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Cottage on the terrace

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Front decking and entry
Back decking
Main bedroom
Entry
Main bedroom
Reviews
9.8

Exceptional

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Washer
    WasherWasher
  • Outdoor space
    Outdoor spaceOutdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Kitchen
    KitchenKitchen
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioningAir conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
    Pet-friendlyPet-friendly

Explore the area

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Rye, VIC
  • Popular LocationRye Beach2 min drive
  • Popular LocationBlairgowrie Beach5 min drive
  • Popular LocationPeninsula Hot Springs8 min drive
  • AirportMelbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon)88 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Cottage on the terrace

Cottage on the terrace is a lovely presented two bedroom elevated beach house, midway between front and back beaches of Rye.

At the front of the property there is undercover parking with ten steps leading up to the Cottage's entrance. The front decking takes full advantage of the afternoon sunshine and overlooks a fully fenced treed front yard. This decking with it's Adirondack chairs is perfect for lazy afternoons, sunbathing or watching the kids play in the front yard.

Upon entrance to the Cottage there are polished floorboards throughout, with two good size bedrooms, a clean bathroom, a kitchen that overlooks the open plan living/dining areas and glass french doors that lead out to the back elevated entertaining deck.

The two sunny bedrooms comprising of a master bedroom with queensize bed, two side tables, digital clock radio with bluetooth and USB charger built in, lamps, electric blanket, full length mirror and a full size built in wardrobe. The second bedroom has two single beds, lamps, toy cupboard, and a full size built in wardrobe. All the beds are comfortable with mattress protectors and come with pillows and doonas, please note linen and towels are not supplied.

The bathroom is clean and bright and has a full size bathtub and a hairdryer for your convenience.

This cottage has a fully equipped modern kitchen with the convenience of a dishwasher (why wash dishes on your holiday!), a full size fridge/freezer, microwave, oven, cooktop, toaster, kettle and all pots, pans, cutlery and crockery needed. There is also a coffee espresso machine (BYO K-free Aldi Pods). The kitchen has an island bench with stools, large windows that look over the back entertainment deck to the trees beyond and glass french doors.

The private entertaining deck which looks across a valley of trees is set up with a large table, chairs and a BBQ. The decking stairs lead you down to the ground level where there are many rear garden terraces with trees and pathways to explore. There is also a laundry on this level with a washing machine available to those guest staying 5 days or more upon request (otherwise there is a good laundry mat in Rye). Also on this level is a large clothes line (a smaller one is on the top level undercover near the french doors).

The lounge/dining area provides plenty of comfortable seating with a two seater couch and a three seater couch. There is also a 42 inch plasma TV, DVD player, Stereo system with radio/CD/bluetooth, board games, magazines, books, CDs, DVDs and our welcome information book which has brochures, maps, etc on what to do on the Mornington Peninsula. Please note we do not have WiFi. For your comfort we have provided a reverse cycle airconditioner for heating and cooling and a ceiling fan. The lounge/dinning area has big windows that over look the front decking and yard to the trees and garden.

Some of our guest comments in our Guestbook are "comfy", "cosy", "clean", "well presented", "we will definitely be back", "had a great stay".

This great cottage is a short drive to many places such as 5 minutes to the Rye shops, 3 minutes to calm waters of the bay and 4 minutes to the excitement of the back beaches (No16 Beach). Take advantage of the convenient location to the many activities offered by the peninsula such as wineries, hot springs (8mins), golfing, Peninsula 3 drive in (20mins) or just a simple walk along the beach.

Property manager

Kristine Moore

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill

House Rules

Check in after 2:30 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We do not supply highchairs or portacots

Events

No events allowed
Number of Guests can not exceed the max adults

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 1 total)
By arrangement

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
This is a non smoking property
Strictly no schoolies, parties or events
The property should be left in a similar state to its condition on arrival.
The person making the booking and therefore responsible for the booking must be over the age of 21.

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
Note from host: Number of Guests can not exceed the max adults
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 fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Melbourne

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Rye, a neighbourhood in Melbourne. Quarantine Station and Queenscliff Hotel are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Peninsula Hot Springs and Mornington Peninsula National Park. Boneo Maze & Wetlands Centre and Peninsula Stand Up Paddle are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Map
Rye, VIC

What's nearby

  • Rye Beach - 2 min drive
  • Blairgowrie Beach - 5 min drive
  • Alba Thermal Springs and Spa - 6 min drive
  • Sorrento Front Beach - 8 min drive
  • Peninsula Hot Springs - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 110 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪16 Beach General Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Blairgowrie Beach Box - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Hunter Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Peninsula Pantry - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Hector's Seafoods - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage on the terrace pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Cottage on the terrace?

