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Beach Escape, 7 min walk quiet beach Big Yard, Pets ,decks back front 3 Bath

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Terrace/patio
Main house bathroom
Safe swimming beach 800 metres from the house
St Leonard's yacht club
Room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6150 sq m

Popular amenities

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

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St Leonards VIC, VIC
  • Place, Swan Bay - Edwards Point Wildlife Reserve
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, St Leonards Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal
    ‪37 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)
    ‪57 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

House back bedroom

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Beach Escape, 7 min walk quiet beach Big Yard, Pets ,decks back front 3 Bath

The Escape is a traditional beach house that was renovated in 2022 and is now 3 bedrooms each with a bathroom and two living areas. Pet friendly for outside pets. With the main house area having 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, living room and new kitchen then the guest area has its own bathroom, living room and third bathroom, Multiple TV's, Outdoor area with built in sink, built in BBQ and drinks fridge. The block is large so plenty of room no other houses share the block,

Connecting the back of the house and the guest area is a large new north facing decking area that contains outdoor dining table, couch, hammock and plenty of chairs. During the warmer months their is shade from the tree that the deck is built around.
The decking out the front lets you take in the colours in the early evening sky sunset .



Sleeping arrangements

Bedroom 1 - queen bed with ensuite
Bedroom 2 - queen bed and bathroom opposite
Bedroom 3 - queen bed and own bathroom and additional living area


In addition there is an outdoor shower with hot water and double bowl sink for cleaning your catch or using with the BBQ

Large screen TV with additional TV in second living area and Bedroom 3

Dinning table seats 8 inside and the same outside on the back deck

Air conditioning in all bedrooms and both living areas

Pricing

Our price reflects a updated and very comfortable holiday home. The north facing rear decking provides a sunny place to sit with a mix of sun and shaded areas due to the large tree.

Please bring all linen and bath/beach towels.(doonas/pillows provided)


Things to do
-Walk to the beach 7 min through a nature reserve
-Walk/bike ride through Edwards Point nature Reserve, walks from 30 minutes to 2 hours return
-On weekends walk down to our Yacht Club and have a drink at the cafe subject to opening times just 10 minutes away absolute water front
-We are a 5 minute drive from St Leonards shops or a very pleasant 40 minute walk
-Play cricket on the beach (you can use our equipment)
-Visit the free tennis courts in town or basketball court (you can use our equipment)
-Sleep in the hammock on the decking
-Tour the wineries on the Bellarine peninsula
-Visit Queenscliff and climb the tower that gives you a fantastic view of the area
-Point Lonsdale has rock pools
-Ocean Grove surfing is twenty minutes.

Our beach
Perfect for kids as it has shallow spots and well as deeper trough.

Got a boat
Plenty of parking onsite and boat ramp is only minutes away.

Dogs
Dogs are welcome. Only outside. Plenty of yard space.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:30 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 less than 25 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
Pets are not to be on our beds lounge. Bring beds
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No loud noise late in the evening or early morning as residents living around us
No additional guests staying over other than those included in the booking. Costs will apply at our discretion and or immediate termination of booking
No party's the property is within residential area with our neighbours living and working in the area day to day

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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

St Leonards

St Leonards is home to this holiday home. Pilots' Cottages and The Black Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Swan Bay - Edwards Point Wildlife Reserve and Port Phillip Heads Marine National Park. Marine and Freshwater Discovery Centre and Bellarine Railway - Queenscliff Station are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing and other activities like winery tours.
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St Leonards VIC, VIC

What's nearby

  • Swan Bay - Edwards Point Wildlife Reserve - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • St Leonards Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal - 37 min drive - 46.4 km

Getting around

  • Drysdale Station - 15 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 56 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Grand Hotel - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Queenscliff Brewhouse - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪Arlo - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Port Pier Cafe - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪St Leonards Hotel - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beach Escape, 7 min walk quiet beach Big Yard, Pets ,decks back front 3 Bath pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Beach Escape, 7 min walk quiet beach Big Yard, Pets ,decks back front 3 Bath?

As of 9 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beach Escape, 7 min walk quiet beach Big Yard, Pets ,decks back front 3 Bath on 9 April 2026 start from NZ$505, 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 Beach Escape, 7 min walk quiet beach Big Yard, Pets ,decks back front 3 Bath?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beach Escape, 7 min walk quiet beach Big Yard, Pets ,decks back front 3 Bath?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beach Escape, 7 min walk quiet beach Big Yard, Pets ,decks back front 3 Bath?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Beach Escape, 7 min walk quiet beach Big Yard, Pets ,decks back front 3 Bath located?

Situated in St Leonards, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Swan Bay - Edwards Point Wildlife Reserve and Port Phillip Heads Marine National Park. St Leonards Beach and Salt Lagoon-St. Leonards Wildlife Reserve 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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 18 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Travis C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and recently renovated, good wifi and private back-yard.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
David's house is in a great location that's a nice short walk to the beach and a quiet place to relax.With every bedroom having its own bathroom and a completely separate living area that's connected with a large deck with BBQ area - this is the perfect family beach getaway. Thanks for hosting us during the Xmas break!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Matt R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect homeAll the amenities made it so easy David was super welcoming left us some beers and rose' for my partner
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

6/10 Okay

Narelle

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

Holiday

A nice house to stay, its a shame there is no dryer as i can imagine in winter it would be tough to dry anything.Overall a pleasent place the front and back decking is beautiful, however we most likely will not be back as the backyard is not secured off from the front and we had a neighbour "pop in" to tell us negative things about the area, nothing of which was vital for our stay, we were put off and felt we no longer could relax.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louise W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely loved our stay in this house. Very clean and comfortable, everything was perfect. David also provided the first drinks on him so very thoughtful. We all enjoyed hanging out the back with our fur friends watching the . We will definitely be back. Thank you
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Adam C.

