Linen and towels now included for all existing and new bookings. The Sea Shells Beach House is located walking distance from the beach, Dawn Cafe and the Ocean Grove Hotel Bistro. The beach is 400 meters away at the end of the street. Dawn Cafe has outside tables with water bowls for your furry friend and excellent coffee. A lot of customers comment on how great the cafe is. The Ocean Grove Hotel is also walking distance and includes a family bistro with large outside area which is great for summer.
The house is a very comfortable 3 bedroom home that sleeps 8 people (maximum 6 adults or a combination of adults and children making up 8 people). The house includes an undercover outdoor entertaining area with a full size BBQ, a spa bath in the bathroom and a wood fired heater for those cold wintery nights. A reverse cycle air conditioner is great for the warmer weather, and heats in the winter. The queen bedrooms are fitted with ceiling fans above the beds.
Free unlimited internet access with Fetch TV and Netflix(in main bedroom as well as in lounge room). The lounge room includes 3 comfortable leather couches, a large flat screen LED TV, Blu Ray/DVD player and an mp3 compatible stereo. One Queen bedroom also includes a large smart TV and Blu Ray player so the kids can watch DVD's in the bedroom while the adults relax in front of the fire. The fully equipped kitchen is a very generous size and includes a dishwasher.
The property has undercover parking and a very secure yard for children or pets. The front of the property has a high fence with gates, so children or pets are able to safely roam right around the property. For the kids there are toys and books in the bunk room, and in the backyard there is a good quality swing set, and wooden cubby house set up with table and chairs and a play kitchen. For those with babies there is a porta cot, quilt for play time on the floor, a bouncer, a baby bath and a change mat.
Ocean Grove shops (including shoes, homewares and ladies fashion shops) cafes, large supermarkets and the main patrolled beach are a short drive away. For those who enjoy a hit of golf, there are 7 quality courses within half an hours drive.
Apologies but we do not accommodate schoolies groups.
Sleeping Arrangements
All three bedrooms are very large and have plenty of room for suitcases and other items such as toys or porta cots. There are two Queen bedrooms and one large bunk bedroom with two bunk beds (bunk room sleeps 4). All bedrooms include oil fin heaters for the chilly nights, and fans for the warmer nights.
Beds are supplied with a mattress protector, uncovered doona's, protected uncovered pillows and an extra blanket. You can choose to bring your own sheets, doona covers and pillow cases, or we can make up the beds with our linen for $50 per QB and $30 per SB.
Local Attractions
- Surfing/Kayaking/Stand-up Paddle Boards - lessons & hire - Golf - within half an hours drive of 13th Beach Golf Links, Barwon Grove, Barwon Heads, Point Lonsdale, Port Arlington, Portsea and Queenscliffe Golf clubs. - Mini golf (one of the best in Victoria) - A Maze'n'Games - Family Adventure Park (waterslide, go-karts, jumping castles, flying fox etc) - 15 mins drive away - Fishing - Horse riding - Vineyards & Wineries - Nature reserve walking tracks & bird watching - Queenscliff/Sorento Ferry - Markets - Doorway to a drive down the Great Ocean Road
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The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights and lock the doors
Bin night is Sunday night. If you are staying on a Sunday night it is incumbent on you to place the bins on the front curb or you may incur a rubbish removal fee.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Apologies but no schoolies or groups of young people
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
This property uses solar energy
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 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
Ocean Grove
Located in Ocean Grove, this holiday home is near a water park and near the beach. Fort Queenscliff Museum and Queenscliff Maritime Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Pilots' Cottages and Queenscliff Hotel. Travelling with kids? Consider Barwon Bluff Marine Sanctuary and Bellarine Adventure Golf. Scuba diving and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.
Point Impossible Nudist Beach - 32 min drive - 35.0 km
Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal - 35 min drive - 35.8 km
Bell's Beach - 38 min drive - 48.2 km
Getting around
Drysdale Station - 11 min drive
Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 55 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 5 min drive
Groove Cafe - 5 min drive
Beach Terrace Cafe - 3 min drive
Barwon Heads Hotel - 8 min drive
Starfish Bakery - 8 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Coastal Escape 400m to Beach,Café & Pub | Pet-Friendly | Spa & Netflix pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Coastal Escape 400m to Beach,Café & Pub | Pet-Friendly | Spa & Netflix?
As of 27 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Coastal Escape 400m to Beach,Café & Pub | Pet-Friendly | Spa & Netflix on 5 July 2026 start from NZ$224, 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 Coastal Escape 400m to Beach,Café & Pub | Pet-Friendly | Spa & Netflix?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Coastal Escape 400m to Beach,Café & Pub | Pet-Friendly | Spa & Netflix?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Coastal Escape 400m to Beach,Café & Pub | Pet-Friendly | Spa & Netflix?
