Title: Trendy Townhouse Torquay - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=104919099&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Trendy Townhouse Torquay Vacation home in Torquay with kitchen and balcony ## Photo gallery for Trendy Townhouse Torquay ![Beach - Trendy Townhouse Torquay (Torquay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104920000/104919100/104919099/fd57b30c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets - Trendy Townhouse Torquay (Torquay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104920000/104919100/104919099/115a2aee.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Trendy Townhouse Torquay (Torquay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104920000/104919100/104919099/w828h1105x0y9-8d374d29.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, offices - Trendy Townhouse Torquay (Torquay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104920000/104919100/104919099/a703a483.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Trendy Townhouse Torquay (Torquay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104920000/104919100/104919099/w1045h696x78y0-5cff181c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Trendy Townhouse Torquay provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6240 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet friendly - Air conditioning - Outdoor Space ## 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. ### Trendy Townhouse Torquay Summary: Located on Darian Road in the heart of Torquay, this townhouse is just a short walk to the beach, cafes, restaurants and all the best local spots. With three bedrooms—including a main with balcony access—it comfortably sleeps up to 8 guests and has air conditioning to keep you comfortable year-round. Upstairs you'll find all the bedrooms, a central bathroom, plenty of storage, and a balcony with a glimpse of the water. Downstairs has a spacious open-plan kitchen and dining area, a cosy living room, laundry, extra toilet, and a private patio to enjoy the coastal breeze. The Space: Welcome to our coastal townhouse nestled in the heart of 'Old Torquay', just a short walk away from Torquay's beautiful beaches, shops, cafes and restaurants that make this town so special. This trendy and cozy retreat boasts three spacious bedrooms upstairs. Two are furnished with comfortable queen-size beds whilst the third bedroom has a queen bed, single bed and a single trundle bed. The main bedroom has access to a balcony offering views of Torquay and an egg swing chair for you to enjoy your morning coffee or afternoon wine. Upstairs, you'll also find a shared bathroom complete with a bath, shower and toilet. Downstairs the open plan dining and kitchen area is light-filled and inviting. Inside the kitchen you'll find everything you need for a comfortable stay. This includes modern appliances such as a fridge, oven, stove, kettle, toaster, microwave and more. Enjoy a meal at the breakfast bar or take a seat in the dining area with ample seating for all guests. The living room is also downstairs offering a great space to sit back and relax with a good book or watch a movie on the flat screen TV. The nice wooden floors add warmth and character to the space, creating an inviting atmosphere for all guests. For added comfort there's a laundry and additional toilet/shower downstairs. Outside discover a small deck with furniture and pool table. This home has also been recently fitted with air-conditioning and new blinds making it an even more comfortable retreat for travelers. With its prime location, comfortable amenities, and relaxed vibes, our townhouse is the ideal retreat for your Torquay getaway. Please note we do accept pets! Please ensure you let us know that your pets are coming. Guest Access: Guests have access to the entire property. The Neighborhood: Torquay, the first stop of the Great Ocean Road has something for everyone. You'll have beautiful beaches, nature, walking trails, surf, restaurants and cafes all at your doorstep when you stay with us here. Plus, this townhouse is situated in 'Old Torquay' - an absolute prime location. Getting Around: It is best to have a car to explore the Great Ocean Road. Nearby beaches, restaurants and cafes are all within walking distance. Other Things to Note: Please find below the bed configuration: \- Bedroom 1: Queen Bed (Sleeps 2) \- Bedroom 2: Queen Bed (Sleeps 2) \- Bedroom 3: Queen Bed, Single Bed, Single Trundle Bed (Sleeps 4). The trundle bed will need to be made by guests - linen is provided in the cupboard. Please also note this property has one flight of stairs. All bedrooms are located on the top floor. Interaction with Guests: Please do not hesitate to contact us during your stay. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Office ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming cats and dogs only - One pet total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### 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) ### General - 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These terms allow us to maintain a certain standard for all guests.... ### Pets Pets allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs and cats only 1 total pets Note from host: Charge may apply ### 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 This property accepts cash Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Long-term renters welcome 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 6656cc763664b50012c17737 ## About the area Torquay is home to this vacation home. Surf World Museum and Narana Aboriginal Cultural Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Torquay Sands Golf Club and Torquay Golf Club. Epic Surf School and Point Danger Marine Sanctuary are also worth visiting. [Visit our Torquay travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Torquay.dx180386) [View more Vacation homes in Torquay](https://www.expedia.ca/Torquay-Private-Vacation-Homes.d180386-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-38.32291%2C144.32574&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=daul61Q3C3PKIW0ge8-0GEdVi2M=) Torquay, VIC ### What's nearby - Torquay Beach \- 5 min walk \- 0.5 km - Surf World Museum \- 12 min walk \- 1.0 km - Front Beach \- 12 min walk \- 1.0 km - Torquay Visitor Information Centre \- 14 min walk \- 1.2 km - Torquay Central Farmers Market \- 15 min walk \- 1.3 km ### Getting around - Waurn Ponds Station - 16 min drive - Avalon Airport (AVV) - 42 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Salty Dog Cafe - ‬10 min walk - ‪McDonald's - ‬14 min walk - ‪Pond Cafe - ‬15 min walk - ‪The Kyn - ‬15 min walk - ‪Surfcoast Wholefoods - ‬17 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Trendy Townhouse Torquay pet-friendly? ### How much does it cost to stay at Trendy Townhouse Torquay? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Trendy Townhouse Torquay? ### What time is check-out at Trendy Townhouse Torquay? ### Where is Trendy Townhouse Torquay located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Trendy Townhouse Torquay 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 15 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 9.8 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nakita K. Dec 16, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Would stay again Perfect location and very comfortable with everything you need. ##### Nakita K. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ivana N. Jan 19, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent location Beautiful place for a family getaway. Super close to the beach, quiet neighbourhood and lots of room. ##### Ivana N. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### kate S. Oct 7, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy The townhouse was neat and tidy and had everything we need. It was great to be able to bring the dog and the yard is really secure. It's an easy walk to the beach and the shops are not far either. We had a relaxing break! ##### kate S. Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nicola M. Oct 27, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing place We came here for a mid week stay and absolutely enjoyed it. The location was perfect and the house is lovely with everything you need. ##### Nicola M. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Muhammad F. Apr 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Overall pleasant stay Home was clean and as per advertised ##### Muhammad F. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jason W. Jan 29, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Excellent accommodation Great location within walking distance of the beach, spacious rooms and all amenities provided. Will return! ##### Jason W. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kristy W. Feb 9, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome Fantastic house very clean close to everything Comfortable bedsOur family loved this little get away would highly recommend ##### Kristy W. Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandra S. Dec 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family Xmas Family Xmas in Torquay so required accomodation. Great location, walking distance to the beach, and excellent communication with the host. Everything we needed for our stay, thank you. ##### Sandra S. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jodi s. Oct 10, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good location, dog friendly and clean The townhouse had everything we needed. Good secure yard for the dog, walking distance to beach and some restaurants. Fire pit in the back yard was a nice surprise. ##### Jodi s. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### louisa e. Feb 20, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Relaxed contemporary townhouse. Very comfortable townhouse perfect for our stay in Torquay. Nicely furnished with good quality appliances and bedding- relaxed contemporary vibe. Big screen for movie nights in. Communication was easy and always prompt. Quiet neighbours. Less that 5 min drive to supermarkets and main swimming beaches. Highly recommended. Will come again. ##### louisa e. Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lily W. Nov 14, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Home away from home Lovely property, closely situated to the beach, clean with up to date technology. Spacious and open. Neighbourhood okay, neighbour walked into the property with no notice whilst we were present at the to fix a fence. Lucky our dog was friendly. Neighbourhood was quiet and safe otherwise. ##### Lily W. Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Ang M. Nov 21, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Peaceful and great location! Great property and would highly recommend. ##### Ang M. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lynne C. Apr 15, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Awesome place to stay Thankyou for your lovely place it was very nice and clean and close to everything the family all enjoyed their stay ,only stayed for the one night but will definitely stay again in the future for longer 5stars thanks again Lynne ##### Lynne C. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Corryn W. Jul 5, 2025 ##### Corryn W. Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Luka P. May 12, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Luka P. Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christopher J. Sep 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Christopher J. 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