Title: Spacious disability-friendly respite property only minutes from Smiths Beach! - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=99429683&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Spacious disability-friendly respite property only minutes from Smiths Beach! ## Photo gallery for Spacious disability-friendly respite property only minutes from Smiths Beach! ![Beach - Spacious disability-friendly respite property only minutes from Smiths Beach! (Smiths Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99430000/99429700/99429683/059f4344.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Spacious disability-friendly respite property only minutes from Smiths Beach! 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(Smiths Beach)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99430000/99429700/99429683/c01403af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located on Smiths Beach Road, Wheelie's Rest offers a respite holiday accommodation experience perfectly suited to those with physical disabilities. With large open bathrooms and handrails, plus commodes provided, this property caters to individuals or groups up to 13 people in the main house and three in the side unit. Enjoy barbeque facilities in the courtyard or explore nearby attractions like A Maze N Things theme park and Panny's Chocolate Factory. ## Reviews 7.8 Good ### Entire home 5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - 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. ### Spacious disability-friendly respite property only minutes from Smiths Beach! Wheelie's Rest is run by Muscular Dystrophy Australia as respite holiday accommodation catered to those with physical disabilities, primarily wheelchairs and other mobility aids. The bathrooms are large, open spaces with handrails, with commodes provided. The house can cater anything from a single client and their carer to a large group, with the maximum sleeping capacity of 13. The property also contains a side unit which sleeps three, and contains a kitchenette and full accessibility-friendly bathroom. Wheelies Rest is perfectly situated on Smiths Beach Road, only minutes away from both the beachfront and the shopping and dining strip of Thompson Ave. The main areas for both eat-in and takeaway are located at the top of the island, about 6 to 8 minutes’ drive up Smiths Beach Road. While Wheelies Rest is intended to be a relaxing home away from home, there are tons of fun things to do around the island if you wanted to add a little sparkle to your respite! Nothing is more than 15 minutes away, such as the A Maze N Things theme park, Panny's Chocolate Factory, and the Antarctic Journey immersive experience. The bedding arrangements are as follows: HOUSE 1\. 2x single beds 2\. 1x bunk bed, 1x single bed 3\. 2x hi-lo mobility beds 4\. 1x bunk bed, 1x single bed UNIT 1x bunk bed (single top bunk, double bottom bunk) \*\*PLEASE NOTE THERE IS NO BEDDING PROVIDED - ALL GUESTS MUST PROVIDE THEIR OWN PILLOWCASES, DUVETS & BLANKETS, TOWELS, etc. There is a laundry on-site for washing bedding.\*\* There is a courtyard with barbeque facilities, and the house contains a fully-stocked kitchen with crockery and utensils and air conditioning in the living-dining space. The side unit contains air conditioning in the main bedroom area. For bookings of more than five people, please get in touch directly on 03 9320 955 or info@mda.org.au. MDA acknowledges the Boonwurrung people of the Kulin Nation who are the traditional custodians of the land on which Wheelies Rest is situated, and we pay our respects to their elders past and present. ## Property amenities ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Kitchenette ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Shower - Towels provided ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Wheelchair 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Three Bedroom Apartment | View from room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2660000/2650800/2650791/b0b8b637.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Silverwater Resort San Remo - 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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 ## About the area Smiths Beach is home to this vacation home. National Vietnam Veterans Museum and Pt Leo Estate Sculpture Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at A Maze'N Things and Purple Hen Winery. Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit and Churchill Island Marine National Park are also worth visiting. [Visit our Smiths Beach travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Smiths-Beach.dx6336101) [View more Vacation homes in Smiths Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Smiths-Beach-Private-Vacation-Homes.d6336101-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-38.49817%2C145.25714&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=iXsRAngEReVSUk8AQdXL9rpYcWM=) Smiths Beach, VIC ### What's nearby - ![Penguin Parade showing a sandy beach and bird life](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6244063/319783ec-4c47-479b-a7c5-d2c6b717be13.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Penguin Parade 10 min drive \- 13.2 km - Smiths Beach 9 min walk \- 0.8 km - YCW Beach 12 min walk \- 1.0 km - A Maze'N Things 19 min walk \- 1.6 km - Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit 4 min drive \- 3.8 km ### Getting around - Tyabb Station 70 min drive ### Restaurants - Pino's Trattoria 7 min drive - SAYANG 7 min drive - Chapel Lane 7 min drive - La Porchetta 7 min drive - Cafe Lugano 7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Spacious disability-friendly respite property only minutes from Smiths Beach! pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Spacious disability-friendly respite property only minutes from Smiths Beach!? ### What time is check-out at Spacious disability-friendly respite property only minutes from Smiths Beach!? ### Where is Spacious disability-friendly respite property only minutes from Smiths Beach! located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Spacious disability-friendly respite property only minutes from Smiths Beach! Reviews ## Reviews ### Good 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 2 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 1 ### 6.0 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Brendan Feb 26, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication The place was clean in a quiet area 2min walk to beach off street parking ##### Brendan Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hinal P. Apr 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Charming Beachside Stay I recently stayed at this lovely house near the beach and had a wonderful time. The house is equipped with all the amenities you need for a comfortable stay. The beach is just a short walk away, making it a perfect spot for a relaxing holiday.I’d definitely stay again! ##### Hinal P. Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### george g. Jan 5, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness #### G Good experience for Phillip Island holiday ##### george g. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Andre V. Oct 28, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Moto GP Great accomodation for the moto gp ##### Andre V. Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Elizabeth E. Mar 7, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wheelies Rest Layout, design and feel is Institutional, and it is an older property. It would benefit from improvement on maintenance and cleanliness of property. That said suitable to needs with essential equipment and nice area. ##### Elizabeth E. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Cheryl T. Nov 23, 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy The layout of the house was exactly what we needed and with ceiling hoist. The house had con webs everywhere in the house, crumbs in the kitchen draws, the power kept tripping. Lights didn’t work in all the rooms. The yard was not mowed or maintained at all. The beds had dirty marks on them and what i would say are dust and dirt on all beds. The ceiling fan was thick with dust. The bbq is not safe to use. The photos i have added are only the outside. But like i said early in the review the layout and the hoists were great. The bathroom is comode friendly. ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/74134010-a428-4612-a5f2-0228021df723-1763860979120.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/f661ad2b-b633-4f5d-93df-d06dcf10d9ce-1763860998224.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/b2d14004-b20a-4557-bd60-1a84337ced71-1763861016628.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/ugc/hotel-reviews/321c40d7-771d-40aa-b32c-fe1ee46806d3-1763861035829.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=204&ra=fit&q=high) ##### Cheryl T. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 2/10 Terrible #### Anthony B. Dec 29, 2024 Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Dont book We booked and paid for this property but did not receive any communication or access details so our holiday here did not go ahead. We were told by stayz that the host hadnt logged in for 8 months. Do not book this house. ##### Anthony B. 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