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Room
Living area
Private kitchen
Interior

Reviews

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 41 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Venus Bay, VIC
  • Anderson Inlet Coastal Reserve
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Point Smythe Coastal Reserve
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Inlet Beach
    ‪31 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bunk Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Cosy Beachside Cottage

Three bedroom cottage situated on number two ' estate ' with private treed garden , just three minutes drive from number 5 surf beach and within a short walking distance from the kangaroo lookout and boat jetty. The property has a front and side deck with BBQ and outside furniture. There is a combustion wood fire inside to keep you warm on those cold nights.The sleeping arrangements consist of a double bed,two singles,and a bunk bed.There is a well equipped kitchen with tea and coffee provided. Bedding for the double bed is provided,as well as doonas,blankets and pillows for all beds.There is of course a TV,video/DVD player and music system.Although of legal height,families with toddlers need to be aware that the decking is not fenced in.Very flexible check in and check out times-just ask.
ALTHOUGH THE HOUSE DOES SLEEP SIX PEOPLE,THE LIVING SPACE IS ONLY REALLY SUITABLE FOR 4 PEOPLE,SO MORE THAN 4 GUESTS ARE NOT RECOMMENDED

Property manager

Paul Sowinski

Languages

English, French, German

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Amenities

Kitchen
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 12:00 PM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Decking may not be suitable for toddlers
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 1 total)
Note property is not fully fenced
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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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Venus Bay

Located in Venus Bay, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. 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. Surfing/body boarding and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with ecotours and cycling nearby.
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Venus Bay, VIC

What's nearby

  • Anderson Inlet Coastal Reserve - 11 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Point Smythe Coastal Reserve - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Inverloch Coastal Reserve - 30 min drive - 29.5 km
  • Inlet Beach - 31 min drive - 30.4 km
  • Eagles Nest - 38 min drive - 37.9 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 148 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chutney Bar - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Tomo Modern Japanese - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪The Bayside Lady - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Paul the Pieman Bakeries - ‬31 min drive
  • ‪Inlet Hotel - ‬31 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cosy Beachside Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 1 total).

What time is check-in at Cosy Beachside Cottage?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cosy Beachside Cottage?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Cosy Beachside Cottage located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Cape Liptrap Coastal Park, Anderson Inlet Coastal Reserve and Point Smythe Coastal Reserve. Tarwin Lower Flora Reserve and Bald Hills Creek Wildlife Reserve are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

8.8

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 11 out of 20 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 20 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 20 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 20 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 20 reviews

8.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.4/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

XIAOYUN P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great value
Great value with everything we need
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
60th birthday
Clean and accurate - as had been communicated beforehand. Instructions easy to understand and follow. Lovely cottage feel. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place
Its not the taj mahal, but a great place for a decent weekend at the beach with kids or dogs...
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

James H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Beach House
Great house - very clean and tidy. Everything was as described. Would definitely like to stay there again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

8/10 Good

Ian M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet cottage
Cabin was basic but comfortable . We were disappointed there were so many restrictions in the area limiting where we could walk our dog.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Maree M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice and quiet
Lovely beach house
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Catherine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Happy stay.
Clean and comfortable. The wood burner was a treat. Well positioned within walking distance of beaches No.4 and No.5. We messed up with turning the hot water on but soon sorted that when the hot water ran out.😂
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

AILSA S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Ventures at Venus Bay
The house was spotlessly clean; however, the linen provided was rather shabby; no towels or soap were provided and there is no laundry. All other amenities were fine. There was only one small place to park one car off the road. The front steps were shacky and there needs to be a guide rail to help people get up the steps. We loved VB, but the house is a bit isolated.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

2/10 Terrible

Li C.

Liked: Check-in, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness, communication
Rude owner, dirty house
Dirtiest and most unhygenic house I've ever stayed in. We tried to overlook it for the first two nights but ended our trip early and cancelled the rest of our stay as it just wasn't relaxing or enjoyable. Everything in the house is filthy. Not just a little bit of dirt but layers of filth as though this house hasnt received any sort of real clean in years. Rat droppings on the stove, dirty fridge, and the utensils drawer had a very visible thick layer of dirt and filth along the tray. The single beds were atrocious with dirty unwashed blankets. There was dirt and pubic hair along the top of the mattress protectors. Repulsive pillows on the single beds that were thin, lumpy and completely yellowed, covered in dark yellow and brown stain patches. Couch armrests had a thick layer of grime on them, even the carpets felt grimey and had patches of spills on them that had never been cleaned. The shower was also dirty. I dont have room to describe it all. This place is unsuitable to be rented out. A shame because it would have been a lovely and cosy little place to stay if any care had been taken to make ut hygienic. The fire place was the only enjoyable aspect. I took extensive photos for evidence as the owner made me go through the complaints process with VRBO. When I spoke to him about it he was rude and dismissive, and told me I was exaggerating. I do not recommend staying here.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

LORIS D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nick M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice quiet stay
This property is in a quiet area and was a peaceful escape for a few days.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

John Q.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very pleasant
Very pleasant
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Amanda L., Northcote

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxed retreat
A relaxed cottage in beautiful Venus Bay. All the basics covered at very reasonable rates. Easy walk to the surf beach or Andersons inlet and a longish but Fabulous walk to point Smythe. We had a great time.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

paul p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Venus Bay delight
The simplicity of this place suited us down to the ground. Pleasant mornings on the balcony with the birds and trees ,and plenty of beach nearby for the dog to run free.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Noeline H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Restful break at a great little house
Everything you need in a shady little house walking distance to the beach. We picked a perfect week to rest and relax in lovely Venus Bay with games and movies at night.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

8/10 Good

graeme g.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice quiet place to relax and good central location for visiting other parts of the region
The property was in at nice quiet location not to far from the beach but as a self clean property I must say the previous tenants left it in an unclean state the sliding front door had dirty finger prints all over it. the stove top hadn't been cleaned and most of the cutlery and dishes not washed properly. Other than that it was very nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

8/10 Good

Kerrie W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Give it a good, and enjoyed out stay
Place was very restricted, pretty clean and provided all the basic accessories. If I have one suggestion, we arrived on a very hot day, the house was stinking hot and had no relief instil change come early the next day. The house needs air-conditioningI badly.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sue B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely location
We loved the location, there’s kangaroos, wombats and echidnas within 5 minutes!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Jackie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Happy
Simple, easy and comfortable. Our family had a very relaxing beach holiday. Our friends and us loved playing games around the big kitchen table each night.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020

6/10 Okay

Kelly A.

Simple
Very simple house, everything you need.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2019

About the host

Hosted by Paul Sowinski

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My partner Catriona and I both work in the health profession,and live closer to the city. We love to get away to Venus Bay whenever we can to relax.

Why they chose this property

Quiet and private.Lovely treed gardens with many birds. Very close to both surf beach and the Tarwin River inlet with boat launching facilites and fisherman's jetty.

What makes this property unique

Very cosy in the winter,when we especially like to go there to get away from the madding crowd.

Languages:

English, French, German
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