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Portarlington Beach House

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Interior
Beach
Beach
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Portarlington, VIC
  • Place, Portarlington Waterfront
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Portarlington Flora and Fauna Reserve
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Portarlington Recreation Reserve
    ‪19 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)
    ‪56 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Queen Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 2

Main bathroom and En suite

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Portarlington Beach House

The beach is your BACKYARD with no roads to cross.
Situated in a lovely private location in Portarlington with 180 degree views.
The house has spectacular views indoors and out, of The Bay, YouYang mountains and Melbourne's skyline.
The house is spacious and fully renovated with open living kitchen,
dinning and lounge room, all situated on the upper level upstairs.

- Please note that Linen and Towels are NOT provided.
- Please bring your own linen, towels and pillowcases
- Doonas and Pillows ARE provided.

A balcony offering even better views. The house offers space that brings the outdoors and spectacular views indoors.
Lots of private parking for jet skies, boats, kayak.
Boat Ramp 20m from house.
Beach 10m from house.
Walk to town along the beach 1.7km
Lots of wineries around the area.
Sailboat Club 50m from the house.
Children's train ride 20m from house.
Town centre 5 min drive.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue

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House Rules

Check in after 1:00 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

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
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

Portarlington

Located in Portarlington, this holiday home is next to a golf course and on the beach. Fort Queenscliff Museum and Salt Contemporary Art are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Pilots' Cottages and The Black Lighthouse. Port Phillip Heads Marine National Park and Bellarine Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for water adventures such as fishing and other activities like winery tours.
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Portarlington, VIC

What's nearby

  • Portarlington Waterfront - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Portarlington Flora and Fauna Reserve - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Portarlington Recreation Reserve - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • Portarlington Ferry Dock - 6 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal - 36 min drive - 43.7 km

Getting around

  • Drysdale Station - 10 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 62 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Jetty Rd Fish & Chips - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Grand Hotel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Ronniez Cafe - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Arlo - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Port Pier Cafe - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Portarlington Beach House pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Portarlington Beach House?

As of 1 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Portarlington Beach House on 5 Apr 2026 start from AU$495, 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 Portarlington Beach House?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Portarlington Beach House?

Check-in begins at 1:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Portarlington Beach House?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Portarlington Beach House located?

Situated in Portarlington, this golf holiday home is steps away from Portarlington Flora and Fauna Reserve and Portarlington Waterfront. Portarlington Recreation Reserve and Portarlington Ferry Dock are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 2 out of 39 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

9.2/10

Check-in

8.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

8.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Umut C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great location
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Host was welcoming, and amenities were good. Enjoyable stay, great location, easily accessible.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

melanie D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was such a perfect holiday spot for our family and visitors from NZ. The view is incredible and the house has enough space for everyone to relax and get into holiday mode. A highlight for us was walking along the beach one night into town to the carnival which the kids absolutely loved. Memories for a lifetime. Thanks very much to the hosts for sharing their magical spot with us. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barbara M.

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

Family break

Excellent property, great location, very comfortable.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

zenobia S.

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

Family gate away with grandparents

Perfect location right on the beach. Loved watching boats go past. Next door to the miniature railway. Enjoyed walks on the beach. Definitely would like to come back.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ibi H.

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

House

Beautiful nice and clean house loved evrey minute of it
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2021
Archival

2/10 Terrible

Stuart G.

bad service

Owners didn't reply a request think this is very poor
Verified

4/10 Poor

Shinay D.

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

Inaccurate listing

While in a great location for us, the house itself was extremely disappointing. We arrived to discover that there is a unit downstairs that is used by the owners. Therefore we did not have access to the shaded areas downstairs in the yard. They had numerous visitors coming with large cars coming in the yeard which was a concerns with our small kids. The family were also sitting outside smoking which affected our use of the balcony in the evening. The upstairs unit was ok. However many flyscreens were broken, despite being eaten alive by mosquitos, this is also a significant safety issue with small kids as it left an upstairs window with no barrier. There is only one fan for the 4 bedrooms which during the hot weather a fan for each room would be beneficial. The kitchen supplies are absolute bare minimum. There is no shade on the balcony at all, so only really able to use in the evening. I would normally overlook some of these small things, but our whole stay was tainted by the family staying below. This is an upstairs unit not a house!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Nadia K.

