Title: Saltwood House at Merricks Beach - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Saltwood House at Merricks Beach Vacation home in Melbourne with balcony ## Photo gallery for Saltwood House at Merricks Beach ![Smart TV - Saltwood House at Merricks Beach (Merricks Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123580000/123574800/123574758/67a3aac6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby - Saltwood House at Merricks Beach (Merricks Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123580000/123574800/123574758/22214c5b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV - Saltwood House at Merricks Beach (Merricks Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123580000/123574800/123574758/f62370ea.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, oven, stovetop, dishwasher - Saltwood House at Merricks Beach (Merricks Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123580000/123574800/123574758/2494d31c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Saltwood House at Merricks Beach (Merricks Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123580000/123574800/123574758/cc721728.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Saltwood House at Merricks Beach provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. ## Popular amenities - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Saltwood House at Merricks Beach Welcome to Saltwood House - a relaxed and welcoming coastal home, perfectly set just a short stroll from the Merricks Beach foreshore. This two-storey home offers generous living spaces, split-system heating and cooling for year-round comfort, Smart TVs, a fully equipped kitchen and three well-appointed bathrooms. Designed with families in mind, the home flows easily between indoor and outdoor living, with an inviting deck and BBQ area ideal for slow holiday mornings and laid-back afternoons. With on-site parking for up to four cars and thoughtful amenities throughout, it’s an effortless base for your beachside stay. Bedding Configuration: Bedroom 1 (downstairs): King bed with ensuite Bedroom 2 (downstairs): Queen bed Bedroom 3 (downstairs): Single bunk bed (Sleeping 2) Bedroom 4 (upstairs): Queen bed Merricks Beach is one of the Mornington Peninsula’s most peaceful and protected coastal pockets, known for its quiet foreshore, family-friendly swimming spots and beautiful walking trails through native bushland. Guests can enjoy easy access to the yacht club, nearby parks and long stretches of unspoilt coastline perfect for morning walks. The area offers a wonderfully relaxed pace while still being close to the Peninsula’s renowned wineries, farm gates and local attractions, making it an ideal destination for families and those seeking a calm coastal escape. We welcome guests to book that are going to use the property respectfully. We have a very strict no party policy at the house, which means no loud music day or night and at 11pm we ask you to move inside with no noise to the neighbours. We love our neighbours and want to look after them. Your booking is for the whole property. Shortly before your arrival date you will be provided with details on how to access the property. Linen, bath towels and starter amenities are provided for your convenience. Sorry no bucks and absolutely no schoolies bookings of any kind, not even quiet ones :) Hens parties by application only. Please message through your plans and we will come back to you promptly. Please note, no pets are permitted. If you are unsure about any of the above policies or have any questions we would appreciate it if you send us a message and do not use the instant book function. ## 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 - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the bay - Near the sea ### Things to do - Optional golf privileges - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming 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) ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95150000/95144000/95143936/638a5d5e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxury Villas Bali Hi (Walk to Beach) Balnarring Beach - Outdoor Space - Game room - Toys/Games 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=95143936&PinnedHotelID=95143936&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101980000/101974300/101974243/43a16be2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 mins to the beach Balnarring Beach - Washer - Air conditioning - Parking available - Barbecue grill [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=101974243&PinnedHotelID=101974243&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92340000/92331300/92331226/e6078631.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Coast & Country Cottage Balnarring Beach - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=92331226&PinnedHotelID=92331226&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![House](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/98000000/97010000/97005900/97005855/ea74fa29.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Coast Country Cottage Balnarring Beach - Parking included - Free WiFi - Air conditioning - Barbecue grill [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-31&endDate=2026-02-01&selected=97005855&PinnedHotelID=97005855&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/112000000/111110000/111105600/111105589/0d357107.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sunbather - Merricks Beach Merricks Beach - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Free WiFi CA $1,509 CA $1,509 total includes taxes & fees Feb 1 - Feb 2 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-01&endDate=2026-02-02&selected=111105589&PinnedHotelID=111105589&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/84000000/83999000/83998909/101ebeb0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxury house right on the beach. 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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 206\_266 ## About the area Located near the beach, this vacation home is in Merricks Beach, a neighborhood in Melbourne. Stonier Winery and Paradigm Hill are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Flinders - Somers Coastal Reserve and Balnarring G96 Bushland Reserve. Ashcombe Maze and Lavender Gardens and Redhill Recreation Reserve are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching. 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