The most luxurious places you can rent on Airbnb in Victoria

WANT to see how the other half live? We’ve found some of the most expensive Airbnb houses to rent in Melbourne and Victoria — and you’re sure to get a taste of the good life.

You'd want an indoor pool if you were handing over $3000 a night - and this place delivers just that. Picture: Airbnb

WANT to see how the other half live?

We’ve found some of the most expensive Airbnb houses to rent in Melbourne and Victoria — and you’re sure to get a taste of the good life.

Sprawling grounds, giant pools, bedrooms the size of a normal living room and views to take your breath away — it’s no wonder these places will cost you an arm and a leg (or more like a weeks wage) for just one night.

Whether you’re looking for luxury in Melbourne’s most well-to-do burbs or a special get away across Victoria — there are plenty of places to stay and a handful that will break the bank.

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The Hamptons, Portsea

$3750 per night, minimum 2 night stay

This shaker-style home has all the qualities of the Hamptons homes favoured by New York’s rich and famous.

Its seven bedrooms and seven bathrooms accommodate 16 guests and has all the modern amenities you’d expect at home.

It’s got an infinity pool, children’s pavilion, tennis court, 10-car garage with a lift to the kitchen and a master suite with two ensuites.

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Right out of a magazine photo shoot — this house has something that makes you want to throw away your hard earned just to take a peak. Picture: Airbnb

Whitesbeach Guesthouse, Torquay

$2999 per night

This spacious home combines all the luxuries of a large hotel with the exclusivity of a bed and breakfast. It’s located only a block away from Whitesbeach and a 15 minute stroll from Torquay’s town centre. With eight bedrooms, it can easily accommodate 16 people and the indoor pool is sure to be a winner for all who stay.

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You'd want an indoor pool if you were handing over $3000 a night — and this place delivers just that. Picture: Airbnb

The Beach House, Portsea

$2500 per night, 7 night minimum stay

This modern house has all the creature comforts you’d expect to be handing over a weeks wage on one night. From infloor heating, to a media room, a 20m lap pool with diving board and tennis court — you’re sure to quickly learn how the other half lie.

In floor heating, a pool and tennis court — see how the other half live. Picture: Airbnb

Albert Road, South Melbourne

$2317 per night, 7 night minimum stay

This Victorian style mansion has been turned into an urban sanctuary that combines colours and fabrics with a modern twist.

It’s five bedrooms accommodate as many as 10 people and its opulent dining room with marble fireplace is sure to impress.

This Victorian style mansion in South Melburne has been turned into an urban sanctuary. Picture: Airbnb

South Yarra Manor, South Yarra

$2317 per night, 14 night minimum stay

Located in one of the best streets in South Yarra this mansion combines traditional architecture and modern design.

It’s got both and indoor and outdoor kitchen an inground heated pool — and did we mention the location?

Combining location with a spanning home — South Yarra Manor surely lives up to its name. Picture: Airbnb

Hopes Rise, Mount Martha

$1375 per night, 2 night minimum stay

This beach hideaway is set on 2.5 acres close to the beach, shops, golf course and wineries and can accommodate 16 people.

Set over five levels it has a games room, extensive gardens and an outdoor pool that is sure to keep everyone happy.

Location, location, location — it's in a beautiful spot, but why would you want to leave Hopes Rise? Picture: Airbnb

The Nunnery Guesthouse, Fitzroy

$1800 per night, 2 night minimum stay

Located in the heart of Fitzroy, this guesthouse sleeps up to 21 people and exudes charm.

Built in the 1860s, it boasts high ceilings, handmade light fittings and marble fireplaces.

This place, built in the 1860s, has enough room to house you and 20 of your friends. Picture: Airbnb

Baillieu Court, Portsea

$1475 per night, 7 night minimum stay

There’s a palm tree built into the pool decking — so you know this is an opulent home.

The expansive property includes a pool, tennis court, theatre room and inspiring views.

There is enough room for 11 guests and the main bathroom has a double shower.

It's got more than one giant deck, a pool and a palm tree — paradise! Picture: Airbnb

Villa Alena, Healesville

$1201 per night

This Yarra Valley hideaway is nestled on a quiet, leafy street — but you wouldn’t know the bustling tourist town was so close.

It sleeps 10, has the most beautiful grounds and picturesque outdoor pool.

It's like living in your own castle — but it's in Healesville. Picture: Airbnb

Sorrento Avenue, Sorrento

$1450 per night, 2 night minimum stay

Boasting a unique beach house feel and the sounds of waves crashing nearby — this home perched high above the coast shares amazing views of the area.

This immaculate beach house is definitely worth a look — even if its just online. Picture: Airbnb

And here’s something for the battlers …

The Floating BnB, Docklands

$24 a night

Just because you don’t want to break the bank it doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy something truly unique. And those living the high life have boats — so why not spend the night in a wooden ketch docked at Melbourne’s Victoria Harbour. The location is also close to the CBD.

Those living the high life have boats — so why not spend the night in a wooden ketch docked at Melbourne’s Victoria Harbour. Picture: Airbnb

Are there any we have missed? Comment below.

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