The best glamping pod rentals in South Coast

Stretching from Sydney down to the Victorian border, the South Coast of NSW is a laid-back, unpretentious year-round destination filled with uncrowded white-sand beaches, crystal-blue bays, whale-watching opportunities, and wildlife-filled national parks. Adventurous travellers can find plenty of opportunities for surfing, diving, and bushwalking, while those who just want to relax can set up camp beachside and take in the natural beauty. As this region is far less-visited than the north coast, you might even feel like you have the place all to yourself.

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Top-rated campgrounds

Stretching from Sydney down to the Victorian border, the South Coast of NSW is a laid-back, unpretentious year-round destination filled with uncrowded white-sand beaches, crystal-blue bays, whale-watching opportunities, and wildlife-filled national parks. Adventurous travellers can find plenty of opportunities for surfing, diving, and bushwalking, while those who just want to relax can set up camp beachside and take in the natural beauty. As this region is far less-visited than the north coast, you might even feel like you have the place all to yourself.

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1. NRMA Batemans Bay Holiday Resort

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150 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Batehaven, NSW

Looking for a Batemans Bay caravan park with unbeatable beachfront access and resort-style extras? Look no further. NRMA Batemans Bay Holiday Resort offers caravan and camping, glamping and pet-friendly accommodation right on the waterfront. With direct access to the sheltered waters of Corrigan's Beach, this is a South Coast getaway filled with effortless fun. Families will love the lagoon-style swimming pool, mini golf course, adventure playground, and school holiday activities. Grown-ups can relax with stunning views over the bay, unwind on the poolside deck, or savor fresh Clyde River oysters just minutes away. There’s just so many things to do in Batemans Bay. NRMA Batemans Bay Holiday Park is located 3km outside Batemans Bay on the NSW South Coast. It’s an easy two-hour drive from Canberra and four hours from Sydney, so easy weekenders and longer stays are both on the cards. The park is situated adjacent to Corrigan's Beach, where you can swim, kayak and play in the sheltered waters of the bay.

2. Tathra Beach Eco Camp

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140 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · Tathra, NSW

CAMP AMONGST NATURE ON THE NSW SOUTH COAST! Come and experience a beautiful stay at Tathra Beach Eco Camp. Stay amongst the beautiful untouched natural surrounds of Tathra on the South Coast of NSW. Join us on a journey of rejuvenation, and come and experience a truly unique and special location. Our facilities: New camp kitchen and gathering space Dedicated macropod and kangaroo rest area Bike jump track Nature based playground Beach access Mountain biking and bush walk trails Cultural and yarn time area Kitchen garden and chickens Wattleseed Cafe – our onsite cafe Beach shower Bathrooms and laundry Our accommodation: Glamping for couples & families Gumnut pods for couples Modern and stylish cabins Large powered and unpowered sites for camping and caravanning Ensuite sites

3. NRMA Murramarang Beachfront Holiday Resort

146 sites · Tents, RVs, Lodging · South Durras, NSW

Every so often, a destination is so special that time spent there creates memories to be cherished forever. Murramarang Beachfront Holiday Resort is one such place, nestled between the bush and the beach just north of Batemans Bay on the NSW South Coast. Surrounded by national park and with total beach access, at Murramarang you’ll discover a coastal wilderness hiding treasures untold. Better bring the snorkel, the fishing rod and the walking shoes. And whether you opt for a villa just metres from the sand or the family caravan, our team will go the extra mile to make your trip comfortable, easy and extra special. From feasting on local flavours at our bistro to poolside cocktails while the kids play, these are moments that matter in a place made for making memories. NRMA Murramarang Beachfront Holiday Resort is in South Durras on the NSW South Coast, just 15 minutes north of Batemans Bay. It’s an easy two-hour drive from Canberra and four from Sydney, so cheeky weekenders and extended school holiday stays are both on the cards.

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The best glamping pods in South Coast guide

Where to go

Illawara

On the Illawara Coast, Shellharbour is home to the National Surfing Reserve of Killalea, and the area is also a favourite of snorkellers and divers who can explore the many shipwrecks and marine life-filled underwater cliffs. Beachfront and just a short walk from the centre, various tourist parks offer a range of accommodation including powered sites, ensuite cabins, and self-contained beachside cottages. A little farther south, Killalea State Park has a secluded camping area in the park’s grassy meadows with access to facilities including toilets, hot showers, and an undercover electric barbecue area.

Shoalhaven Coast

Another favourite among surfers and divers, the Shoalhaven Coast is also known as a wine-growing region and for the powder-white sands, crystalline waters, and whale- and dolphin-spotting opportunities of Jervis Bay. Within Booderee National Park at Jervis Bay, the Cave Beach camping area offers some of Australia’s best secluded beach camping with access to cold showers and barbecues. Farther south, beachfront caravan sites and campgrounds in Murramarang National Park let you can camp alongside resident kangaroos.

Eurobodalla Coast

The Eurobodalla Coast is home to the seaside town of Batemans Bay, famed for its fresh seafood, particularly oysters, as well as the Clyde River National Park, where you can go bushwalking, kayaking, and fishing. Just south of town, Batemans Bay holiday parks offer villas as well as powered sites with access to laundry facilities and BBQ areas. Farther south, Tuross Head is perched on a headland between two tidal lakes, making it the perfect spot for kayaking, fishing, boating, and swimming. Look out for peaceful holiday units, plus powered and unpowered caravan and camping sites with ocean views and easy access to the beach and lake.

Sapphire Coast

At the southern end of the NSW coast, the tranquil Sapphire Coast is home to the small town of Eden, one of the best places in Australia to spot humpback whales on their annual migration from May through September. Just outside town, waterfront holiday parks offer large powered and unpowered caravan sites, as well as a range of cabins, with access to camp kitchens. Forty minutes north, rustic Hobart Beach Campground in Bournda National Park has unpowered sites that make the perfect base for swimming, hiking, and exploring nearby secluded beaches.