
Family-friendly holiday rentals in Essendon
Find and book unique family-friendly homes on Airbnb
Quick stats about holiday rentals that are family-friendly in Essendon

Total holiday rentals
Explore 70 holiday rentals in Essendon

Nightly prices starting at
Essendon holiday rentals start at $117 NZD per night before taxes and fees

Verified guest reviews
Over 1,310 verified reviews to help you choose

Pet-friendly accommodation
Find 20 rentals that welcome pets

Holiday rentals with a pool
10 properties feature pools

Rentals with dedicated workspaces
40 properties have a dedicated workspace

Wi-Fi availability
70 of Essendon holiday rentals include Wi-Fi access

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

4.8 Average rating
Essendon stays are highly rated by guests—averaging 4.8 out of 5!
Top-rated family-friendly rentals in Essendon
Guests agree: These family-friendly homes are highly rated for location, cleanliness and more.

Alfred on Woodlands
Self contained bungalow with 18 sq m of private decking. Bungalow is to rear of main dwelling. In Essendon 250 mtrs from Strathmore Trains and just 15 minute ride to the city centre. Beautiful tree lined street, 150 mtr walk to shops, restaurants, salons & grocers. Close to Moonee Valley and Flemington racetracks, Marvel Stadium, MCG and airports. Ideal for 2 people, cosy with all the trimmings including, 75 inch Smart TV and sound system with Netflix, 5kw Heating and cooling, NBN, parking.

Stylish self-contained Studio that's all yours
Quiet and spacious self-contained above garage studio apartment with both rear and side access. Free lock-up garage parking included (3.5mW x 6mL x 2mH). Ideal for a couple looking for a Melbourne getaway. Accommodates up to two extra guests with a sofa bed. Walk/Tram to Showgrounds and Flemington & Moonee Valley racetracks. A short stroll to the No. 57 Tram stop (taking you directly to the CBD) and local shopping and restaurant precincts of Union Rd and Puckle St. Not suitable for parties.

Lovely renovated Victorian terrace. 3 bed, 2 bath.
Beautifully renovated Victorian Terrace, located in Flemington, 7mins to CBD, 15mins to Tullarmarine airport, 5 min walk to 2 tram lines & 1 train line. Walking distance to Flemington Racecourse & the Melbourne show grounds, great restaurants, bars & live entertainment in local area. Great for couples, business travelers, families, or groups wanting a place to share together. 2 high quality, queen sized air bed also available for extra 4 people plus large comfy couch. Great outdoor space.

Henry Sugar Accommodation
Self-check-in, free parking, super fast WiFi! Welcome to Henry Home - accommodation by Henry Sugar restaurant one of Melbourne's best wine bars in a heritage building. A beautiful self-contained 3-bedroom apartment that's been styled with furniture collected from around Melbourne, lovingly restored, and selected to give an experience that's both elevated and homely, modern and vintage. A stone's throw from the CBD, immersed in leafy green Rathdowne Village - a true Melbourne experience.

"St Clair" - Grand Victorian - Moonee Ponds
Grand Circa 1888 Victorian Home located in the heart of Moonee Ponds. 2 Bedrooms, sleeps 1 - 4 guests. Formal Lounge. Kitchen/Dining Room. Elegant Bathroom with claw foot bath and walk-in shower. Formal lounge with TV & chrome cast. Bedroom 1 - Double Bed Bedroom 2 - 2 x Single Beds Bathroom - Bath Toilet & Shower Kitchen 4 minutes stroll to Puckle St cafes & Moonee Ponds Train Station 5 minutes to Tram & Ascot Vale Shops. 6km to City . 2km to Flemington Race Course. 19ks to Airport

William Cooper House
Indulge in the allure of this brand new dreamy townhouse. Immerse yourself in the modern elegance of our open plan living space complete with full amenities. - 2 master bedrooms with independent bathrooms - 1 bedroom with queen bed & 1 bedroom with bunk beds (double & single) - Private balcony - Heating & cooling - European laundry with washer, dryer & iron - Entertainers kitchen with quality appliances - Private parking garage 1 car - Full gym with weights - Walking distance to shops

Beautifully curated 2 bedroom home
This 100 year old workers cottage is all about bespoke interiors The walls and shelves filled with gorgeous art work, the home has specially sourced vintage pieces scattered everywhere, the beds are filled with luxurious linens and the lounge has a 3 seater couch you may never want to get up from. Centrally located, across the road from the South Melbourne Markets, walking distance to the Albert Park Lake and a quick tram trip to the CBD. Please note- no TV, so bring devices if needed.

