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The BEST location! Multi-family stay Rye bay beach and shops 5min walk

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Free WiFi
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Rye, VIC
  • Rye Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Alba Thermal Springs and Spa
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Peninsula Hot Springs
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Geelong, VIC (GEX)
    ‪133 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 12)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds and 1 Single Bunk Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bunk Bed and 2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Ensuite back bedroom

Toilet · Shower only

Ensuite front bedroom

Toilet · Shower only

Family bathroom

Bathtub · Shower only

Separate toilet

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

The BEST location! Multi-family stay Rye bay beach and shops 5min walk


Simply the BEST location and the property has just about everything you need for an amazing coastal stay.

Families and quiet friendship groups love this spacious property with lots of activities and facilities for all ages!

Once you've arrived, just park the car and walk to the beach and shops. Such a great location and a very well equipped property!

Perfect for an extended family or 2 families to share, this property has everything you need for an enjoyable and memorable stay. Sun House by the Bay is a well equipped, modern style beach house. In short, this is a fabulous family beach house which is sure to tick all your boxes for a wonderful and relaxing coastal getaway. So many amenities and activities available. With ducted heating/cooling and central location, its the perfect spot for your Mornington Peninsula getaway no matter what time of year it is!

The shops and cafes of Rye are easily accessible by foot. While close to everything you need, its removed enough from the hustle and bustle to offer a peaceful stay for your family. The bay beach is just 500m from the house with no slopes!

On arrival you are greeted by the sight of the beautiful landscaped garden, spacious drive and large garage. In the garage there is a table tennis table for your use as well as a couple of bikes (we do try to keep these in working order, but occasionally they get punctures!).

On entering the property, you'll find a long, wide, well lit corridor. Immediately on the left is the first queen bedroom. Complete with a TV, walk in robe and ensuite with shower, basin and toilet, this is a fabulous room. The shuttered windows look out onto the beautiful landscaped front garden.

Heading down the corridor from the front queen bedroom, you will find the property guide, guest book and wifi instructions on the hall table.

A little further on, the corridor opens into the large and spacious open plan kitchen/living area. There are floor to ceiling windows throughout this lovely room so it is flooded with light all year round.

The state of the art kitchen will please any cook. All the appliances are stainless steel and it is very well equipped; truly a cooks delight!

The inside dining room seats 8 and there is also a breakfast bar at the kitchen bench.

The huge living room overlooks the decks and basket ball court. There is a wall mounted flat screen TV with DVD.

Moving outside, you'll find a superb outdoor undercover entertaining area which includes an outdoor kitchen with mains gas BBQ.

The alfresco meals area is perfect for dining in any weather. The covered deck offers shelter and there are fans to keep you cool on hot summer days. Plenty of seating is available on the deck. Enjoy a long lazy lunch while watching the kinds play basketball on the inground basketball court!

The "Goalrilla" in-ground basketball court was installed in 2021. It is the #1 brand in the USA and Australia with state of the art synthetic turf which is a fabulous addition and the only one in the area! Please don't walk on it in spikey or high heeled shoes though.
We’ve recently added a trampoline too!
Off the kitchen area there is another doorway through to another corridor with access from this to the 2 bunk rooms, laundry, family bathroom and separate toilet

The 2 bunk rooms both sleep up to four people each. There is a set of bunks, a single bed and a roll out single trundle bed in each of these rooms. There is one room at each end of the corridor with the bathroom, toilet and laundry between them. PLEASE NOTE; the top bunks are NOT rated for adults to sleep on and as such are only suitable for people under 60kg.
The family bathroom has a bath, separate shower and basin. The toilet is next to the bathroom.

From the laundry there is access to the side of the house where you will find a washing line.

Off the lounge area, you'll find a very spacious queen bedroom. Complete with a TV, built in robes and an ensuite with a shower, basin and toilet.

Both front and back gardens are child friendly as they are fully fenced, please note however that pets are NOT allowed.

We supply linen and towels for all guests, but you will need to bring your beach towels with you..

Strictly NO Schoolies or end of year School/Uni bookings allowed under any circumstances.

While primarily a family property, we will consider quiet respectful friendship groups where most of the guests are over the age of 25.

While we have not had any issues with our lovely guests, we are required by local laws to make you aware of some local rules that apply to all short term rentals on the Mornington Peninsula, these include:
- No parties, gatherings or events.
- No loud or aggressive behaviour.
- Guests must only park onsite.
- Outdoor areas cannot be used between 11pm and 7am
- Neighbours have the right to call the property manager if they feel any of the rules are being broken or guests behaviour is impacting them, to which the property manager must respond immediately.
- Failure to comply with the local shire rules will result in termination of the rental agreement, the bond will be claimed in full and guests will be charged for any fines incurred as a result of the illegal activity. (These can be anything from $600+!)

Any Schoolies or Uni bookings will required to leave immediately.

Property manager

Esther Gustafson
Premier Host

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
All guests must adhere to local short stay laws. Adding guests after booking is by approval only. All guests over the age of 18 must supply photo ID.
No parties/events/celebrations Loud noise prohibited at all celebrations Music can only be background level Top bunks suitable for people under 70kg
Strictly NO school/uni aged groups. No adult groups where most are under 26 years of age.

