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Cottage by the sea and only an hour and a quarter from Melbourne.

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Property grounds
Beach
Bathroom
Room
Living area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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Curlewis, VIC
  • Place, Baie Wines
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Peninsula Hot Springs
  • Place, Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)
    ‪50 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Cottage by the sea and only an hour and a quarter from Melbourne.

'FLOUNDER FLAT'

Cosy 3 bedroom house on the water with own private beach on the wonderful Bellarine Peninsula.

Bring your tinny for launching from the beach.

Drive down the cutting to an oasis of comfort and relaxation, all mod cons including air conditioning, flat screen TV, DVD player, BBQ and beautiful bathroom and bedrooms.

Curlewis is an unspoilt seaside hamlet with beautiful bird life only an hour and bit drive from Melbourne.

Our cottage provides an ideal retreat from the stress and strain of busy city living. A great relaxed getaway ideally suited to couples and small families.

Our beach is all of a 1 minute walk.

A perfect getaway

Explore everything the Bellarine Peninsula has to offer from our cottage:

Wineries

Restaurants

Golf courses

Fishing

Surf & bay beaches

Markets

Linen and towels can be provided upon request at additional cost.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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
Length of stay. Min stay is two nights. Long weekends a 3 night min. applies. Xmas holidays (mid Dec to end of Jan) requires a minimum 5 night stay.
Cleaning. House is to be left in the same condition as you find it, otherwise a cleaning fee of $120 will be deducted from the bond.
Minimum of 24 hours required on booking request

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 required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Curlewis

Located in Curlewis, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. Old Geelong Gaol and Pilots' Cottages are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Lorne Reserve and Bellarine I110 Bushland Reserve. Adventure Park Geelong and Bellarine Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.
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Curlewis, VIC

What's nearby

  • Baie Wines - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Adventure Park Geelong - 14 min drive - 11.4 km
  • GMHBA Stadium - 26 min drive - 25.3 km
  • Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal - 30 min drive - 30.5 km
  • Bell's Beach - 52 min drive - 64.0 km

Getting around

  • Drysdale Station - 8 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Leopold Sportsmans Club - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Jetty Rd Fish & Chips - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ronniez Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Noble Foods - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage by the sea and only an hour and a quarter from Melbourne. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cottage by the sea and only an hour and a quarter from Melbourne.?

As of 30 March 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cottage by the sea and only an hour and a quarter from Melbourne. on 26 April 2026 start from NZ$306, 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 Cottage by the sea and only an hour and a quarter from Melbourne.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cottage by the sea and only an hour and a quarter from Melbourne.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage by the sea and only an hour and a quarter from Melbourne.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cottage by the sea and only an hour and a quarter from Melbourne. located?

Situated on the beach, this holiday home is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Baie Wines and within 3 miles (5 km) of Leura Park Estate and Lake Lorne Reserve. Curlewis Golf Club is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 104 out of 136 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 26 out of 136 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 136 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 136 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 136 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

8/10 Good

Cate B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Charming, well-equipped cottage, located right on Corio Bay. Very clean, good laundry facilities, and host accessible and very helpful when our daughter was unwell. Can’t recommend highly enough!!!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved the cottage and the views. It had everything we needed for a relaxing stay. We also really appreciated the quiet as we felt like we were in a remote area but only 5 minutes from the centre of Curlewis. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MARK L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stay here. We loved it.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Narelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christine N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect isolation
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Henning K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was fantastic. Even better than in the photos. Tim was a great host, seamless communication. Will consider staying hete again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Charlie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice will be back again
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
well stocked kitchen, games and DVDs.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Ruth T.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was down a very dangerous gravel road and incorrect address was supplied. We could not find the property and are waiting for our refund.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Debbie F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
View excellent but windows needed cleaning. Needed a deep clean and a general tidy up. We didn’t realise there was another dwelling attached to our house. Very quiet area and wasn’t aware if there were residents next door.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Ankur P.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
The place was very cosy with a perfect view. The place needed a thorough clean and also was a bit difficult to locate.The kitchen had all the utensils.Overall a very comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Sally O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, quaint and quintessential. The distance to the beach is glorious. The amenities available ate wonderful. There was limited phone service which i appreciated. My girls haven't spent so much time interacting together since they wereyoung children. Many activities to keep children occupied. Comfortable beds and Tim was wonderful to deal with.
Picture perfect location
Wood heater available
Night view from cabin
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025
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2/10 Terrible

Harry G.

Liked: Check-in
Disliked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

Misleading - Do not recommend

The term ‘Cottage by the Sea’ suggests a charming seaside escape, but what we found was an old and weathered building. Additionally, the lack of privacy due to an adjoining structure was unsettling.While the photos are technically of the property, they are misleading and don’t accurately reflect its true condition. The house had a persistent, unpleasant odor, as if it hadn’t been aired in a long time, which made it uncomfortable to stay indoors.In the end, we chose to stay elsewhere. We would not recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely relaxing comfortable place, well equipped kitchen. Great wood burner to add to cosy atmosphere. The split system worked well too. Beautiful location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katherine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location off grid

Great place to stay off grid but close to good coffee and beaches.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stewart h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Flounder Flats

This property was absolutely beautiful, beach access and great views. It was nice and quiet. I would defiantly stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

JC Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend in Paradise

Away from hustle and bustle. If Peace & quiet is what you seek, this is the place.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alice C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little stay - perfect for local wineries (and wedding!)

We stayed here with our baby and parents and it suited our needs perfectly. Neat and tidy mostly. Comfortable. Well equipped kitchen. Nice yard, quiet. Was great for two night stay for a wedding at Leura park estate.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Emily J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Get away from it all

Beautiful secluded spot yet Woolworths just a few minutes away . Watch the Sprit of Tasmania sail off across the gulf .This place has a very cool seventies vibe ...a beach shack with million dollar views and beach access , my family loved it and enjoyed sitting on the deck looking over the bay on pleasant summer evenings. Tim was very responsive and ensured we had a wonderful stay . We will return . Cheers for hosting us Tim . Emily and Roger
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Carlie S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Serenity

Such a beautiful, relaxing, non touristy place.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Eve W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Beautiful bay views but wouldn’t return

Host easy to communicate with. Beautiful bay views. We made nice memories . Well stocked kitchen in terms of utensils and dishes etc. Long corrugated dirt road in with very steep sharp descent at the end that I wouldn’t want to navigate in the wet. Huge spiders that were very visible. Dirty lounge room couch, rug and blankets that we didn’t feel comfortable using. Shared kitchen/laundry/bathroom wall with neighbours who were lovely but noisy dog and no privacy. Water tanker arrived early on last morning so no sleeping in! Very brackish bay water and beach that was unpleasant up close and house drains were smelly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

8/10 Good

Asiye G.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

The location was fantastic, offering stunning views. The kids enjoyed playing in the front yard and watching rabbits hop by. We would certainly book it again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Serah R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquil and overlooking the water

Not a great swimming spot, but otherwise beautiful views, quiet getaway and not far from other beaches. Friendly hosts.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Lovely Hideaway.

The cottage was clean and very comfortable, providing everything we needed for our waterfront stay. The view across the bay to the You Yangs was amazing and the location was a great base for exploring the area. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit and hope to return soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
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8/10 Good

Anamaria B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The stay was very nice and quiet only the second night was very windy. A little old style but nice

Was a nice stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

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