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Terrace/patio
The Gully Retreat @foot of wine region

Overview of Family Retreat

Reviews
9.2 out of 10 Wonderful
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 13375 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pool
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Check out the area

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Rosebud, VIC
  • Popular LocationRosebud Country Club4 min drive
  • Popular LocationMornington Peninsula Visitor Information Centre & Regional Booking Service4 min drive
  • Popular LocationPeninsula Hot Springs8 min drive
  • AirportMelbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon)77 min drive

Rooms & beds

5 bedrooms (sleeps 13)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed and 1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Double Beds

Bedroom 5

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom (Ensuite)

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom (Ensuite)

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom (Main)

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining Area

About this property

Family Retreat


A unique and versatile option for your escape to the Mornington Peninsula. Nestled amongst an amazing wild habitat, a peaceful retro retreat for your family, friends, off-site or corporate gathering conveniently located near wineries, golf courses, hot springs, and just a four minute drive the beach.

OUTDOOR POOL, BBQ AREA, SECURE PARKING (CCTV all entry points), WIFI, 5 BEDROOMS, and 3 MASSIVE ENTERTAINMENT AREAS!! Bed Linen included.

A rare find, unique and versatile option for your escape to the Mornington Peninsula. Nestled just a five minute drive to the beach amongst an amazing wild habitat, a peaceful retreat for your family and friends.

Lounge around the deck while the kids have a splash in the in-ground heated pool, throw a snag on the BBQ, whip out through the native reserve just out the back and find the local shops only a 5 minute walk away; cafe's, bakery, grocery, pharmacy and liquor all within a short stroll through the incredible and almost private forest.

Sneak inside to the rumpus room and watch your favorite movie with drinks from the quirky bar, prepare a feast for your family and friends in the retro 70's kitchen while your group snuggle by the roaring fire in the sunken lounge.

The Gully Retreat offers comfortable space for guests with provided linen and towels.

The retro kitchen comes with all the trimmings, oven, stove, microwave, side by side fridge, and dishwasher with wares, utensils, crockery and cutlery to boot!

And for the lovers of a finely brewed coffee the Delonghi fully automated coffee machine will be the only companion you need in the wee hours of the morning.

The Gully Retreat is heavily insulated however for those scorching hot days while you're not at the beach or dipping in the pool there is a ducted and refrigerated heating and cooling throughout the house and for those cold winters the giant fire can warm your bones!

The Gully Retreat is close proximity to Arthur's Seat State Park, Rosebud Park Public Golf Course & the Peninsula Hot Springs and Rosebud Plaza along with the glorious beach are only a short drive away.

Please advise configuration (couples/singles) when booking so appropriate bedding arrangements can be prepared.

The Gully Retreat is perfect for corporate events, working groups, rehearsals and off sites - the large dining table is the perfect size for workshops with wifi available for all of your online needs.

The Retreat offers 3 large rooms for group work, casual conversations can be held in the games room, the informal dining room is great to workshop ideas and the formal dining and sunken lounge are easily transformed for larger meetings and brainstorming sessions.

*LINEN & TOWELS ARE SUPPLIED INCLUSIVE OF BOOKING FOR INSIDE USE. PLEASE BRING POOL & BEACH TOWELS WITH YOU (WEATHER PERMITTING).

Arrival & Departure

3:00 pm arrival 10:00 am departure strict.

Guests can access the entire property except the garage, linen & cleaning closets. There is ample parking in the long driveway for up to 4 cars (No trailers or Jetski's). Please use offstreet parking if number of vehicles exceeds limit . Please keep gateway clear at all times.

We expect the house to be left as found when first arriving.
Please note that on departure we ask our guests to clean the property, put all rubbish in the bins provided. We provide a 3 hour departure clean as part of the cleaning fee. Where more than 3 hours cleaning is required guests will be charged the extra hours required. The property should be left in a similar state to its condition on arrival.

* Ensure recycling and general waste is separted accoridngly. Additional $200 charge will apply if we have to sort and separate the rubbish.
* We provide ample bin space. Any additional rubbish is expected to be taken away. Additional Fee from $150 will apply for removal and tip fees.

The Gully Retreat has a permanent Total Fire Ban. Solid fuels (such as charcoal BBQ's or Braziers) are not allowed. A gas BBQ is provided for your convenience.

Check-in time is 3pm. Check-out time is strictly 10:00am, to allow time for the housekeeping staff to prepare the property for next guests.

The quote provided will be based on the number of people you advise on. If you have additional guests please let us know to avoid breaking the terms and conditions of your stay. If extra guests are found at the property (CCTV at entry points of the property are monitored), or numbers do not match the booking, there will be a $300 charge deducted from security held for each undeclared and unauthorised person per day and we will render you liable for immediate termination of the booking. No refund will be given.

Damage, Breakages, Theft and Loss are the tenants responsibility during their stay. You agree to inform us immediately of any damages relating to the property and/or its contents.

No smoking is permitted inside and all butts have to be picked up outside prior to your departure. You will be charged extra from your bond if we have to pick up smoke butts from the external areas. There is no smoking allowed in the house at all.

