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Mac's Beach House, on Phillip Island Beautiful bay beach plus penguin parade

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Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
Property grounds
Outdoor dining
Living area

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Garage parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Sofa bed

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Mac's Beach House, on Phillip Island Beautiful bay beach plus penguin parade

This recently renovated stylish beach house is only 400 meters or short stroll to the beach, set in a beautiful bush setting surrounded by gum trees. This is a classic retro 1980's beach house, with polished floorboards throughout. The house has a brand new kitchen, extension and two new bathrooms. The kitchen is fitted with everything you need to whip up a gourmet meal, it also has a coffee machine and a dishwasher.

There are three bedrooms, all with queen beds, the mattresses and pilows are good quality so you are sure to have a good nights sleep.

This house is the perfect place to relax with your family or friends. Have a drink on the large deck and watch the sun set. Enjoy watching the possums play at night by the outside fireplace. Observe the birdlife by day in the gum trees. The house has beautiful native gardens, substantial decks with places to sit, read relax and entertain.

The property has all of the comforts that you will need to enjoy your holiday. The Ventnor bay beach is very safe for children, swimming, fishing and kayaking.

Dogs are most welcome at our house we are animal lovers and the property is fully fenced.

There is a large deck, BBQ area, and outdoor settings perfect for entertaining friends. There is also an outdoor fireplace.

Mac's beach house is very central to all of the activities and attractions on Phillip island.

5 minute drive to Cowes, shopping, bars, restaurants and cafes.
5 minute drive to the local surf beaches and
5 minute drive to see the penguin parade
5 minute drive to the Nobbies and blow hole
3 minute drive to the grand prix track
2 minute drive to the Phillip Island Wildlife park
2 minute drive to amaze and things and mini golf
Close to the koala park.

SORRY NO Schoolies.
Absolutely NO SMOKING in side the house
No parties

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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

No parties, no schoolies, no smoking in the house

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

We do not accept cats

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Smoking outside the property on the deck

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:

Load and start the dishwasher

Strip any used beds and gather used towels

Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish

Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys

Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

No dogs on beds, pick up dog poo please.

Absolutely no smoking in the house.

Be respectful of the environment around you. Phillip Island is home to native wildlife, including many bird species, which love our native gardens.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9133702
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
Note from host: No parties, no schoolies, no smoking in the house
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 and a deadlock

About the area

Ventnor

Located in Ventnor, this holiday home is near theme parks and near the beach. National Vietnam Veterans Museum and Pt Leo Estate Sculpture Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Phillip Island Winery and Phillip Island Ferry Dock. Phillip Island Wildlife Park and Phillip Island Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.
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Ventnor, VIC

What's nearby

  • Phillip Island Coastal Reserve - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Ventnor Beach - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Ventnor Bushland Reserve - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Cowes Beach - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit - 8 min drive - 9.1 km

Getting around

  • Baxter Station - 75 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 143 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Chapel Lane - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Isola di Capri - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Nat’s Fish And Chips - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Fisherman's Wharf - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Golden Fry Fish & Chips - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Mac's Beach House, on Phillip Island Beautiful bay beach plus penguin parade pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Mac's Beach House, on Phillip Island Beautiful bay beach plus penguin parade?

As of 27 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Mac's Beach House, on Phillip Island Beautiful bay beach plus penguin parade on 23 March 2027 start from NZ$409, 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 Mac's Beach House, on Phillip Island Beautiful bay beach plus penguin parade?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Mac's Beach House, on Phillip Island Beautiful bay beach plus penguin parade?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Mac's Beach House, on Phillip Island Beautiful bay beach plus penguin parade?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Mac's Beach House, on Phillip Island Beautiful bay beach plus penguin parade located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Ventnor Beach and Phillip Island Coastal Reserve. Ventnor Bushland Reserve and Cowes Beach are also within 2 miles (3 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. 71 out of 85 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 85 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 85 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 85 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 85 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marita R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing house and the hosts were so lovely highly recommended
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
CosyGood yard for dog.Clean bathrooms
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tenneille F.

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

Fantastic location

The house is great, and so close to the beach!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jess W.

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

Beautiful place

Lovely place, plenty of space and close to beach access
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Greg

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
This place was ideal for a Christmas sojourn with our family (min age 30). The house is well stocked with equipment; is very pretty; and is away from the hustle and bustle of Cowes (over Christmas). The hosts have been very understanding (with the dubious connection with VRBO) and very friendly.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kendra

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely little place on a quiet street for a winter getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Brett C.

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

Lovely stay

Perfect place for our family to have some breathing space. Yard was perfect size for dog and the local dog beach excellent.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 21 April 2022
Thanks Brett, glad you and the family were able to have a relaxing break.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pat P.

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

Great Location

Comfortable home with everything provided in a great location close to the beach. Dog friendly.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 March 2024
Thanks Pat, glad you enjoyed your stay with us. We love that the house is so close to the beach too.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Isabelle C.

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

A cosy weekend away

We had the best time, the house was so homely and had everything we needed. The hosts were so lovely and easy to communicate with, we will definitely stay here again next time we’re in Phillip Island.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Bradley N.

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

Perfect for our MotoGP Weekend

Price and location were ideal for our long weekend on the Island for the MotoGP. Would absolutely book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 10 November 2024
Glad you had a great time Brad.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Julia D.

