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MOANA BEACHFRONT HOLIDAY APARTMENT 12A
Truly fab place to stay, probably my favourite beachside Airbnb in this areaso far. The location is perfect: right on the esplanade with amazing sea views, which surprisingly isn’t that easy to find along this strip as the higher yu go, the more the cliffs and brush get in the way. It’s just serene watching the waves roll in, whatever the weather. This Airbnb is so beautifully cared for. It’s not precious, which makes a seaside jaunt much more relaxing. Tracy has literally thought of everything. You turn around and, yep, there’s a charger port when you need it, every appliance you could want – the kitchen is really well equipped. I loved the upside-down living; it was such a pleasure to be upstairs with comfy couches and a great new TV setup. Also, super retro touch: literally every DVD you can think of. Two coffee machines (yes, two!), and a great café right next door. Deep Blue is open on all public holidays, which is ace. Supermarket nearby also open on public holidays!

Blue Seas on The Esplanade
My wife, son and I had such a fantastic stay at Denise’s property. Denise was so kind and helpful during our stay and also in the lead up, she even purchased a high chair to save us the hassle. The house itself was perfect. Private access via an external staircase out the back and an undercover park in the back yard also ensured total privacy during our stay. The amenities were great but above all else the view was fantastic! Stunning uninterrupted views of the rolling waves and you could see granite island including the jetty which was even gorgeous when lit up at night. The perfect place for our family getaway!

Beachfront on Seagull - Uninterrupted Seaviews
fabulous location, beautiful view over the ocean. Spacious. Nicely appointed. Nice touch of the Tim Tams and wine on arrival. Suited our needs perfectly

The Salty Seagull - cosy, ocean view bliss!
We had a wonderful stay at Kelly’s spacious, comfortable and beautifully appointed Airbnb. The location was fantastic, the sea view was lovely. We felt right at home. Kelly was very communicative and there were lots of thoughtful touches in the apartment. We would recommend this Airbnb to all.

Luxe Beachfront Escape on Moana Beach, sleeps 6
As an interstate group coming for the carnival atmosphere of the Gather round, the seaside location was a fantastic bookend to a frenetic trip into the city!

Stunning 2 Bedroom apartment with ocean views
A great apartment with everything you need. Can walk to the beach and food outlets. Great view and lovely sitting on the front deck watching the sunset. Monica was very helpful and kind. If we lived in SA we would visit much more often!

Accommodation victor harbour
Thanks Paul, we really enjoyed our last minute stay at your apartment. Great location and good to be by the ocean.

Luxury New Esplanade Beachfront Apartment
This property offers everything you could want in a relaxing break by the beach. Every thought has been put into the add-ons, including beach supplies, pantry necessities and all linen in a meticulously clean and tastefully decorated environment. This, in addition to a stunning view, and a safe, secure location is a ‘must book’ for a memorable weekend away.
Waterfront house rentals

Victor Beach House - Seafront@Victor (3 king beds)
We loved staying here the sound of the ocean and the beautiful smell of the sea and the accommodation was amazing everything Leanne said it would be perfect place would recommend it to everyone

Ochre Point Beach House on Moana Seafront.
This was our third wonderful stay at Ochre Point Beach House. Jess and Tyson were incredibly responsive and thoughtful throughout our visit. The house was perfectly equipped with absolutely everything we could possibly need—they truly thought of every detail. The views were absolutely breathtaking. We also really appreciated the little extras, it all made us feel so welcome and at home. It’s clear that Jess and Tyson genuinely care about their guests’ comfort, and it made all the difference. Highly recommend this place if you're looking for a relaxing, well-thought-out stay!

Moana Sunsets Beach House ocean views (4-15guests)
Beautiful views, very spacious, perfect for our weekend away to visit McLaren wineries.

Beachfront Bliss at Sellicks
Would book again in a heartbeat! We had a wonderful week away with the family. Plenty of room for everyone and the kids utilised the play area downstairs. The view from the balcony was absolutely beautiful and we loved being able to pop across the road to the beach for a walk or enjoy an incredible sunset. Gretchen was always responsive to messages and lovely to deal with, thank you.

Villa Rossi, Esplanade, 4 bdrm 2.5 bath, 2 lounge
Incredible spot right above the ocean. Very peaceful and the house has great views and is very spacious. Thoroughly recommend for couples/friends looking for a long weekend getaway.

259 Esplanade Aldinga hosted by SA Stays
A very luxurious property with wonderful appliances. Bedding towels great quality. Suited our family of 12. Great sunsets from the balcony ,views both front and back. Highly recommend.

Stunning Family Home
We had a wonderful stay in Denise’s beautiful home in Middleton. Perfect location with sensational views. Plenty of space and privacy for three couples on a golfing weekend away. Everything included in the kitchen for stay in meals. Denise was a good communicator and check in was easy. Would highly recommend you stay here if you’re planning to visit the area.

Sunset Shack Hindmarsh Island
We loved our stay, the kitchen had everything you needed and even with 10 of us there was more than enough room. The deck and main living area were standouts and the chess board was well used! Lots of light and beautiful views across the lake. We would definitely stay again. Thank you!
Quick stats about waterfront rentals in Encounter Bay
Total rentals
20 properties
Nightly prices starting at
$100 before taxes and fees
Total number of reviews
1.2K reviews
Family-friendly rentals
20 properties are a good fit for families
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10 properties allow pets
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10 properties have a dedicated workspace
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