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Dacha Kincora - small cottage, short walk to beach

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A covered outdoor deck with wooden flooring, cushioned seating, and a view of the surrounding landscape.
A cozy living room with a brown leather sofa, a television on a wooden cabinet, a fireplace, and large windows.
A two-story house with a balcony, surrounded by trees and a fence.
A cozy living room with a television, a sofa, a chair, a small table, and a fireplace.
A bedroom with a bed, a wardrobe, and framed pictures on the wall.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to Cape Liptrap Coastal Park

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchenette
  • Toys
  • Air-conditioning
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Venus Bay, VIC
  • Place, Cape Liptrap Coastal Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Anderson Inlet Coastal Reserve
    ‪17 min walk‬
  • Place, Point Smythe Coastal Reserve
    ‪19 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Green Bedroom

1 Queen Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Venus Bay

Located in Venus Bay, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a river. Point Smythe Coastal Reserve and Anderson Inlet Coastal Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Rainbow Park and Bunurong Coastal Reserve. Travelling with kids? Consider Bass Coast Aquatic and Leisure Centre, or check out an event or a game at Inverloch Recreation Reserve. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating, sailing and surfing/body boarding nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Venus Bay, VIC

What's nearby

  • Cape Liptrap Coastal Park - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Anderson Inlet Coastal Reserve - 17 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Point Smythe Coastal Reserve - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Inverloch Coastal Reserve - 29 min drive - 35.6 km
  • Walkerville South Beach - 35 min drive - 40.5 km

Getting around

  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 148 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Tomo Modern Japanese - ‬32 min drive
  • ‪The Invy Espy Hotel - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪The Local Inverloch - ‬26 min drive
  • ‪Agapi Fish & Chips - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Radius Restaurant - ‬33 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Dacha Kincora - small cottage, short walk to beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much is parking at Dacha Kincora - small cottage, short walk to beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Dacha Kincora - small cottage, short walk to beach?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Dacha Kincora - small cottage, short walk to beach?

Checkout is at 12:00 PM.

Where is Dacha Kincora - small cottage, short walk to beach located?

This family-friendly Venus Bay holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of Cape Liptrap Coastal Park, Point Smythe Coastal Reserve and Anderson Inlet Coastal Reserve. Tarwin Lower Flora Reserve and Bald Hills Creek Wildlife Reserve are also within 12 miles (20 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 26 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 26 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 26 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 26 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 26 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful location! Surf beach one way, 24/7 dog beach in another, and Fisherman's Wharf close by, too. Ideal place for our two dogs. Our host made us feel welcome and communicated well.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful stay. Very friendly and responsive host.The kitchen had everything that I needed and the location just cannot be beat.VERY HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!
Stayed 16 nights in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Relaxing

Great place for some R&R, good location, great verandah, very comfortable
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Venus Bay Delight

Does exactly what it says on the tin. A secluded, simple and relaxed beach house offering access to all the delights of Venus Bay and surrounds.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Wonderful place to relax

We have been to Dacha Kincora twice now and both times we found it a wonderful place to chill, walk and relax. It is minimalist but comfortable, quiet but close to all amenities. Sitting inside or outside as night falls is our idea of heaven; roos, birds and sunsets. Our favourite beach getaway!
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2020
Thanks for your lovely words. We love having you back and look forward to showing you the small improvements were making. Cath
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Healing vibes with Wombat views !

We absolutely loved our stay at this wee slice of heaven. We thoroughly enjoyed relaxing on the deck, walking on the beach and doing some much needed yoga. Thanks for such a fabulous trip, we are so sad to go home and engage with busy work lives again. We will be back.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Delightful, rustic holiday house

Venus Bay is a beautiful destination. This holiday house is clean, comfortable and relaxing. It borders on a reserve and is a few minutes drive to the beach. We found everything we needed in the house. Our host was amazing and helpful and so was the neighbour. Thank you very much.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Our host Catherine was very responsive and accommodating. The house is a great country cottage . We immediately felt at home. The large pverandah has very comfortable seating from which to enjoy the fresh air, the breeze and views of trees. The neighbourhood is very quiet. At night with the window of the bedroom open we could hear the waves of the sea, which is 1 km away. The home has rustic charm and is decorated tastefully.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Peaceful hide away

Comfortable cottage with easy walk to beach 5 via road or rear easement. Sunset on deck is still in our dreams.Brian our kelpie nearly got tired. If you’re owned by your Brian you’ll love it. Al and Di
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 August 2024
Thanks Alan, In particular thank you for letting me know about the fireplace - happened to be heading to the UK this month which meant I paid $150 instead of $500 for replacement parts. You’re definitely welcome back any time!
Verified review

4/10 Poor

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
The host was very good and replied quickly to all emails. The location was excellent. The main negatives are the total neglect of the garden, really terrible,having to bring our own bedding and bath towels, asked to vacuum and make sure we vacuum under the table, mop the floors and wipe down benches. I always leave a place clean but have never been asked to actually clean the place. The cottage itself was rustic and peaceful.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 March 2026
Hi Gail, Sorry to hear you were disappointed to be asked to clean up and bring your own linen. Please feel free not to book places with this requirement in the future. I make it very clear in my listing that this is an expectation so as to avoid receiving bookings from people who don’t want this as a part of their stay. Regards. Cath
Verified review

