Title: Albany Beachside Retreat - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=114240060&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Albany Beachside Retreat Vacation home in Melbourne with kitchen ## Photo gallery for Albany Beachside Retreat ![Outdoor dining - Albany Beachside Retreat (Sorrento)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114250000/114240100/114240060/3e8bbff9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets - Albany Beachside Retreat (Sorrento)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114250000/114240100/114240060/b108430d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Albany Beachside Retreat (Sorrento)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114250000/114240100/114240060/1bdd97eb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Albany Beachside Retreat (Sorrento)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114250000/114240100/114240060/e56c3a2f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Albany Beachside Retreat (Sorrento)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/115000000/114250000/114240100/114240060/f94aa736.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies You can look forward to an adjacent golf course, a garden, and laundry facilities at Albany Beachside Retreat. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Albany Beachside Retreat Perfectly positioned in the heart of Sorrento, this neat and well-equipped holiday home offers effortless coastal living just moments from the beach, vibrant village, and iconic hotels. Compact yet comfortable, this abode is designed for fuss-free getaways, blending relaxed charm with modern convenience. Whether you're unwinding after a day at the beach or exploring local boutiques and cafés, this inviting retreat is your ideal escape—and even welcomes your canine family member upon prior request. IMPORTANT • Schoolies and groups under the age of 25 will not be accepted at this property under any circumstances. • Strictly no parties or gatherings of any type – the host’s properties are offered for private accommodation purposes only. • Property is dog friendly upon prior request and approval – conditions will apply. • While the host offers the ability to book instantly, you will be contacted to confirm written acceptance of the Terms & Conditions of your stay. Please ensure you have thoroughly read and understand the T&C’s, which can be found by downloading the Rental Agreement on the “Review Rules & Policies” page (after entering your dates and contact details). The host reserves the right to decline any enquiry or booking if a guest is deemed to be unsuitable. THE SPACE • 4 bedrooms (sleeps 10) • 2 bathrooms • Dog friendly upon prior request and approval – please submit an enquiry before placing your booking • Ground level home • Two living areas • Well-equipped kitchen • Nespresso coffee pod machine • Indoor dining for 8 • Breakfast bar for 5 • Comfortable lounges • 2 x smart TVs • Outdoor dining for 8 with umbrella • BBQ • Split system heating/cooling x 3 (main living area, bedrooms 2 & 3), wall heater in main living, ceiling fans in bedrooms 1 & 4 • Washing machine, dryer, ironing facilities, clothes-airer • Outdoor shower • Fully fenced backyard • Carport for 1, plus driveway parking for 2 small cars Bed Configuration • Bedroom 1: 1 x QB • Bedroom 2: 1 x QB • Bedroom 3: 1 x Tri-bunk (QB/KSB), 1 x SB • Bedroom 4: 2 x KSB Bathroom Configuration • Bathroom 1: Vanity, shower over bath and toilet • Bathroom 2: Vanity, shower with rail and toilet (doubles as laundry) Please note: • Tariff includes quality bed and bath linen, basic kitchen and bathroom products. Please BYO beach towels. • Free WIFI, with streaming services accessible via your own login. • Access details will be provided late afternoon the day prior to your stay, after individual security codes are set. THE LOCALE ‣ Sorrento Village, The Continental Hotel – 500m walk ‣ Sorrento Foreshore – 450m ‣ Sorrento Back Beach & Rockpools – 2.1km ‣ Portsea Hotel – 4km ‣ Sorrento Car Ferry – 750m ‣ Nearest Golf Course – 1.8km (Sorrento Golf Club) ‣ Nearest Winery – 13.5km (The Cups Estate) ‣ Peninsula Hot Springs/Alba Thermal Springs & Spa – 13.1km STRA0127/25 ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No elevator - Single level property - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - In the city center - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea - Next to a golf course ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Windsurfing 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Comprehensive recycling policy - Garden - Locally-owned and organized tours and activities ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121310000/121304200/121304172/c835efcd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Queens Beach Retreat | Beachside Coastal Escape Sorrento - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-07&endDate=2026-01-08&selected=121304172&PinnedHotelID=121304172&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/31000000/30640000/30636500/30636426/c8261283.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sorrento Beach Cottages #2 - Gorgeous beach cottages with a 2 min walk to Sorrento shops. 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Our role is to ensure you have a great stay, whilst also safeguarding our client’s By proceeding with your booking, you are bound by the following Terms & Conditions. Failure to comply may result in charges against your security HOUSE RULES - All guests (excluding children) must be over 25 years of age, unless otherwise agreed in writing. We reserve the right to request Photo ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed No events are 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 Note from host: No events are allowed 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as UEV8284V94 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-38.34058%2C144.74448&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=1ZN4UORszVoNO_Ndrkm7ThNFqVE=) Sorrento, Vic #### What's nearby - Sorrento and Flinders Fine Art Galleries \- 2 min walk \- 0.2 km - Sorrento Front Beach \- 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Searoad Ferry Terminal \- 5 min walk \- 0.5 km - Mornington Peninsula National Park \- 15 min walk \- 1.3 km - Sorrento Golf Club \- 2 min drive \- 1.9 km #### Getting around - Drysdale Station - 87 min drive - Avalon Airport (AVV) - 107 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Hotel Sorrento - ‬10 min walk - ‪Portsea Hotel - ‬5 min drive - ‪The Longshore Room - ‬5 min drive - ‪Koonya Hotel - ‬8 min walk - ‪St Paul's Road General Store - ‬12 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Albany Beachside Retreat pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Albany Beachside Retreat? ### What time is check-out at Albany Beachside Retreat? ### Where is Albany Beachside Retreat located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Albany Beachside Retreat Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Seaton Aug 10, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication Exactly as advertised. Great location, clean, simple. I would stay there again. ##### Seaton Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Anne G. Sep 22, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great position. Very well thought out. Had everything you needed. The second living area was great. Small home but worked perfectly for us. ##### Anne G. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025