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8/10 Good
Chris B.
Aug 26, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Chris B.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026
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Coastal Cottage Retreat in the Heart of Barwon Heads
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9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire home
3 bedrooms2 bathrooms
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Dryer
- Pet friendly
- Air conditioning
- Outdoor Space
Explore the area
Barwon Heads, Victoria
- Barwon Heads Golf ClubPlace, Barwon Heads Golf Club7 min walk
- Raffs BeachPlace, Raffs Beach15 min walk
- 13th BeachPlace, 13th Beach15 min walk
- Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)Airport, Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)45 min drive
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- Kitchen
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- Kitchen
- Washer
- Air conditioning
- Outdoor Space
About the neighborhood
Barwon Heads
When you stay at this vacation home in Barwon Heads, you'll be on a river, within a 10-minute walk of Frank Ellis Reserve Beach and Barwon Heads Golf Club. .This family-friendly vacation home is 0.5 mi (0.8 km) from Lake Connewarre Wildlife Reserve and 0.8 mi (1.2 km) from Raffs Beach.
What's nearby
- Barwon Heads Golf Club - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
- Frank Ellis Reserve Beach - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
- Lake Connewarre Wildlife Reserve - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
- Raffs Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
- 13th Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles
Getting around
- Drysdale Station - 22 min drive
- Avalon Airport (AVV) - 46 min drive
Restaurants
- Nicko’s - 10 min drive
- McDonald's - 10 min drive
- Groove Cafe - 5 min drive
- Town & Country - 10 min drive
- The Mex - 8 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Coastal Cottage Retreat in the Heart of Barwon Heads
Welcome to Cottage Retreat, a charming coastal escape in the heart of Barwon Heads. This peaceful three-bedroom cottage combines comfort and character, featuring an indoor fireplace for cosy winter evenings and a spacious backyard with an outdoor shower, perfect after a day at the beach. With a recently renovated Kitchen & Bathroom this property comes with all new amenities among the cottage charm. A bottle of Jack & Jill range from Scotchmans Hill Winery will be inside the property when you check in, please enjoy a gift from Us to You.
No Parties or Events
No Smoking inside the property
No pets on furniture
Please respect our neighbours & keep noise to a minimum
Please care for our home as if it was your own.
No Parties or Events
No Smoking inside the property
No pets on furniture
Please respect our neighbours & keep noise to a minimum
Please care for our home as if it was your own.
Make yourself comfortable in this air-conditioned vacation home, which features a fireplace. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a stovetop. Conveniences include a desk and a microwave.
Enjoy recreation amenities such as a water park or take in the view from a garden.
Guests will find features like onsite parking.
Property amenities
Beach
- Beach nearby
Internet
- Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Car recommended
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Ice maker
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Stovetop
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 3 bedrooms
Bathroom
- 1.5 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Fireplace
- Separate dining area
Entertainment
- Games
- TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Fenced yard
- Firepit
- Garden
- Porch/lanai
Laundry
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Desk
Comfort
- Air conditioning
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- On a river
Things to do
- Water park
- Water sports equipment
- Birdwatching nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Theme park nearby
- Whale watching nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby
- Winery tours nearby
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
- Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
No Parties or Events
No Smoking inside the property
No pets on furniture
Please respect our neighbours & keep noise to a minimum
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
We should mention
A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property
Property is also known as
570458
Coastal Cottage Retreat in the Heart of Barwon Heads Reviews
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10/10 Excellent
Gabrielle G.
Aug 13, 2026
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic location in the heart of Barwon Heads . Close to everything you need. Great communication from the host who was very friendly, efficient and helpful. Perfect for people with pets and families. Lovely enclosed garden. Would definitely stay again .
Gabrielle G.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2026