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

About the area

Melbourne

Located on the waterfront, this holiday home is in Rye, a neighbourhood in Melbourne. Quarantine Station and Queenscliff Harbour Observation Tower are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Peninsula Hot Springs and The Dunes Golf Links. Travelling with kids? Consider Boneo Maze & Wetlands Centre and Peninsula Stand Up Paddle. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Rye, VIC

What's nearby

  • Rye Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Alba Thermal Springs and Spa - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Peninsula Hot Springs - 7 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Mornington Peninsula Visitor Information Centre & Regional Booking Service - 7 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Sorrento Front Beach - 13 min drive - 9.2 km

Getting around

  • Moorooduc Station - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Alba Thermal Springs and Spa - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Peninsula Pantry - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hunter Cafe - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Spa Dreaming Centre Dining Room - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The BEST location! Multi-family stay Rye bay beach and shops 5min walk pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The BEST location! Multi-family stay Rye bay beach and shops 5min walk?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The BEST location! Multi-family stay Rye bay beach and shops 5min walk?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The BEST location! Multi-family stay Rye bay beach and shops 5min walk located?

This family-friendly Melbourne holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Rye Beach and Rosebud Beach. Tootgarook Wetlands and The Dunes Golf Links are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 21 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

8/10 Good

Angela M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Improvement
Vents for evaporative cooler needs cleaning, especially the kitchen, light globes were blown, in most rooms and needing of replacement, mattresses on single beds need replacing as they were very uncomfortable and the spring were diging iinto our back
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gayle M.

Family wedding accommodation
Great, early check in and late check out excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Glenda F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic home
Relaxing holiday.
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liam K.

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great spot!
Great house in really great location. Clean, spacious, and loved the basketball ring and table tennis table.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jean M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rye holiday
Great property for 2 families. Teens enjoyed the table tennis table, trampoline and basketball court. Short walk to beach. Spacious home with pantry staples included to get started which we loved. The beds were super comfortable. I'd happily return.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

paul h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely place
Well presented as per advertisements. Owners were very helpful to deal with. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Oznur O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Extended family weekend away
Stayed at the property with two families and grand parents. Was very clean, spacious and comfortable. Had lots of activities to keep the kids entertained. Location was perfect. Not near main roads and only a short stroll to the beach and shops. Highly recommended 👌
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family house
We had a wonderful time away at this spacious family home in Rye. It had all the amenities + the fun of a great basketball area and ping pong table. So close to access everything the peninsula has to offer, a great getaway!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Randa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
We had a wonderful stay at the house in Rye. The location was fantastic, close to local attractions and just a short walk to the beach. The house itself was tidy and well-maintained, making it a comfortable retreat after a day of exploring. Overall, our experience was very positive, and we would definitely recommend it to others looking for a relaxing getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sue P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic family getaway
Can’t thank the hosts enough, The house was everything we expected and more. We made some awesome family memories there would definitely go back again Thanks Sue and family
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sharyn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic house
We had an amazing stay here with the whole family. House was great fully equipped with everything you would need for a stay. Adults teens and littlies were entertained with the bball court and trampoline. Host was great in communicating with us. I would highly recommend this house.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mandy N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great accomodation
Ideal for broad range of family members
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Narrelle P.

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely and bright
We had a great stay. The house was clean and had lots of lovely light. The backyard was perfect for the kids who enjoyed the basketball court. The kitchen had everything you’d ever need, no shortcuts here. It was lovely to cook in and the plates etc were of a high quality. Bathrooms were also great. Kids beds were uncomfortable, but other than that everything was great and we enjoyed our stay. Nice location.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Socrates K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house
Lovely large house, clean and well maintained (feels new) and very spacious. Fully equipped kitchen, nice new bathroom towels and bedding. Perfect for 2 families with kids, though 7 adults enjoyed just as much!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kylie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house
Owners were great to communicate with, very clean everything you could need. Fantastic for a family. Close to everything.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Natasha M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Family Weekend Away!
We were very impressed by this house, very spacious for families, very accomodating to kids & great location! Would definitely be booking this house again, we had the most wonderful time!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic House
Loved our stay over Easter. The property had everything we could need and the host was very friendly and accommodating. Honestly a great house for an extended family getaway. Loved it and could quite easily have stayed longer.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tina G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Summer vibes
Beautiful place to stay, spacious, clean and well equipped. Short distance to the beach and shops. Would highly recommend to everyone. A really relaxing holiday with everything you need to unwind and enjoy.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Scott H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean & well presented. Xlnt facilities, centrally located for enjoying the entire peninsula.
Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Luke F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great Location!
Wonderful house to spend two weeks on a family trip to Australia. Walking distance to the beach shops. Communication with the host was fantastic.
Stayed 15 nights in Dec 2024

About the host

Hosted by Esther Gustafson

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Mum of 4 adult kids. Love to take my family to special holiday rentals to create beautiful memories.
With over10 years in the holiday rental management, I specialise premium family properties on the Mornington Peninsula.

Why they chose this property

Location Location Location! Can't ask for a better spot to base yourself. Walking distance to all the Rye attractions - Bay beach, cafes, shops and restaurants.
Easy driving access to Hot Springs, Portsea and Sorrento.
Great spacious family friendly property with so much to do for all the family

What makes this property unique

Close to everything in Rye!
Easy driving to all other Peninsula attractions.
Amazing facilities for all ages
All you need for your whole family!

Premier Host

They consistently provide great experiences for their guests