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Holiday House with real Holiday Charme in Smiths Beach

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Exterior
Terrace/patio
Dining
Room
Game room

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Air conditioning
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Smiths Beach, VIC
  • A Maze'N Things
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Phillip Island Wildlife Park
    ‪6 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

4 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Holiday House with real Holiday Charme in Smiths Beach

This property is in one of the best locations at Smiths Beach. It is walking distance to both the general store and Smiths Beach. The beach is both suitable for children or the serious surfer and is patrolled from late December to Easter.

The house has a large balcony which has a nice view including a glimpse of the ocean. The 3 bedroom house (plus a large games rumpus room) sleeps 6-8 people with 2 queen sized beds, two sets of bunks, and 1 foldable couch. Both the living area as well as the rumpus room have a TV and a DVD player.

There is a large, fully equipped modern kitchen, 2 bathrooms, laundry with washing machine, large outdoor deck, BBQ & outdoor setting. Harry's house has a split system cooling/heating unit in the living area. The grounds provide ample room for cars & a boat.

The house at this fantastic location is ideal for a family holiday. Enjoy sitting back from the lounge or on the large deck area, watching the magnificent views, whilst the kids enjoy themselves playing table tennis or table fussball in the rumpus room, basketball on the sheltered court in the front yard, or a game of soccer in the backyard.

Smiths Beach is close to the Grand Prix Circuit (incl. Go-Karts), Penguin Parade, Nobbies, Winery, Golf Club, Cape Woolamai Surf Beach, Wild life parks, Koala park, boat launches & all the other attractions the Island has to offer.

The house is available for weekends or weekly all year round.

Stays from 2 nights onwards can be arranged. In busy holiday periods 3-4 nights will be a minimum.

Prices listed are indicative and do not include costs for linen and towels. Please submit an enquiry for exact pricing. Linen can be provided at small extra costs. Sorry, towels we can’t provide.


Close By...

Five minute walk to spectacular Smiths Beach popular for Surfing and Boogie Boarding. Two minute walk to the local general store and surf shop which also offers a variety of surf lessons.


Local Features

Penguin Parade, Koala Sanctuary, Wildlife Park, Seal Rocks, local wineries, Australian Motorbike Grand Prix Circuit with stunning Go-Kart track, Super Bikes and V8 Super cars, Golf, A Maze'N'Things Adventure Park (with Minigolf, Maze, SkyTrail), Churchill Island, French Island, Surfing, Fishing and other water sports, walking and cycling paths around Cowes.

Property manager

Jochen
Premier Host

Languages

English, German

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
Please leave the house in same state you find it.
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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 indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

About the area

Smiths Beach

Located in Smiths Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. A Maze'N Things and Purple Hen Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Penguin Parade and Churchill Island Marine National Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit and Phillip Island Wildlife Park. With power boating, surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Smiths Beach, VIC

What's nearby

  • Smiths Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • A Maze'N Things - 4 min drive - 3.2 km
  • Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit - 6 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Phillip Island Wildlife Park - 6 min drive - 5.1 km
  • Penguin Parade - 9 min drive - 10.9 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne Tyabb Station - 70 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 137 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Koala Conservation Centre - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Phillip Island Football Club - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Phillip Island RSL Sub Branch - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fig & Olive at Cowes - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪G'Day Tiger - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Holiday House with real Holiday Charme in Smiths Beach pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Holiday House with real Holiday Charme in Smiths Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Holiday House with real Holiday Charme in Smiths Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Holiday House with real Holiday Charme in Smiths Beach located?

This family-friendly Smiths Beach holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Smiths Beach and YCW Beach. A Maze'N Things and Churchill Island Marine National Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dog beach hloiday
An excellent house in an ideal location. The property was really well maintained and very dog friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Great stay, great location. Excellent communication throughout the process
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

clare M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful holiday home in fabulous location.
We have nothing but good things to say about this stay. The communication and flexibility was excellent, the house was excellently kitted out for adults, kids and dogs alike, it was extremely clean and comfortable. We will be back.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fran L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in Philip Island
We had such a wonderful time staying here during our trip to Phillip Island! The location was perfect—close to the Penguin Parade, Smiths Beach, and so many other attractions. The accommodation was spotless and had fantastic facilities that made our stay incredibly comfortable.Our kids absolutely loved the activities available, which kept them entertained the whole time. From the moment we arrived, the owners were friendly and easy to deal with, making everything stress-free. Overall, it was a perfect family getaway, highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Primrose L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great accommodation and location
Well appointed and comfortable with great communication from property managers.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

