Sydney, New South Wales, Australia

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Vacation rentals · New South Wales, Australia

Sydney vacation rentals you can book direct

579 homes from independent hosts and managers · 578 bookable on the host's own site

As of November 2026, CielStay lists 579 homes for rent in Sydney, run by independent hosts and property managers. 578 can be booked on the host's or manager's own website (23 booking sites in all). Some are also listed on Vrbo and Booking.com; each listing shows every place it can be booked.

They include 251 houses and 307 condos. The most common size is one bedroom or a studio (383 homes). 4 homes sleep 10 or more.

Sydney rentals at a glance

Counted from what hosts list. Check the listing before you book.

By size
Studio or 1 bedroom383
2 bedrooms127
3 bedrooms32
4 bedrooms10
5 or more bedrooms4
Sleeps 10 or more4
Homes that list
Air conditioning280
Pool100
Pets allowed19
Fireplace12
Hot tub6
EV charger1

Homes in Sydney for 6 or more

8 of the 97. Search them with your dates →

The Lookout - Harbour Views & Pool

The Lookout - Harbour Views & Pool

A Mediterranean-style family home with views across the water to the Harbour Bridge. Four bedrooms (two king, two queen, two with ensuites), two lounges, a heated pool, sunny terraces and a lift to every level.

📍 Vaucluse, New South Wales, Australia
👥 8🛏️ 4🚿 3.5
$862 / night
Long Term Listing for Villa Catherine 3BR in Lilyfield with Fireplace

Long Term Listing for Villa Catherine 3BR in Lilyfield with Fireplace

This listing is the site if you would like to book a 21 day stay or more at Villa Catherine. The property is currently a successful AirbnB which has been operating for the last 12 months and who's reviews you can view by clicking on my profile picture to look at our other listing.

📍 Lilyfield, New South Wales, Australia
👥 6🛏️ 3🚿 1
$297 / night
Villa Catherine - 3BR Lilyfield

Villa Catherine - 3BR Lilyfield

Introducing Villa Catherine by Blackbird Property in Lilyfield, Sydney's Inner West. This 3-bedroom house, an RAIA Best Residential Housing winner in '17, offers a light-filled retreat just 15 mins from Sydney CBD.

📍 Lilyfield, New South Wales, Australia
👥 6🛏️ 3🚿 1
$1,513 / night
Luxury Coastal Retreat in Bundeena

Luxury Coastal Retreat in Bundeena

Escape to this magnificent coastal sanctuary in the heart of Bundeena. This exquisite property seamlessly blends modern luxury with the natural beauty of Bundeena.

📍 Bundeena, New South Wales, Australia
👥 16🛏️ 10🚿 6
$1,512 / night
Garden Terrace in Surry Hills

Garden Terrace in Surry Hills

A quiet beautifully appointed house in a leafy garden literally 20 metres from all the action in Surry Hills . It is an awesome location! This is a quiet street in the middle of Sydney's buzzing restaurant, cafe and bar area.

📍 Surry Hills, New South Wales, Australia
👥 7🛏️ 4🚿 2
$380 / night
Architectural Coastal Retreat

Architectural Coastal Retreat

A private coastal sanctuary moments from Gordon’s Bay. This architecturally designed four-bedroom home combines sophisticated interiors with a secluded, lush landscaped garden, heated mineral pool and eight-jet spa.

📍 Coogee, New South Wales, Australia
👥 6🛏️ 4🚿 1
$577 / night
Metawise Luxury 3BR Terrace in The Heart of Sydney

Metawise Luxury 3BR Terrace in The Heart of Sydney

Make yourself at home in this spacious heritage terrace tucked away in the charming streets of Millers Point. With 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, a cozy fireplace, and plenty of space to relax, it’s a great spot for families, friends, or work trips.

📍 Millers Point, New South Wales, Australia
👥 6🛏️ 3🚿 2
$345 / night
MetaWise Luxe 6 Bed Ocean View Family Home in Seaforth

MetaWise Luxe 6 Bed Ocean View Family Home in Seaforth

Set in a quiet, top-tier cul-de-sac, this spacious tri-level home offers stunning elevated views of the harbour, including Fairlight and Chinamans Beaches. It’s privately tucked away, yet just a short walk to Seaforth village.

📍 Seaforth, New South Wales, Australia
👥 12🛏️ 6🚿 3.5
$491 / night

Homes in Sydney with a pool

8 of the 100. Search them with your dates →

The Lookout - Harbour Views & Pool

The Lookout - Harbour Views & Pool

A Mediterranean-style family home with views across the water to the Harbour Bridge. Four bedrooms (two king, two queen, two with ensuites), two lounges, a heated pool, sunny terraces and a lift to every level.

