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A modern two-story building with a covered patio area, surrounded by a white fence and lush greenery.
A modern house with a swimming pool, large windows, and a covered patio area.
A wooden deck with a table and chairs, overlooking a body of water.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Family fun awaits
    Top-rated for families.
  • On the beach
    A rare beachfront property in the area - enjoy direct access to the sand and sea.
7 bedrooms3+ bathroomsSleeps 10

Popular amenities

  • On beach
  • Private pool
  • Spa pool on site
  • Garage parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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St Leonards VIC, VIC
  • Place, Swan Bay - Edwards Point Wildlife Reserve
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, St Leonards Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)
    ‪59 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

7 bedrooms (sleeps 10)

Bedroom 1 - Master 1 (upstairs)

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2 - upstairs

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3 2nd master bedroom(downstairs)

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4 (downstairs)

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 5 (downstairs)

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 6 (downstairs)

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 7 (downstairs)

2 Single Beds

3 bathrooms, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1 - Master 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2 - Master 2 downstairs

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 3 - servicing downstairs bedroom 4-7

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

Bathroom 4 - powder room

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Bathroom 5

Soap · Toilet

Spaces

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

About this property

12 bell retreat

With only 12 houses sitting on the beachfront at this location, this home is one of the few in Victoria to enjoy absolute beachfront positioning.

Set on a secure 1/2 acre block, the photos simply do not do this property justice.

The property consists of 7 bedrooms, 3 living areas, ample outdoor space including pool and spa with views to the bay, secure gated entry with plenty of parking, and loads of indoor and outdoor toys for the family to enjoy.

Max guests 10.

Only 1.5 hours from Melbourne airport or Melbourne CBD.
many beautiful coastal towns near by to explore
Geelong town center 25 minutes by car.
St Leonards shops 4 minutes by car.

The entire house is yours to enjoy.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
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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)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9202811
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
This property accepts credit cards
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit

About the area

St Leonards

Located in St Leonards, this holiday home is next to a golf course and on the beach. Pilots' Cottages and The Black Lighthouse are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Portarlington Golf Club and Basils Farm. Travelling with kids? Consider Port Phillip Heads Marine National Park and Marine and Freshwater Discovery Centre. With kayaking, snorkelling and power boating nearby, you'll find plenty of adventures in the water.
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St Leonards VIC, VIC

What's nearby

  • Swan Bay - Edwards Point Wildlife Reserve - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • St Leonards Beach - 5 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Adventure Park Geelong - 21 min drive - 27.6 km
  • GMHBA Stadium - 34 min drive - 40.7 km
  • Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal - 43 min drive - 45.6 km

Getting around

  • Drysdale Station - 16 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 65 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Grand Hotel - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Queenscliff Brewhouse - ‬22 min drive
  • ‪St Leonards Hotel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Arlo - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Queenscliff Fish & Chips - ‬22 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does 12 bell retreat have a pool?

Yes, this property has an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

How much does it cost to stay at 12 bell retreat?

As of 3 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 12 bell retreat on 13 August 2026 start from NZ$1,976, 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.

Is 12 bell retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at 12 bell retreat?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 12 bell retreat?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 12 bell retreat?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is 12 bell retreat located?

Located in St Leonards, this beachfront holiday home is next to a golf course and within a 10-minute walk of St Leonards Beach and Swan Bay - Edwards Point Wildlife Reserve. Port Phillip Heads Marine National Park and Salt Lagoon-St. Leonards Wildlife Reserve 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. 16 out of 18 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 18 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily S.

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

Great stay

Love everything about this house
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Kerry O.

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

Family get away

What a beautiful home in the most amazing location we had a perfect stay. Just so relaxing with everything you need to have a memorable experience with our family.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Amanda J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property is amazing for large family’s or groups of friends -right on the beach, plenty of space with 3 separate lounges, pool with spa, ample secure parking and the Host, Amanda was fantastic. The house was so well equipped, safe for kids & dogs, and great for walks along the beach to the village or plenty of wineries as well as Point Lonsdale, Port Arlington, Queenscliff, Barwon Heads in easy reach. We loved our stay here.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Silvio C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This house was amazing in an awesome location. All facilities were provided and extremely clean. The host was easy to deal with and extremely helpful.. We rate this place highly and would recommend to anyone…
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Louise S.

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

Weekend Escape

Beautiful home, stunning views. Well appointed, plenty of room, clean - magical weekend escape.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tony M.