waine p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best spot for a Moto gp stay.
Great spot for the Motogp and a lovely beach.Plenty of room and activities. A smart tv upgrade would be cool. Thanks to the owners for a pleasant experience overall.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely family getaway
Beautiful holiday house walking distance to beach and general store. Perfect for family getaway with lots of table tennis tournaments and board games enjoyed by all
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meryl W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Time out
We had a lovely 5 day stay . House was perfect, we had everything we needed. Great location, walk to cafe and beach. Nice quiet area , can hear the waves crashing. We were able to take our dog, he loved it too.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bianca M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great beach house that is pet friendly
The family all enjoyed our stay at this property. Kids loved the large games room and the dog loved the big sized yard. Lovely view out the back and great location so close to the beach. Would love to come back and stay during the summer time too!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Dominic M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ideal for the family with a dog.
Lovely property is a nice location. Well maintained and dog friendly which is wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Jess and family
We loved the house. Kids enjoyed the games room. Very comfortable house in a great area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melanie B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Something for everyone
We loved our family holiday! Plenty for the kids to do at Philip Island and also at the house. A short walk to the beach for a surf. The corner shop was so convenient for takeaway meals, coffee and ice creams. The house was well appointed and it was great to have a break from wifi
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for people and pooches
Great location close to the beach and well appointed house with everything you need for a self-sufficient stay. Great place for the dog to stay - plenty of enclosed back yard. Hosts are great with communication and help to make it a great experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hermann R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay. Close to beach. Lots of beds fir the grandkids.
Communication was great. Loved our time here. Lots for kids to do. Wonderfully close surf beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

an absolute delight to stay, so close to the best beach as well as all amenities , provided great vi
an absolute delight to stay, so close to the best beach as well as all amenities , provided great views from the top floor. a most enjoyable stay and will definitely be back. virginia and family

10/10 Excellent

Adelinda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hooray for Harry’s House
Perfect house in a perfect location. Lucked out with great beach weather for our 3 day long weekend. Highly recommend for families, friends and fur babies.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best location!
Clean & tidy house with all the amenities needed. Huge selection of board games we enjoyed thoroughly. In such a great location, 5 minute walk to the beach, couldn’t ask for a better place to stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shaana L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful home - kids had so much fun!
We stayed for three nights in Winter. The house was as listed and the games room was awesome for the kids! We loved it here and are looking forward to coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tony S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superb location and a sensationally comfortable stay
A delightfully warm family home with a more than ample supply of offerings from kitchen to bedding to entertainment. A clean home with generously spacious living areas for cooking, entertainment and generally just lounging about. We loved that it was so well appointed there was little need for us to leave. We were more than happy to just stay and relax and venture out to the lovely Smith's Beach, being only a few minutes walk.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great choice
Harry's House is a great property and in a wonderful location. It's spacious and caters for everyone, kids and adults of all ages, it really is home away from home. We had such a great time! Smith's Beach is less than a 10 minute walk.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenton W.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Place
Very nice house Very clean, had everything. Great location, heaps to do with the kids Host was very kind & easy to deal with. Games, basketball, foosball & beach.... What more could you ask for ?? Highly reccomended
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jenny G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great position
Manager very approachable
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020

10/10 Excellent

Debra J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very Happy At Harry’s House
Jochen excellent host , communication easy . everyone enjoyed even Henri our dog .So close to all your needs & Great Holiday spot Harry’s had everything you could ask for & more Deb J
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jodie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect for a large family
Well well well, blended family and friends this is a place you wanna book.Hosts are easy to communicate with and we wanted for nothing. Heads up no wifi but it wasn't an issue. Suggest if you have young kids find those DVD's you have put in storage. Highly recommend this place and look forward to being able to return. Wish it wasn't so popular.... this review will not help us! But had to rave about it you have put in stoahe
Stayed 12 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Moto GP Dads Bucket list
We came to Phillip Island for a "Boys" weekend to tick off one of my dads bucket list items to watch the Moto GP. Harry's House at Smiths beach was a great choice and lived up to everything we expected and needed and would love to stay there again thanks Simone & Jochen
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

About the host

Hosted by Jochen

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Originally from Germany, we migrated to Australia in 2003. The plan was to stay for 2-3 years. But... places like Smiths Beach quickly convinced us that there is probably no better place to be than Australia. Smiths Beach quickly caught our absolute love and attention and when the golden opportunity came about to purchase Harry's House we really couldn't hesitate or resist for too long. Ever since, the house has not only hosted our family for many holidays and quiet weekends away. It is fair to say that it has made many families happy over the years; with many of them returning year after year.

Why they chose this property

Spending many summer days at Smiths Beach we fell in love with the ideal mix of being a safe beach whilst providing good waves for surfing and boogie boarding. This combined with amazing views, especially at sunset; but not to forget the quiet "Island / Holiday Charme" that Smiths Beach continues to offer.

What makes this property unique

Why does Harry's House stand out from the rest? This is probably an answer to be provided by its many happy tenants over the years.

Languages:

English, German

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests