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Cottage by the sea and only an hour and a quarter from Melbourne.

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Beach
Bathroom
Room
Living area

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

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

About this property

Cottage by the sea and only an hour and a quarter from Melbourne.

'FLOUNDER FLAT'

Cosy 3 bedroom house on the water with own private beach on the wonderful Bellarine Peninsula.

Bring your tinny for launching from the beach.

Drive down the cutting to an oasis of comfort and relaxation, all mod cons including air conditioning, flat screen TV, DVD player, BBQ and beautiful bathroom and bedrooms.

Curlewis is an unspoilt seaside hamlet with beautiful bird life only an hour and bit drive from Melbourne.

Our cottage provides an ideal retreat from the stress and strain of busy city living. A great relaxed getaway ideally suited to couples and small families.

Our beach is all of a 1 minute walk.

A perfect getaway

Explore everything the Bellarine Peninsula has to offer from our cottage:

Wineries

Restaurants

Golf courses

Fishing

Surf & bay beaches

Markets

Linen and towels can be provided upon request at additional cost.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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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
Length of stay. Min stay is two nights. Long weekends a 3 night min. applies. Xmas holidays (mid Dec to end of Jan) requires a minimum 5 night stay.
Cleaning. House is to be left in the same condition as you find it, otherwise a cleaning fee of $120 will be deducted from the bond.
Minimum of 24 hours required on booking request

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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Curlewis

Located in Curlewis, this holiday home is near theme parks and on the beach. Old Geelong Gaol and Pilots' Cottages are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Lorne Reserve and Bellarine I110 Bushland Reserve. Adventure Park Geelong and Bellarine Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Jet skiing, kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding nearby.
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Curlewis, VIC

What's nearby

  • Baie Wines - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Curlewis Golf Club - 10 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Adventure Park Geelong - 14 min drive - 11.4 km
  • Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal - 30 min drive - 30.5 km
  • Point Impossible Nudist Beach - 48 min drive - 49.4 km

Getting around

  • Drysdale Station - 8 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Leopold Sportsmans Club - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Jetty Rd Fish & Chips - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ronniez Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Noble Foods - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage by the sea and only an hour and a quarter from Melbourne. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Cottage by the sea and only an hour and a quarter from Melbourne.?

As of 13 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Cottage by the sea and only an hour and a quarter from Melbourne. on 23 Apr 2026 start from AU$256, 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 Cottage by the sea and only an hour and a quarter from Melbourne.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cottage by the sea and only an hour and a quarter from Melbourne.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage by the sea and only an hour and a quarter from Melbourne.?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cottage by the sea and only an hour and a quarter from Melbourne. located?

Situated on the beach, this holiday home is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Baie Wines and within 3 miles (5 km) of Leura Park Estate and Lake Lorne Reserve. Curlewis Golf Club is 2.8 mi (4.6 km) away.

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. 103 out of 134 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 25 out of 134 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 134 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 134 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 134 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Narelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
I can’t wait to come back!
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Charlie M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very nice will be back again
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect isolation
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Henning K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Everything was fantastic. Even better than in the photos. Tim was a great host, seamless communication. Will consider staying hete again.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Leah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
well stocked kitchen, games and DVDs.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Katherine B.

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

Great location off grid

Great place to stay off grid but close to good coffee and beaches.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Ankur P.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Cleanliness
The place was very cosy with a perfect view. The place needed a thorough clean and also was a bit difficult to locate.The kitchen had all the utensils.Overall a very comfortable stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Anamaria B.

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

The stay was very nice and quiet only the second night was very windy. A little old style but nice

Was a nice stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

susan r.

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

Perfect location

Lovely time away
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely relaxing comfortable place, well equipped kitchen. Great wood burner to add to cosy atmosphere. The split system worked well too. Beautiful location.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Stewart h.

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

Flounder Flats

This property was absolutely beautiful, beach access and great views. It was nice and quiet. I would defiantly stay here again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ronnie B.

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

Amazing property and location

Our family of 4 had the most wonderful stay!! It is such a great property and we could totally relax!! Will visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Barry H.

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

A Lovely Hideaway.

The cottage was clean and very comfortable, providing everything we needed for our waterfront stay. The view across the bay to the You Yangs was amazing and the location was a great base for exploring the area. We thoroughly enjoyed our visit and hope to return soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Asiye G.

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

Great location

The location was fantastic, offering stunning views. The kids enjoyed playing in the front yard and watching rabbits hop by. We would certainly book it again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carlie S.

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

Serenity

Such a beautiful, relaxing, non touristy place.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

JC Y.

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

Weekend in Paradise

Away from hustle and bustle. If Peace & quiet is what you seek, this is the place.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle M.

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

Amazing, beautiful and quiet location

Had an amazing couple of days, location was perfect for what I wanted, amazing views and plenty of privacy. Lots of bird life, saw dolphins on first day, very quiet location perfect to unwind. Would definitely go back again and again
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandeep B.

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

Wonderful stay at this place

It's a beautiful and isolated location right by the beach, with plenty of space for kids to play. All the amenities needed for a comfortable stay were provided, and we truly enjoyed our time here. It was a relaxing and rejuvenating retreat.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Ruth T.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This property was down a very dangerous gravel road and incorrect address was supplied. We could not find the property and are waiting for our refund.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Serah R.

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

Tranquil and overlooking the water

Not a great swimming spot, but otherwise beautiful views, quiet getaway and not far from other beaches. Friendly hosts.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

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

Lovely place

This is lovely place with stunning ocean view, we all enjoyed to stay even though we had bad weather...it has everything you could possibly want in a home stay
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sally O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet, quaint and quintessential. The distance to the beach is glorious. The amenities available ate wonderful. There was limited phone service which i appreciated. My girls haven't spent so much time interacting together since they wereyoung children. Many activities to keep children occupied. Comfortable beds and Tim was wonderful to deal with.
Picture perfect location
Wood heater available
Night view from cabin
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Hayden N.

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

Great view

Nice quiet location , spacious for the kids Great views

10/10 Excellent

Madeline V.

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

Excellent holiday house & location!

We really enjoyed our star at Flounder Flat. An excellent location & view & lovely comfortable house. Would come back in the future for sure.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Debbie F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
View excellent but windows needed cleaning. Needed a deep clean and a general tidy up. We didn’t realise there was another dwelling attached to our house. Very quiet area and wasn’t aware if there were residents next door.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

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