[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Sanctuary House - Wye River Vacation home in Wye River with patio and fireplace ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24250000/24246300/24246252/c5c3187b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24250000/24246300/24246252/2b4b7077.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24250000/24246300/24246252/b2e5e7ec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24250000/24246300/24246252/96b0442c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24250000/24246300/24246252/da24e669.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Nestled in the heart of Wye River, Sanctuary House is a spacious haven designed for comfort and style. This inviting residence comfortably accommodates two families with an expansive open-plan living area featuring a cozy wood fire, kitchen, and large outdoor deck perfect for entertaining guests while taking in ocean views through the gum trees. 8.8 Excellent ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Pet-friendly - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - 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. ### Sanctuary House - Wye River Discover the perfect retreat for family and friends at Sanctuary House, a spacious haven nestled in the heart of Wye River. Designed with comfort and style in mind, this inviting residence comfortably accommodates two families. The expansive open-plan living and dining area features a cozy wood fire and a kitchen designed to inspire culinary creativity. Step out onto the large outdoor deck, where you can entertain guests while enjoying views of the ocean through the gum trees. This thoughtfully laid-out home includes 4 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, and a separate lounge/rumpus room downstairs, which opens onto an additional deck. Whether you're seeking fun or relaxation, Sanctuary House offers abundant space for both. Conveniently located, it's just a short walk to the beach and Wye General Store. With The Great Ocean Road at your doorstep, you'll have easy access to local treasures such as The Otway Fly Treetop Walk, Triplet Falls, and The 12 Apostles. The Wye General Store and Wye River Pub are only a 2-minute stroll away, and the stunning Wye River beach and Surf Club are directly across the road. Experience the best of the local region from the comfort of Sanctuary House. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Dishwasher ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Shower/bathtub combination ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### 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 ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33580000/33570800/33570752/7c0586e4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kenmaure -A cosy retreat Wye River - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 66 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=33570752&PinnedHotelID=33570752&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32150000/32147600/32147504/cb1c1858.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Fern Cottage - Tranquility At Your Doorstep Wye River - Washer - Air conditioning - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.0 Wonderful 24 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=32147504&PinnedHotelID=32147504&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Sun loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34620000/34617700/34617629/42ccbab3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wye Dream - Wye River Beach House - 200 metres to 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 ### Property is also known as Sanctuary Spacious Nestled Heart Sanctuary House Spacious House Nestled Heart Wye River Sanctuary House Spacious House Nestled Heart Sanctuary Spacious Nestled Heart Wye River Sanctuary House Spacious House Nestled Heart Wye River Sanctuary House Spacious House Nestled Heart Sanctuary Spacious Nestled Heart Wye River Sanctuary House Spacious House Nestled Heart Wye River Sanctuary House Spacious House Nestled Heart Sanctuary Spacious Nestled Heart Wye River Sanctuary Spacious Nestled Heart Sanctuary House Spacious House Nestled in the Heart of Wye River Sanctuary House Spacious House Nestled in the Heart of Wye River Sanctuary House Spacious House Nestled in the Heart of Wye River 4546 ## 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-38.63279%2C143.88885&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=g35aGQblneNFQyIq9gDYywrL5ew=) Wye River, Victoria #### What's nearby - Wye River Coastal Reserve - 7 min walk - 0.6 km - Lorne Beach - 18 min drive - 18.1 km - Live Wire Park - 18 min drive - 18.8 km - Kennet River Koala Walk - 27 min drive - 17.7 km - Erskine Falls - 31 min drive - 29.4 km #### Getting around - Avalon Airport (AVV) - 115 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Kafe Koala - ‬6 min drive - ‪Wye Beach Hotel - ‬8 min walk - ‪Wye River General Store - ‬6 min walk - ‪Kafe Koala - ‬6 min drive - ‪The General - ‬6 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Sanctuary House - Wye River pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Sanctuary House - Wye River? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Sanctuary House - Wye River? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Sanctuary House - Wye River located? > Situated in Wye River, this vacation home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Wye River Coastal Reserve and Great Otway National Park. Kennet River Coastal Reserve and Carisbrook Creek are also within 9 mi (15 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Sanctuary House - Wye River Reviews 8.8 ### Excellent 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) ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Location 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David B. Jun 13, 2018 #### Fantastic Great house, location and very relaxing. ##### David B. