Open for inspection: The best coastal homes for sale around Australia

Summer is in full swing, which means many Australians are heading to the beach to soak up the sun.

For those who think they might want to spend a bit more time by the seaside, whether it’s a holiday home or a luxury sea change, we’ve rounded up the best coastal homes around Australia for sale.

Located in Whale Beach on Sydney’s northern beaches, this oceanfront property at 181 Whale Beach Road, NSW offers sun-drenched views over the sparkling sea. The classic weatherboard beach house includes five bedrooms, three bathrooms, and a minimalist white interior with exposed beams.

One of my favourite parts of this home is the exposed white trusses in the living room that frame the sea views. It gives the property a quintessential beach shack vibe, while also maintaining a luxe, high end look.

Clad in Silvertop Ash, this Barwon Heads home is the epitome of laidback coastal luxury. Located on Victoria’s Bellarine Peninsula, this expertly designed home at 34 Ozone Road, includes four bedrooms, two bathrooms, fireplace, alfresco deck with freshwater swimming pool and infrared sauna.

It’s such a pleasure to see an interior that isn’t completely stock standard. I adore the little bursts of personality in this home, like the pink bathroom tiles and basin, barn doors and vertical joint paneling.

Located within the tightly held Hobart suburb of Roches Beach, this resort-style home at 19 Kirra Road offers a seaside escape with luxury amenities. Featuring four bedrooms, two bathrooms, heated pool, hot tub and tennis court, this is a property you’ll never want to leave.

The panoramic views from this property over Frederick Henry Bay are simply breathtaking. Combine those with the exceptional amenities and this is a home you’d never need a holiday from.

Now this is an opportunity not to be missed. Located in the coveted Perth suburb of Cottesloe, this charming two-bedroom beach cottage is set on a 503sqm block and is in walking distance to North Cottesloe Beach, local cafes, shops and restaurants.

Built in 1945, this post-war cottage is brimming with charm and character. Take advantage of the block size and extend the current footprint or keep as is and enjoy the laidback beachside lifestyle.

Built circa 1890, this Adelaide beachside property in 564 Seaview Road, Grange, has been in the one family since 1958. This grand home features two frontages, six bedrooms and an underground cellar. Ripe for a rejuvenation, this property offers good bones and charming period details.

There’s so much history in a grand home like this. One such story is how the two towering Norfolk Islands pines, known as the ‘Sugars Pines’, at the back of the property acted as a navigational reference for fishermen and boaties.

Bright, white and brand new. This home at 5 Wyona Drive, Noosa Heads has all the bells and whistles to make it a perfect family haven or beach house. Featuring four bedrooms, three bathrooms, premium appliances, butler’s pantry and swimming pool.

When it comes to coastal living, it’s all about the outdoor facilities. This home provides plenty of ways to enjoy the enviable Queensland weather with an alfresco dining area, balcony with views of Sunshine and Sunrise Beaches and a swimming pool.