Checkout is at 11:00 AM.
Where is Coastal Escape 400m to Beach,Café & Pub | Pet-Friendly | Spa & Netflix located?
This family-friendly Ocean Grove holiday home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Ocean Grove Beach and Lonsdale Lakes Wildlife Reserve. Ocean Grove Education Area and Raffs Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Perfectly situated for guests & pets. Everything you need is at hand at the property as wellnas surrounding cafes & dog beaches. Very clean & comfortable. Host is so accommodating & communication is fantastic. I really can't fault. Definitely our home away from home
We really enjoyed our stay. Close to nice walks along the beach and the wonderful dawn cafe. It is an 8 minute drive from town (or an easy bike ride). The host was extremely responsive and communication was exceptional.
This house was perfect for my family. Grandchildren loved the swings and cubby house. There were lots of toys and books to keep them entertained.The lounge, kitchen and dining areas were spacious. We loved being able to have a fire one cold night. Beds were comfortable. The location was good - easy walk to 7W beach and Dawn Cafe. We would definitely visit again. Thanks Fiona for ensuring that check in was easy. and letting us know that a late check out was possible.
Very pet friendly, easy walking distance to the dog friendly part of ocean grove beach, very easy communication with the owners and a great, relaxed place to stay. Everything you need is supplied in the kitchen and it was very clean. We hope to be back again
Our stay was perfect for a mini getaway. The kitchen had everything we needed. Everything was easy to look after and keep clean. Beds and bedding were comfy. The weather was not so perfect but we were warm with the reverse cycle heater. It was so nice to have a fire all ready to go too. The house was perfect for our little dog who was happy in the yard and had a wonderful time at the dog beach. Water was drinkable and pressure in the shower lovely. It was so nice to be able to walk to the beach. Fiona was lovely and generous and easy to deal with. Thank you! We would love to stay again sometime.
We had an amazing stay. Great beds, great location and everything we needed from a fully equipped kitchen, great house to relax in and the outdoor area was great. The wood fire all setup ready to go was a great surprise and very appreciated.
Kaz R.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Michelle L.
24 December 2025
Great space, perfect for 3 adults. Bedroom each and a couch each plus a wood heater. Great
A very comfortable house with everything you need for a short or extended stay. A secure yard for your pets, aircon for those hot days and a log fire for winter stays. The house is so comfortable it has you looking at local real estate and thinking this would be a great place to live. Walking distance to the Ocean Grove Hotel, beach and some wonderful local cafes. Hosts are wonderful and very approachable if anything is required.
This was our first air B&B holiday and everything was exactly how listed on the site. The house had its own wifi and Netflix we used and is perfect for families to ge away from home. My kids said it’s home can we live here Beautiful experience would 10000000% book and stay again
Had a wonderful winter weekend with our dogs and 5 month old daughter. Great walking distance to the beach and a great cafe. Great secure yard for dogs and kids and the wood fire in the house was great for
Really enjoyed our stay here, check in was easy and the house had everything we needed for an enjoyable trip away with our two little ones and the dog. Beach is just at the end of the road and the area has everything you need within a short drive. Will hopefully be back again
We are a family of 5 from Melbourne. We both work in the IT industry and have 3 kids. We try to get to the house every so often, which means we experience the house ourselves and try to ensure that everything required is provided. Prior to buying the house I had a pet hate when I arrived at accommodation to 1 bin liner, enough dishwashing liquid for one lot of dishes and no salt and pepper. Who wants to go and buy this sort of stuff when you first arrive at accommodation??? For this reason I supply those tid bits in the cupboard you never think to bring - salt and pepper, glad wrap, tin foil, olive oil, paper towel, plenty of bin liners, washing powder etc. When packing for the house its always good to know I don't have to worry about these types of things.
Why they chose this property
Growing up my husband and I spent a lot of time in Ocean Grove and Barwon Heads and wanted to share this great location with our own kids. Our 'kids' includes our fur baby - Wilson. He loves the beach walks and gets so excited when we start packing the car that he gets into the car as soon as we open the back and won't get out!! We like the fact our beach house is very relaxing for all of us. No need to stress about the dog or kids wandering out of the driveway (the property is gated), plenty of room for the kids (and dog) to run around and play, and entertainment to keep them busy while we relax. The Ocean Grove beach is beautiful. We spend hours at the beach, then come back for spa and a drink on the deck. We love how the bistro and the cafe are walking distance. It's makes for a more relaxed pace and no deciding who is driving home after dinner.
What makes this property unique
What we love about our house is the spaciousness. It's hard for the photos to do the room sizes justice. We love it's simple design. Little things like the beamed cathedral ceilings in the living areas, and the inset stones in the bathroom floor edging makes it feel different from home. On winter nights sitting on the leather couches and the fire going I seriously struggle to stay awake!!
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