📍 Vaucluse, New South Wales, Australia
👥 8🛏️ 4🚿 3.5
$862 / night
Apartment in Iconic Fingerwharf

Apartment in Iconic Fingerwharf

Comfortable and well appointed in the iconic Fingerwharf heritage listed building at Woolloomooloo. Bathed in afternoon sun, with generous balcony and fantastic views overlooking the bay towards Garden Island. Fully equipped kitchen and bathroom finishes, this is the perfect city pad with a fantastic lifestyle.

📍 Woolloomooloo, New South Wales, Australia
👥 2🛏️ 1🚿 1.5
$231 / night
Luxury Coastal Retreat in Bundeena

Luxury Coastal Retreat in Bundeena

Escape to this magnificent coastal sanctuary in the heart of Bundeena. This exquisite property seamlessly blends modern luxury with the natural beauty of Bundeena.

📍 Bundeena, New South Wales, Australia
👥 16🛏️ 10🚿 6
$1,512 / night
Harbourside 32

Harbourside 32

Relax in this comfortable two-bedroom waterfront apartment in prestigious McMahons Point. Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Opera House and sparkling harbour from every room.

📍 McMahons Point, New South Wales, Australia
👥 4🛏️ 2🚿 1
$319 / night
Harbourside 43

Harbourside 43

Ideally located just steps from McMahons Point Ferry Wharf and the waterfront, this property offers breathtaking views over the water, Harbour Bridge, and the city.

📍 McMahons Point, New South Wales, Australia
👥 4🛏️ 2🚿 1
$281 / night
Architectural Coastal Retreat

Architectural Coastal Retreat

A private coastal sanctuary moments from Gordon’s Bay. This architecturally designed four-bedroom home combines sophisticated interiors with a secluded, lush landscaped garden, heated mineral pool and eight-jet spa.

📍 Coogee, New South Wales, Australia
👥 6🛏️ 4🚿 1
$577 / night
Apt Near Prince Alfred Hospital Pool & Gym

Apt Near Prince Alfred Hospital Pool & Gym

Situated in a Camperdown’s village-like Sterling Circuit complex, this spacious 1 bedroom/1 bathroom apartment features open-plan living, wall-mounted reverse-cycle aircon, internal laundry facilities and a great balcony with outdoor seating and a barbecue.

📍 Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
👥 2🛏️ 1🚿 1
$139 / night
Harbourside #15

Harbourside #15

Direct Harbour frontage at McMahons Point. Looking over to Harbour Bridge and Opera House. An elite waterfront block of residences with full bridge, Opera House and Sydney Harbour views from every room, this immaculately presented residence will never fail to impress.

📍 McMahons Point, New South Wales, Australia
👥 20🚿 1
$227 / night

Homes in Sydney

Homes with the host's own booking site first. Prices can change and may not be exact; the asterisk shows what each one includes.

“Oh Buoy” Private Island escape

“Oh Buoy” Private Island escape

Your own Private Island awaits. A 1970s houseboat dream that floats amongst the quiet Bushlands and rivers of the Dharug nation. A unique place to dream, be inspired and at peace.

📍 Berowra, New South Wales, Australia
👥 2🛏️ 1🚿 1
~$629 / night
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Ibiza Vibes in Wonderland Valley

Ibiza Vibes in Wonderland Valley

Spacious treehouse-style apartment perched directly above the Tamarama waterfall, featuring a large open-plan kitchen and living area flowing onto an expansive 15-metre-wide balcony. Enjoy stunning east-facing views across the lush Tamarama gully and surrounding rainforest, stretching all the way to Tamarama Beach.

📍 Tamarama, New South Wales, Australia
👥 7🛏️ 3🚿 3
$429 / night
The Lookout - Harbour Views & Pool

The Lookout - Harbour Views & Pool

A Mediterranean-style family home with views across the water to the Harbour Bridge. Four bedrooms (two king, two queen, two with ensuites), two lounges, a heated pool, sunny terraces and a lift to every level.

📍 Vaucluse, New South Wales, Australia
👥 8🛏️ 4🚿 3.5
$862 / night
Long Term Listing for Villa Catherine 3BR in Lilyfield with Fireplace

Long Term Listing for Villa Catherine 3BR in Lilyfield with Fireplace

This listing is the site if you would like to book a 21 day stay or more at Villa Catherine. The property is currently a successful AirbnB which has been operating for the last 12 months and who's reviews you can view by clicking on my profile picture to look at our other listing.

📍 Lilyfield, New South Wales, Australia
👥 6🛏️ 3🚿 1
$297 / night
Sydney Iglu Summerhill Studio Single

Sydney Iglu Summerhill Studio Single

Welcome to Iglu Summerhill, your ultimate student home while you study at ILSC or Greystone College Sydney! This vibrant residence offers everything you need to live your best student life — and it's just a 35 minute train ride to the Sydney campus!

