8/10 Good
Dana B.
15 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dana B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Entire home
Beach 650m, town center 450m. Pet & child friendly backyard with undercover deck
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Reviews
9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedroomsSleeps 7200 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Portarlington, VIC
- Portarlington Waterfront10 min walk
- Portarlington Recreation Reserve14 min walk
- Portarlington Golf Club2 min drive
- Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)55 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)
Bedroom 1
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Queen Bed
Living room 1
1 Single Murphy Bed
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Beach 650m, town center 450m. Pet & child friendly backyard with undercover deck
WINTER SPECIAL - Stay 2 or more nights Sunday to Thursday between 1 May and 19 Sept 2025 and receive a 15% discount on nightly rate, excludes school holidays and long weekends.
This comfortable double brick home stays cool in Summer and warm in Winter, has beautiful wooden floors throughout and is family and pet friendly. The home has three bedrooms and comfortably sleeps 7 people. Master bedroom with BIR - one queen bed. Bedroom 2 - one double bed and one single bed. Bedroom 3 - one queen bed. The modular lounge can sleep an extra person.
Rejuvenated bathroom with separate shower and large cast iron bath.
Rejuvenated kitchen with lots of accessories.
Property features include large north facing merbau deck enclosed by a pergola that provides privacy and comfort no matter what the weather when entertaining or just lounging about.
The indoor dining area has seating for 6, while the undercover outdoor area has seating for 8. There's also an outdoor courtyard with a table and chairs.
Additional features:
Secure fences and child-safe gates, and the huge backyard provides plenty of room for dogs to roam and is visually appealing for children to explore and play.
Recently rejuvenated laundry with smart washing machine and dryer, Elna press and iron/ironing board.
Separate indoor and external toilets.
Split system in lounge. All bedrooms have ceiling fans, portable heaters and electric blankets on each bed.
Modern Webber BBQ that does all types of cooking including roasts and pizzas
Plenty of parking in driveway and lock-up rear yard for boats, trailers and caravans
Large Sony TV and DVD player which plays CDs.
Classic and Australiana video library, magazines, novels, board games for all ages and children's toys
Children’s swing set, large trampoline, hammock, table tennis table, totem tennis etc.
Doggie basket, bowls and a dog kennel.
First aid kit, fire extinquisher, smoke alarms.
Please note: Small to medium dogs are most welcome inside, but please refrain from allowing pets on the furniture or in laundry, toilets or bedrooms. Also please limit smoking to outside.
This comfortable double brick home stays cool in Summer and warm in Winter, has beautiful wooden floors throughout and is family and pet friendly. The home has three bedrooms and comfortably sleeps 7 people. Master bedroom with BIR - one queen bed. Bedroom 2 - one double bed and one single bed. Bedroom 3 - one queen bed. The modular lounge can sleep an extra person.
Rejuvenated bathroom with separate shower and large cast iron bath.
Rejuvenated kitchen with lots of accessories.
Property features include large north facing merbau deck enclosed by a pergola that provides privacy and comfort no matter what the weather when entertaining or just lounging about.
The indoor dining area has seating for 6, while the undercover outdoor area has seating for 8. There's also an outdoor courtyard with a table and chairs.
Additional features:
Secure fences and child-safe gates, and the huge backyard provides plenty of room for dogs to roam and is visually appealing for children to explore and play.
Recently rejuvenated laundry with smart washing machine and dryer, Elna press and iron/ironing board.
Separate indoor and external toilets.
Split system in lounge. All bedrooms have ceiling fans, portable heaters and electric blankets on each bed.
Modern Webber BBQ that does all types of cooking including roasts and pizzas
Plenty of parking in driveway and lock-up rear yard for boats, trailers and caravans
Large Sony TV and DVD player which plays CDs.
Classic and Australiana video library, magazines, novels, board games for all ages and children's toys
Children’s swing set, large trampoline, hammock, table tennis table, totem tennis etc.
Doggie basket, bowls and a dog kennel.
First aid kit, fire extinquisher, smoke alarms.
Please note: Small to medium dogs are most welcome inside, but please refrain from allowing pets on the furniture or in laundry, toilets or bedrooms. Also please limit smoking to outside.
