[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Hilltop Cottage | Beachside Escape Vacation home in Melbourne with balcony and fireplace ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119910000/119905200/119905180/fd9c811e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119910000/119905200/119905180/dc6d1fd0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119910000/119905200/119905180/a6dec6c4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119910000/119905200/119905180/81e466be.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119910000/119905200/119905180/d9720193.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Hilltop Cottage | Beachside Escape provides amenities like a garden and a playground. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Outdoor space - Washer - Fireplace - 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. ### Hilltop Cottage | Beachside Escape NEW Listing! Just 400m from Bridgewater Bay, Hilltop Cottage is a charming beachside getaway perfect for families and friends. Fully furnished with polished timber floors, it offers three spacious bedrooms – master and second with queen beds, third with two singles – plus a sunken bath ideal for young children. The open-plan living space features a cosy wood heater for winter and split-system A/C for summer. The timber kitchen flows to a covered deck and secure garden, perfect for outdoor meals, play, or relaxing in the sun. Set on a large, level allotment in a quiet street, Hilltop Cottage is your gateway to the beach, rock pools, and a relaxed coastal lifestyle. Short breaks or long stays – everyone in the family will love calling this retreat home. Luxury Inclusions: Kinara wood fire, Sony stereo system, TV Apps (Netflix, Prime and Stan), Reverse cycle cooling/heating in dining/living room, washing machine and dryer, Gas BBQ, 2 x sunlounges. Bedroom Configuration: Sleeps up to 6 guests across 3 beds (maximum 6 guests). Bedroom and bathroom linen are included with your stay. Spare blankets are provided. Portacot and high chair available on request when booking. Bedroom 1: Master: 1 x Queen Bed + Robe + Pedestal Fan + Split System A/C and Heating (sleeps 2) Bedroom 2: 1 x Queen Bed + Robe + Pedestal Fan (sleeps 2) Bedroom 3: 2 x Single Beds + Robe + Pedestal Fan (sleeps 2) Bathroom Configuration: 1 bathroom and 1 powder room Bathroom 1: Family Bathroom: Sunken Bath / Vanity / Shower Separate Toilet Please note our terms and conditions when booking: i. This property is the perfect venue for families and friends, couples, mothers group weekends and golfing weekends. ii. A bond is required for all stays, which is refunded after the property is checked and there are no damages. iii. This property is not pet friendly. iv. Terms and conditions will be automatically emailed to guests after their reservation is confirmed via email. Please note Holiday Shacks requires all guests to sign and fill out a No Party Policy document as part of our traveller verification process. Your booking is not confirmed until your traveller verification process has been conducted and confirmed by us. v. We do not accept schoolies, bucks or hens bookings, nor do we accept parties or events under any circumstances. This is due to strict council regulations enforced by the Mornington Peninsula Shire Council Short Stay Law to which you must agree to when booking with us. We thank you for your understanding. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 0.5 bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Fenced yard - Garden ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - Near the bay - Near the sea ### Things to do - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Mountain climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Windsurfing 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; 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Th Sorrento - Kitchen - Air conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.8 Exceptional 43 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=27118005&PinnedHotelID=27118005&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Contactless check-in available ### 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 ### Pets Pets not allowed ### 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 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 A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as 229\_58 ## About the area Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Blairgowrie, a neighborhood in Melbourne. Peninsula Hot Springs and Searoad Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Mornington Peninsula National Park and Tootgarook Wetlands. Boneo Maze & Wetlands Centre and Peninsula Stand Up Paddle are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and kayaking offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain climbing nearby. [Visit our Melbourne travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Melbourne.dx178283) [View more Vacation homes in Melbourne](https://www.expedia.ca/Melbourne-Private-Vacation-Homes.d178283-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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-38.37317%2C144.77324&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=XiwvcxScI6T3i2Z-dDrSDo_OM-E=) Blairgowrie, VIC ### What's nearby - Blairgowrie Beach - 3 min drive - 2.3 km - Rye Beach - 3 min drive - 2.3 km - Sorrento Front Beach - 6 min drive - 4.6 km - Searoad Ferry Terminal - 7 min drive - 6.1 km - Peninsula Hot Springs - 10 min drive - 9.9 km ### Getting around - Avalon Airport (AVV) - 107 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪St Paul's Road General Store - ‬4 min drive - ‪Peninsula Pantry - ‬4 min drive - ‪Pizza D'oh - ‬2 min drive - ‪Panda - ‬3 min drive - ‪Blairgowrie Café - ‬2 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Hilltop Cottage | Beachside Escape pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Hilltop Cottage | Beachside Escape? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Hilltop Cottage | Beachside Escape? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Hilltop Cottage | Beachside Escape located? > Located in Blairgowrie, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Mornington Peninsula National Park and Bridge Water Bay Beach. Pearce's Beach and Dimmicks Beach are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Hilltop Cottage | Beachside Escape Reviews 10 - Excellent 0 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### No reviews yet Be the first to leave a review for this property after your stay.