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

Jul

Great stay!
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely comfortable house to relax and unwind at
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kitty V.

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

Amazing stay

We had an amazing time at Macs beachhouse. The host was super easy to communicate with and there were lots of homely touches to the property, lots of really good books to read too. Close to a beautiful swimming beach and the fire pit/ indoor fire was so lovely. Would definitely go back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline M.

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

Delightful Stay

Comfortable and cosy with everything we needed. Tracey and Mac were excellent hosts. Only a text message away if we had any questions. We would not hesitate to stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 August 2023
Thanks Jackie for your kind words. Glad you had a lovely stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tu N.

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

Fantastic long weekend at Mac’s beach house!

A lovely house, very cosy and well equipped, and perfectly located. The boys played in the garden and enjoyed the board games too. We would love to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 March 2020
Thanks Tu and family, so pleased your boys enjoyed the property and the games. Please do come again - it’s really amazing in summer out on the decks with the kids running around the gardens and of course, the beach is so close. Regards Tracey and Mac
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Yarran B.

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

Perfect

Beautiful property, great location & short walk to beach, easy drive to shops. The house was clean, comfortable and fully equipped. Our dogs loved the backyard, and we can’t wait to visit again! Thank you for a lovely stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Justine M.

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

Beach Stay

Great location and property. Took our dogs and was very secure and safe for them. Beach at the end of the street. Had to contact owners a few times and they were great at getting back to me in a timely manner. We will be back to stay
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 21 March 2020
Justine and family, Thank you for your kind words, we enjoyed hosting your family very much and glad you enjoyed your stay, please return again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Annie O.

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

We’ll be back!

We loved our stay at Tracey and Mac’s! Our son loved the fire pit and it was so great being able to have our dog stay. We loved the location and Tracey was very quick to answer any questions we had. We will certainly be back :)
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 August 2023
Thanks Annie for your review. We'll look forward to hosting you again soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kasey F.

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

Serenity

A beautiful, cosy home in a great location. Just a few minutes walk to a quiet beach, a lovely garden to sit in and enjoy the sounds of nature. My dog loved sniffing around the garden :) Its a great place for a relaxing holiday
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 January 2022
Thanks Kasey, our dogs love all the smells as well. Glad you had a great stay.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachael S.

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

Weekend Away

This was a home away from a home! Beautiful, clean house with a short stroll to the beach. We all loved this house and so did our dog Daisy. We will love to stay here again soon. :)
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 29 January 2022
Many thanks Daisy.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Shannon B.

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

Wonderful break in Phillip Island

We had a wonderful time. The property was just as described and our dog Elliott was very safe in the secure yard and it was just a short walk to the dog beach which was great. The owner of the property responded to queries very quickly and was lovely to deal with. Definitely recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 25 December 2022
Thanks Shannon, so pleased you had a great time. Mac and Tracey
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan B.

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

Wonderful Beach Stay

We had a wonderful stay. The place felt like home. It was clean and had everything we needed to feel comfortable. Tracey and Mac were very hospitable and were easily accessible if needed. It was a quick drive into town and a little market for any quick needs located just down the street. I would definitley book again. Thank you Tracey and Mac for sharing your home! We loved it!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jenny H.

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

The perfect house and garden for a relaxing holiday for our family

We had such a great beach holiday at Mac's Beach House. Tracey and Mac really provided so many of the big and little things that enabled us to relax as soon as we walked in the front door, including a fully-fenced backyard and water bowls for our dog, a great library of books and DVDs, very comfortable mattresses, and a coffee machine! Thank-you both very much - we look forward to more holidays at Mac's Beach House.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 21 March 2020
Thank you Jenny and family for your kind words. It was lovely to host you and thanks so much for taking such care of the property and leaving it so clean. Please do stay with us again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Briana L.

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

Quaint Cosy Beach Getaway

My husband, parents, and I had the best time in Phillip Island at Tracey and Mac’s place! The house is even more cosy in person and was wonderfully laid out for the four of us and our dogs. The fire was perfect for keeping the whole house warm and the beds were warm and super comfy. We also loved the area and how quiet and peaceful it was while still being super close to everything! 10/10 would recommend!!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hiella V.

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

Relaxing holiday

Mac’s Beach House is a beautiful cozy home in a great location. It was equipped with everything we needed with lots of lovely touches and unique designs. Enjoyed the lovely garden. The beach is a short stroll away. Close to the Penguin Parade and Nobbies. Tracey and Mac are great hosts. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely come back.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May 2022
Thank Hiella, really pleased you enjoyed the garden.

About the host

Hosted by Traceyao

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Tracey & Mac live in inner city Melbourne, Mac's beach house is their holiday retreat.

Why they chose this property

After many years of holidays with our kids at beautiful Phillip Island, we decided to buy a property close to the beautiful bay beach at Ventnor. We bought the property, to give us a balance between our very busy lives at work and to have some where to relax, rest and play.

What makes this property unique

This large beach house has retro influences and a mid century design aesthetic. We love classic beach houses for their relaxed vibe. The house is suitable for 3 couples or two small families with kids. It’s a perfect beach house for a relaxing holiday, a four minute walk to the beach and a short drive to the main attractions, bars and shopping in cowes and Ryll.

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