Location Location ! Relax on the deck,walk to SLSC Surf Beach, river or shopping precinct Sorry we do not cater for schoolies or pets.
Walk to patrolled SLSC surf beach (400M)River (200M)Main Street (300M)Golf Course (400M) playground (100M) & Bowling Club (200M) for a excellent meal or cold drink Throw the car keys in the draw & relax, no worries about car spots & traffic. All eateries are within a short walk. SB beach house is in a quiet location in old OG. SB beach house has quality furnishing, fittings & polished floorboards throughout. Lay back on either the north facing large sun deck or out back in the shaded area. The 1 medium size car carport is accessed by 2 roller doors, which gives easy off street access for your car or small boat to this fully fenced secure property. This property is your own hideaway oasis, so you can kick back and truly relax. If action is your thing, a surf, swim or paddle may be in order and them wash off with the outdoor hot shower.
The modern interior of the house, invites you to relax whatever the weather. Large north facing windows allow the sun to stream in during winter while being protected in summer. The fully equipped kitchen incorporates a large oven cook top and family sized refrigerator.
After a hard day at the beach, golf course, shops, bowling club, sit back on one of the plush new leather lounge suites in front of the new large LCD TV & watch sport, movies or a DVD. The reverse cycle air conditioner keeps the temperature comfortable at all times.
Adjourn to the bungalow with its own A/C & TV, so people can have their own space if required. A variety of movies and CDs are available for your entertainment along with a library of books and board games.
Doonas and pillows, all with protectors supplied for all beds (Linen and towels etc are to be provided by guests)
Fully enclosed and private yard with alfresco dining area
For the sailors & infants, the Barwon River is a fantastic safe place to play or swim and is also located just one block down the road.
Bedding configuration Bedroom 1 - queen size bed (Sleeping 2) Bedroom 2 - 1 set of single bunk beds (Sleeping 2) Bedroom 3 - queen size bed (Sleeping 2) Bungalow - tri bunks (double bed on bottom and single bed on top) (Sleeping 3)
Total of sleeping 9 in 6 beds
1 Bathroom - Double shower
Book early to avoid disappointment
7 NIGHT MINIMUM BOOKING
Local Attractions
Just an easy 1 and a half hour from Melbourne, Ocean Grove has everything nearby.
Activities include the patrolled surf beach, surf lessons, whale watching, fishing (400M to boat ramp) Barwon River, kayaking lessons, golf, markets, wineries and just plain doing nothing!
All your shopping needs are covered in Ocean Grove or nearby Barwon Heads. From bakeries, cafes, providores and home ware shops, clothes shops, bookstore, as well as great bars and restaurants. Perhaps a relaxing massage or day spa is your thing. Banks, chemists, supermarkets and medical centres are all within easy reach.
For the golfers there are a range of golf courses within easy reach; Thirteenth Beach Golf Links, Barwon Grove, Barwon Heads, Point Lonsdale, Port Arlington and Queenscliff.
For family fun there is the Adventure Park, steam train rides, indoor swimming pool, mini golf and giant maze, horse riding and much more
Nearby Towns
Queenscliff and Point Lonsdale, Torquay and the Great Ocean Road are just a short drive away.
Queenscliff
Ocean Grove is located 14 kms from the historic sea port of Queenscliff at the mouth of Port Phillip Bay from which you can catch the ferry (45 minutes) to Sorrento and Portsea for a great day out. Ride the famous horse and cart or steam train in Queenscliff for a great family day.
Barwon Heads
Is a short car trip away or an energetic walk. Much of the ABC series Sea Change was shot in Barwon Heads. It offers fishing, great river walks, the Pier Cafe on the jetty and aquatic activities such as swimming and sailing.
Torquay
Surf shop factory outlets, beaches, golf or just having a look around
Apologies pets,schoolies or groups of young people, we do not accommodate these groups, sorry guys.
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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 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 deadlock
About the area
Ocean Grove
Located in Ocean Grove, this holiday home is near theme parks and on a river. Barwon Heads Golf Club and Oakdene Vineyard are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Mill Markets and Westfield Geelong. Travelling with kids? Consider Barwon Bluff Marine Sanctuary and Bellarine Adventure Golf. Scuba diving, snorkelling and windsurfing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.
