
House vacation rentals in Townsville
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Total vacation rentals
Explore 250 vacation rentals in Townsville

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Townsville vacation rentals start at $10 per night before taxes and fees

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Family-friendly vacation rentals
170 properties offer extra space & kid-friendly amenities

Pet-friendly vacation rentals
Find 70 rentals that welcome pets

Vacation rentals with a pool
100 properties feature pools

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
120 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
240 of Townsville vacation rentals include wi-fi access

Popular amenities for guests
Guests love Kitchen, Wifi, and Pool across Townsville rentals

4.8 Average rating
Townsville stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
Top-rated house rentals in Townsville
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Mount Louisa Castle
This modern home offers stunning views, scenic walking trails, and remarkable acoustics. It features cathedral ceilings, a raised lounge, and both indoor and outdoor dining areas with Mt Louisa as a backdrop. The kitchen is fully equipped, and four air-conditioned bedrooms, with desks, provide comfort and privacy. The master bedroom, with a raked timber ceiling, has serene views. Conveniently located near shops, Domain Central, and local attractions, it blends tranquility with accessibility.
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Family home, away from home. Quiet 4BR/3BA.
Say goodbye to bathroom queues. This modern 4-bedroom, 3-bathroom home is ideal for quiet work crews and families. Sleeps up to 8 guests with a large open living and dining area, fully equipped kitchen and a separate theatre room to relax after a busy day. Multiple living spaces and three full bathrooms make group stays easy. Best suited to quiet, respectful groups, not parties or events. Ideal for longer stays with fast Wi-Fi, comfortable beds and garage parking in a quiet neighbourhood.
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ISLAND ADVENTURE HOLIDAY HOUSE
This large 2 storey holiday house has it all. Big enough for 2 or more families to holiday together and share the cost (sleeps max 14). Otherwise, plenty of space for smaller groups to spread out and enjoy with 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms & 2 kitchens. There is a good sized swimming pool or it's only a short stroll to the local beach. If you don't feel like cooking, walk down to the local bar for a steak and some beers or whatever else you fancy. Enjoy & relax on Magnetic Island.
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Lakeside Luxury 4 BR Stunner
Forget your worries in this spacious and serene space. Put your feet up and enjoy the Lakeside Luxury garden and water views from the patio, or from inside the fully air-conditioned home. You can try your luck with fishing or mud crabbing from the edge of the property. Secure Double Garage with onsite Parking. Only 5 min walk to the Castletown Shopping Centre. 3.4 km from Townsville Airport. Less than 3km to Townsville 400 Racetrack, Townsville Central and Townsville Stadium.
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Wagtail on the Patio
Enjoy a comfortable stay in this centrally located two-bedroom post-war home, with a large deck and pool. Perfect for small families, couple retreats or a working holiday equipped with a study space. Fully airconditioned, with fans and wifi supplied. We offer an entire home including a queen and double bed. There is a neat kitchen equipped for you to make a meal or you can just pop down the road for a coffee from one of our best roasters in town, Good Morning Coffee Trader.
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Magic Modern Mundingburra Classic Queenslander
Relax with the whole family at this peaceful place to stay - Airbnb Real Estate invites you to this spacious 6 bedroom 3 bathroom newly renovated home in Mundingburra, Townsville. The gorgeous family home features 5 spacious bedrooms in the main house, with an additional private bedroom in the pool area allowing comfortable accommodation for a large family or group of friends. An open and inviting living area, a fully equipped kitchen, and modern amenities.
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2 min walk to beach
Explore the vibrant tropics from this spacious renovated unit. Tailored for family and friend groups with a fully-equipped kitchen, BBQ, balcony and fenced. Yoga equipment (for the sunrise session on our balcony) and board games are all provided. Stroll a 2 minute walk to the beach (with free bbqs and gazebos) and parklands. The Strand foreshore, a hub of beach activities, and restaurants, awaits. Magnetic Island ferry terminal is an 8min drive.
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Naturally Keesing
The house opens up to the kitchen, dining and lounge room, and then out to a huge back patio with views down to the river, park and playground. Outdoor furniture and bbque are provided. The kitchen has everything required. There is a flat screen television and DVD player in the lounge room. All of this area is air conditioned. Laundry has a top load washing machine. A great relaxing house with tranquil surroundings and abundant wildlife.
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Beachfront Family Escape w Private Pool & Parking
Wake up to stunning ocean views at this beautifully renovated absolute beachfront home in Pallarenda. Perfect for families, couples and groups, it features direct beach access, a private pool, spacious indoor and outdoor living, and a fully fenced yard for approved pets. Enjoy peaceful beachfront surrounds just a short drive from cafés, restaurants and local attractions, making it the perfect coastal escape for short or extended stays.
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NEW! Maggie A-frame hideaway
Maggie A-frame is a beautiful wooden A-frame house situated in Horseshoe Bay on tropical Magnetic Island. The island itself is within the World Heritage listed Great Barrier Reef Marine Park, easily located by a short ferry ride from Townsville, Queensland. Surrounded by palm trees and mango trees, Maggie A-frame houses five lucky guests – with a hammock and a private garden filled with birds and tropical plants.
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Central seaside home
Enjoy this perfectly positioned apartment two blocks from the Strand and Queens Gardens, with amazing Castle hill views straight out the dining room window. Conveniently located cross the road from Coles and all of Gregory St pubs and restaurants. Only a short walk from the rock pool, splash park, ferry terminal, Flinders St nightlife and Stadium. Or escape the heat inside with some Netflix and chill time on us.
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Airy 3BR Kirwan Home with Parking and WFH Office
Escape to your sun-drenched Townsville sanctuary! This bright, modern home comfortably sleeps 6 and is perfect for families or professionals. Enjoy minimalist style, full A/C, fast Wi-Fi, a dedicated workspace, and a private courtyard. Centrally located just minutes from JCU, the hospital, and major shopping centers, it's the perfect base for your trip. Features a fully equipped kitchen and secure parking.
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Popular amenities for Townsville house rentals
House rentals with a pool

TREETOPS YOUR ISLAND HOME
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Queenslander with water views
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Valletta
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Pool & Stadium View | Inner-City Queenslander
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Beach House on Cay
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Lagoon Front Retreat | Pool | Wildlife | Sleeps 7
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Waterlily Oasis Stylish 4 Bedroom Stay
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Tropical holiday home with a pool
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Weekly house rentals

Centrally Located Home with Amazing Ocean View!
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Cockle Bay Beach House
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Home Sweet Home - 3 bedroom, 1 bathroom house.
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Private en-Suite In Townsville
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Chic Retreat: Vintage & Modern
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Lime Tree Cottage - Close to city
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Joa House
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Gremlins Rest, beach shack in Arcadia
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Private house rentals

NEW Home"Reef Shack" sleep-9
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Family Home I Close to CBD, Strand & Stadium
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Spacious 4BR Home in Douglas
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Centrally located, close to the Airport & Strand
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Townsville Beauty, New Home
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5-Star Favourite | Everything you need
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Idalia Oasis: 4BR Family Retreat with Garden Bliss
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The Shack on Sixth
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When is the best time to visit Townsville?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sep | Oct | Nov | Dec |
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| Avg. price | $144 | $142 | $138 | $151 | $147 | $169 | $138 | $139 | $138 | $141 | $131 | $172 |
| Avg. temp | 83°F | 83°F | 81°F | 79°F | 74°F | 70°F | 68°F | 69°F | 74°F | 78°F | 81°F | 83°F |
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