
Holiday houses in Caves Beach
Find and book unique accommodation on Airbnb
Top-rated holiday rentals in Caves Beach
Guests agree: these stays are highly rated for location, cleanliness and more.
Holiday rentals for every style
Get the amount of space that is right for you
Popular amenities for Caves Beach holiday rentals
Other great holiday rentals in Caves Beach

Tranquil Bush Retreat

A slice of Caves Beach paradise

Unit in Water Lovers Playground

Escape@cavesbeach

The Palms Beachside Retreat

Pacific Breeze

Caves Classic

Seaside Surf Shack @Frenchmans beach
Quick stats about holiday rentals in Caves Beach
Total rentals
100 properties
Nightly prices starting at
$91 AUD before taxes and fees
Total number of reviews
3.9K reviews
Family-friendly rentals
80 properties are a good fit for families
Pet-friendly rentals
10 properties allow pets
Rentals with a pool
40 properties have a pool
Your guide to Caves Beach
Welcome to Caves Beach
If ever a destination was accurately named, Caves Beach is it. Located on the Swansea Peninsula north of Sydney — between Lake Macquarie (the largest saltwater lake in the Southern Hemisphere) and the Pacific Ocean — this tiny town hosts a wide array of sea caves, with long stretches of powdery sand linking each. But its natural assets extend beyond its eponymous features: like the surrounding national parkland and hinterland mountains, draped with forest and offering a mecca for adventure enthusiasts. Any stay here is a step back in time in the best possible way, with the clock slowed to allow for long days of boating, swimming, fishing, and just doing, well, not that much at all. The best Caves Beach days end with ocean-fresh fish and chips, enjoyed with your feet nestled in the sand by the water’s edge.
The best time to stay in a holiday rental in Caves Beach
This part of the North Coast of New South Wales becomes very busy in Australia’s warmer months, when Caves Beach is patrolled by lifesavers from September to April. Swim between the flags to stay safe. If you aren’t a swimmer or a surfer, peak season to book an accommodation is between May and November, when hiking opportunities abound and when more than 25,000 humpback and southern right whales steam up and down Australia’s east coast on their annual migration. Given their numbers, you’ll likely spot them breaching and blowing from the shore at numerous lookouts along the Swansea Peninsula.
Top things to do in Caves Beach
Lake Macquarie
Lake Macquarie spans a mind-blowing 32 kilometres (20 miles) of coastline and is twice the size of Sydney Harbour. It’s also the largest saltwater lagoon in the Southern Hemisphere, which means plenty of space for uninterrupted swimming, surfing, boating, fishing, or just relaxing on golden sandy beaches. Most lakeside towns here have epic farmers’ or craft markets — be sure to pick up local produce, seafood, or artisan bread for your stay.
Newcastle
Newcastle lies just north of Caves Beach. It may not be the biggest city in New South Wales, but it takes home other records as Australia’s second-oldest city and the state’s busiest sea port. Visit to surf, cruise, swim in historic ocean pools, or spot dolphins along epic coastal trails. Then explore atmospheric neighbourhoods like Cooks Hill, home to galleries, design stores, and cool cafes.
Museum of Art and Culture Lake Macquarie
This regional gallery hosts world-class exhibitions, many of which spotlight artists with a connection to the area. Peruse works — including pieces in the sculpture park — by notable local creatives and learn about the region’s Aboriginal community and prominent figures in the process. If you’re inspired by what you see, take an art class here, or pick up a glossy book in the well-curated gift shop.
Destinations to explore
- Sydney Holiday rentals
- Sydney Harbour Holiday rentals
- Blue Mountains Holiday rentals
- Hunter valley Holiday rentals
- Northern Rivers Holiday rentals
- South Coast Holiday rentals
- Bondi Beach Holiday rentals
- Canberra Holiday rentals
- Mid North Coast Holiday rentals
- Wollongong City Council Holiday rentals
- Manly Holiday rentals
- Surry Hills Holiday rentals
- Family-friendly rentals Caves Beach
- Pet-friendly rentals Caves Beach
- Rentals with pools Caves Beach
- Beach house rentals Caves Beach
- House rentals Caves Beach
- Villa rentals Caves Beach
- Rentals with beach access Caves Beach
- Rentals with outdoor seating Caves Beach
- Beachfront rentals Caves Beach
- Rentals with a washing machine and dryer Caves Beach
- Rentals with a patio Caves Beach
- Avalon Beach
- Newcastle Beach
- Terrigal Beach
- Copacabana Beach
- Merewether Beach
- Dee Why Beach
- Newport Beach
- Stockton Beach
- Mona Vale Beach
- Narrabeen Beach
- Wamberal Beach
- Bungan Beach
- Hunter Valley Gardens
- Killcare Beach
- North Avoca Beach
- Putty Beach
- Birdie Beach
- North Curl Curl Beach
- Warriewood Beach
- Bouddi National Park
- Snapperman Beach
- Australian Reptile Park
- Budgewoi Beach
- Nelson Bay Golf Club