As Kiwis begin planning their first bubble holidays and reunions with family across the ditch, many of us are looking for somewhere with some extra space.
A beach house might be just the place. The New South Wales coast is full of oceanfront properties, ranging from deluxe designer piles to something best described as an Australian version of a 'beach bach'.
In all shapes, sizes and scenic locations - they have one thing in common: plenty of room for a bubble reunion.
Ranging from $300 to $3000 a night you'll get great value out of these beachy getaways, if you fill them with family and friends. Of course, they all have barbecues!
Here's a pick of 10 top beach houses with availability:
New South Wales most scenic beach houses
Waters Edge - Forresters Beach
A four bedroom beach house has designer appeal . Darren Tye's newbuild home provides floor-to-ceiling views of the NSW coast. The architecture recently gained approval from Aussie TV show hosts Elyse and Josh of The Block.
'Forries' - as the area is known - has a lot of the relaxed Beach-Bohemian feel of Byron Bay, without the crowds.
$2250pn
Ku De Ta – Terrigal
Light-filled Ku De Ta is within walking distance of both the North Avoca beaches and the downtown bars and cafes of Terrigal.
$820pn
Avoca Beach penthouse – Avoca Beach
With an impressive entrance and open Caesarstone kitchen, the penthouse is perfect for entertaining. The decking and bedroom balconies spill out onto the beach, which is a less than 100 metres away.
$960pn
Blue Water - Forresters Beach
Forries' ultra-modern beach house spreads onto three glass-walled storeys. With the future facing house has plenty of high-tech touches such as a central sound system and underfloor heating for a winter getaway.
$2400pn
Waves at Wamberal – Wamberal Beach
Catch a break at Waves. With private beach access and uninterrupted waterfront views, Waves is a surfer's paradise. There are six bedrooms to fill with mates and family – but you'll be spending most of your time on Wamberal beach.
$2090pn
Butlers Beach Escape – Killcare Heights
With a commanding perch over Palm Beach, the top of Killcare Heights is the perfect place for living it up. Arranged around a resort-style pool, with two living areas, it's a place for large groups to meet up.
$480pn
Killcare Beach House – Killcare
Built around a central pool overlooking the sea, you and up to eight guests will find it hard to leave this perfect beach pad. It somehow manages to provide beach views from every bedroom. There's even a bath tub with a perfect ocean view.
$1700pn
Paradise on Painters - Terrigal
So it's not exactly a beach house, but the town house in the heart of Terrigal offers privacy and a short walk to the surf. Of note is the master suite with a two-way fireplace and soaking tub.
$540pn
Driftwood – Killcare
Driftwood's outdoor entertaining deck is the perfect place for catching up over a coastal view
$590pn
Salhia Beach House – Macmasters Beach
Wraparound decks and an al fresco bar, the Salhia is the place for a get-together over the local surf. The outdoor showers and a cabana sun-shelter allow you to move between the house and the beach with ease.
There's ample room for eight and bedrooms on two levels.
$340pn
For more information see belleescapes.com.au
