own separate private entrance. The flat is located to receive afternoon sun, and the sunsets are stunning. The waves are audible at night. The coastal path it overlooks is peacefully quiet at night - no traffic noise!

Harbour Hideaway
Beach front Luxury escape for 2 only. No parties allowed, it is on the lower level of our house, which overlooks Sydney Harbour, It has its own private entrance and is totally separate, it has direct access to the beach in Clontarf, there are 62 steps up to the apartment. We are on the Spit bridge to Manly walk which is stunning. Seaforth Village and Manly are close. Sandy bar cafe at the Marina and Bosk in Park, also a wide variety of first-class dining and shopping options are close by

Leafy garden chalet in InnerWest with water views
Charming self-contained garden chalet in Inner Sydney in small leafy backyard off Blackwattle Bay. Access through house. Cook St is off Glebe Pt Rd with its cafes, pubs, bookshops, amenities, and Broadway Shopping Centre. 10 min walk thru park to TramSheds. Ferry to Barangaroo at bottom of road. Buses, lightrail to fish markets, Darling Harbour, markets, Central. Universities close. Friendly neighbours, parrots, possums, kookaburras. Happy dog, owner onsite. Will sleep 3 but 2 most comfortable.

Unique studio apartment in Historic Wharf
Stunning studio apartment in the renowned Woolloomooloo Wharf built in 1915. Its beautiful views over the water and Potts Point are key, but this studio has everything you need for a city visit or a staycation. Conveniently placed just minutes to Potts Point and within walking distance to all of Sydney's main attractions: Botanic Gardens, Opera House, Harbour Bridge, Art Gallery NSW, Museum of Contemporary Art and the CBD. 2 guests, any more will be charged on top. No parking for this apartment

The Salty Dog
As seen on Ch7 Morning Sunrise, House&Garden, Inside Out, Homes to Love Au, My Favourite Stays Au & NZ, Stayawhile magazines and Sommerhusmagasinet (Europe) The smell of salt air, the sound of water lapping, the sun glinting off ripples that surround you...a feeling of peace and the world left behind. The Salty Dog is a space that is both cosy and open to the water, a wooden boathouse for two that invites you to relax and just 'be', to go off grid and reconnect with mother nature at her best.

Bridge Top View 2 bedroom apartment + free parking
This magnificent two-bedroom Kirribilli apartment with panoramic Harbour Bridge, city skyline, and sunset views that flow through the entire apartment, is the perfect setting for your home away from home. Renovated and refurnished by a professional Sydney based interior design team, no stone was left unturned in providing the best guest experience Sydney has to offer. We provide all essential amenities you need, quality linens and towels, air conditioning and a parking spot to top it all off!

Smack Bang on Coogee Beach 1 bedroom Apartment
Experience the luxury of beachfront living in the heart of Coogee. Wake up to breathtaking sunrises and the soothing sound of waves in this beautifully renovated, designer appointed 1-bedroom apartment—perfect for up to 4 guests and pet-friendly. Situated smack bang on the Beach, this retreat offers effortless access to the sand, vibrant cafes, pubs, restaurants, and shopping. With city buses just steps away, it’s the ideal getaway for overseas and interstate travelers. Includes parking.

Retro, 5-Star Harbour View,Free Parking, SuperHost
Welcome to your retro 2-bedroom 1 bathroom retro apartment, it features 2 Queen beds and rollaway bed. Stunning views overlooking Sydney Harbour. Located in Kirribilli, short 4-minute walk from Milsons Point train station and Milsons Point ferry, offering direct access to Circular Quay in just 1 stop STRICTLY NO PARTIES OR SOCIAL GATHERINGS. This is a quiet building and any breech will result in immediate eviction. If you think you may be noisy after 10pm please choose another listing.

the attic • luxury harbourside suite
Enjoy this top floor attic which has been fully renovated througout. Enjoying separate entry, spectacular water views and north facing aspect. All with the comfort of reverse cycle ducted air conditioning. The building is located directly by Sydney harbour. Kurraba Reserve is footsteps away. Ferry access for services to Circular Quay is 3mins walk. Bus stop 5mins walk. You are within easy reach of Sydney's main attractions and transportation hubs while enjoying a prime peaceful location.

Absolute Tamarama Beachfront on Bondi Coastal Walk
LOCATION LOCATION! No better LOCATION! Immerse yourself in the breathtaking beauty of Tamarama Beach, Sydney's exclusive coastal gem. Our Absolute Tamarama Beachfront provides direct access to the mesmerising ocean waves, just steps away. Relax on the full-sized balcony and enjoy uninterrupted views from the Bondi Coast Walk to Tamarama, Bronte, Clovelly, and Coogee. Experience Sydney's iconic eastern surfing coastline from our captivating holiday home.

Breathtaking Sydney Harbour View! @StaySydney
Welcome to our stunning waterfront apartment with breathtaking views of Sydney Harbour! This magnificent space offers the perfect blend of modern comfort and unparalleled vistas, providing an unforgettable experience for your stay in the heart of Sydney. Open plan living with a seamless fusion of style and functionality. The expansive windows showcase uninterrupted panoramas of the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge and the world-renowned Opera House.
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Total rentals
1.5K properties
Nightly prices starting at
$14 CAD before taxes and fees
Total number of reviews
70K reviews
Family-friendly rentals
920 properties are a good fit for families
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310 properties allow pets
Rentals with a pool
350 properties have a pool
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