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Sea La Vie - Quiet comfortable getaway.

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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Air conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Dromana, VIC
  • Dromana Beach
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Rosebud Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • The Enchanted Adventure Garden
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Moorabbin, VIC (MBW)
    ‪42 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining Area

About this property

Sea La Vie - Quiet comfortable getaway.

Welcome to Sea La Vie at Dromana and our wonderful beach!

We warmly invite you to enjoy the charms of our little cottage which is a hidden gem on the peninsula located in Dromana. The cottage is in an unbeatable location, being only a few minutes walk from the Dromana Pier, the beach, cafes, shops and is located one block back from the IGA store which is part of the Dromana Hub shopping complex.

Although small on stature, we like to think we have one of the best properties on the peninsula which is great value for money in a popular seaside location. The cottage is cosy, clean and comfortable, has great beds and the added bonus of being able to walk to shops, coffee shops and the beach without having to drive and park your car. This all makes for a relaxing and stress free holiday, and the location can't be beaten with wonderful neighbours, in a quiet street location.

Adjacent to Dromana you will find Safety Beach and the mariner, and on the other side Arthurs Seat with a wonderful lookout and views, including the historic Heronswood, with beautiful gardens. The Peninsula spa is a short drive away, as are walking trails, golf, wineries and the local drive in including Rosebud which has a new pool complex which is amazing with a great coffee shop attached. Don't miss this one! It's worth a visit!

Our cottage features open plan living with zoned living areas and includes a kitchen, lounge and dining room with polished timber floorboards throughout. There are two (2) bedrooms with a queen bed in one and two single beds in the other, a laundry, bathroom with single shower, and a seperate toilet. There are also lots of books and magazines for reading at your leisure. Once people stay they are keen to come back, and we really appreciate and value our returning guests.

We encourage guests to bring their own bed linen and towel sets for their stay i.e. you will need top sheet , bottom sheet and pillow cases for each bed and bath towels or they are available for hire for an additional fee of $40.00 per person per stay. All pillows, mattress protectors and doonas/blankets are provided for your stay.

There is plenty of hanging space and hangers for clothes, including storage space for personal items. You will also find a treasure chest full of board games and puzzles to enjoy, and a large wall mounted 42 inch LCD TV. There is a blue ray player with a small DVD library but you are also welcome to bring your own. Please note that we do not have wifi at this time. A Mitsubishi split system provides great air conditioning and heating as required.

The kitchen area has plenty of storage with a full size fridge and freezer, microwave, toaster etc. and a 'Smeg free standing upright stove' with 6 gas burner cooktop. There is quality English china (Queens) and glassware for meals. The laundry includes a washing machine and trough, and a clothes line is located to the rear of the property including outdoor seating . The bathroom has a single shower and separate toilet facilities. You can also enjoy the decking area out the front for a morning breakfast, a relaxing wine in the evening or there is more seating and a table at the rear of the property. The cottage is located on a large block, has a single carport and plenty of room for parking additional cars or a boat on site in the driveway.

Please note check in is after 3.30pm and check out is by 10.30 am..

Just a gentle reminder... please REMEMBER that this property has been established for use by friends, families and couples. We are only interested in GENUINE ENQUIRIES from those who wish to stay. The property is NOT for groups or individuals who wish to make excessive noise during the day or night.
REMEMBER we have a strictly:

NO party policy.
NO smoking,
NO schoolies,
NO student or under 25 group bookings and
NO pets policy.

HOUSE RULES are as follows so PLEASE READ CAREFULLY.

1. Failure to tell us the correct details in relation to your name, address, age, number of guests, age range of guests, and the nature of your booking, will result in immediate termination of your booking with no refund being given.

2. The number of occupants must not exceed four people. Overcrowding will render you liable for immediate termination of the booking and no refund will be given.

3. Sea La Vie does not accept any responsibility for accidents, which may occur to any member or property of a group or guest whilst using our facilities. Consequently please consider travel insurance for your holiday and contact your web service provider.

4. Within reason, all losses, breakages or damage must be reported, replaced, paid for or made good to the satisfaction of the owner.

5. Please respect our neighbours! A quiet period needs to be maintained between the hours of midnight and 7.30am. Excessive noise after midnight will render you liable for immediate termination of the booking with no refund being given.

