[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Pegasus Retreat - in the coastal village of Venus Bay Vacation home in Venus Bay with balcony ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31850000/31840700/31840608/f1b035c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31850000/31840700/31840608/43799a3c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31850000/31840700/31840608/2b930615.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31850000/31840700/31840608/e910b506.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31850000/31840700/31840608/65f3b8e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Escape to this lovely beach house in the beautiful coastal village of Venus Bay, where you can enjoy a relaxing getaway with family and pets. With three bedrooms, polished floorboards throughout, and a large wrap-around deck, there is plenty of space inside and out for everyone to unwind. 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 9 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Barbecue grill - 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. ### Pegasus Retreat - in the coastal village of Venus Bay This lovely beach house has been set up well perfectly to make the most of your beach escape. \- The Space This lovely beach house has been set up well perfectly to make the most of your beach escape. Featuring three bedrooms, with enough sleeping capacity for up to 9 people, this is a great family holiday base. With polished floorboards throughout and a large wrap around deck, there is plenty of space inside and out. The yard is fully fenced, so even your pets can enjoy a beach getaway. With split system heating and cooling and a choice of coffee machines (both espresso and pod), you will have all the comforts of home to enjoy your time away. Bedroom 1 - Queen bed Bedroom 2 - Double bed, Single bed, bunk bed Bedroom 3 - 2 Single beds \- Interaction This property is professionally managed by a licensed real estate agent, with a local team to assist with anything you need to make the most of your holiday time. \- Neighborhood The beautiful coastal village of Venus Bay has a small number of shops and cafes in town, and pristine beaches patrolled in summer by the Venus Bay Surf Life Saving Club - voted the Australian Surf Life Saving Club of the Year 2017! \- Getting Around There is no public transport available in Venus Bay, however there is a community beach bus that operates in summer to transfer you to the beach. The property is within walking distance of the local shops and cafes. Your Perfect Coastal Escape in South Gippsland Around 2 hours from Melbourne, Venus Bay is a peaceful coastal retreat surrounded by unspoiled beaches, scenic landscapes, and a warm, welcoming community. With five stunning beaches to choose from—including the popular Beach No. 1, patrolled by the Venus Bay Surf Lifesaving Club in summer—there’s no shortage of spots to swim, surf, or relax by the ocean. For boating and fishing, Anderson Inlet is just minutes away, offering calm waters perfect for kayaking or simply soaking in the views. The local First Estate shopping strip has everything you need: a general store (with groceries, takeaway, coffee, and a bottle shop), The Cavity restaurant, a pizza shop, ice cream and fish and chips and two real estate offices. Looking to explore? Nearby towns like Tarwin Lower (6 mins), Inverloch (20 mins), and Wonthaggi (30 mins) and Leongatha (25 mins) can help with your shopping needs, other towns such as Foster (30 mins), Meeniyan (20 mins) and Fish Creek (15 mins) offer charming cafes, shops, and coastal sights. Around 45 minutes away, Wilsons Promontory National Park promises unforgettable hikes, beaches, and wildlife. Don’t miss the spectacular Point Smythe Walking Track—a peaceful trail through coastal bushland with sweeping views of the Bass Strait and Wilsons Prom. It’s a haven for birdwatchers, nature lovers, and anyone looking to disconnect and breathe in the sea air. Whether you're here for a quiet beachside break or an active outdoor adventure, Venus Bay is the ideal base to experience the best of South Gippsland. Discover why so many return year after year—Venus Bay is the coastal gem you didn’t know you needed. \- Other things to note The property also has two portacots available for use, plus baby-safe gates at the top of the internal stairs and at the entrance to the kitchen. Please note: Blankets, Pillows and Doonas are supplied at the property. You will need to bring your own linen (sheets, towels, tea towels, pillowcases and bathmat). Linen is available for hire - contact us for further details. \- Other things to note \- No shoes in the house please. \- Pets are strictly forbidden from being on the furniture and beds. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Parking and transportation - Car required - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Shower ### Entertainment - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fully-fenced - Garden - Yard ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the bay ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming 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 ![Microwave, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90870000/90864700/90864668/7cf9ae45.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pleiades, Venus Bay (pet friendly) Venus Bay - Washer - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Outdoor space [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-30&endDate=2025-10-31&selected=90864668&PinnedHotelID=90864668&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34460000/34455400/34455317/f4666abb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Evergreen - spacious family retreat, so close to shops and beaches. 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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 required for transportation to and from this property ### Property is also known as Pegasus Retreat Fantastic Location Shops Patrolled Beach House Pegasus Retreat Fantastic Location Shops Patrolled Beach Pegasus Retreat Fantastic Location Shops Patrolled Beach House Pegasus Retreat Fantastic Location Shops Patrolled Beach House Pegasus Retreat Summa Venus Pegasus Retreat Fantastic Location Shops Patrolled Beach Pegasus Retreat Summa Venus Bay 187\_74 Pegasus Retreat Summa Private vacation home Pegasus Retreat Summa Private vacation home Venus Bay ## About the area Located in Venus Bay, this vacation home is near the beach. Anderson Inlet Coastal Reserve and Point Smythe Coastal Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Rainbow Park and Bunurong Coastal Reserve. Looking to get your feet wet? Motor boating, surfing/body boarding and fishing adventures can be found near the property. [Visit our Venus Bay travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Venus-Bay.dx6129920) [View more Vacation homes in Venus Bay](https://www.expedia.ca/Venus-Bay-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6129920-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-38.70354%2C145.82170&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=nVGLhmv743S4Jih6HF7KA1c0GGE=) Venus Bay, VIC ### What's nearby - Point Smythe Coastal Reserve - 8 min drive - 5.7 km - Inlet Beach - 25 min drive - 31.0 km - Rainbow Park - 25 min drive - 31.0 km - Inverloch Recreation Reserve - 25 min drive - 31.0 km - Eagles Nest - 33 min drive - 38.9 km ### Getting around - Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 142 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Venus Bay General Store - ‬3 min walk - ‪Agapi Fish & Chips - ‬3 min walk - ‪Tarwin Fuel Supplies - Roadhouse - ‬5 min drive - ‪The Fishing Village Bar & Cafe - ‬3 min walk - ‪Ricky Ricardos Holiday House - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Pegasus Retreat - in the coastal village of Venus Bay pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Pegasus Retreat - in the coastal village of Venus Bay? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Pegasus Retreat - in the coastal village of Venus Bay? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Pegasus Retreat - in the coastal village of Venus Bay located? > Situated near the beach, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Cape Liptrap Coastal Park and Anderson Inlet Coastal Reserve. Point Smythe Coastal Reserve and Tarwin Lower Flora Reserve are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Pegasus Retreat - in the coastal village of Venus Bay Reviews 9.0 ### 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 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.0/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kellie M. Jun 19, 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house and location Well set up house in great location. Clean and comfortable . ##### Kellie M. Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021 ### 8/10 Good #### Emma T. Jan 6, 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great house great location House had everything we could want, lots of games for the indoors and outdoors. Close to the beach and shops. Perfect place to relax and enjoy some family time. Sue and her team made the whole process easy and enjoyable. ##### Emma T. Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2021