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
Walk to Royal Melbourne Golf Club
3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8
Popular amenities
Porch or veranda
Dog-friendly
Toys
Barbecue
Free Wi-Fi
Air-conditioning
Explore the area
Black Rock, VIC
Half Moon Beach
Place, Half Moon Beach
10 min walk
Royal Melbourne Golf Club
Place, Royal Melbourne Golf Club
14 min walk
Sandringham Beach
Place, Sandringham Beach
3 min drive
Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
Airport, Melbourne, VIC (MEL-Tullamarine)
50 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Queen Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Double Bed
2 bathrooms
Bathroom/laundry
Toilet · Shower only
Main Bathroom
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
About this property
Beach Cottage best location near beach & shops
Beach Cottage is ranked #1 by Stayz in the Black Rock area.
Quiet, Spacious 3 bedroom house near great beach, parks (50 metres away) playgrounds (50 metres away) Golf Course (300 metres away) Bowling club accross the road with barefoot bowls on Friday nights for all the family, tennis court accross the road and walking tracks. Start the day with a cliff top walk with panoramic views of Half Moon Bay, the Cerberus Shipwreck and the skyline of Melbourne. There is a popular hairdresser and award winning Thai Restaurant at the other end of the street. Stop for a coffee and breakfast in many of the coffee shops in Black Rock village or Sandringham. If you like to sit right on the water and have a coffee then you can choose Half Moon Bay (10 minute walk) which has a coffee shop and restaurant 10 metres from the water. Or you can buy fish and chips and sit on the beach overlooking the city skyline and Half Moon Bay with the shipwreck, cliffs and Half Moon Bay. Half Moon Bay is host to the World Championship Yacht Races every couple of years and is a very popular fishing spot off the pier and a popular launching spot for fishing boats and sailing boats. We offer a cleaning service and linen change at your own expense, please discuss with Jan if required.
Golf, Fishing, Beach, Coffee, Shopping,Bowls,Tennis
The house has large rooms a stocked book case games & toys for the younger ones. We supply tea coffee washing powder etc. everything is there for you to walk in and make yourself comfortable just like home. We have provided a Starter Information Pack for you with some interesting reading in the "Where can I go, what can I do?" compendium which you will find on the coffee table in front of your 55 inch Plasma TV. The house is the last one in a cul de sac and hence it is very quiet and very safe for pets and kids if they wish to play at the front. There is a basketball ring attached to the tree just outside the front of the house which is often a great meeting place for kids to shoot a hoop together. There is a carport & a large open front yard for off street parking etc.
Black Rock and the surrounding areas are very popular because of the varied world class facilities that are in very close proximity. Within 500 metres you have Royal Melbourne Golf Club and the rest of the other sand belt golf courses. Then you have Sandringham Yacht Club and Black Rock Saling Club. These are within walking distance either along the beach or along the cliff top with its spectacular views of the bay and the city skyline. We also have the family friendly sandy beaches, sailing venues, cycling paths, jogging tracks, and village atmosphere of its unique shopping precincts at Hampton (Hampton Street) Black Rock Village, Beaumaris (The Concourse) and Brighton, (Church Street).
The bus stop is at the end of the street and goes to the station or Southland the largest shopping mall in the Southern Hemisphere. Driving to the city can be either by Beach Road (the scenic route) or Nepean Highway, either journey taking approximately 20 minutes depending on traffic.
Bicycle track passes the front of the house We have a minimum seven night stay for Christmas bookings.
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
No noisy gatherings.
Must clean up after your pet
No pets on furniture or beds.
Important information
You need to know
Property # 9083493
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
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property, but there are gas appliances; 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 first aid kit
About the area
Melbourne
Located in Black Rock, a neighbourhood in Melbourne, this holiday home is next to a golf course and near the beach. Melbourne Central and Collins Street are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Brighton Beach and St Kilda Beach. Travelling with kids? Make time for SEA LIFE Melbourne, or head to an event or a match at Melbourne Cricket Ground. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and cycling nearby.
Is Beach Cottage best location near beach & shops pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at Beach Cottage best location near beach & shops?
As of 5 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beach Cottage best location near beach & shops on 21 June 2026 start from AU$404, 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 Beach Cottage best location near beach & shops?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Beach Cottage best location near beach & shops?
Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Beach Cottage best location near beach & shops?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Beach Cottage best location near beach & shops located?