6. Finally when you leave, we do appreciate it when you leave the cottage clean and tidy! Please remember to clean out the refrigerator and microwave, and give the stove and the benchtops a wipe and remember to place all rubbish in the wheelie bins for collection under the carport. If you wish to sweep the floor we will not say no!!

Finally some local ATTRACTIONS you can drive to include:

Within 5 minutes:

• The Visitor Information Centre. Located just down the road you will find lots of information on where to go, what’s on, what to do in the area and information on free events. It is located on the foreshore at 359B Point Nepean Rd Dromana

• Arthurs Seat with the highest viewpoint on the peninsula for breathtaking views across the bay.

• Arthurs Seat State Park:

• The Enchanted Maze

• Heronswood and the Diggers Seed Club (approx. 2 minutes drive) .

• The local "Dromana Drive In" - where you can see a movie the old fashioned way.

ATTRACTIONS further afield, but still an easy drive away, include:

•Ashcombe Maze

• The Briars at Mt Martha

• McCrae Homestead and Museum

• Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park at Pearcedale.

• Mornington Racecourse Market - second Sunday of the month.



• Portsea (diving , golf, Port Nepean National Park)

Peninsula Hot Springs and Day Spa (approx. 10 minutes by car)The first natural hot
springs and day spa centre in Victoria, with natural flowing mineral waters flowing
into pools and hot baths - an idyllic setting for relaxation and rejuvenation

• Red Hill shops, cafes, wineries, bakery (great rolls and coffee for lunch)

• Red Hill Community Market (1st Saturday of the month)

• Sorrento (shopping, eateries and cinemas and the ferry to Queenscliff by person or by car)

• Wine, food and Farm Gate trail.

Regards,

Linda and Neale.

Property manager

Linda Baron

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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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

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Melbourne

Located near the beach, this cottage is in Dromana, a neighbourhood in Melbourne. Pt Leo Estate Sculpture Park and Manyung Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include The Enchanted Adventure Garden and Redhill Recreation Reserve. Peninsula Stand Up Paddle and Red Hill Cheese are also worth visiting. With scuba diving, snorkelling and power boating nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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Dromana, VIC

What's nearby

  • Dromana Beach - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Rosebud Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Eagle Skylift Arthurs Seat - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • The Enchanted Adventure Garden - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Martha Cove - 10 min drive - 7.5 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne Baxter Station - 20 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 96 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Arthurs Seat Lookout - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Wombat Cafe & Store - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Alatonero - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Two Bays Brewing Co - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Merchant & Maker - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Sea La Vie - Quiet comfortable getaway. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Sea La Vie - Quiet comfortable getaway.?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Sea La Vie - Quiet comfortable getaway.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Sea La Vie - Quiet comfortable getaway. located?

Located in Dromana, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Dromana Beach, Dromana Bushland Reserve and Rosebud Beach. Safety Beach and Bracken Ridge Reserve are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Jack C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great little cottage
Great place to stay, close to the beach and shops. Host was very easy to communicate with, check-in/out was easy.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome!
Great little place for our family vacation. Fantastic location close to the beach and shops. Property was clean and exactly what we expected.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

JILLIAN AND MARK H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Pleasant stay.
Very comfortable, clean and tidy.Great location, park the car and walk to everything you need for a relaxing holiday. Excellent host.
Stayed 11 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bernadette S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute Cottage
The owners went above and beyond to make our stay as comfortable as possible. The location was perfect we didn’t need to use our car as everything we needed was within walking distance.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sophie P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic quiet getaway
What a great little property. It worked so well for us (including our 5yo daughter). Fantastic location. Linda was a brilliant host, very clear and prompt with all communication. We'll be back for another long weekend!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Sandra S.

Great little beach house
We really enjoyed our stay at Sea La Vie, and loved the house it reminded us of beach houses of our childhood - simple, spotless,comfortable and most importantly walking distance from the beach. Linda was a great to communicate with and we will be returning for another break soon.

