The Esplanade Beach House

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A living room with a white brick wall, a fireplace, a sofa, and a TV.
A covered outdoor seating area with chairs and a table, overlooking a road and a body of water.
A modern building with large windows, a patio area with two patterned chairs, and a tree with pink flowers.
A bedroom with a large window offering a view of the beach and ocean.
A modern living room with a white sofa, a coffee table, and a fireplace. The kitchen is visible in the background with stainless steel appliances.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation
    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the beach and sea.

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Barbecue
  • Air-conditioning
  • Pet-friendly
  • Off-street parking available
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Portarlington, VIC
  • Place, Grassy Point West Beach
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Steely Rocks Beach
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal
    ‪44 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)
    ‪60 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

4 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Portarlington

Located in Portarlington, this holiday home is near a water park and on the beach. Pilots' Cottages and The Black Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Salt Lagoon-St. Leonards Wildlife Reserve and Portarlington Flora and Fauna Reserve. Bellarine Adventure Golf and Marine and Freshwater Discovery Centre are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and kayaking nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.
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Portarlington, VIC

What's nearby

  • Grassy Point West Beach - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Steely Rocks Beach - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Portarlington Waterfront - 4 min drive - 3.8 km
  • Adventure Park Geelong - 23 min drive - 29.0 km
  • Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal - 44 min drive - 47.1 km

Getting around

  • Drysdale Station - 18 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 60 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Whiskery - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Grand Hotel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Portarlington Bakehouse - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Port Pier Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Portarlington Kitchen & Bar - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Esplanade Beach House pet-friendly?

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

How much does it cost to stay at The Esplanade Beach House?

As of 11 Nov 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Esplanade Beach House on 10 May 2027 start from NZ$1,623, 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 The Esplanade Beach House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Esplanade Beach House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Esplanade Beach House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Esplanade Beach House located?

Nestled on the beach, this Portarlington holiday home is within 3 mi (5 km) of Portarlington Golf Club, Steely Rocks Beach and Portarlington Waterfront. Grassy Point West Beach and St Leonards Beach 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. 18 out of 21 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 21 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 21 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 21 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.6/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location and all the amenities you need for a stay away. Excellent kitchen, very comfortable bedding and comfortable couches. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here and would recommend for others.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely holiday house in a great location

Property had everything we needed and the hosts were fantastic. We had a great holiday and would highly recommend this property.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Very relaxing, great position

Fantastic place to recoup
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Nice clean convenient

Clean well decorated and has all the things we needed. Good location nice place to stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a great time. The house was warm and welcoming and Cathy was so helpful and accomodating. The location and having the beach across the road was definitely a highlight. Would definitely return for another weekend
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Go again

I will gladly make this property a regular visit. It was very comfortable with everything you need for a great stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

A very clean and neat house with great amenity. Accommodated seven of us for very comfortably.

Good communication. Easy to find. Great views across the bay.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thank you for your positive review. We are so happy you loved the view as much we do and appreciated the pride we take in ensuring our home is clean and comfortable for our guests. Thank you for leaving our home in immaculate condition and we would welcome you back anytime,
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay here for the 2nd time now, great communication with Cathy (host), the kitchen is very well equipped, the view is absolutely AMAZING, we could sit out the front in 42deg heat still in shade & sea breeze watching the world go by, we also had our fur baby with us, the yard is fully secure & to be able to just cross the road to the beach with our pup was absolute bliss. A short drive to the golf club & town centre was very convenient. Thankyou so much for a perfect relaxing last week of our holiday, we will be back. Anna, Joe & Ajay
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Easter break

We really enjoyed our stay at this lovely property. Our daughter and her family , including our 9 years old grandson and our cavoodle puppy , had a pleasant stay. Cathy was very helpful and responsive. The house for 5 of us was very comfortable, clean and a million dollar wiev. Highly recommended .
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Apr 2025
Libby and family were terrific guests, leaving out home very clean and were very responsive to all communication. I would recommend Libby to other Hosts and welcome her and her family to The Esplanade Beach House anytime!
Archival

8/10 Good

Beautifully renovated low maintenance beach pad

My family and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at The Esplanade Beach House in Portalington. It was old school fun collecting crabs, playing beach cricket, jumping over the sprinkler and lounging around reading books. The couch is the most comfortable one I have ever experienced accommodating all six of us for snuggly movies. I would definitely recommend it to others. Next time I would bring the bikes as it is away from town and the swimming beach.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thank you for taking the time to share your kind words with us. We are honoured to receive your review of your time spent at our home and learn that your first experience was both a happy and enjoyable one. Bringing bikes would be a great idea to advantage of the foreshore path and it's beautiful serene views. We hope to welcome you and all the family back when you are next in Portarlington.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Beach holiday

Great location for quiet family stay
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect and peaceful

Although the weather wasn't with us, the accommodation was perfect.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Fantastic beach break

My hubby, our fur baby & I absolutely loved our short beach getaway. The house was fully equipped with everything & more. The pics don’t do this house justice! Cathy was very prompt with any questions I had & even gave us a later checkout on request. We can’t wait to come back.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2020
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great property

Kids and dog loved the space and comforts, well located.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thank you for providing a review. We are happy to hear you enjoyed your experience in our home. Most importantly thank you for looking after everything and leaving everything so clean.
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

The Esplanade, Beachfront

Well furnished, everything one needs in kitchen, great views. Bathroom clean and light, needed better cleaning under beds and dining table. Back garden needed mowing and weeding.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Comfort and convenience with a 5 star view

We absolutely loved our stay at the esplanade in Portarlington. The house is even more spacious than appears online and has a wonderfully equipped kitchen and living room. The view from the living /dining and kitchen space is amazing and if you are lucky enough to nab the master you will wake up to the sea each morning. The house accommodates a large number of people and has two distinct outdoor areas - whether you are having a bbq for dinner out the back or your morning coffee out the front you get a sense you are at the beach. Cathy was very helpful and made our stay easy. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful family getaway

Thankyou for a lovely weekend away. The adults, children and our happy little puppy enjoy everything about this space.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Quiet beach getaway for all the family (including dog)

Our family really enjoyed this beautiful pet friendly house with a stunning view across the bay. Our holiday was everything we hoped it would be. Excellent communication from the host, well maintained house with all amenities and great location.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great holiday house! Well equipped.

Absolutely loved staying here! Great experience and prime position. I don’t rate the website, it’s not user friendly.. and didn’t give me a good experience booking the house along with the process.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thank you for your very positive review. We take pride in offering our guests an outstanding experience when staying at our holiday house. We love the location and the amazing views across the bay. You are all welcome back to our home anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Great view. Very clean. Very homey. Most welcoming. Great amenities

Would stay here again. Very relaxing
Stayed 5 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
The Esplanade Beach House is a getaway enabling a tranquil escape from the hustle and bustle of our everyday lives. A home away from home. Thank you for your wonderful review, it is genuinely appreciated and confirms we are achieving everything we strive to offer our valued guests. We are so happy you enjoyed your stay and you are most welcome to return at anytime.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful weekend away

The house was clean, modern, and very comfortably. Secure backyard for the dog too. Would definitely consider staying there again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thank you for your positive review and for taking such great care of our home. I am happy to hear you enjoyed your stay and we would welcome you back anytime.
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