10/10 Excellent
Nick M.
10 Feb 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great position Nice a quite
Nick M.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025
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Family friendly Smiths Beach Retreat
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Smiths Beach, VIC
- A Maze'N Things4 min drive
- Phillip Island Wildlife Park5 min drive
- Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit5 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area
About this property
Family friendly Smiths Beach Retreat
Single story 2 bedroom, 1 bathroom house on large flat block located midway between seasonal patrolled surf beach and YMC beach. Easy walking distance to the beaches, cafe and surf shop at Smiths Beach.
Great house for any season with bright open plan living/dining/kitchen. Well equipped kitchen has fridge, oven, microwave, sandwich maker, electric frypan, pod-compatible coffee machine plus dishwasher to make for happy chefs! Separate laundry with washing machine. TV and DVD players provided in both lounge and kids bedroom. Reverse cycle air conditioner provides heating and cooling.
The first bedroom has 1 Queen sized bed, second bedroom has 1 Queen and 1 King Single bed with trundle. No Bunks!
Outside there is a fully fenced backyard and double garage. Ample parking for both cars and boats.
Due to neighbour disturbance plus past damage to the house (car reversed into house, holes in walls, etc.), we do not take bookings from people celebrating end of school (schoolies).
What to do during your stay
Bring your bikes as the bike track runs all the way to Cowes or San Remo.
A two minute drive will take you to the Grand Prix track, 6 minutes to Cowes and 11 minutes to the Penguin Parade.
Walk to the Smiths Beach surf shop and take a surfing lesson.
Walk to the Smiths Beach cafe and enjoy a coffee and cake.
Visit Churchill Island for the market or just wander around the homestead.
Visit Cowes and enjoy dining in one of the many excellent restaurants and cafes.
Check out our information folder for lots of other things to do.
Local Features
Penguin Parade, Koala Sanctuary, Wildlife Park, Seal Rocks, Australian Motorbike Grand Prix Circuit, Golf, Churchill Island, French Island, Surfing and surf lessons, Fishing and other water sports, walking and cycling paths around Cowes, Chocolate Factory, Great Food and Dining, Seal Watching Cruise, Laser Strike, Rhyll Trout and Bush Tucker Farm, A Maze 'N Things Adventure Park.
Great house for any season with bright open plan living/dining/kitchen. Well equipped kitchen has fridge, oven, microwave, sandwich maker, electric frypan, pod-compatible coffee machine plus dishwasher to make for happy chefs! Separate laundry with washing machine. TV and DVD players provided in both lounge and kids bedroom. Reverse cycle air conditioner provides heating and cooling.
The first bedroom has 1 Queen sized bed, second bedroom has 1 Queen and 1 King Single bed with trundle. No Bunks!
Outside there is a fully fenced backyard and double garage. Ample parking for both cars and boats.
Due to neighbour disturbance plus past damage to the house (car reversed into house, holes in walls, etc.), we do not take bookings from people celebrating end of school (schoolies).
What to do during your stay
Bring your bikes as the bike track runs all the way to Cowes or San Remo.
A two minute drive will take you to the Grand Prix track, 6 minutes to Cowes and 11 minutes to the Penguin Parade.
Walk to the Smiths Beach surf shop and take a surfing lesson.
Walk to the Smiths Beach cafe and enjoy a coffee and cake.
Visit Churchill Island for the market or just wander around the homestead.
Visit Cowes and enjoy dining in one of the many excellent restaurants and cafes.
Check out our information folder for lots of other things to do.
Local Features
Penguin Parade, Koala Sanctuary, Wildlife Park, Seal Rocks, Australian Motorbike Grand Prix Circuit, Golf, Churchill Island, French Island, Surfing and surf lessons, Fishing and other water sports, walking and cycling paths around Cowes, Chocolate Factory, Great Food and Dining, Seal Watching Cruise, Laser Strike, Rhyll Trout and Bush Tucker Farm, A Maze 'N Things Adventure Park.
Property manager
Chris
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
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Pets allowed: less than 25 kg per pet (limit 4 pets total)
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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
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
About the area
Smiths Beach
Located in Smiths Beach, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Churchill Island Marine National Park and Ventnor Bushland Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Penguin Parade and Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit. A Maze'N Things and Phillip Island Wildlife Park are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Smiths Beach, VIC
What's nearby
- Smiths Beach - 8 min walk - 0.8 km
- A Maze'N Things - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
- Phillip Island Wildlife Park - 5 min drive - 4.6 km
- Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
- Penguin Parade - 9 min drive - 10.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Koala Conservation Centre - 5 min drive
- Phillip Island Football Club - 8 min drive
- Phillip Island RSL Sub Branch - 6 min drive
- Fig & Olive at Cowes - 7 min drive
- G'Day Tiger - 8 min drive
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Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
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Communication
9.8/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Caroline M.
29 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
4th wonderful stay
Caroline M.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kerryn F.
22 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great pet friendly place
Kerryn F.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Meryl W.
28 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing
Meryl W.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ian B.
9 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Classic holiday rental
Ian B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Megan M.
31 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Smiths Beach getaway
Megan M.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Vindya M.
18 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful place
Vindya M.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Amanda S.
11 June 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect seaside family retreat
Amanda S.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Paul R.
11 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very comfortable
Paul R.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Patricia T.
1 Jan 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Patricia T.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
8/10 Good
brock h.
4 Nov 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
VG
brock h.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Tricia H.
13 Sept 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful Stay
Tricia H.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Helen G.
13 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Would definitely come again
Helen G.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023
6/10 Okay
Wayne B., Parkville, NSW
25 Oct 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Wayne B.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Josephine S.
6 Feb 2025
Josephine S.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025
8/10 Good
Karen P.
20 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Karen P.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Kirsty H.
20 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Kirsty H.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Simone S.
31 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Simone S.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Parmesh C.
17 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely clean home.
Parmesh C.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022
6/10 Okay
Nancye C.
10 Dec 2022
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Could have been cleaner
Nancye C.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
8/10 Good
Susan T.
6 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot for a week away
Susan T.
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2022
8/10 Good
John C.
25 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable and clean.
John C.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Michele B.
20 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location House had everything you coould possibly want for the stay
Michele B.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Simon D.
17 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely brilliant
Simon D.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Stephen N.
25 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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About the host
Hosted by Chris
Languages:
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Premier Host
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