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Le Petit Palais du Port

Cottage in Portarlington with kitchenette

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Outdoor dining
Interior
Terrace/patio
Food and drink
Private kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 228 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

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  • Place, Portarlington Waterfront
  • Place, Portarlington Recreation Reserve
  • Place, Portarlington Golf Club
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Spaces

Kitchenette
Garden

About this property

Le Petit Palais du Port

Le Petit Palais du Port is a charming cottage in the heart of the small bayside town of Portarlington along the Bellarine Peninsula. It is set in a pretty private courtyard within the lovely garden of the neighbouring house. The studio has a QS bed and stylish ensuite behind a Shoji screen sliding door. The kitchenette is well-equipped with a decent sized fridge (for bottles of local wine, cheeses, mussels, oysters, smoked salmon and more), Nespresso coffee machine, microwave, electric wok and Weber BBQ in the courtyard. There is a reverse cycle air-con for heating & cooling. There is free wi-fi. The lounge area has a smart TV with Netflix and retro Grant Featherstone 60’s lounge chairs… plus a piano for the musically inclined. Upon your stay, you will be greeted with a chilled bottle of Terindah sparkling wine, and chilled champagne glasses, in the fridge. You can even select between the Terindah Estate Methode Traditionnelle or Sparkling Pinot Noir. If you prefer still wine, there is also a choice of a Terindah Pinot Noir, Rose, Chardonnay or Pinot Gris. Plus, gourmet chocolates from Great Ocean Road Chocolaterie.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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

Portarlington

Portarlington is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Portarlington Flora and Fauna Reserve and Salt Lagoon-St. Leonards Wildlife Reserve, while Fort Queenscliff Museum and Queenscliff Historical Museum are cultural highlights. Port Phillip Heads Marine National Park and Adventure Park Geelong are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding and cycling.
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Portarlington, VIC

What's nearby

  • Portarlington Waterfront - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Portarlington Ferry Dock - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Portarlington Recreation Reserve - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Portarlington Golf Club - 2 min drive - 1.6 km
  • St Leonards Beach - 7 min drive - 8.0 km

Getting around

  • Drysdale Station - 16 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 64 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salty Cow - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Whiskery - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Port Pier Cafe - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Portarlington Bakehouse - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Boatman's Fish & Chips - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Le Petit Palais du Port pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Le Petit Palais du Port?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Le Petit Palais du Port?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Le Petit Palais du Port?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Le Petit Palais du Port located?

Situated in Portarlington, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of Steely Rocks Beach and Portarlington Waterfront. Portarlington Ferry Dock and Portarlington Recreation Reserve are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 193 out of 209 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 13 out of 209 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 209 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 209 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 209 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Bruce P.

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

Perfect position

Great little spot, close to town, market and all amenities.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julie-Anne S.

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

Heaven on the bay

Absolutely perfect for a peaceful short stay away from the big city.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Damir J.

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

Nice place for couples

It was very nice and cosy accomodation close to beach, walking track and city centre. Recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robyn E.

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

Weekend Getaway

Quaint, private, extremely clean and cosy overnighter. Perfect for two people. Loved the bathroom, great internet and wonderful host. Thank you
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sue B.

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

Loved it

Close to facilities great atmosphere and lovely host 😊
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maureen R.

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

Tres Bien!

Ideall property for our needs.Lovely courtyard and all amenities working and attractive!
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leah Z.

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

Great weekend away

Very clean and well presented. It has everything you would want.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

KAREN C.

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

Home away from home

So inviting, welcoming and comfortable. Every aspect was focused on our stay, local information relevant & up to date. Cannot recommend highly enough.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Bobbie C.

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

A lovely little place.

What a lovely place to stay. Tucked into a beautiful garden and had everything needed for a quiet getaway. The owner was lovely. Plan on going back.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sabrina F., Australia

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

Great getaway and comfortable accomodation

Great little getaway to Portarlington at Jeanettes place. Loved the thoughtful additions of the bubbles and great ocean road chocolates. The accomodation was clean, comfortable and relaxing. It’s as about 8 minutes to meander to the nearby shops and just a few short minutes walk to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Enzo C.

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

Good time

My wife and I liked the little cottage it was nice and very close to the beach Will stay there again for sure The host was very nice and friendly Will recommend to any couple that what's a good time very close to the beach
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne-Marie Y.

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

Weekend away

Highly recommend! Janette is very welcoming. Looking forward to finding time to book in another stay. Thank you Janette.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jo S.

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

Peaceful haven

Loved my 1 night here. Very comfortable and a happy place to be. Walking distance to main street. One block back from Esplanade. Great host.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen D.

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

Excellent

Perfect accommodation for visiting vineyards. Janette was an excellent hostess. Thanks again!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol A.

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

Carol

Perfect position, easy walk to all eateries, beach etc
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023

8/10 Good

Alessandro S.

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

A Birthday Weekend stay

Lovely location, secluded and reasonably quiet spot. Photos on Stayz however not 100% accurate re presentation. Older house, carport parking not very presentable. Studio courtyard weathered and not overly private or clean. Studio itself is lovely and cosy. A short stroll to some of Victoria’s most amazing water views. The host is lovely.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Yeli C.

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

A perfect garden retreat!

My partner and I stayed at Le Petit Palais du Port for a weekend just to get away from the city. The place was clean, cosy and comfortable, with a functional kitchenette that had everything we needed for our short stay. Janette was a wonderful host with great communication. She was helpful, generous and friendly while respecting our privacy. The free bottle of wine and chocolate was a thoughtful touch! The location was perfect for us as we didn't drive and could enjoy a stroll to the beach, cafes/restaurants and shops. We highly recommend Le Petit Palais du Port and will be back!
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jessica P.

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

Great hideaway for a couple.

Everything we needed, easy walk to the beach and centre of town. Also very close to coastal path if you like walking.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

finbarr D.

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

Wedding accommodation

So convenient and so quite and relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Melanie P.

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

Night in Port Arlington

Lovely stay. Loved the privacy and court yard area. Very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bronwyn J.

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

Lovely beach escape

This petite palais was the prefect getaway for two. In such a compact space we had everything we needed including a very comfortable bed and an excellent shower. Even though this accommodation is on the host’s property, it was secluded and private and we felt very relaxed. Welcome wine and chocolate was also a lovely touch and communication was excellent.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cameron G.

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

weekend away

small but well designed and clean
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

ondrea t.

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

quiet getaway

Beautiful accommodation, exactly as advertised. Clean and tidy, lovely decor. In a quiet garden setting, walking distance to beach and main shops.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liam R.

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

Great Experience

Had an incredible stay, Janette
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny H.

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

Portarlington stopover

Janette was very welcoming and happy to pass on information about her town. The room was comfortable size for a couple with good amenities. The bottle of sparkling and block of chocolate we're a nice touch.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

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