Title: Cruickshank Retreat I Spa and Dip Pool - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=95120685&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Cruickshank Retreat I Spa and Dip Pool ## Photo gallery for Cruickshank Retreat I Spa and Dip Pool ![TV, books, offices - Cruickshank Retreat I Spa and Dip Pool (Ocean Grove)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95130000/95120700/95120685/95fc29cc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, books, offices - Cruickshank Retreat I Spa and Dip Pool (Ocean Grove)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95130000/95120700/95120685/0a86c514.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi - Cruickshank Retreat I Spa and Dip Pool (Ocean Grove)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95130000/95120700/95120685/dea870b4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Cruickshank Retreat I Spa and Dip Pool (Ocean Grove)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95130000/95120700/95120685/469ef584.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop - Cruickshank Retreat I Spa and Dip Pool (Ocean Grove)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95130000/95120700/95120685/d6ea1f9e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Take advantage of a garden, laundry facilities, and a hot tub at Cruickshank Retreat I Spa and Dip Pool. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.2 Wonderful ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 102583 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Pet friendly - 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. ### Cruickshank Retreat I Spa and Dip Pool Summary: Our Ocean Grove holiday home Cruickshank Retreat is just 3.5kms from Ocean Grove Main Street and 3km to the Beach. Featuring an outdoor dip pool, spa, plenty of outdoor entertaining space and sleeping up to 10 guests comfortably, this home is the perfect holiday home for families or groups. Oh, your furry friend is also most welcome! The Space: Cruickshank Retreat is a beautiful 4-bedroom home in Ocean Grove accommodating a wide selection of guests (including their pets), perfect for adults, children\* and corporate groups. This holiday house is fully equipped to make you feel at home, including gas ducted heating and an air conditioner upstairs to keep you comfortable during both Summer and Winter stays. Take in the expansive views over Ocean Grove, the Barwon River and across to the Barwon Heads Bluff. You can watch ships cruise past in the distance from the front balcony and the sunset over Connewarre Reserve. The home is in a convenient location, being 3kms from OG Main Beach, 1.5km to OG Golf club, boat ramp and river precinct, 1.2km from good coffee and food at Groove Cafe, 900m to Blue Waters Lake reserve and adjacent adventure playground, 3.6km to OG Main Street (The Terrace), 5.7km to Adventure Park, 21km to Geelong. The property sleeps 10 guests over 4 bedrooms. On the ground floor, as you enter the home, is the 4th bedroom with a Queen bed and 2 singles. The room includes a wall-mounted TV, couch, children's toy corner and its own powder room with vanity and toilet. Heading upstairs, you will find the other 3 bedrooms off the hallway at the rear of the home. All three bedrooms have Queen beds. All linen and towels are supplied for your stay. The main bathroom is located upstairs with a shower over bath setup. The main bedroom has access to its own private ensuite with shower, vanity and toilet. The generous kitchen, dining area is filled with natural light from the large windows looking out towards the outdoor entertainment area and pool on one side, with views over Ocean Grove on the other. The kitchen is equipped with gas cooking, wide breakfast bar, a dishwasher, refrigerator, coffee machine and more. The coffee maker is a De'Longhi Coffee machine which is compatible with any Nespresso Original Pods. Please Note: Pods are not provided, you will need to bring your own. Additional cooking facilities include the outdoor BBQ and wood-fired pizza oven. There is an array of living/entertainment options available, including multiple outdoor entertainment/dining areas, FREE Wi-Fi , Smart TV upstairs ready for you to stream all your favourite channels, & TV with Chromecast downstairs, fuse ball table and a bunch of board games. Outside, you have a patio area with a dip pool and spa. PLEASE NOTE THE SPA IS HEATED BUT THE CONNECTED DIP POOL IS NOT. YOU WILL NEED TO BRING ALONG YOUR OWN POOL/BEACH TOWELS. Ensure you wash off beach sand from your body and bathers before going to the spa. \*Please note that there is a large staircase in the property and several balconies that could pose a risk to toddlers. Whilst a baby gate is provided, the property is best suited for children > 5yrs of age. Please always supervise toddlers. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Hot tub - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Books - Games - TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the sea - On a lake - On a river ### 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) - 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Our team will do everything they... ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Note from host: Free ### 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 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 ### Property is also known as 647fe1d629678e00561cdbf6 ## About the area Located in Ocean Grove, this vacation home is on a river. Mill Markets and Westfield Geelong are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ocean Grove Education Area and Barwon Bluff Marine Sanctuary. Traveling with kids? Consider Adventure Park Geelong, or check out an event or a game at Australian Skydive. [Visit our Ocean Grove travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Ocean-Grove.dx181699) [View more Vacation homes in Ocean Grove](https://www.expedia.ca/Ocean-Grove-Private-Vacation-Homes.d181699-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-38.25470%2C144.50587&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=8u3SX9dnkzfg4Hu72mFcfxSwSNs=) Ocean Grove, VIC ### What's nearby - ![Ocean Grove nature reserve is one of the original areas of native bushland on the Bellarine Peninsula. You get a lot of interesting wildlife here including swamp wallabies. It's close to public transport. #localgem](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6343930/cc7b57b7-7b5a-4c83-8ab7-4022c5bf9cde.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Ocean Grove Education Area 4 min drive \- 1.6 km - ![Thanks to my Internship and my hostdad! It was a very cold and busy winter day (summer for european) but we found time after work for a short trip to the beach. This view and the surfers definitely made my day.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181699/42b3cc7a-daa9-4af5-b18a-7102a5348ffd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Raffs Beach 4 min drive \- 2.7 km - ![Ferry](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6159176/7e0ae06c-c0ef-44f1-8c2e-7ccd69195d1f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal 27 min drive \- 34.3 km - Lake Connewarre Wildlife Reserve 2 min walk \- 0.2 km - Ocean Grove Beach 4 min drive \- 2.7 km ### Getting around - Drysdale Station 14 min drive - Avalon Airport (AVV) 52 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 5 min drive - Beach Terrace Cafe 3 min drive - The Mex 3 min drive - Nicko’s 5 min drive - The Olive Pit 3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Cruickshank Retreat I Spa and Dip Pool have a pool? ### Is Cruickshank Retreat I Spa and Dip Pool pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Cruickshank Retreat I Spa and Dip Pool? ### What time is check-out at Cruickshank Retreat I Spa and Dip Pool? ### Where is Cruickshank Retreat I Spa and Dip Pool located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Cruickshank Retreat I Spa and Dip Pool Reviews ## Reviews ### Wonderful 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 4 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0 Cleanliness ### 8.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Adam H. Nov 10, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great property for a small group or families Fantastic, well presented property, pool and hot tub were great ##### Adam H. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Ka Te M. Mar 24, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay with friends The decks with wonderful views and the hot-tub were amazing. Extremely comfortable beds. Great communication. Zero complaints. ##### Ka Te M. Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ann G. Oct 23, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Ann We stayed for a family birthday, everything you needed was provided with lovely clean linen and beach towels. 4 of the older children stayed in the downstairs bedroom, thoroughly enjoyed their own space as did the adults. Great enclosed back yard good for games for the children. ##### Ann G. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Amdi J. Feb 12, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Good place but spar does not get hot enough Liked this place but there were a few problems. Spar bath did not heat up enough so did not use it. Toilet seats all loose. My son had to fix an exit door as it was broken and when we arrived the cupboard door in the kitchen was detached and leaning on the brick wall in the kitchen. The beds were comfortable and the location was not to bad. View was spectacular. Just dissapointed the spar did not work as we payed for this. ##### Amdi J. Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Bernice J. Feb 9, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication #### Great spa & pool Had a lovely time , a few issues but overall we would stay there again ##### Bernice J. Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kylie S. Jul 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely weekend House was lovely location and had everything we needed. When needing to communicate with property manager they were available, helpful and responded in a timely manner. ##### Kylie S. Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Zac M. Dec 22, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Zac M. 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