Sanctuary Cove, Queensland

This house has absolute waterfront, and a private pontoon that's excellent for the kids to play on and pop to fish from. The national park is just a stone's throw away.

Jervis Bay, New South Wales

Jervis Bay is home to some of the most breath-taking beaches in the state. This three-bedder is only a few minutes from beach and bush, and accommodates six people.

Dunsborough, Western Australia

Ocean views and just a short walk from the beach, the kids can run a riot on the bike paths and tennis court, swim in the pool or hit the beach just down the road.

Byron Bay, New South Wales

Small families looking for a bit of zen will appreciate the location of this Asian-themed two-bedroom apartment. Just 200 metres from the CBD and 400 metres from Main Beach? Yes, please.

Rosebud, Victoria

Take the pace right back on the Mornington Peninsula. This holiday house sleeps up to eight people, with beach, shops and parks at your doorstep.

Amaroo, New South Wales

This open-plan three bedder is all about views. There's a large deck overlooking a lake and beach, sunny internal decks, and safe swimming all around. Best part? Just a three-hour drive from Sydney, but you'll feel a world away from it all.

Adelaide, South Australia

Wow — hard to believe the CBD is only ten minutes away when you're in this beautiful seafront three-storey house. Having won several awards for luxury travel, it is a great spot for two or even ten to call home for a few nights.

Palm Cove, Queensland

This four-bedroom Balinese-themed house offers a taste of luxury. Lounge around the pool area, whip up a meal in the gourmet kitchen, or walk two or three minutes up the road to the excellent restaurants of Palm Cove.

Monterey Keys, Queensland

This house is big enough for two families! You'll forget the theme parks the Goldie is famous for are just five minutes away as Sunset Terrace is so peaceful. Swimming, canoeing, golfing are all on offer.

Sunderland Bay, Victoria

This house pays off on all the numbers — the beach is just 100 metres away, the spa accommodates six, the house eight, and the plasma's 50 inches. Three, two, one, let's go ...