A quiet period must be maintained 10:00pm Sun-Thu and 11pm Fri-Sat. Excessive noise will render you liable for immediate termination of the booking. No refund will be given.

Any damage to the property or the contents will be charged to the client.
We understand that accidents happen but please treat the property with respect and everyone will have a good time!

The Gully Retreat does not accept any responsibility for loss or damage of the tenant's personal property.

Pool heating will be activated from December to end of March and/or once the ambient temperature is above 20 degrees, a fee per booking apples if pool heating is requested in colder periods (Please request fee to be added to booking ). Pool system fully automated (2 x daily cycles). Pool heating must be activated by guest on arrival and no other operation required (do not turn any valves).
* Additional $200 for Heater activation outside Dec-Mar applies.

The Gully Retreat is a perfect place of relaxation for families and mature adults and is not suitable for Schoolies, parties or events.

WE HAVE IMPLEMENTED ADDITIONAL CLEANING & DISINFECTING PROTOCOLS TO ENSURE HEALTH & SAFETY FOR ALL OUR GUESTS

Property manager

Sergio

Amenities

Pool
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Parent supervision required

Events

No events allowed
Relaxation for families and mature adults

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Outdoor designated area

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
Note from host: Relaxation for families and mature adults
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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Melbourne

Located near the beach, this holiday home is in Rosebud, a neighbourhood in Melbourne. Peninsula Hot Springs and The Mornington Peninsula Walk Trailhead are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Rosebud Bushland Reserve and Two Bays Walking Track Trailhead. Travelling with kids? Consider Peninsula Stand Up Paddle and Boneo Maze & Wetlands Centre. Surfing/body boarding and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.
Map
Rosebud, VIC

What's nearby

  • Rosebud Beach - 4 min drive
  • Rosebud Country Club - 4 min drive
  • Mornington Peninsula Visitor Information Centre & Regional Booking Service - 4 min drive
  • Peninsula Hot Springs - 8 min drive
  • The Enchanted Adventure Garden - 9 min drive

Getting around

  • Moorooduc Station - 23 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 4 min drive
  • KFC - 5 min drive
  • Donut King - 4 min drive
  • Waterfall Gully Cafe - 13 min walk
  • Subway - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Family Retreat have a pool?

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

Is Family Retreat pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Family Retreat?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Family Retreat?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Family Retreat located?

This family-friendly Melbourne holiday home is located near the beach, within 2 mi (3 km) of Rosebud Bushland Reserve and Arthurs Seat State Park. Peninsula Stand Up Paddle and Rosebud Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

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9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

9.2/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

9.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

6/10 Okay

Debbie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
House is old & could benefit from an update to the decor, but was very clean.
Owner was very easy to deal with during booking process, allowed an early check-in & refunded part of deposit when guest numbers decreased. However was very disappointed to find beds not made up on arrival then not supplied for all beds. Owner was not happy about having to return for these items & suggested we sleep on mattress tops for one night, which we declined & insisted he return with bedding.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

2/10 Terrible

Sarah H.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Simple. Awkward &
First of I would like to say, Our check in was one of first check ins that we are welcomed by the owners, some would think that’s amazing in the beginning we did but in our case it was a really uncomfortable situation, we didn’t feel comfortable. We felt like we were being judged, & probably one of the reasons they do this kind of check in to actually know what type of people will be staying. It some cases I understand if it was dealt with a little better. We were asked when the rest of us would be arriving, which I don’t know why that would be any of there business. We felt a very disturbing vibe when we realised we had another 2 cameras in the back pool area, which I found very uncomfortable. When approached by the owner he mentioned it was for insurance & policy reasons. It was simply a invasion of privacy. He mentioned they weren’t monitored but hard to believe considering the 2 front cameras are monitored. We constantly felt like we were out of place. None of my family Enjoyed there time, they simply felt uncomfortable & felt like we were being watched duration of our time. We received a message from the owner during our stay that laundry delivery was coming which they had access to the gate code were we had our cars parked, & again we were not comfortable with this, so we asked the owner if he was able to change the time he will be dropping off the laundry. I felt as if they had no respect to privacy & no respect to the visitors renting out there property for almost a week. It was disappointing as we take trips once a year and it wasn’t what we expected. It was just awkward & uncomfortable in the beginning. The house was nice & cosy but we will no be coming back to this property again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nishaant K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay at this retro property
Beautiful stay over Christmas at this retro decor property. Very clean property. :lovely communication and the pool was great for the kids. Had fun will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Claudine S., Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best Time Ever
There is not enough space here to write everything I want to. Sergio is first rate at being in communication. The house was amazing, spacious, loved the retro decor, although the furnishings were very modern and warm too. Checkin was super easy and great to meet the owners. Unfortunately too chilly to appreciate the fabulous outdoor area and pool. The location was great for our purposes and it was very secure. Thanks guys for having our 10 crazy cats (human ones) we had an absolute blast!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect long weekend away
We had a really nice time last weekend staying at this property! Great big house - we loved the pool. Perfect location too, did some trips to local breweries, beaches and other peninsula hot spots. Sergio the host was a great communicator, everything went really smoothly.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021

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