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2018 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 6/10 Okay Apr 11, 2017 #### Lovely house except for cobwebs everywhere shame t Had a blackout there were not enough candles could only find one tho 2wind up torches were good Needed to buy bottled water for drinking and with blackout no water to flush toilet ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah S. Aug 7, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Family & Pet friendly We had a much needed change of scenery at Wye River. Kids and dog loved staying here with lots of space for everyone. Log fire was lovely for our winter get away. Visiting bird life was a bonus. ##### Sarah S. Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Jessica C. Feb 28, 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Convenient peace and quiet Had a great time in Wye River at this peaceful but convenient house! ##### Jessica C. ### 8/10 Good #### Paul M. Dec 27, 2019 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### My pre-Christmas break with George (my GSP) The property is excellent. It is very well equipped. The view through the trees to the sea from the veranda is very appealing. ##### Paul M. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### JESSICA B. Apr 25, 2017 #### Lovely Stay My family and I had a beautiful stay. Home had everything you would need. Stunning location and home. Would stay again. ##### JESSICA B. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Moulin Wakefield Mill Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Gatineau-Hotels-Moulin-Wakefield-Mill-Hotel-Spa.h2980778.Hotel-Information) > > [Dreams Aventuras Riviera Maya - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Puerto-Aventuras-Hotels-Dreams-Aventuras-Riviera-Maya-All-Inclusive.h659684.Hotel-Information) > > [Beach Hotel in Barcelona](https://www.expedia.ca/Barcelona-Hotels-Beach-Hotel.0-0-d179992-tBeachHotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [The Hotel Windsor](https://www.expedia.ca/Melbourne-Hotels-The-Hotel-Windsor.h11362.Hotel-Information) > > [Fairmont Resort Blue Mountains MGallery Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/Sydney-Hotels-Fairmont-Resort-Spa-Blue-Mountains.h522363.Hotel-Information) > > [The Stanley](https://www.expedia.ca/Athens-Hotels-The-Stanley.h45395.Hotel-Information) > > [The Copa Cabana at Copacabana](https://www.expedia.ca/Copacabana-Hotels-The-Copa-Cabana-At-Copacabana.h33554165.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels with an Indoor Pool in Nova Scotia](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Nova-Scotia-Hotels-With-Indoor-Pool.0-0-d11173-tHotelswithIndoorPool.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Hotels in Port Stanley](https://www.expedia.ca/Port-Stanley-Hotels.d181900.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Holiday Inn Express & Suites Toronto Airport West by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Toronto-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Express-Suites-Toronto-Airport-West.h10588865.Hotel-Information) > > [Shearwater Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Shearwater-Hotels-Shearwater-Resort.h11114220.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Port of New Orleans](https://www.expedia.ca/Port-Of-New-Orleans-Hotels.0-l6162438-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [The Langham, Melbourne](https://www.expedia.ca/Melbourne-Hotels-The-Langham.h2112.Hotel-Information) > > [Courtyard by Marriott New York Manhattan / Chelsea](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Courtyard-By-Marriott-New-York-Manhattan-Chelsea.h6521456.Hotel-Information) > > [Inntel Hotels Amsterdam Zaandam](https://www.expedia.ca/Amsterdam-Hotels-Inntel-Hotels-Amsterdam-Zaandam.h527409.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotel Grand Pacific](https://www.expedia.ca/Victoria-Hotels-Hotel-Grand-Pacific.h788618.Hotel-Information) > > [Sea Containers London](https://www.expedia.ca/London-Hotels-Sea-Containers-London.h8466215.Hotel-Information) > > [The Sebel Whitsundays Airlie Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Airlie-Beach-Hotels-At-Blue-Horizon-Resort-Apartments.h2650727.Hotel-Information) > > [Bonnie Doon Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Bonnie-Doon-Hotels-Bonnie-Doon-Hotel.h20516057.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Phoenix (PHX) to Puerto Vallarta (PVR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/phx/pvr/phoenix-to-puerto-vallarta) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Tokyo (HND)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/hnd/toronto-to-tokyo) > > [Flights from Winnipeg (YWG) to Las Vegas (LAS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ywg/las/winnipeg-to-las-vegas) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Abbotsford (YXX)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/yxx/calgary-to-abbotsford) > > [flights from canadian rockies intl airport](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/airports/yxc/flights-from-canadian-rockies-intl-airport) > > [Flights from Cleveland (CLE) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/cle/yyz/cleveland-to-toronto) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Manila (MNL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/mnl/vancouver-to-manila) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Medicine Hat (YXH)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/yxh/toronto-to-medicine-hat) > > [Flights from Winnipeg (YWG) to Fort Lauderdale (FLL)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ywg/fll/winnipeg-to-fort-lauderdale) > > [Delta Montreal (YUL) to New York (JFK) flights](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flight-routes/delta-from-pierre-elliott-trudeau-intl-to-john-f-kennedy-intl/dl/yul/jfk) > > [Flights from Montreal (YUL) to Las Vegas (LAS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yul/las/montreal-to-las-vegas)