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

Monahan Family Holiday

Great property, great location we enjoyed our stay at St Leonards. Visited many nearby towns. We enjoyed great food and a few drinks with much chatter and a lot of reminiscing. We made some more great memories.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 11 December 2023
Glad to hear you had a wonderful stay Tony. Greatly appreciate how perfect you left our home on departure
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucy E.

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

Amazing Property and Host

This is a spectacular property right on the beach, beautifully decorated and very spacious. Fabulous kitchen. The property host was also excellent, and made sure the property was 100% ready for our group. Highly recommend it.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 December 2023
Thanks Lucy it was a pleasure having you and your family
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Fiona W.

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

Amazing

We had a fabulous time staying at this house. The house is so well designed and the view amazing. The kitchen well stocked, beds comfortable and amenities great. There was something for every member of the 3 generations of our family that stayed. The communication with the owner was easy and prompt.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gabrielle G.

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

The whole package

The photos of this property are impressive and led to us booking this beautiful home for a week but upon entering the property and the house itself you get a wonderful surprise that rarely happens and that is that the house and location far exceeds the pictures.Everything has been considered, and we didn't want for anything. Absolutely stunning, Bravo!!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

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

Absolutely amazing property

We had the best time staying at this property. Cannot wait to go back
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Marina v.

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

Nature and Waterfront

It's high quality property with homely feel to it in private setting. Every thing you need and wish for great relaxing time is available for extended family. We highly recommend this property in every season of the year.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

melinda s.

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

Fabulous for a work conference or a large family group

The minute we walked in we felt at ease and knew we were in for a wonderful few days. The purpose of our trip was a management conference. This lovely home was ideal. Plenty of space, plenty of rooms, a well stocked pantry (although we did bring our own things we were surprised at how much was available to us) and lets not forget the view! Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2020
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lynda S.

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

Bayside bliss

This property met all our expectations and more. Beautifully appointed, clean and spacious, our large extended family were able to relax and enjoy the unique location of absolute beach frontage
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 5 March 2020
Thankyou Lynda
Verified

8/10 Good

peter c.

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

Pretty amazing place.

There is no denying that this property is not your average holiday house. Its enormous. Its beautifully kitted out. Its spotless. Yes we all dreamed of owning it. Its a great venue for a large family gathering. The beach is literally right at your front door. The living zones are large and super comfy. Beds are great. Amenities as you would expect. My ONLY criticisms would be : A: The 2 glamour features of the property - the hot tub and the pool were basically off limits due to a faulty heater. Not the first time this has happened i suspect. B: Not related to the property in any way - the booking process for me was very tedious - out of date info, bookings not processed properly, multiple attempts to get the booking made. Refund of the hefty ($1k) deposit was pretty slow as well. No reason that should be happening. Look - its a killer house and im really glad we booked it. Some great memories made. Dont regret it at all. Just check the pool works.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah P.

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

Magnificent property, stunning location

This beautiful property is warm and cosy in winter. Huge windows frame the bay perfectly. My first visit with friends led to this second stay with family. The cleverly designed home accommodates all ages and striking decorative touches make quite an impact. The kitchen is exceptionally well equipped. The booking and arrangements all worked seamlessly. We feel privileged to have shared family time in this impressive welcoming home. The location and facilities are superb, presentation is immaculate.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2019
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

Impressive

A perfect place for a significant family Birthday
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma B.

Fantastic Property

Great location and well set up.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2018
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheryl M.

Fantastic house on beachfront with views

This beautifully maintained house is perfect for large groups, it is right on the beachfront in a nice quiet location. The kitchen has all top class amenities, spacious rooms with lots of nooks and crannies for guests to escape to. Well stocked with books, games, play equipment for children. We enjoyed the large pool and spa to relax in. I would highly recommend Amanda's house to anyone looking for that absolute getaway.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2018

About the host

Hosted by Amanda Feenstra

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we are a large family from Melbourne and we chose quiet beautiful St Leonards 15 years ago for our beachside holiday retreat. as our children are growing and we don't get down to the property as often we wanted to open up our home for many to enjoy

Why they chose this property

St Leonards is a beautiful quiet sea side village. wonderful coffee shops, a well stocked IGA, great take away food shops and a pub to sit out in the beer garden and enjoy the ocean view on sunny summer days.
many coastal towns and wineries all within 20mins drive from the property

What makes this property unique

There is no other property like this to rent in the area.
we have direct beach access, pool/spa with ocean views, 7 spacious bedrooms and a kitchen and dining area fully equipped and with the most beautiful ocean views

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