York St Hideaway
Bathed in natural light, the home's interior has two bedrooms with private bathrooms (one en-suite, plus another with a bath). The top floor includes an outdoor patio, large kitchen and meals area, comfortable Iounge and small toilet room. Walking distance to Matthews Avenue trams and buses, Essendon Fields shopping precinct, it's also close to local cafes, Qantas Training Centre, Essendon Fields Airport, Keilor Road restaurants, as well as easy freeway access.

Horizon Penthouse - Huge Balcony City/River Views
Treat yourself to our 2 bed 2 bath penthouse with glorious city views from the stunning balcony Fully equipped kitchen with stove, oven, microwave, fridge/freezer, utensils, coffee, tea, plus other essentials Sleeps 6 guests, with 2 queen beds and a air mattress upon request.. - Large 55" Samsung Smart TV & wifi - Highpoint Shopping Centre across the road - Secure undercover parking - Washer, dryer & dishwasher

"Home away from Home" - Ideal for longer visits
Ideal for 1 or 2 families. Our place is close to - the airport (15-20 mins) - Public transport to the city (15-20 mins) - Vic Uni, Maribyrnong & Footscray Secondary Colleges - Western Hospitals - Highpoint Shopping Centre - Restaurants, cafes & Aldi supermarket at end of street - Edgewater Lake & Maribyrnong river walk - Flemington Race course / Melb showgrounds (walking distance)

City Views Apartment
One-bedroom apartment, close to Puckle street and public transport is the perfect getaway. This apartment offers a variety of amenities listed below and equipped with washing machine and dryer combo, making your stay a comfortable one. The balcony provides a 180-degree view of Melbourne city and its surroundings which is guaranteed to impress with glimpses of the bay on a clear day.

Central and Tranquil
Your family/friends will be close to everything when you stay at this centrally located place in the heart of Essendon. - 12km from Melbourne Tullamarine Airport - 13km from Melbourne CBD - Walking distance to local cafes - 400m from Glenbervie Station - Local trams - Local parks - Endless local food options (dine-in/takeaway and delivery)
Popular amenities for Essendon family-friendly rentals
Family-friendly home rentals with a hot tub

Stylish Central Terrace with Natural Wood Fire

Bright & Spacious Home Fitzroy Garden & Spa bath

Unit near Flemington Racecourses

Spacious Modern Entire House in Brunswick Central

Stunning Harbour views with free parking, pool/gym

Liz- Penthouse-Style Melbourne Apartment

Loft on Market

Stunning city views, parking included.
Family- and pet-friendly home rentals

2BR Architecturally Designed Warehouse Conversion

Victorian West LUXE Living 7km from CBD

House of Friends in Kangaroo Ground

Chic Brick Home with a BBQ Patio in Keilor

Spacious Home with Piano, Sleeps 8

Centenary Stables (2 BR)

Westgarth. Location, location, location!

Centrally located 3 bed - St Kilda East - Parking
Family-friendly home rentals with a pool

Lovely Two- Bedroom apartment with City View.

Tranquil Apartment-Free Parking

Dandaloo Luxury Escape short drive to Yarra Valley

Stonehill Retreat in the Yarra Valley

Luxury CBD Apartment | Free Parking & Pool

Port Melbourne Beachsider Princes Pier

Ultimate City Penthouse with Jaw-dropping Views

Sleep me at best location with view
When is the best time to visit Essendon?
| Month | Jan | Feb | Mar | Apr | May | Jun | Jul | Aug | Sept | Oct | Nov | Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Avg. price | $261 NZD | $246 NZD | $259 NZD | $236 NZD | $231 NZD | $226 NZD | $204 NZD | $207 NZD | $217 NZD | $239 NZD | $238 NZD | $254 NZD |
| Avg. temp | 21°C | 21°C | 19°C | 16°C | 14°C | 11°C | 11°C | 12°C | 13°C | 15°C | 17°C | 19°C |
Destinations to explore
- Brunswick Street
- Marvel Stadium
- Melbourne Central
- Rod Laver Arena
- Peninsula Hot Springs
- Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
- Crown Melbourne
- St Kilda beach
- Melbourne Cricket Ground
- Geelong Waterfront
- Melbourne City Centre
- Sorrento Beach
- West Side Place
- Queen Victoria Market
- Puffing Billy Railway
- Yarra Valley Chocolaterie & Ice Creamery
- University of Melbourne
- Sorrento Back Beach
- Flemington Racecourse
- Collins Street
- Monash University
- Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria
- Redwood Forest
- AAMI Park