This family-friendly Melbourne holiday home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Royal Melbourne Golf Club and Sandringham Beach. Brighton Beach and Elwood Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
This was prefect for our family stay everything is within walking distance- caretaker made our stay even more enjoyable, thanks
Tracey W.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thanks Tracey for your kind words, it was a pleasure to have you stay & the comment was made by the caretaker what a lovely family you are. Kind Regards Jan
The property was spotless and well equipped. We felt as though it was a home away from home. Our host was very helpful and friendly. I highly recommend this beautiful holiday home. Our holiday was perfect.
Lyn C.
Stayed 10 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Feb 2025
Thank you for reviewing my property Lyn.
You were a pleasure to host.
The property was left clean & tidy.
So lovely to meet you.
Regards
Jan
Archival
8/10 Good
Debbie B.
6 June 2017
Great location
Great location, well equipped. Kids loved the basketball hoop and the park across the road. Would have liked additional heaters in the bedrooms
Debbie B.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Glad you enjoyed Beach Cottage Debbie, thank you for your feedback. Regards Jan
Property is a great place for a stay in Bayside area. Well equipped with all the comforts of home. Walking distance to the beach with a great trail for walking or biking. Enjoyed watching the bowls across from the house. Appreciated the entertainment available on the big screen TV, too. Lovely stay!
We had a lovely 5 days at Black Rock over Christmas. The accommodation was perfect for our family. The kitchen is great, love the gas cooking! Very clean property and close to our family which was great. Also easy to get to the city with trains a short drive away.Jan is a great host and communicateswell. well. TJan
Jenny R.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Jan 2025
Thank you for reviewing Beach Cottage Jenny.
You were great guests and I welcome you back.
Happy New Year.
Regards
Jan
Really enjoyed our stay here over New Year’s. Suited our needs perfectly: tucked away on a quiet cul de sac just up the road from Black Rock village and about a 5 minute walk from the local, dog-friendly beaches.
Lovely, comfortable, spacious and clean, with an admittedly small but well-fenced back yard, that was perfect for our pups.
Jan was super responsive and lovely to deal with - both when booking and on arrival - and the cottage had everything we needed.
In short: perfect for a hassle-free holiday.
The property was conveniently located for our needs and we were grateful that we could extend our stay by an extra four days. Helpful communication when needed - thank you.
Absolutely loved our stay. Private street. Beautiful park across, easy for four children and two adults. We loved it. Thank you!
Ashley A.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Loved having Ashley and family as guests. Thank you for leaving the property in a tidy condition. All bed linen was washed and that was a huge effort thank you lovely guests. Sorry we couldn't accommodate you in December due to previous bookings. Hope to have you back some other time.
Kind Regards
Jan
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Patrick S.
13 Feb 2019
Lovely home close to Black Rock beach and in quiet court
Lovely home -all amenities in quiet court -comfortable for eight and very relaxing.
10 minute stroll to Black Rock beach -will be back
Thanks Jan
Patrick S.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you for taking the time to review Beach Cottage Patrick. We love the Cottage and area too and it's very gratifying to hear you had an enjoyable stay. Look forward to having you stay with us again.
Cheers
Jan
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Daniel B.
17 Nov 2018
Sandbelt Central Location for Golfers
Thanks for letting us stay at the Beach Cottage. Situated just a 9 iron or Pitching Wedge from Royal Melbourne Golf Club, this was an ideal base for our 3 man Sandbelt golf tour. Especially appreciated the help offered by Chester the property manager to make our stay so enjoyable. The Thai restaurant at the end of the street is a must visit. Top quality food at good value. We have recommended Beach Cottage to our golfing friends. Thanks again, Jan.
Daniel B.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Always a pleasure to have such great guests staying at Beach Cottage. Thank you for your recommendation and we welcome you back anytime.
Cheers
Jan
Verified
10/10 Excellent
paul b.
26 Oct 2018
Very comfortable
Hsd a great time lovely position and house was good
paul b.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thanks Paul, thank you for your review. We enjoyed having you at Beach Cottage...Chesters coments were lovely guests.
Kind Regards
Jan
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Nichole T.
6 Apr 2018
I wish we could move in permanently
We had a great time staying here. Very dog friendly, secure and high fences. Beautiful old home which we felt very comfortable in and could have permanent try moved in. Very warm welcome when we arrived. Lots of food choices near by and beaches.
Nichole T.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
What a lovely review Nichole, thank you so much. Have to agree with you its a gorgeous are to visit. We warmly welcome you back and wish you well if you move down this way.
