NEW Listing! Just 400m from Bridgewater Bay, Hilltop Cottage is a charming beachside getaway perfect for families and friends. Fully furnished with polished timber floors, it offers three spacious bedrooms – master and second with queen beds, third with two singles – plus a sunken bath ideal for young children.
The open-plan living space features a cosy wood heater for winter and split-system A/C for summer. The timber kitchen flows to a covered deck and secure garden, perfect for outdoor meals, play, or relaxing in the sun.
Set on a large, level allotment in a quiet street, Hilltop Cottage is your gateway to the beach, rock pools, and a relaxed coastal lifestyle. Short breaks or long stays – everyone in the family will love calling this retreat home.
Luxury Inclusions: Kinara wood fire, Sony stereo system, TV Apps (Netflix, Prime and Stan), Reverse cycle cooling/heating in dining/living room, washing machine and dryer, Gas BBQ, 2 x sunlounges.
Bedroom Configuration: Sleeps up to 6 guests across 3 beds (maximum 6 guests). Bedroom and bathroom linen are included with your stay. Spare blankets are provided. Portacot and high chair available on request when booking.
Bedroom 1: Master: 1 x Queen Bed + Robe + Pedestal Fan + Split System A/C and Heating (sleeps 2) Bedroom 2: 1 x Queen Bed + Robe + Pedestal Fan (sleeps 2) Bedroom 3: 2 x Single Beds + Robe + Pedestal Fan (sleeps 2)
Bathroom Configuration: 1 bathroom and 1 powder room Bathroom 1: Family Bathroom: Sunken Bath / Vanity / Shower Separate Toilet
Please note our terms and conditions when booking: i. This property is the perfect venue for families and friends, couples, mothers group weekends and golfing weekends. ii. A bond is required for all stays, which is refunded after the property is checked and there are no damages. iii. This property is not pet friendly. iv. Terms and conditions will be automatically emailed to guests after their reservation is confirmed via email. Please note Holiday Shacks requires all guests to sign and fill out a No Party Policy document as part of our traveller verification process. Your booking is not confirmed until your traveller verification process has been conducted and confirmed by us. All bookings are subject to approval pending Guest verification process - Local council restrictions are in place for this property and compliance is mandatory. Failure to complete the guest verification process within 24 hours of booking may result in automatic cancellation. v. We do not accept schoolies, bucks or hens bookings, nor do we accept parties or events under any circumstances. This is due to strict council regulations enforced by the Mornington Peninsula Shire Council Short Stay Law to which you must agree to when booking with us. We thank you for your understanding.
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Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
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This reservation is not confirmed until guest verification process has been completed. Strict local council regulations apply.
Important information
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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
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Melbourne
Located on the beach, this holiday home is in Blairgowrie, a neighbourhood in Melbourne. Quarantine Station and Queenscliff Hotel are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Peninsula Hot Springs and Searoad Ferry Terminal. Boneo Maze & Wetlands Centre and Peninsula Stand Up Paddle are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and hiking/biking trails.
Mornington Peninsula National Park - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Bridge Water Bay Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Saint Johns Wood Road Beach - 4 min drive - 1.9 km
Rye Beach - 4 min drive - 2.7 km
Blairgowrie Beach - 4 min drive - 2.3 km
Getting around
Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 107 min drive
Restaurants
The Vanilla Slice Cafe Sorrento - 6 min drive
Peninsula Pantry - 4 min drive
Koonya Hotel - 6 min drive
St Paul's Road General Store - 4 min drive
Blue Fin Sushi Bar - 2 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Hilltop Cottage | Beachside Escape with Fireplace pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Hilltop Cottage | Beachside Escape with Fireplace?
As of 13 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Hilltop Cottage | Beachside Escape with Fireplace on 5 June 2026 start from NZ$646, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Hilltop Cottage | Beachside Escape with Fireplace?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Hilltop Cottage | Beachside Escape with Fireplace?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Hilltop Cottage | Beachside Escape with Fireplace?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Hilltop Cottage | Beachside Escape with Fireplace located?
Located in Blairgowrie, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Mornington Peninsula National Park and Bridge Water Bay Beach. Pearce's Beach and Dimmicks Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).
About the host
Hosted by Holiday Shacks Luxury Accommodation
At Holiday Shacks®, our team isn’t just a group of professionals—they’re a family of property experts who treat every home as if it were their own. With experience as property investors, managers, concierge specialists, interior stylists, and unmatched housekeepers, we bring exceptional care, attention to detail, and professionalism to everything we do.
Why they chose this property
Set on a large, level allotment in a quiet street, Hilltop Cottage is your gateway to the beach, rock pools, and a relaxed coastal lifestyle. Short breaks or long stays – everyone in the family will love calling this retreat home.
What makes this property unique
Just 400m from Bridgewater Bay, Hilltop Cottage is a charming beachside getaway perfect for families and friends. Fully furnished with polished timber floors, it offers three spacious bedrooms – master and second with queen beds, third with two singles – plus a sunken bath ideal for young children.
The open-plan living space features a cosy wood heater for winter and split-system A/C for summer. The timber kitchen flows to a covered deck and secure garden, perfect for outdoor meals, play, or relaxing in the sun.