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Holiday House with real Holiday Charme in Smiths Beach

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Exterior
Exterior
Terrace/patio
Living area
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor barbecue

Explore the area

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Smiths Beach, VIC
  • Place, Smiths Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, YCW Beach
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, A Maze'N Things
    ‪4 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

4 Single Bunk Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Bathtub or shower · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Holiday House with real Holiday Charme in Smiths Beach

This property is in one of the best locations at Smiths Beach. It is walking distance to both the general store and Smiths Beach. The beach is both suitable for children or the serious surfer and is patrolled from late December to Easter.

The house has a large balcony which has a nice view including a glimpse of the ocean. The 3 bedroom house (incl. a large games rumpus room) sleeps 6-8 people with 2 queen sized beds, two sets of bunks in the rumpus room, and 1 couch. The Living Area has a Smart TV where you can log on to your Streaming Services. The rumpus room has a TV and a DVD player.

Free Wifi is available.

Access to the House is provided with an electronic key lock so that guests don't have to worry about carrying keys around when going to the beach or exploring the
Island.
There is a large, fully equipped modern kitchen, 2 bathrooms, laundry with washing machine, large outdoor deck, BBQ & outdoor setting. Harry's house has split system cooling/heating units in the living area and in all bedrooms (including rumpus). The grounds provide ample room for cars & a boat.

The house at this fantastic location is ideal for a family holiday. Enjoy sitting back from the lounge or on the large deck area, watching the magnificent views, whilst the kids enjoy themselves playing table tennis or table fussball in the rumpus room, basketball on the sheltered court in the front yard, or a game of soccer in the backyard.

Smiths Beach is close to the Grand Prix Circuit (incl. Go-Karts), Penguin Parade, Nobbies, Winery, Golf Club, Cape Woolamai Surf Beach, Wild life parks, Koala park, boat launches & all the other attractions the Island has to offer.

The house is available for weekends or weekly all year round.

Stays from 2-3 nights onwards can be arranged. In busy holiday periods 3-4 nights will be a minimum.

Prices listed are indicative and do not include costs for linen and towels. Please submit an enquiry for exact pricing. Linen can be provided at small extra costs. Sorry, towels we can’t provide.


Close By...

Five minute walk to spectacular Smiths Beach popular for Surfing and Boogie Boarding. Two minute walk to the local general store and surf shop which also offers a variety of surf lessons.


Local Features

Penguin Parade, Koala Sanctuary, Wildlife Park, Seal Rocks, local wineries, Australian Motorbike Grand Prix Circuit with stunning Go-Kart track, Super Bikes and V8 Super cars, Golf, A Maze'N'Things Adventure Park (with Minigolf, Maze, SkyTrail), Churchill Island, French Island, Surfing, Fishing and other water sports, walking and cycling paths around Cowes.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 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

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Please leave the house in same state you find it.
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
We would appreciate if you treated the house with a lot of respect as if it were yours and left it in a similar state as you will find it.
Please be mindful of neighbours and dial down noise levels at night.
Check-in and Check-out times are indicative. Please reach out for individual arrangements for your stay.

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 and a first aid kit

About the area

Smiths Beach

Located in Smiths Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. A Maze'N Things and Purple Hen Winery are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Churchill Island Marine National Park and Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit. Travelling with kids? Consider Phillip Island Wildlife Park and Phillip Island Leisure Centre. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Smiths Beach, VIC

What's nearby

  • Smiths Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • YCW Beach - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • A Maze'N Things - 4 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit - 6 min drive - 4.2 km
  • Penguin Parade - 11 min drive - 13.6 km

Getting around

  • Tyabb Station - 70 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 137 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pino's Trattoria - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Chapel Lane - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Tides of Rhyll - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪SAYANG - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Silverleaves Store - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Holiday House with real Holiday Charme in Smiths Beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at Holiday House with real Holiday Charme in Smiths Beach?

As of 11 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Holiday House with real Holiday Charme in Smiths Beach on 19 January 2027 start from NZ$689, 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 Holiday House with real Holiday Charme in Smiths Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Holiday House with real Holiday Charme in Smiths Beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Holiday House with real Holiday Charme in Smiths Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Holiday House with real Holiday Charme in Smiths Beach located?

This family-friendly Smiths Beach holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Smiths Beach and YCW Beach. A Maze'N Things and Churchill Island Marine National Park are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 66 out of 77 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 77 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 77 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 77 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 77 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

clare M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful hosts, a perfect house. Very comfortable.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 January 2026
Thanks Clare, appreciate the kind words. Thanks for staying at our house. And thanks for being such wonderful guests! Best Regards, Jochen & Simone
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Easy walk to Motogp circuit, very enjoyable weekend with old mates.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 October 2025
Thanks Richard, for the kind words and also for being a great guest.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kate D.

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

Great location

Great stay, great location. Excellent communication throughout the process
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Primrose L.

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

Great accommodation and location

Well appointed and comfortable with great communication from property managers.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melissa W.

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

Lovely family getaway

Beautiful holiday house walking distance to beach and general store. Perfect for family getaway with lots of table tennis tournaments and board games enjoyed by all
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

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

Dog beach hloiday

An excellent house in an ideal location. The property was really well maintained and very dog friendly
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Dominic M.

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

Ideal for the family with a dog.

Lovely property is a nice location. Well maintained and dog friendly which is wonderful.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hermann R.

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

Great place to stay. Close to beach. Lots of beds fir the grandkids.