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

Great stay

Fantastic fenced in yard allowed our dog to safely roam about. Very clean, ample seating everywhere. Plenty of space. Would recommend this place very highly!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Sandy K.

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

Great family holiday

Had a great holiday with our 5 kids and dog. Walking distance to Edward's Point Reserve and a short drive into St Leonards (with the best fish 'n' chips in Victoria). Owner excellent with communication.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Katie G.

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

Impressive Beach House - Highly Recommend! thanks :)

This property was clean, neat and had such a great beach feel about it. The property exceeded our expectations for convenience and comfort. Communication from the owner was by far the best I've ever had, this was an easy transaction and great consideration was given to us which made our holiday amazing! The proximity to the beach is great along with a number of available beach/bush type walks, just outside your door. I would very highly recommend this property, its provides everything a relaxed, comfortable, cozy beach holiday should have. Thank you for our great holiday.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nancy S.

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

Very happy with our stay

The home and bungalow were very clean and everything you need is there. Enough space for a bigger family and nice big yard for our pet. It was a great location for taking walks to the beach and all around the area. Would stay again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

8/10 Good

Bruce F.

Mid week break

We enjoyed our two night stay, close to nature reserve and beach. The house is well equipped and would suit a large family. Good value, bed comfortable and inverter ensured warmth as required.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Felicity L.

Fabulous

Thanks for the stay. Loved the deck which we all used to hang out on just about all day. With only a short walk to the beach we’ll definitely be back. Thanks again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline H.

Great location, well set up for the family

We had a great last minute family holiday, Owners very accomodating with last minute booking. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

6/10 Okay

JOSH W.

Great place for family

Great place for family
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane E.

Fantastic place for a young family and a fur baby! The host was great and flexible.

The property had a fantastic layout for a young family. The backyard was nice and private and the hammocks were an absolute hit with kids and adults. A relaxing spot, nice and clean and a fantastic host!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emilia M.

Relaxing. Everything we needed.

David was very helpful with all our questions. Everything we needed was there and the whole family had a very relaxing stay. Loved our lazy strolls to the beach with our 4 legged member! Clean and tidy.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cherie O.

Excellent

Great people to deal with. Excellent place to stay. Many little extras provided which is great. Would definitely book here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica G.

Relaxing, perfect beach stay

A wonderful beach house with everything you could ever need and perfect for families. Lots of space outside with the great deck and all the extras- hammocks, bbq and outdoor settings. Inside is very neat and tidy and open. Comfortable and a close walk to the beach. Affordable also. David was friendly and great to deal with. Would stay again and have recommended to others already. Thanks for a memorable stay
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy P.

A great property to stay in with all the comforts of home

Enjoyed staying at this property , David was a great host , will recommend to family and friends, .
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lea D.

Wonderful pet friendly property.

We enjoyed our three day stay in your lovely beach cottage. It was a home away from home. We were fortunate enough to have great weather and the deck out back was perfect to enjoy it. Max 🐶 loved the big backyard. A few minutes walk from the beach. We had car issues and David was very accomodating with a late checkout. Thank you. Lea, Ben, Jean and Max 🐾
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kavita G.

Perfect place for a getaway

Had a great time staying in this holiday home - had absolutely everything we needed and it was so great to have a dog safe yard! Will definitely come back next time we stay in the area. Thanks for your hospital David + family.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Janet K.

Excellent pet friendly property

Our 2nd short stay at this lovely house. Tidy and secure yard for 2 small dogs. Great walks on the beach. Back deck is great place for relaxing and meals. We had all we needed and have no hesitation in recommending this property as a comfortable base in this area. We will be back at some stage and hopefully for a longer stay. Property owner David is excellent to deal with.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Janet K.

Wonderful, pet friendly property

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The property had everything we needed and pet friendly as well, with the 3 small dogs allowed inside. Situated in nice quiet area which suited us. We have already rebooked and can't wait to spend some time on the back deck in some slightly better weather early next year.

About the host

Hosted by David Dougherty

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We have been coming to St Leonards for over 15 years. Our family of 5 and many friends have had great times here.

Why they chose this property

We choose this property as we wanted a large block with plenty of space. Large established trees and the retreat gives you that extra space. Walk into the nature reserve in 5 minutes and onto the beach in under 10 minutes. Its quiet bushy and relaxing with dirt roads between you and the beach walk via the nature reserve

What makes this property unique

Large block of land so you have plenty of open space around you as thats what we come here for. Some properties have two houses on the one block with others almost on top of you. Plenty of space for kids and dogs to roam inside secure fences. A large north facing deck that in summer has a mixture of sun and shade with the decking built around a large tree. The front also has a large decking where you can see a partial sunset and wait to great family and friends. All bedrooms open onto a decking area with sliding doors giving you a bright and open feel to all rooms, If you have a boat plenty of room to get it of the road. Each Bedroom is airconditioned as is the two living areas giving you comfort. The large rear deck is built around a large beautiful leafy tree giving natural shade with a built in BBQ and sink. TV in 3 rooms. Wifi ,washing machine,

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