Title: Ultimate family retreat, on the Portsea / Sorrento border, (sleeps 15/16) - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - 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 # Ultimate family retreat, on the Portsea / Sorrento border, (sleeps 15/16) Vacation home in Melbourne with private pool and kitchen ![4 bedrooms, desk, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94840000/94837900/94837896/31c66262.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Game room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94840000/94837900/94837896/522aab1c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94840000/94837900/94837896/f64a90aa.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94840000/94837900/94837896/03e512b3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/95000000/94840000/94837900/94837896/92262b83.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to this sprawling Portsea haven, where a wood-burning coonara and spacious kitchen set the tone for effortless entertaining. French doors lead out to an expansive deck perfect for lounging, dining, and BBQs while taking in the surrounding views. With four generous bedrooms sleeping up to 15 guests, ample parking and plenty of green space - kids can run freely while adults unwind by the pool or in private rumpus room. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 15 ## Popular amenities - Pool - Dryer - Hot tub - Parking available - Washer - 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. ### Ultimate family retreat, on the Portsea / Sorrento border, (sleeps 15/16) Highlighting an open plan living/dining area with wood burning coonara, a full-sized billiard / pool table to enjoy a game with friends or family. All serviced by a spacious Kitchen. This U-shaped home, has 6 sets of French door that open on to the entertaining deck complete with lounges, dining and natural gas BBQ, Set on a sprawling 1,331sqm parcel of land the single level residence boasts plenty of appeal with timber flooring and soaring, vaulted ceilings that amplify the light and space. Also a private rumpus room allows an area where the children can play, watch TV on the huge sofa while overlooking the gorgeous pool area. The property also features a large fully fenced grassed area below the pool deck, perfect for letting the kids run around freely. The accommodation wing comprises 4 generous bedrooms with walk-in robes sleeping up to 15 guests, 3 bathrooms - including a grand master suite with an en-suite with stunning bay windows. There is a 7 bed bunk room, complete with wall mount TV and adjacent en-suite alongside a 4 bed bunk room for endless summer family fun. Additionally, there’s are 2 separate powder rooms , gas ducted heating and Split system cooling throughout, ceiling fans, there is ample parking. With all the space provided in a cul-de-sac position, you are sure to melt into the luxury and privacy of the home. The four bedrooms comprise of: 1 x King (sleeps 2) 1 x Queen (sleeps 2) plus day bed 2 x long single beds (can convert to king bed) plus bunk bed (sleeps 4) 2 x single bunk beds, one tri bunk (queen on bottom/ King single single on top) (sleeps 7) \*\*\*\*This property sleeps a maximum of 11 adults - due to bunk beds and day bed not being suitable for adults Fresh linen and towels included BYO Pool and Beach Towels Easily check yourself into the home with a door code Shampoo/conditioner, soap, toilet paper, hair dryer, laundry detergent and kitchen basics provide Once the booking is confirmed and paid for, you will receive full details on how to access the property. Guest access Guests have access to the house, front and back yards. NB: garage is not for guest use Features we love: Pool and spa (Solar and gas heated) Free wireless internet, air conditioning, fireplace - what more could you ask for, this property has everything you need Cooling: Air conditioning split systems Heating: split system and wood fire Entertainment: Foxtel Internet: Free Unlimited Wifi Coffee Machine: Nespresso Bathroom: 3.5 bathrooms Car parking: 4 Kid Friendly: Front and rear yard to run around and enjoy - Perfect for multi generational families - Suitable for 3 families. Easy stroll for Coffee and Treats at Baked in Portsea  The property is close to the Portsea and Sorrento back beaches and easy walking distance to both the Portsea and Sorrento Township. Beaches Cafes National Parks Watersports Wineries and gourmet food This house is Perfect for; Girls weekends Holidays with families with young children Family beach holiday NB: Wood for the open fire can be arrange for your stay.  Please let us know if you would like to order some wood for your stay and we can have it delivered to the property before your arrival.  (1 x 20kg bag, 1 x kg kindling $45 – It’s recommended that 1 x bag will last 1 night). Jellis Craig Short Stays Jellis Craig Short Stays only choose properties that we would like our own families to stay in on holidays.   We are here to assist each of our guests with any queries and being available 7 days a week, 24/7 with any issues that may arise. Policies: \- No smoking \- Strictly no pets \- No events, parties or large gatherings \- Groups under 28 years of age will not be accepted. \- Guest Registration and Photo ID may be required and confirmation of booking may be subject to approval by management. \- Jellis Craig Short Stays require you to give them your credit card details to hold as security for while you stay. For full details, please read the house rules. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 3.5 bathrooms - Shower ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Location highlights - In a village - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Billiards/pool table - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Sailing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/79000000/78992700/78992620/7c73229f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Amid beautiful garden surrounds, a luxurious family residence (sleeps 14-16) Portsea - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 8.0 Very good 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-08&endDate=2025-12-09&selected=78992620&PinnedHotelID=78992620&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109690000/109681200/109681172/640e7e9b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Palazzo Sorrento: 6 BR, 4 BA House in Sorrento, Sleeps 14 Sorrento - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 8.0 Very good 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-08&endDate=2025-12-09&selected=109681172&PinnedHotelID=109681172&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38170000/38163100/38163043/da87bd79.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Magnificent coastal sanctuary of grand proportions with pool (sleeps 12/14) Sorrento - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer 9.0 Wonderful 12 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-08&endDate=2025-12-09&selected=38163043&PinnedHotelID=38163043&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109690000/109681200/109681165/b26a301d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sorrento Beach House Sorrento - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-08&endDate=2025-12-09&selected=109681165&PinnedHotelID=109681165&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Game room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92440000/92432800/92432720/ee67b723.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Peninsulas largest group accommodation. 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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 ### Property is also known as 2760-252730 ## 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-38.33669%2C144.72609&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=I6PVqRsicVXVn93S6GTIntHx-og=) Portsea, Victoria #### What's nearby - Mornington Peninsula National Park - 10 min walk - 0.9 km - Portsea Back Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km - Sorrento Front Beach - 3 min drive - 1.9 km - Searoad Ferry Terminal - 3 min drive - 2.3 km - Sorrento Golf Club - 3 min drive - 2.7 km #### Getting around - Drysdale Station - 87 min drive - Avalon Airport (AVV) - 118 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪St Paul's Road General Store - ‬3 min drive - ‪Hotel Sorrento - ‬3 min drive - ‪Panda - ‬7 min drive - ‪Portsea Hotel - ‬3 min drive - ‪Koonya Hotel - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ultimate family retreat, on the Portsea / Sorrento border, (sleeps 15/16) pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking? > Onsite parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Ultimate family retreat, on the Portsea / Sorrento border, (sleeps 15/16)? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Ultimate family retreat, on the Portsea / Sorrento border, (sleeps 15/16)? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Ultimate family retreat, on the Portsea / Sorrento border, (sleeps 15/16) located? > Located in Portsea, this vacation home is within 2 mi (3 km) of Manyung Gallery at Sorrento, Portsea Beach, and Searoad Ferry Terminal. Mornington Peninsula National Park and Point King Beach are also within 2 mi (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Ultimate family retreat, on the Portsea / Sorrento border, (sleeps 15/16) Reviews 10 ### 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 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### A guest from , NA Oct 2, 2024 #### Lovely home in a beautiful and quiet location Rating Details: The property manager was very helpful. The vacation rental was spotless. I was very happy with the location. I was very satisfied with the condition of the vacation rental. Overall, I recommend this vacation rental. Reviewer Comments: Our family enjoyed a lovely long weekend in this extremely comfortable and spotless home which was very well equipped for all our needs. A few initial issues were promptly and courteously attended to by the agent. Would not hesitate to stay there again. ##### A guest from , NA ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Holiday Inn Express Hotel Saint - Hyacinthe by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Saint-Hyacinthe-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Hotel-Saint-Hyacinthe.h2977778.Hotel-Information) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in Puerto Vallarta](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Vallarta-Hotels-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d180016-tAllInclusiveHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Saskatoon](https://www.expedia.ca/Saskatoon-Hotels.d4117.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Salvatores Grand Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Buffalo-Hotels-Salvatores-Grand-Hotel.h9743017.Hotel-Information) > > [Waldorf Astoria Versailles - Trianon Palace](https://www.expedia.ca/Versailles-Hotels-Waldorf-Astoria-Versailles-Trianon-Palace.h14079.Hotel-Information) > > [Motel 6 Red Deer, AB](https://www.expedia.ca/Red-Deer-Hotels-Motel-6-Red-Deer.h1485676.Hotel-Information) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in Varadero](https://www.expedia.ca/Varadero-Hotels-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d3735-tAllInclusiveHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Hamacho Hotel Tokyo Nihonbashi](https://www.expedia.ca/Tokyo-Hotels-HAMACHO-HOTEL-TOKYO-NIHONBASHI.h33511258.Hotel-Information) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in Panama](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Panama-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d142-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Residence Inn by Marriott Calgary Downtown/Beltline District](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary-Hotels-Residence-Inn-By-Marriott-Calgary-DowntownBeltline-District.h33777124.Hotel-Information) > > [The Hotel Windsor](https://www.expedia.ca/Melbourne-Hotels-The-Hotel-Windsor.h11362.Hotel-Information) > > [Caruso, A Belmond Hotel, Amalfi Coast](https://www.expedia.ca/Ravello-Hotels-Caruso.h1129096.Hotel-Information) > > [Gora Kadan](https://www.expedia.ca/Hakone-Hotels-Gora-Kadan.h487175.Hotel-Information) > > [The Langham, Melbourne](https://www.expedia.ca/Melbourne-Hotels-The-Langham.h2112.Hotel-Information) > > [Vancouver Marriott Pinnacle Downtown](https://www.expedia.ca/Vancouver-Hotels-Vancouver-Marriott-Pinnacle-Downtown.h422944.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Cancun (CUN)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/cun/toronto-to-cancun) ### Cars > [Enterprise Car Rentals In Grande Prairie](https://www.expedia.ca/Enterprise-Car-Rentals-In-Grande-Prairie.d6139550-c15.Car-Rental-Guide-Suppliers) > > [Enterprise Car Rentals In Las Vegas Strip](https://www.expedia.ca/Enterprise-Car-Rentals-In-Las-Vegas-Strip.d800045-c15.Car-Rental-Guide-Suppliers) ### Cruise > [Norwegian Norwegian Bliss Cruises](https://www.expedia.ca/Norwegian-Cruise-Line-Norwegian-Bliss.cNC-sBL.Cruise-Ship-Info) ### Activities > [Things to do in Juan de Fuca Electoral Area](https://www.expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Juan-De-Fuca-Electoral-Area.d553248635937217126.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Türkiye Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Turkiye.d183.Destination-Travel-Guides) > > [Cancun Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Cancun.d179995.Destination-Travel-Guides) > > [Sir Wilfrid Laurier Park](https://www.expedia.ca/Sir-Wilfrid-Laurier-Park-Plateau-Mont-Royal.d6299919.Vacation-Attraction) ### Vacation Rentals > [Palm Springs Vacation Rentals](https://www.expedia.ca/Palm-Springs-Vacation-Rentals.d180676.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals) > > [Bucerías Vacation Rentals](https://www.expedia.ca/Bucerias-Vacation-Rentals.d6051566.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals) ### General > [Visit Fafe](https://www.expedia.ca/Fafe.dx4717) > > [Visit Gotha](https://www.expedia.ca/Gotha.dx5983)