The best holiday homes with spas, saunas and heated pools

Cost: from $3,656 per night

Size: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms

Drive down to Portsea at the tip of the Mornington Peninsula where you'll find this serene and incredibly private estate. The house is designed to make it easy to feel connected to nature even from within the house, with floor-ceiling openings in the kitchen and dining area walls that lead out to the back deck. Soak the worries of the day away at the solar-heated saltwater pool and spa, cook at the built-in barbecue, relax by the open fireplace and bounce on the Olympic sized in-ground trampoline. If you're keen to explore, Portsea Surf Beach, Portsea Lagoon and Portsea's town centre are all within walking distance. 

Cost: from $1,237 per night

Size: 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms

Looking for a tranquil getaway? This estate is situated in the charming coastal village of Mount Martha, and it's perfect for relaxing, lounging and entertaining. Natural light is abundant, there's a sun-catching sitting area in the garden and you can warm up and read a book by the indoor fireplace. Steal some sun by the pool and then, when night falls, keep the cold at bay with a luxurious dip in the spa under the stars. 

Cost: from $2,510 per night

Size: 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms

This breezy home in the seaside village of Sorrento sleeps 19, making it perfect for a big catch-up with all of your friends or family. When you arrive, you'll be welcomed by two large palm trees flanking the entrance and tropical decor when you step inside. Start your day with a session in the fully equipped gym, play ping-pong, pool or table hockey in the games room, watch movies in the theatre room then wind down with a soak in the heated pool and spa. When you're ready to venture out, you're within walking distance of beaches, the coastline, walking tracks and Sorrento. 

Cost: from $3,018 per night

Size: 3 bedrooms, 5 bathrooms

If you've ever dreamt of staying in a penthouse, this little slice of heaven in the heart of the CBD offers panoramic city, bay and mountain views across Melbourne. Feel on top of the world as you watch the sparkle of city lights from the balcony. Everything you need will be within arm's reach, including an upstairs bar, fire pit, entertaining lounge and, of course, the shared pool, sauna and steam room.