8/10 Good

A cozy cottage tucked away behind the sand dunes

Dacha Kincora was the perfect destination for our short winter get-away. My sister and niece were visiting from Germany and we only had three nights to spare. The cottage is only 10 minutes walk from the beach along a sandy bush track, so we enjoyed beach walks and a magnificent sunset. The cottage has all the facilities you would expect but retains a quirky and very individual charm. If you visit in the cooler months, the little wood heater is amazingly efficient. If set up properly it keeps the whole cottage warm. Given our brief stay, the bed linen option (extra cost) was most welcome. Highly recommended - and I think a Spring or Autumn visit should be on my agenda.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great cottage and great area

Great
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

A peaceful getaway with everything you could need

Awesome bird life and great views over the inlet
Stayed 6 nights in Mar 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Relaxing getaway

We loved our time at Dacha Kincora just perfect for that little getaway for relaxation. A 10 minute walk down the coastal path your on the beach or chill out at the cottage looking over the beautiful views of the reserve. All secure for our Labrador who loved running around the land at the cottage. Definitely a place on our favourite list!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2019
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Everything you need to relax

We loved every moment of our stay at Dacha Kincora. The house is has everything you need but feels different enough from home to know that you are on holiday. With views and access to the public reserve you feel one with the beautiful nature that surrounds the house. A chorus of bird noises sings from dusk til dawn. Will definitely be keeping this place in mind for future holidays.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Relaxing, casual, comfy cottage

This is such a lovely little cottage to have a few days rest and relaxation at. The cottage was very clean and had everything we needed. We saw a family of kangaroos early one morning meters from the back deck, magical. Catherine was excellent to deal with. Overall a fantastic experience.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

Very relaxing stay. Beautiful position.

Great position overlooking Anderson’s inlet. Very relaxing rear decking area and swing seat. Easy walk through nature reserve to number 5 beach. House itself was clean and tidy and has everything required. Loved the expansive glass areas to enjoy the view at the rear. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2018
Verified review

8/10 Good

We have fantastic stay nice location & quite

We have a fantastic stay in Cath's place nice location & quite exactly what we want during school term holiday and to celebrate my birthday,all things work, the wooden heater w/c I love most,worth coming back in Cath's place.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

A charming house, very clean with a peaceful outlook.

Perfect getaway if you would like some peace and quiet. Located near a spectacular surf beach as well as being close to the inlet if you want to launch a boat. The house has plenty of character and is very clean. We loved it!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2020
Thank you for your lovely review. I’m so glad you enjoyed yourself - come back soon.
Verified review

8/10 Good

Very nice.

The place was in a good private location with bush surroundings and views. When we drove up there where lots of stuff outside, it needed to be hidden it looked untidy. I think the owner is still renovating. The garden needed trimming, trees and bushes where overgrown, espically if its snake country, it needs a gardener to maintain the property. I dont mean to be picky but it didnt give a good impression. There was shoes left in the hallway 3 pairs on a rack, everytime i walked past I smelt odour. Their shoes should be put away out of sight . Apart from that had a lovely time, enjoyed their holiday house very unique the owners are lovely..
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Beautiful views and peaceful retreat

Dacha Kincora is one of those gem houses that you're reluctant to review, in case it gets booked out when you want it! We love this place. The back faces the trees and the reserve. You may see walkers come past, but mainly you get to gaze out the lounge, dining and kitchen windows to the birds, trees and sky. There's a deck and a love seat, but as we've been in winter that hasn't been utilised much! We were initially worried about heat, but the free standing wood-fired heater keeps the living areas toasty, and warms the bedrooms pretty well too. The bed in the master room also has electric blankets to turn on just before bed(and I think in the other room as well). The kitchen has everything you need in terms of utensils, crockery and pans. Whether cooking on the gas oven/stovetop or doing the dishes you can look out at the view. The lounge is also great for reading or watching some of your fave series on netflix. If you're visiting Venus Bay for the first time be sure to check out the Community Centre - a great place for a chat and an op shop. They also have free bicycles for loan. There's also great walking and fishing, and of course the beach!
Archival

8/10 Good

A peaceful retreat

We enjoyed our stay - the house is very comfortable and tucked away - we loved seeing the resident wombat stroll by.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

great cosy getaway!

Such a gorgeous place to stay. Its cosy inside and out. The views over the inlet are amazing and great to enjoy any time of the day. Secluded location was perfect!
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2020
Thanks so much Rochea, I hope you find your own little piece of Venus Bay soon.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Excellent place for visiting the Wilson Prom

The cottage is everything you need to enjoy the beautiful areas of the Wilson Prom and its coasts. The cottage is essential but has everything, tidy and clean. Smart stay and good flexibility for check ins and check outs.
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2020
Thanks Giulia, so glad you enjoyed your stay.
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great holiday

We enjoyed our stay, spacious, comfortable and clean, close to the beach, fresh air, nature, has great accomodities, beautiful area
Response from VrboOwner on 18 March 2020
So pleased you enjoyed your stay.
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