[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Banksia Beach Retreat \*1 NIGHT FREE\* Vacation home in Melbourne with balcony and fireplace ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/110000000/109999000/109998942/a0817354.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/110000000/109999000/109998942/5cdde1dc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/110000000/109999000/109998942/6a6e5c22.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/110000000/109999000/109998942/b6af589f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/110000000/109999000/109998942/429f194c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Set in a peaceful beachside location, this coastal retreat near Blairgowrie’s front and back beaches offers easy walking access to great coffee, swimming at the foreshore or exploring rockpools at Bridgewater Bay. Enjoy modern comforts with two living areas, cozy wood fireplace and glimpses of the bay from upstairs. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathrooms1851 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Air conditioning - 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. ### Banksia Beach Retreat \*1 NIGHT FREE\* \*1 NIGHT FREE\* for new stays between 1/5/25 to 30/11/25. Simply book then message us to have a night added to your stay. Subject to availability. Cannot be redeemed for a Fri or Sat night. Set in a peaceful beachside location midway between Blairgowrie’s front and back beaches, this coastal retreat offers easy walking access to a great coffee, swim at the foreshore, or a dip in the stunning rockpools at Bridgewater Bay. Offering all the modern comforts, the home spans two storeys and features two separate living areas, a cozy wood fireplace, and bay glimpses from the upper level. Perfect for families, it provides the ideal base for a memorable coastal holiday escape. IMPORTANT • Schoolies and groups under the age of 25 will not be accepted at this property under any circumstances. • Strictly no parties or gatherings of any type – the host’s properties are offered for private accommodation purposes only. • While the host offers the ability to book instantly, you will be contacted to confirm written acceptance of the Terms & Conditions of your stay. Please ensure you have thoroughly read and understand the T&C’s, which can be found by downloading the Rental Agreement on the “Review Rules & Policies” page (after entering your dates and contact details). The host reserves the right to decline any enquiry or booking if a guest is deemed to be unsuitable. THE SPACE • 4 bedrooms (sleeps 11) • 3 bathrooms • Double storey home with bay glimpses from the upper level • Two living areas • Downstairs open plan living incorporating kitchen and dining plus lounge and smart TV opening to deck • Well-appointed modern kitchen with Nespresso coffee pod machine • Indoor dining for 12 • Outdoor dining for 7 • BBQ • Upstairs living with large modular couch, smart TV and wood fireplace • Basketball ring • Heating/Cooling includes split systems in both living areas (upstairs and downstairs), wood fireplace\* in upstairs living area, ceiling fans in all bedrooms and upstairs living • Fully equipped laundry with washing machine, dryer, clothes-airer, ironing facilities, outdoor washing line • Driveway parking for 5 vehicles (NB: the garage is not available to guests) Bed Configuration (all bedrooms are upstairs): • Bedroom 1: 1 x KB • Bedroom 2: 3 X SB • Bedroom 3: 1 x Tri-bunk (double on bottom, single on top) & 1 x KSB • Bedroom 4: 1 x QB Bathroom Configuration: Upstairs: • Bathroom 1: with shower, double vanity and toilet • Bathroom 2: with shower, vanity and toilet Downstairs: • Laundry room with shower and separate toilet Please note: • Tariff includes quality bed and bath linen, kitchen basics and bathroom products, firewood April-September. Please BYO beach towels. • Free WIFI, with streaming services accessible via your own login. • Sorry, this property is not pet friendly. • Access details will be provided late afternoon the day prior to your stay, after individual security codes are set. THE LOCALE ‣ Blairgowrie Village & Foreshore – 950m ‣ Bridgewater Bay - 1.1km ‣ Sorrento Village, The Continental, Sorrento Hotel, Car Ferry – 5.8km ‣ Rye Village, Pier & Foreshore – 4.8km ‣ Nearest Golf Course – 7.6km (The Dunes)/7.3km (Sorrento Golf Club) ‣ Nearest Winery – 9.5km (The Cups Estate) ‣ Peninsula Hot Springs/Alba Thermal Springs & Spa – 9.1km Pets - not allowed Smoking - not allowed We will be in touch with you by email shortly after 3pm the day before check-in. This email will contain a link to the property's digital Guidebook, which will include the property address and your individual access details. As a backup, the link will also be sent by text message on the morning of your arrival. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - No elevator - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea - Next to a golf course ### Things to do - Basketball nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkeling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks nearby - Windsurfing nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Comprehensive recycling policy - Eco-friendly cleaning products used - Garden - Unit size: 1,851 square feet ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/45000000/45000000/44998100/44998004/04ecd5bc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Molly's Beach House, Blairgowrie - 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Our role is to ensure you have a great stay, whilst also safeguarding our client’s By proceeding with your booking, you are bound by the following Terms & Conditions. Failure to comply may result in charges against your security HOUSE RULES - All guests (excluding children) must be over 25 years of age, unless otherwise agreed in writing. We reserve the right to request Photo ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed No events are 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 Note from host: No events are allowed Long-term renters welcome This property uses eco-friendly cleaning products Host has indicated there is no 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 Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit 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 ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ### Property is also known as UEV8284V88 ## About the area Located in Blairgowrie, a neighborhood in Melbourne, this vacation home is next to a golf course and near the beach. Peninsula Hot Springs and Searoad Ferry Terminal are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Boneo Maze & Wetlands Centre and Peninsula Stand Up Paddle. Ace-Hi Ranch and Queenscliff Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling. [Visit our Melbourne travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Melbourne.dx178283) [View more Vacation homes in Melbourne](https://www.expedia.ca/Melbourne-Private-Vacation-Homes.d178283-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-38.36521%2C144.77103&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=HmcZlAAGhn1XOoKfvGkpdErERV8=) Blairgowrie, VIC ### What's nearby - Blairgowrie Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km - Rye Beach - 2 min drive - 1.5 km - Sorrento Front Beach - 4 min drive - 3.5 km - Searoad Ferry Terminal - 5 min drive - 4.6 km - Peninsula Hot Springs - 11 min drive - 11.0 km ### Getting around - Drysdale Station - 80 min drive - Avalon Airport (AVV) - 112 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪St Paul's Road General Store - ‬4 min drive - ‪Peninsula Pantry - ‬5 min drive - ‪Pizza D'oh - ‬11 min walk - ‪Hotel Sorrento - ‬6 min drive - ‪Koonya Hotel - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Banksia Beach Retreat *1 NIGHT FREE* pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Banksia Beach Retreat *1 NIGHT FREE*? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Banksia Beach Retreat *1 NIGHT FREE*? > Check-out is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Banksia Beach Retreat *1 NIGHT FREE* located? > Located in Blairgowrie, this golf vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Blairgowrie Beach, Saint Johns Wood Road Beach, and Mornington Peninsula National Park. 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