Communication was great. Loved our time here. Lots for kids to do. Wonderfully close surf beach.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

an absolute delight to stay, so close to the best beach as well as all amenities , provided great vi

an absolute delight to stay, so close to the best beach as well as all amenities , provided great views from the top floor. a most enjoyable stay and will definitely be back. virginia and family
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew Y.

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

Great place for people and pooches

Great location close to the beach and well appointed house with everything you need for a self-sufficient stay. Great place for the dog to stay - plenty of enclosed back yard. Hosts are great with communication and help to make it a great experience.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bianca M.

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

Great beach house that is pet friendly

The family all enjoyed our stay at this property. Kids loved the large games room and the dog loved the big sized yard. Lovely view out the back and great location so close to the beach. Would love to come back and stay during the summer time too!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

clare M.

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

Wonderful holiday home in fabulous location.

We have nothing but good things to say about this stay. The communication and flexibility was excellent, the house was excellently kitted out for adults, kids and dogs alike, it was extremely clean and comfortable. We will be back.
Stayed 9 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

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

Jess and family

We loved the house. Kids enjoyed the games room. Very comfortable house in a great area.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily T.

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

Best location!

Clean & tidy house with all the amenities needed. Huge selection of board games we enjoyed thoroughly. In such a great location, 5 minute walk to the beach, couldn’t ask for a better place to stay.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adelinda B.

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

Hooray for Harry’s House

Perfect house in a perfect location. Lucked out with great beach weather for our 3 day long weekend. Highly recommend for families, friends and fur babies.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shaana L.

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

Beautiful home - kids had so much fun!

We stayed for three nights in Winter. The house was as listed and the games room was awesome for the kids! We loved it here and are looking forward to coming back!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

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

Best spot for a Moto gp stay.

Great spot for the Motogp and a lovely beach.Plenty of room and activities. A smart tv upgrade would be cool. Thanks to the owners for a pleasant experience overall.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Meryl W.

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

Time out

We had a lovely 5 day stay . House was perfect, we had everything we needed. Great location, walk to cafe and beach. Nice quiet area , can hear the waves crashing. We were able to take our dog, he loved it too.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 20 September 2024
Thank you for the kind words Meryl. And also thank you for treating our house with a lot of respect and leave it in a remarkable state. That is much appreciated. Ps: great to hear that your dog had a good time too :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fran L.

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

Great stay in Philip Island

We had such a wonderful time staying here during our trip to Phillip Island! The location was perfect—close to the Penguin Parade, Smiths Beach, and so many other attractions. The accommodation was spotless and had fantastic facilities that made our stay incredibly comfortable.Our kids absolutely loved the activities available, which kept them entertained the whole time. From the moment we arrived, the owners were friendly and easy to deal with, making everything stress-free. Overall, it was a perfect family getaway, highly recommend!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny G.

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

Great position

Manager very approachable
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 15 November 2020
Thanks Jenny, glad you had a good time.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brenton W.

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

Great Place

Very nice house Very clean, had everything. Great location, heaps to do with the kids Host was very kind & easy to deal with. Games, basketball, foosball & beach.... What more could you ask for ?? Highly reccomended
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 17 December 2022
Thanks for the kind words and the positive feedback. Just wondering if the 1 star rating maybe was a misunderstanding and could have been at the other end of the scale? :) Thanks for helping us to get the rating corrected. Much appreciated!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Debra J.

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

Very Happy At Harry’s House

Jochen excellent host , communication easy . everyone enjoyed even Henri our dog .So close to all your needs & Great Holiday spot Harry’s had everything you could ask for & more Deb J
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phyllis S.

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

Great choice

Harry's House is a great property and in a wonderful location. It's spacious and caters for everyone, kids and adults of all ages, it really is home away from home. We had such a great time! Smith's Beach is less than a 10 minute walk.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 1 October 2023
Thanks Phyllis for the kind words, and also for really treating the house like your home :)
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony S.

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

Superb location and a sensationally comfortable stay

A delightfully warm family home with a more than ample supply of offerings from kitchen to bedding to entertainment. A clean home with generously spacious living areas for cooking, entertainment and generally just lounging about. We loved that it was so well appointed there was little need for us to leave. We were more than happy to just stay and relax and venture out to the lovely Smith's Beach, being only a few minutes walk.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Melanie B.

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

Something for everyone

We loved our family holiday! Plenty for the kids to do at Philip Island and also at the house. A short walk to the beach for a surf. The corner shop was so convenient for takeaway meals, coffee and ice creams. The house was well appointed and it was great to have a break from wifi
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jochen

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Originally from Germany, we migrated to Australia in 2003. The plan was to stay for 2-3 years. But... places like Smiths Beach quickly convinced us that there is probably no better place to be than Australia. Smiths Beach quickly caught our absolute love and attention and when the golden opportunity came about to purchase Harry's House we really couldn't hesitate or resist for too long. Ever since, the house has not only hosted our family for many holidays and quiet weekends away. It is fair to say that it has made many families happy over the years; with many of them returning year after year.

Why they chose this property

Spending many summer days at Smiths Beach we fell in love with the ideal mix of being a safe beach whilst providing good waves for surfing and boogie boarding. This combined with amazing views, especially at sunset; but not to forget the quiet "Island / Holiday Charme" that Smiths Beach continues to offer.

What makes this property unique

Why does Harry's House stand out from the rest? This is probably an answer to be provided by its many happy tenants over the years.

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