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Escape@EIGHT - Smiths Beach

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A wooden viewing platform overlooking a beach with a clear view of the ocean and distant cliffs.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, an air conditioning unit, a framed picture, and a decorative wall piece.
A two-story house with a garage, a balcony, and a covered porch.
A backyard with various plants and a wooden fence.
A bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, a lamp, a window with blinds, and a wall painting.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Near the sea, this 3-bedroom vacation home accommodates 8 guests with 1 bathroom. It features a patio, yard, and balcony for outdoor enjoyment. Families can explore nearby Smiths Beach and the beach known as YCW (which stands for 'Your Choice Waterfront') while adventure seekers enjoy water sports, including windsurfing and scuba diving. The property also includes games.

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation

    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.

  • Garage parking available

    Enjoy the convenience of garage parking - a rare offering in the area.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.

  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Close to Smiths Beach
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue
  • Patio
  • Air-conditioning
  • Dryer
  • Onsite parking available
  • Refrigerator

Explore the area

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Smiths Beach, VIC
  • Place, Smiths Beach
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, YCW Beach
    ‪10 min walk‬
  • Place, A Maze'N Things
    ‪3 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Bunk Beds

1 bathroom, 2 half bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Jetted bathtub · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Escape@EIGHT - Smiths Beach

Two storey beach house, front and rear balcony, 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 1 separate toilet, 2 living areas, double lockup garage, secure yard, close walk to the beach.

What will you find when you get there?

Welcome to our house, upstairs you will find lounge with entertaining needs - Smart TV, audio system, dvd player (and many dvds), dining area for seating 8, fully equipped modern kitchen including microwave and dishwasher and cupboards full of the things you left at home, including the Potato peeler. Main bedroom with queen size bed, second bedroom with 2 single beds, large bathroom with separate shower, jet-bath and toilet. Sit on the rear balcony and watch the sunset or front balcony and enjoy a bbq and chill.
Downstairs another living area with TV, 3rd bedroom with 2 bunks sleeping 4, 2nd bathroom, separate toilet and fully equipped laundry with washing machine, dryer and iron. In the double lockup garage you will find spare fridge, boogie boards, badminton, skittles and outdoor chairs.

Note:
LINEN NOT SUPPLIED (unless International Sporting Week/end)
PETS NOT PERMITTED at the property.

What to do when you get there?

Bring your bikes and ride all over the island, or just let the kids ride on our private road free of beach traffic.
A drive into Cowes will take you 6 minutes or 2 minutes to the Grand Prix and Go Kart tracks.
Penquins are only 10mins down the road and seal rock a little further.
Visit Phillip Island Winery 5 mins down the road to enjoy an amazing meal, wine in The Yards, great spot for kids to run wild too.
Visit Rhyll and make sure you grab some fish & Chips at Tyde - best on the island.
Visit Churchill Island for the market or Jazz festival or just wander around the homestead.
Check out our information basket for lots of other things to do if you want a day away from the beach.
We hope you enjoy your stay, and feel free to ring my mobile at any time to assist.
We love our guest reviews too!
Enjoy your stay! Pamela

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM

Check out before 10:00 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

Important information

You need to know

Property # 9023794
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Smiths Beach

Located in Smiths Beach, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. National Vietnam Veterans Museum and Pt Leo Estate Sculpture Park are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Koala Conservation Reserve and A Maze'N Things. Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit and Phillip Island Wildlife Park are also worth visiting. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Smiths Beach, VIC

What's nearby

  • Smiths Beach - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • YCW Beach - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Koala Conservation Reserve - 3 min drive - 3.1 km
  • A Maze'N Things - 3 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit - 5 min drive - 3.8 km

Getting around

  • Tyabb Station - 73 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 163 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Rusty Water Brewery - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Tides of Rhyll - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Bani's Restaurant & Bar - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Fork N Waffle - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Corner Burgers Beer Shakes - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Escape@EIGHT - Smiths Beach pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Escape@EIGHT - Smiths Beach?

As of 19 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Escape@EIGHT - Smiths Beach on 7 Nov 2026 start from AU$970, 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 Escape@EIGHT - Smiths Beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Escape@EIGHT - Smiths Beach?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Escape@EIGHT - Smiths Beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Escape@EIGHT - Smiths Beach located?

Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Smiths Beach and YCW Beach. Koala Conservation Reserve and A Maze'N Things are also within 1 mile (2 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. 61 out of 68 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 68 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 68 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 68 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Great location
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Had a great weekend away at Smith's Beach. The apartment was extremely clean and comfortable, and the communication from the host was excellent. Great location too. Highly recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Awesome place as it has everything that you need!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved staying at Escape@Eight. The property was clean and tidy, great sized rooms, comfortable beds. We loved the proximity to the beach. The area was quiet and peaceful. Thanks for having us!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our week at Smiths Beach. Perfect location for multiple trips to the beach each day! Very comfortable house with everything we needed. Kids already asking when can we go back.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent location and lovely house

We had a great stay at Pamela's. The kitchen was extremely well equipped, the house was clean and you could not beat the location. We will stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent position and value

Lovely well equipped townhouse in excellent location. Will stay again for sure.
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Enjoyable stay

Second time staying here, was just as good as the first. Clean, well stocked with everything you need and a great location. Won’t be the last time we’ll stay.
Stayed 16 nights in Dec 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

The property was very clean and 2 minutes walk to the beach.

The property was very clean and in excellent condition.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in

Was a great spot

Location location
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic holiday home

We throughly enjoyed our stay, great house very well equipped in a brilliant location. Extremely clean and tidy, will definitely use it again
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept 2023
Jodie, thanks so much it is always great to hear guests enjoy it as much as we do. Hope to see you again soon.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

excellent

Love the place, will definitely book again.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Home away from home

feels like home, well stocked, clean and lovely communication with owner
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great spot

Our third time staying at Escape@EIGHT and it was as good as the previous two times. Clean, fully equipped and a great location.
Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent stay

The property was clean and well equipped with items you may need for a short stay. Very close to the beach and close proximity to other attractions on the island. Thank you Pamela for letting us stay at your property. We really had a good time.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Sparkling clean, and an amaazing location.

This property was super clean and well appointed. The beds were comfortable and there were lots of little added touches like coffee and chocolates. What a lovely stay.Of course, the real star is the location. Just 3 minutes walk to smiths beach and 2 minutes to the cafe.Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect family stay

We had such a relaxing stay at Pamela’s place! The house was super clean and comfortable and had everything we needed. The location was perfect, close to shop & beach, but quiet. Pamela was friendly , responsive, helpful and a pleasure to communicate with. We can’t wait to come back and stay again!
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Highly recommended

Loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great Location, great propery

Great please for my family to stay. Close to the beach and the house has everything you could want... including no wifi!
Stayed 13 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Excellent

Outstanding
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Lovely

Clean & well stocked with all the basics
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The location of this property is it's highlight. Just a walk to the beach and cafe. The house itself is very comfortable, with a large garage to keep surf boards etc (they also have boogie boards and games for kids). Downstairs had a separate bedroom with bunks and an ensuite and small lounge/tv - perfect for my teenage son and upstairs was a well equipped kitchen, lounge, 2 bedrooms and bathroom. The phone signal and wifi has a very weak signal so there was not streaming services and I was unable to log into work which I had hoped to do, however I can't say I complained! Switching off was a pleasure and with the beach around the corner we had no need to the tv! They did have a selection of dvds however if you really wanted to chill in front of a movie. Pamela was an amazing host. She was very responsive, attentive and courteous A pipe had fallen outside the property and she had a plumber over within a couple of hours to fix it. Amazing service. Thank you Pamela for a wonderful stay. We will be back
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Perfect family get away

We have come to the island at least twice year for the last 9 years as we love it! We’ve stayed all over the island but love to be close to our favourite beach - Smiths beach. This was perfect as it’s a short walk to the beach. The house was thoughtfully furnished and well stocked. The boogie boards were a bonus as we forgot to bring ours. It was very clean and we all felt very comfortable with my 16 year old downstairs with his own bathroom and bedroom. The 12 year old had her own room upstairs. Perfectly set out for us. There were cards, dvds, kids books, badminton, cricket sets. Very thoughtful.Short walk to the cafe for a coffee too. We swam 2 times a day with the outdoor shower perfect to ensure no sand comes into the house. Loved the house - we’ll be back! Thanks Pamela - you were a terrific host
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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

Great house and location

Short walk to Smiths Beach and general store. 10 mins drive to Cowes. House was very clean and comfortable. Pamela was a great host and communicator. Had great breakfasts at M&O and Penny Lane. Nice dinner at Rusty Waters Brewery.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

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

Nice time

We had a nice time. The only concern was the stairs were steep (a bit too steep for toddlers). The balcony’s are more suited for older children also. And the house is more of a town house with neighbours directly next to you side by side. You can hear the waves of the beach which was lovely. We went on the Easter holidays and for some reason a lot of activities and restaurants were not open on Monday and Tuesday and even some Wednesday. The Smith corner store (more of a gourmet cafe) was lovely but $$$$$ and shuts at 3pm. Wish we had of known so we would have booked for a weekend.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

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