Check-in begins at 2:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage on the terrace?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Cottage on the terrace located?

Located in Rye, this holiday home is within 2 miles (3 km) of Rye Beach, Mornington Peninsula National Park and Number 16 Beach. Saint Johns Wood Road Beach and Lizard Head Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tammy D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property extremely clean and organised
Relaxing property can’t wait to go back but needs wifi
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Col

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy home
Quiet neighbourhood was nice to chill at
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great host, great spot and great cottage
Great host, great spot and great cottage. Highly recommend Shame the VRBO App and communication are ordinary
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vic A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Delightful cottage on the terrace.
This cottage was perfect for our stay in Rye. A short drive from the Esplanade, or a walk if you prefer. Nestled in a quiet location the cottage is bright, full of character with polished hardwood floors, very clean and well appointed. The rear deck off the kitchen is perfect for dining outdoors, screened from the neighbours with an Oleander bush, blooming with beautiful crimson flowers at the time of our stay. Well located to explore the Mornington Peninsula. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect weekend getaway
Everything you needed was provided. Would definitely recommend and stay again Excellent host communication
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
Our second time at this delightful cottage and we had another great holiday. It is clean, bright and well-appointed. We love staying there.
Stayed 9 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Katherine R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cottage in the tree tops
Lovely stay at a spotless homey cottage We enjoyed our stay very much and our small pup we brought loved exploring the back yard. Very nice stay!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Jill C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great short stay
Lovely place for a short stay. Very reasonably priced and has everything you need. Except off course sheets and towels, which is clearly stated. Loved having boarded floors throughout and so clean! Thanks for accommodating our dog with treats too!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Flor de Maria J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Ms
A truely wonderful property for us as a family with specific dietary requirements, we required a very clean home ready to use. This was an ideal choice in terms of interior presentation and cleaningness. We loved the garden in the backyard for our little one.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place to stay
Great Hosts and a lovely place to stay. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing and fun
Well presented with good facility also for our dog Alfie
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Natasha S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely
Nice and clean, cosy place good to recharge yourself.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Miranda F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend
Loved the house, the cleanliness, the views Very comfortable and enjoyable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekend getaway
The cottage had everything we needed for our long weekend away. It's in a quiet neighbourhood and only a couple of minute drive from beach, shops, etc. Kristine was great to deal with and responded quickly to our messages. Look forward to coming back
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eugene S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful well maintained cottage in quiet part of Rye
We very much enjoyed our stay here and love the cosy cottage which our lovely hosts prepared for us. I love the thoughtfulness of leaving fresh milk and honey and cold water for us. I would recommend this cottage for anyone who wants a getaway in Rye where you can explore the beautiful beaches and then after your walks go for a relaxing time in the thermal pools close by under the stars.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely beach cottage
A lovely bright, clean and cosy cottage. We enjoyed our stay very much. Walking distance to the beautiful bay beaches!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gary P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gasa
Very clean and everything you ever need in temporary stay
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lyn D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage with all you need (& more!)
The cottage was delightful for our 2 night stay. I liked the colourful beachy decor and the fact that its close to both beaches yet feels far enough away from the action to be a relaxing home base. Above all, we're grateful we could take our dog with us for the weekend. Pre-check in communication was excellent and the little extras like a bottle of milk in the fridge & good selection of games/dvds/reading materials were a nice touch. The kitchen was well kitted out with everything we needed for a couple of days. Thanks again Kristine for letting us stay at your cottage.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christiana S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Just what we needed
We had a lovely 2 night stay, the property was clean and had all the amenities we needed and more. Perfect for our family of 4, would definitely try and stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

Jim A.

Liked: Listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
Kristine's property
3 matters - I got to stay at Kristine's property. I guess a detail I overlooked was the provision of bed sheets and linen that I had to bring, attach to bedding, remove and clean once I got home. Negative number 2 - no WIFI, having teenage kids they use it excessively and lastly negative no 3 - the location is not close to shops or cafes. Other than this, all good! oh, and lastly there was a blackout that was very brief Next time I will book earlier!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Belinda w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quite location just driveway Abit hard in smaller car
Awesome 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kristine P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great weekender!
Very clean, cosy and well maintained property. Had everything we needed for a getaway weekend near the beach. Thanks for an enjoyable stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Niall P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable cottage, clean and everything provided for cooking.
Only short drive to beach & shops, quiet street
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Grant M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rye cottage
Excellent location and a very pretty, tidy cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tonya F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quick Getaway
The house was neat and clean. Thank you for hosting us!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2022

About the host

Hosted by Kristine Moore

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We started Cottage on the terrace with Stayz back in 2008 and have loved welcoming many guest to our property.

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English
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