Lake Connewarre Wildlife Reserve - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
Ocean Grove Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Raffs Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Adventure Park Geelong - 7 min drive - 9.8 km
Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal - 33 min drive - 32.5 km
Getting around
Drysdale Station - 13 min drive
Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 50 min drive
Restaurants
McDonald's - 6 min drive
Groove Cafe - 14 min walk
Beach Terrace Cafe - 11 min walk
Barwon Heads Hotel - 4 min drive
The Mex - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Sandy Bay Beach House - 400M to Beach pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Sandy Bay Beach House - 400M to Beach?
As of 9 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Sandy Bay Beach House - 400M to Beach on 9 May 2026 start from NZ$475, 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 Sandy Bay Beach House - 400M to Beach?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Sandy Bay Beach House - 400M to Beach?
Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Sandy Bay Beach House - 400M to Beach?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Sandy Bay Beach House - 400M to Beach located?
This family-friendly Ocean Grove holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Raffs Beach and Ocean Grove Beach. Barwon Bluff Marine Sanctuary and Frank Ellis Reserve Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Fabulous location - close to the beach, shops, bike tracks and Ocean Grove Bowls Club.My 12 year old son especially liked having the bungalow to himself.The host Rob was very responsive and a pleasure to deal with.We look forward to staying again
This is our second stay here and as with last year we love how close this property is to the beach and shops.The house is comfy and well equipped too!!
laurel m.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 January 2024
Hi Laurel, glade you once again enjoyed you stay. Happy to have you back anytime! Rob
This is the second stay for our family. Robert is a fantastic host with great communication.
The house is clean and homely with plenty of space indoors and great outdoors seating areas. The location is awesome, walking distance to the beach , river and shops.
I would highly recommend a stay here.
Great property close to beach river and shops,location a big highlight for us!Comfortable space outdoor shower great especially as it had hot water.Everything there we needed.Had a lovely week with plenty of beach time and reading on the comfy couch!!
Nice stay. Place is cosy but Rob is a delightful host who presented it tidy and clean. The outdoor spaces are very usable so that provides extra space. I wouldn’t try to squeeze 9 adults into the house, and even though we were worried about 5 adults and 4 kids in a smallish space, it worked fairly comfortably without feeling too cramped, largely due to the outdoor areas.Walking distance to beach was very doable even with small kids, which was excellent on busy beach days where car parks are hard to find.Rob’s communication was prompt and clear, which we were very grateful for.If we were to ask for one thing it would be the addition of wifi, which isn’t installed, but as Rob correctly explains the simplicity of the house is what enables him to keep rates down, which worked well for our group’s preferences in the pricey Xmas holiday season. If you’re looking for a cost effective stay close to ocean grove beach, I would definitely recommend Rob’s beach house.
Comfortable home needing some maintenance. Off street parking was difficult to access with large vehicles and not appropriate for a boat. Only one toilet located in the bathroom which became difficult to navigate at times. A clothes dryer would be handy in cooler weather. Overall a great stay.
What a fantastic place to stay.So comfortable with Japanese theme.Great location , walk to beach , river , shops. Two outdoor areas to have dinner and a drink. I would highly recommend a stay here.
Andrew N.
Stayed 15 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2023
Thanks Andrew for the review and also looking after the property during your stay. You are welcome back any time. Rob
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay
Great house and space
Great location… easy walk to beach and main street…Really private and quiet street
Look forward to staying again
Great hosts and great communication cheers
Delightful cottage in excellent Ocean Grove location
Delightful, well appointed cottage just a short walk from the river, the surf beach and the Ocean Grove shops. Perfect spot for a relaxing beachside holiday. North facing deck captured the sun and was ideal for long lunches, evening drinks and relaxing with a book. Attractively decorated house had everything needed for stress free holiday.
Great beach holiday. Awesome location . Bungalow great for teens and front deck was so lovely in afternoon sun. Great communication from Rob. Loved it.
Janine P.
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2021
Archival
2/10 Terrible
STACEY M.
1 January 2017
Incorrect availability
Property showing available when in fact in was not available. No contact, I had to call and sms to confirm after the 24 hours that in fact the property wasn't available and we wouldn't be charged.
STACEY M.
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2023
The stayz booking system was changed around that time and was very clunky and a bit hard to drive for non tech savvy operators.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
12 October 2010
"We were very impressed with 'Sandy Bay' holiday rental.The location is perfectly situated within wa
"We were very impressed with 'Sandy Bay' holiday rental.The location is perfectly situated within walking distance to all amenities and local beaches (the car stayed at home!!!).The house is very well decked out, and very kid friendly.We found the owners very easy to deal with, and the rates were very competitive.We will return, and would not hesitate to recommend 'Sandy Bay' to our friends and relatives."