Beau Vallon, Seychelles
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Canggu, Bali
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Miami Beach, Florida
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Pacifica, California
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Nice, France
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Cรกdiz, Spain
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Stay near the beach, without paying for beach accommodation
Beach trips can get expensive quickly, especially if you want more than a small hotel room or a short weekend stay. Homes near the coast are often in high demand, and prices can rise fast during sunny months, school holidays, and peak travel seasons.
Swaphouse gives you another way to stay closer to the beach. Instead of booking accommodation, you swap homes with another member. You stay in their home, they stay in yours, and both sides get a more personal and comfortable place to stay.
This page shows a hand-picked selection of homes on Swaphouse with easy beach access. It’s just a small taste of what’s available. Sign up for free, list your home, and you’ll be able to explore all homes on Swaphouse.
What to check before arranging a beach home swap
Before confirming a swap near the beach, it’s worth asking a few practical questions. How close is the beach really? Can you walk there, cycle, or do you need a car? Is the beach sandy, rocky, quiet, busy, family-friendly, or better for surfing?
It can also help to ask about parking, public transport, beach gear, outdoor showers, nearby cafรฉs, and whether the area feels lively or quiet during your travel dates. A little clarity upfront makes it much easier to plan the kind of beach stay you actually want.
FAQ
It usually means the beach is about 20 to 30 minutes away on foot, or around a 10-minute drive.
Not always. Some may be very close, while others are a short walk or drive away.
Yes. Swaphouse is free to join and free to use for arranging home swaps.
Many homes on Swaphouse include Wi-Fi and workspaces. Always check the listing before you swap.
Yes. Always double-check the exact distance and transport options with your match.
El Cabanyal, Valencia
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Alanya, Turkey
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Flamengo, Rio De Janeiro
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Gold Coast, Queensland
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Cape Town, South Africa
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Cinco Ribeiras, Azores
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Plan your next beach home swap
Coastal guides, more homes to explore, and tips from the Swaphouse community.





