What to Hang on the Walls of a Coastal Airbnb: A Location-by-Location Guide for Surf Coast and Bellarine Hosts
If you own a holiday rental on the Surf Coast or Bellarine Peninsula, you already know the wall art question is harder than it looks. You want something that feels local. Something guests will actually notice. Something that makes your listing photos pop and earns you those five-star reviews. I've had a lot of Airbnb hosts reach out after buying prints, and the feedback is always the same: location-specific art is the thing that pulls the whole space together.
I'm Sam, and every photo on this site was shot by me personally at the beaches I know well. I grew up around this coastline and I still shoot it regularly. That's exactly why the prints work so well for holiday rentals. Guests walk in, see a print of the beach they're about to walk to, and it clicks. The place already feels special before they've even unpacked.
Here's my honest guide to what works, location by location.
Surf Coast Airbnbs: Torquay, Bells Beach and Point Addis
Torquay is one of the most popular short-stay destinations on the Surf Coast. Guests come for the surf, the Great Ocean Road, and that classic coastal feeling. Art that reflects the local character always lands better than something generic.
My Torquay Art Print I is one of my strongest sellers for a reason. It captures the town's surf culture without being a poster. It photographs well on Airbnb listing shots, and guests consistently comment on it. If you want something with a bit more drama, Bells Beach Art Print I is a go-to for any property within striking distance of the break. Bells is one of the most recognisable surf spots in the world, and having it on the wall gives your property a sense of place that guests remember.
For something a little more unexpected, Point Addis Art Print I is my top-selling print across the whole site. I shot it from above with my drone on a still morning and the colours of the water and the shape of the bay are unlike anything you'd get from the ground. Guests at properties anywhere along the Surf Coast respond to it.
Anglesea, Aireys Inlet and Lorne Properties
The stretch between Anglesea and Lorne attracts guests who are looking for something a bit more relaxed. Art for these properties can afford to be a little more considered. I've got multiple prints covering this area, including several Anglesea options and a full range of Lorne prints.
For a property in Anglesea or nearby, Point Roadknight Art Print II has been one of my bestsellers. I've had buyers tell me they chose it specifically because of its artistic quality, not just because it was a photo of the right place. That's exactly what you want on an Airbnb wall. Something guests look at and actually appreciate, not just glance past.
For Lorne properties, the range is wide. Any of my Lorne prints work well in a living room or bedroom, and because Lorne draws a sophisticated crowd, a solid timber classic frame in black or oak suits the spaces well. The classic frame uses solid sustainably sourced plantation timber, archival glass, and comes with a 10-year warranty. It's the product I recommend most for holiday rentals because it's ready to hang and looks great in listing photos.
Bellarine Peninsula Airbnbs: Point Lonsdale, Barwon Heads and Ocean Grove
The Bellarine is a different kind of coastal experience. Families, couples, retirees. The short-stay market here is strong and the properties range from beach shacks to architect-designed holiday homes. Art needs to work across all of it.
One of my early customers, Terry, fitted out his Point Lonsdale holiday rental with local art specifically because he wanted guests to feel connected to the area. He told me he searched "Point Lonsdale art" and found me. That's exactly the kind of purchase decision I design the shop around: art that is genuinely of the place, not just coastal in a vague way.
Barwon Heads Art Print I is a consistent seller for Bellarine properties. The bridge, the river mouth, the sandbars. Guests from Melbourne know this place and they love seeing it on the wall. For Ocean Grove and Point Lonsdale properties, the Point Lonsdale Art Print IV is a solid choice and has been popular with hosts and homeowners alike.
Choosing the Right Format for a Holiday Rental
For Airbnbs, I generally point hosts toward the classic framed print or the floating frame canvas. Both are ready to hang straight out of the box, which matters when you're fitting out a property remotely. The floating frame canvas uses museum quality 400gsm Hahnemuhle Daguerre canvas with no glass, which makes it ideal for bright coastal rooms with lots of natural light. Zero reflections, great colour, and it looks great in listing photos.
If your property has a lot of sun coming in, the premium shadow box with Tru Vue Museum Glass is worth considering. The glass sits 20mm off the print for a floating shadow effect, and it blocks 99% of UV while virtually eliminating glare. It's a genuine upgrade for high-light spaces. You can read more about how to choose in my post on choosing wall art for a coastal Airbnb.
For sizing, a large (59.4x84.1cm) or XL (84.1x118.9cm) print in a main living area will have the most impact in listing photos. Smaller prints work well as bedroom accents or in hallways. There's a full size guide here if you want to measure up properly before buying.
Take the Coast Home
Every print on Local Breaks is printed to order in Victoria and ships free anywhere in Australia. There's no pickup, which keeps things simple for hosts managing properties across different towns. You order, it gets printed and shipped, and it arrives ready to hang.
If you're not sure which print suits your property best, feel free to get in touch. I know these beaches personally and I'm happy to point you in the right direction. Start browsing by location and see what connects.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size wall art should I buy for a holiday rental living room?
For a main living area, a large (59.4x84.1cm) or XL (84.1x118.9cm) print will have the most visual impact and photograph best for your Airbnb listing. Smaller sizes work well in bedrooms and hallways as accent pieces. If you're unsure, check the size guide to match the print to your wall space.
Does location-specific wall art really make a difference in a holiday rental?
Yes, it genuinely does. Guests who book a property at Barwon Heads or Point Lonsdale are coming because they love that specific place. When they walk in and see a print of the beach outside the window, it creates an instant emotional connection. That connection is what earns you five-star reviews and repeat bookings.
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