Kind Regards
Jan
Archival
10/10 Excellent
mark J.
21 July 2017
Beach cottage
This is exactly what we needed for our stay as it was close to our family and friends we will use the house again as we visit Melbourne regularly
mark J.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Simone A.
2 May 2017
Awesome House for a Family Holiday!
We spent 11 nights at the Beach Cottage and it was great for a Family. Great location, awesome cottage with all the amenities you need. Very relaxing family home feel that we have had share many memorable times. Kids loved the park across the road. We will be back to stay again.
Simone A.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you for your appreciation Simone, we really enjoyed having you. Look forward to your return. Kind Regards Jan
Archival
10/10 Excellent
14 Feb 2017
Excellent Dog friendly accommodation
The cottage was perfectly located for me, near beaches and parks, at the end of a cul de sac so very quiet. The cottage was clean, equipped with everything that I needed and of particular importance it had a 100% dog proof garden at the back. I hope to book it next time that I visit Melbourne.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Trish you are so kind to review Beach Cottage and thank you for your positive words. I am so sorry I couldn't accommodate you for the extra night. It was a pleasure to have you at the property & look forward to your return. Kind Regards Jan
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Jenny P.
7 Feb 2017
Perfectly quiet cottage near the bay
We loved our stay at the house, it had everything we needed for our stay, plenty of room to fit our visitors. The house is clean and tidy and a short walk to the beach and cafe strip. The house is at the end of a culdesac and was lovely and quiet
Jenny P.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you Jenny, your comments are gratefully received. We enjoyed having you such lovely guests & welcome you back to Beach Cottage. Kind Regards Jan
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Sam B.
2 May 2016
Excellent Value
Comfortable, clean and cosy cottage. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. Close to family in Hampton and to the beach. Great base to explore the Mornington Peninsula. We will probably stay again when visiting family. Thank you
Sam B.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you Sam for taking the time to write such a lovely review. We enjoy making your stay comfortable and memorable and look forward to having you stay with us again. Kind Regards Jan
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Leanne M.
14 Mar 2016
Amazing property
Wow, an awesome house, very comfortable beds and furniture. Close to all amenities and beaches. Easy stroll to local cafes and restaurants. Great place to visit.
Leanne M.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you Mitchell family and it's so pleasing to have grateful guests for our efforts. Also thank you for leaving the property so beautifully clean & tidy. We warmly welcome you back to Beach Cottage. Kind Regards Jan
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Mark H.
3 Feb 2016
Excellent Property
We stayed here for 3 days whilst my daughter was married at Black Rock House, it was fantastic and as advertised, beautiful furniture and everything that was required for a fully self contained stay was there. Also very close to shops and restaurants
Mark H.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you Mark for your fantastic review, I am so glad you enjoyed your stay. Kind Regards Jan
Archival
8/10 Good
Sharon H.
24 Aug 2015
Lovely home
We enjoyed our stay at Beach Cottage which was cosy and very well kept. Great location!
Sharon H.
Archival
8/10 Good
Vicki H.
9 Aug 2015
Great house
Just 2 comments. 3rd bedroom too crowded. Double bed should be taken out and if more beds needed another bunk could be put along other wall.
Blinds or curtains on back windows would help keep in warmth in the winter.
Very well equiped and comfortable house. Proximity of park great for children. My family from Perth really enjoyed their stay and will definitely stay again.
Vicki H.
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Peggy M.
12 Feb 2015
Quiet and comfortable
A wonderful cottage with everything you need. Relaxing and private accommodation very near the beach.
Peggy M.
Archival
6/10 Okay
lynn t.
1 Feb 2015
Average
No bikes as advertised. 2 unrideable bikes delivered after a phone call. We had to arrange our own bikes. Owners continually at property which we found totally out of order.Definetly not the accomodation we were expecting.
lynn t.
About the host
Hosted by Jan Henderson-Drife
Why they chose this property
Best value in Bayside. Rated # 1 in Bayside. Featured on Better Homes & Gardens.
What makes this property unique
Beach Cottage is at the end of a quiet culdesac enabling families to feel safe with children. The bike path passes the front of Beach Cottage, you have the bowling club across the road with tennis courts. The park is next to the bowling club with playground etc. The famous Royal Melbourne Golf Club is a 10 minute walk through beautiful treed paths. Just a 10 minute walk to Half Moon Bay.