10/10 Excellent

Mike D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All you need in a great location
Clean and tidy house in a quiet street that was walking distance to everything (e.g. beach, cafe, supermarket etc). The host was excellent to deal with and keen to help however she could. Would return anytime.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathy W., Sydney

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Dromana Delight!
Sea La Vie is set well back from the road, is beautifully furnished, spotlessly clean, extremely comfortable, peaceful and a short walk to the shops, eateries & esplanade. On arriving we were greeted with welcoming gifts of flowers and delicious nibbles.too. We wouldn't hesitate to stay again. Thank you Linda and Neale, you deserve the accolades.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Cheryl F.

Clean, quiet and comfortable
Nice and clean. Quiet area. Bed extremely comfortable. Exactly what we needed for the time between houses. Air conditioner was fabulous on those extremely hot days. Lovely nibbles and fruit awaiting our arrival. Thank you Linda.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Anita S.

Great Location and wonderful host
Cosy holiday home in a great location and value for money. The local IGA has been renovated and is a city it's self. Walking distance to the beach, restaurants, take away and cafes. Also, Linda's Queen bed has to be the most comfortable bed we have slept in. Complimentary inclusion of all the lovely bed linen and towels, made our stay stress free, which meant less things I needed to pack. We brought bikes with us and our young teenagers rode from Dromana to McCrae on their own. After we left the property and got home we realised we had left behind our bike rack tool. I called Linda who happened to be at the property. She located the tool and kindly offered to drop it off within the week. That same evening we happened to be out for dinner and I received a call from Linda. I was surprised to hear she was standing in front of my place to personally return the tool and refund my bond. She was so kind to go out of her way as she couldn't bare the thought of me driving around the city with this bulky bike rack on the back of my car. Linda is the perfect host with the perfect place to go with it. Thank you so much Linda for your kind hospitality and for the welcome gifts of fresh cherries, wine etc. Enjoyed them all.

10/10 Excellent

Simba C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Excellent communication from the property owner. Location is great and close to the beach and restaurants. I would recommend this property for small families like ours.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Antonio C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Close to beach and shops and very quiet street
Fantastic
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kath G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
dromana weekend
Amazing hospitality by the host, fabulous location and perfect for our family
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Harriet C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Stat
The online booking made things very easy, the host was very accommodating to our enquiries and needs. The rental location is excellent, everything within walking distance, also access to Safety Beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrique O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short weekend awat
Neat and compact place. Communication with the owner was outstanding. The location is fab, walking distance to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A nice home in a great location
Very clean, well maintained home with all facilities to accommodate up to four adults. A short walk to a great beach and extensive shopping, dining facilities. All in all, a great place to stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sarah V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Private, cosy and convenient
Close to the beach and shopping/restaurant hub. Cosy and spacious accommodation. Kitchen and bathroom a little dated, but clean and functional. A bit disappointed we had to sweep/vacuum before checkout even though it didn’t appear to have been done by the previous guests. Overall, we enjoyed our stay and also appreciated the snacks! :)
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sea la vie
All good, thanks
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Debra K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet and friendly
This clean, simple yet stylish property was perfect for a quiet time close to beach and shops.
Stayed 11 nights in Nov 2021

8/10 Good

Dorothy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location
Convenient Seaside Cottage
Comfortable cottage very close to the Dromana pier and shops within walking distance. I would have liked WiFi but when the power was off, Linda was very approachable and helpful to us.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

graeme p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
memorable
Very clean, ideal location, was equipped with all essentials in including comfortable beds. Owners were lovely people to deal with
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kenneth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect and relaxing
Awesome little place, very relaxing and comfortable. Everything you need is walking distance beach, shops, restaurants etc.. If your after a party place this is not the place for you but if your after a place to relax and chill in a quiet location then this place is perfect, highly recommended and l will be back for sure.

10/10 Excellent

Jan M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well presented older style house. A good location, close to beach +shops
We enjoyed our short stay and appreciated the little extras the owner left for us. Scrupulously clean for an old home. Well presented +comfortable. Close to beach +shops
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sandra B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Holiday stay
Perfect location, perfect host, great place to stay. Everything you need is provided for in this lovely cosy stay. Great communication with host, adds many personal touches to ensure you are as comfortable as possible. Booked for elderly parents and the attention to detail to accommodate their needs was above and beyond. Highly recommended.
Stayed 14 nights in Feb 2021

8/10 Good

silvana D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
safty hazard couch and chairs on wheels , dishes were dirty in the cupboards
nice old home , close to amenities
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2021

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Hosted by Linda Baron

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