📍 Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
👥 1🛏️ 1🚿 1
$145 / night
Manhattan Tri-Level Warehouse Style Apartment

Manhattan Tri-Level Warehouse Style Apartment

Experience contemporary inner-city living in this stunning tri-level Surry Hills apartment, featuring three spacious bedrooms, two and a half bathrooms, and a dedicated undercover parking space.

📍 Surry Hills, New South Wales, Australia
👥 6🛏️ 3🚿 2.5
$329 / night
Villa Catherine - 3BR Lilyfield

Villa Catherine - 3BR Lilyfield

Introducing Villa Catherine by Blackbird Property in Lilyfield, Sydney's Inner West. This 3-bedroom house, an RAIA Best Residential Housing winner in '17, offers a light-filled retreat just 15 mins from Sydney CBD.

📍 Lilyfield, New South Wales, Australia
👥 6🛏️ 3🚿 1
$1,513 / night
Cremorne Point Art Deco Classic

Cremorne Point Art Deco Classic

Step into a light-filled, charming 100-year-old Art Deco apartment with sweeping views of Sydney’s Harbour Bridge, Opera House, and skyline.

📍 Cremorne Point, New South Wales, Australia
👥 4🛏️ 2🚿 1
$305 / night
3BR Art Deco Retreat in the Heart of Potts Point

3BR Art Deco Retreat in the Heart of Potts Point

Discover the perfect Sydney base in this charming Art Deco apartment high on the sixth floor of the iconic Francis Hall. Combining 1920s character with modern comforts, this peaceful three bedroom retreat is just moments from Potts Point’s renowned cafés, restaurants, Kings Cross Station, Sydney Harbour and CBD.

📍 Potts Point, New South Wales, Australia
👥 4🛏️ 3🚿 1
$265 / night
Loft-Style Waterfront Apartment

Loft-Style Waterfront Apartment

Enjoy stunning marina and city skyline views from the spacious open-plan living and dining area. Soaring cathedral ceilings and skylights fill the space with natural light, offering a unique and inviting atmosphere for a truly memorable stay.

📍 Woolloomooloo, New South Wales, Australia
👥 5🛏️ 2🚿 2
$404 / night
Private Garden Apartment near Bondi Beach

Private Garden Apartment near Bondi Beach

Enjoy relaxed coastal living in this spacious two-bedroom North Bondi apartment, a short walk from Bondi Beach, local cafés and neighbourhood restaurants.

📍 North Bondi, New South Wales, Australia
👥 4🛏️ 2🚿 1
$318 / night
Top Floor Art Deco Apt / Sunroom / Walk To CBD

Top Floor Art Deco Apt / Sunroom / Walk To CBD

Experience Sydney from this charming top floor Art Deco apartment in the heart of Darlinghurst. Sleeping 3, this light-filled retreat features a queen bedroom, separate sunroom with daybed, original ornate ceilings, timber floors, fully equipped kitchen and city and harbour glimpses.

📍 Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
👥 4🛏️ 1🚿 1
$142 / night
Apartment in Iconic Fingerwharf

Apartment in Iconic Fingerwharf

Comfortable and well appointed in the iconic Fingerwharf heritage listed building at Woolloomooloo. Bathed in afternoon sun, with generous balcony and fantastic views overlooking the bay towards Garden Island. Fully equipped kitchen and bathroom finishes, this is the perfect city pad with a fantastic lifestyle.

📍 Woolloomooloo, New South Wales, Australia
👥 2🛏️ 1🚿 1.5
$231 / night
Luxury Coastal Retreat in Bundeena

Luxury Coastal Retreat in Bundeena

Escape to this magnificent coastal sanctuary in the heart of Bundeena. This exquisite property seamlessly blends modern luxury with the natural beauty of Bundeena.

📍 Bundeena, New South Wales, Australia
👥 16🛏️ 10🚿 6
$1,512 / night
Harbourside 32

Harbourside 32

Relax in this comfortable two-bedroom waterfront apartment in prestigious McMahons Point. Enjoy breathtaking panoramic views of the Sydney Harbour Bridge, Opera House and sparkling harbour from every room.

📍 McMahons Point, New South Wales, Australia
👥 4🛏️ 2🚿 1
$319 / night
The Iconic Harbour Bridge View | Train | Ferry

The Iconic Harbour Bridge View | Train | Ferry

This newly updated one bed apartment is situated in a well-maintained old-world Art Deco character and charm with contemporary finishes. Conveniently located with only a short stroll to the lovely village of McMahons Point and Milsons Point, with a variety of shops, cafes, pubs, and restaurants.

📍 Lavender Bay, New South Wales, Australia
👥 5🛏️ 1🚿 1
$261 / night
Stunning Heritage Apartment with Massive Balcony!

Stunning Heritage Apartment with Massive Balcony!

Experience the perfect blend of heritage charm and modern comfort in this pristine first-floor apartment, offering stunning views of Barangaroo and the iconic Sydney Harbour Bridge.

📍 Millers Point, New South Wales, Australia
👥 4🛏️ 2🚿 2
$261 / night
Heritage Terrace with City & Park on your doorstep

Heritage Terrace with City & Park on your doorstep

Experience the charm of Sydney’s history with a stay in this beautifully renovated apartment, the original home of Alfred Short, the builder of Shorts Terrace in the 1870s. This luxurious apartment has been meticulously updated to offer modern comforts while preserving its heritage character.

📍 Millers Point, New South Wales, Australia
👥 5🛏️ 3🚿 2
$444 / night
Art Deco 2BR Retreat in the Heart of Potts Point

Art Deco 2BR Retreat in the Heart of Potts Point

Discover the perfect Sydney base in this charming Art Deco apartment high on the sixth floor of the iconic Francis Hall. Combining 1920s character with modern comforts, this peaceful two-bedroom retreat is just moments from Potts Point's renowned cafés, restaurants, Kings Cross Station, Sydney Harbour and the CBD.

📍 Potts Point, New South Wales, Australia
👥 4🛏️ 2🚿 1
$208 / night
Stunning Sydney Home 5

Stunning Sydney Home 5

Beautifully renovated with a contemporary design, this stylish apartment offers the perfect base in the heart of Sydney's CBD. Set within a landmark building just moments from Sydney Harbour, you'll be steps from iconic attractions, world-class dining, shopping, and public transport.

📍 Millers Point, New South Wales, Australia
👥 2🛏️ 1🚿 1
$202 / night
Stunning Sydney Home 9

Stunning Sydney Home 9

Beautifully renovated with a contemporary design, this stylish apartment offers the perfect base in the heart of Sydney's CBD. Set within a landmark building just moments from Sydney Harbour, you'll be steps from iconic attractions, world-class dining, shopping, and public transport.

📍 Millers Point, New South Wales, Australia
👥 2🛏️ 1🚿 1
$118 / night
Royal Surf - Beach Front Paradise

Royal Surf - Beach Front Paradise

Royal Surf offers breathtaking ocean views with direct, step-onto-the-sand beach access. Framed by lush parkland on both sides and bathed in warm north-east sunshine, it’s a retreat designed for relaxation and reinvigoration.

📍 Narrabeen, New South Wales, Australia
👥 4🛏️ 2🚿 1
$294 / night
Ensuite King Single Room with AC - Next to Central - Centrally Located in the heart of Sydney

Ensuite King Single Room with AC - Next to Central - Centrally Located in the heart of Sydney

Looking for an extravagant yet affordable place to stay while exploring, studying or working in Sydney? Got an event nearby and need somewhere comfortable to stay the night? If so, then our Artistic Guesthouse is perfect for you! Located in Surry Hills is our 3-storey modern design Artistic Terrace House.

📍 Surry Hills, New South Wales, Australia
👥 1🛏️ 1🚿 1
$91 / night
Harbourside 43

Harbourside 43

Ideally located just steps from McMahons Point Ferry Wharf and the waterfront, this property offers breathtaking views over the water, Harbour Bridge, and the city.

📍 McMahons Point, New South Wales, Australia
👥 4🛏️ 2🚿 1
$281 / night

400 of the 579 homes in Sydney

Questions about renting in Sydney

How many vacation rentals are there in Sydney?

CielStay lists 579 homes in Sydney, counted from the homes live today. By type: 251 houses and 307 condos.

Can I book a vacation rental in Sydney directly with the host?

Yes. 578 of the 579 homes here can be booked on the host's or manager's own website. Each listing links to it, along with any other place the home is listed.

How do I book a Sydney vacation rental directly with the owner?

Open a home and choose Book direct: it takes you to the host's or manager's own booking site, where you see their price and terms. You can also message the host first. CielStay doesn't take the booking or the payment. Booking direct often costs less, because no platform fee or commission is added; compare the final totals before you pay.

Where can I rent a house in Sydney for 6 people?

97 homes here sleep 6 or more; 27 are houses, the rest condos or resort suites. Add your dates and group size in the search to see which are free.

Are there vacation rentals in Sydney with a pool?

100 homes list a pool, and 6 homes a hot tub. Some pools are shared, in a resort or community, so check the listing if you want a private one.

Are there pet-friendly rentals in Sydney?

19 homes list pets as allowed. Pet fees and limits vary by host, so check the house rules on the listing.

Are there rentals in Sydney for large groups?

4 homes sleep 10 or more, and 4 homes have five or more bedrooms.

How are prices shown?

Each home shows one price with a note on what it includes; the asterisk explains how we work it out. Prices can change and may not be exact. If a host hasn't shared a fee with us, we can't include it. The host's site or booking channel has the final total; taxes are extra.