Property manager
Will Fidler
Premier Host
Languages
English
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Amenities
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House Rules
Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Adequate supervision, especially on play equipment
Events
Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Social gatherings welcome, but not loud parties
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Not in laundry, bedrooms, toilets or on furniture
Smoking
Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Ashtrays provided
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 15
Note from host: Social gatherings welcome, but not loud parties
This property uses solar energy
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
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
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
About the area
Portarlington
Portarlington is home to this holiday home. Portarlington Ferry Dock and Portarlington Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Portarlington Flora and Fauna Reserve and Salt Lagoon-St. Leonards Wildlife Reserve. Travelling with kids? Consider Port Phillip Heads Marine National Park and Adventure Park Geelong. Looking to get your feet wet? Jet skiing, kayaking and snorkelling adventures can be found near the property.
Portarlington, VIC
What's nearby
- Portarlington Waterfront - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Portarlington Recreation Reserve - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
- Steely Rocks Beach - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
- Portarlington Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
- St Leonards Beach - 8 min drive - 8.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Drysdale Fish & Chickens - 10 min drive
- Grand Hotel - 7 min walk
- Two Daughters Cafe and Bar - 9 min drive
- Ground Zero Cafe - 10 min drive
- The Fig Tree Store - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
9.8/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.8/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Verified traveller
10 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Verified traveller
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10 Excellent
Natalie T.
18 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Natalie T.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
8/10 Good
Eileen C.
4 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great place with children
Eileen C.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
10/10 Excellent
Cat F.
18 May 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cozy place
Cat F.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
Joannet H.
28 March 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Willis place
Joannet H.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
8/10 Good
Rhonda H.
28 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Portarlington
Rhonda H.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025
8/10 Good
Carla H.
1 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Portarlington staycation
Carla H.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Wendy D.
26 February 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family get-together
Wendy D.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
8/10 Good
Catherine B.
11 August 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location
Catherine B.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
scott g.
26 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Location
scott g.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
8/10 Good
Craig T.
9 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy
Dog friendly
Craig T.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Susan W.
22 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Susan
Susan W.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Leslie T.
3 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Its was great
Leslie T.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
10/10 Excellent
Brendan M.
27 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Brendan M.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
jazzie1401
8 January 2025
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Just what we needed
jazzie1401
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
10/10 Excellent
Amy N.
19 January 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
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Amy N.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mark W.
27 November 2024
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Highly recommended
Mark W.
Stayed 10 nights in Nov 2024
10/10 Excellent
Vonda M.
6 October 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
family time away with friends
Vonda M.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2023
10/10 Excellent
Rowan M.
22 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable, clean and convenient
Rowan M.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10 Excellent
Ron H.
30 November 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Purposeful
Ron H.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ruth W.
7 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A commodious place
Ruth W.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
margaret l.
2 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great family friendly home
margaret l.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Denis Z.
29 September 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Central and great for kids
Denis Z.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Chris M.
8 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely family home!
Chris M.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
About the host
Hosted by Will Fidler
I live with my wife and two daughters 12 and 14 near Ballarat. I grew up in Portarlington in the 70's and 80's, when it was still a small fishing village of about 1200 people. My parents used to let the property out each Summer to holiday makers from Ballarat.
I now work in public health and try to instill these values in how I run this property. I love staying at the house and working in the garden and making improvements.
I now work in public health and try to instill these values in how I run this property. I love staying at the house and working in the garden and making improvements.
Why they chose this property
Everything you need is provided for a nice family friendly holiday.
Huge back yard. secure fences and gates. Native and ornamental garden with lush green lawn attracts birds and creates a cool relaxing setting.
Quiet neighbourhood centrally located close to shops and beach.
Huge back yard. secure fences and gates. Native and ornamental garden with lush green lawn attracts birds and creates a cool relaxing setting.
Quiet neighbourhood centrally located close to shops and beach.
What makes this property unique
One of the few places offering plenty of space to unwind. Peaceful friendly neighborhood. Privacy and security for pets and children play and get lost in the garden.
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