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

Great beach view

Overall we had a nice stay at this property. The kids had fun and the beach was pretty much in front of the house. Josie was really nice and very accommodating with our needs. Once flatscreens are installed and cover of some sort on the balcony to have alittle shade from the heat it would be great. We will go back again . Thanks Josie and Paul
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Golam S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Good

This accommodation is only meters away from the waters and a walking track which made the stay very relaxing. Great for morning and evening walks and to watch sunset. The house has a spacious lounge and dining areas and a long verandah with a view of the ocean. The beds are comfortable and the furniture are in good condition. Overall a good place to stay to unwind and relax. However, there were a few disappointments which the owners can easily address: 1. Kitchen is poorly equipped e.g. no dishwashing liquid provided. 2. No basic toiletries e.g. hand-soap or handwash. 3. Insufficient toilet paper which we had to request. 4. Some of the windows looked like they haven’t been cleaned for a while. Our biggest disappointment was when we reported the basin in the bathroom was partially blocked making the water flow very slowly to the extent that it practically became unusable, there was no response from the owner. We stayed 3 nights -so we had to suffer this inconvenience during the entire stay, which was a particular problem in the mornings. Some general comments about the location and its surrounds which others may find helpful: The pristine St . Leonard’s beach is only a 15 min drive and St Leonard’s hotel/pub has a good lunch menu and friendly staff. A few cafes/restaurants on Newcombe street only 6 min drive, where you can get great coffee and also good choice of lunch or dinner. St. Leonard’s salt lagoon is worth a visit, if you don’t mind the smell at the approach. We would recommend this accommodation if the owners take some care to address the items we mentioned above.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

penny r.

Liked: Location
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication

Spacious place with poor amenities

Shower drain was blocked, fly screens were ripped and we couldn't open the windows. Place was full of dust and spider Webb's and spiders were in the room. No bins in the bathrooms and no cleaning products were in the kitchen.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rhett B.

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

Great Location

This stay was presented clean and tidy, it gives a nice boutique hotel feeling but with enough space and utilities for decent sized groups. Right on the the beach with beautiful views and a 25 minute walk into town along a nice beach trail. This property was a great fit for my group of friends and I to celebrate NYE 2021. The host always had great communication, we spoke many times, in person and over the phone, excellent service and super friendly. Would stay here again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna K.

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

Wedding celebrations

We stayed for 3 nights at this property prior to and during the festivities of our daughter’s wedding at Terindah Estate. Josie and her family could not have been more welcoming leaving us a bottle of champagne and treats bringing us champagne flutes- so all our bridal party could celebrate in style as we prepared, had our hair and make-up done with this sensational backdrop of the water right in front of us. We had photos on the balcony. Rooms were fabulous, each with their own sea view and bathrooms and kitchen clean modern and perfect for our needs. I highly recommend this property. We had a wonderful time!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

Mary C.

Liked: Check-in, communication
Disliked: Listing accuracy

Ok location but disappointing experience

It was an ok location, yes easy access to the beach, but the beach was smelly and not really somewhere I would swim. Having said that, that isn't the owners fault. What I found disappointing however was the price and what we got. The view was lovely, but the place overall was dusty and dirty with sand all over the floors, even though the cleaner was supposedly there before us. Not even anything to clean dishes with or any basic milk or coffee that you get in our places and you pay 1/2 the price with just as lovely views. The owners told me 1 day before check in that they would be staying below. The whole time they were outside with constant visitors, so no real freedom for us to use the grassland, we felt more comfortable across the road and the reserve to kick the footy. Also they had the dog, which overall was quiet but barked when people would pass. Disappointing that it didn't feel like a place where we couldnt really be alone.l and relax without feeling watched. There was only one key for all of us to share, I had to ask for a second key, but was told that it usually isn't provided, but was happy to give it to us, so accommodating but I would suggest they get another key at least! There was one fan that we all had to share, for the four bedrooms that was extremely disappointing, considering that we paid a fortune for the property. No Linnen or towels, which was mentioned in the listing, and really can't fault that, but the dooner covers were so dusty. So much for hygiene during covid! . Very disappointing and wouldn't stay there again. The owners were nice, but not honest with their listing.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lucinda W.

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

Relaxing girls weekend away

Awesome views Great location Spacious Easy to communicate with Relaxing
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jessica H.

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

Great getaway with friends

Host was so hospitable and flexible with booking. The house is in the perfect location and holds a good amount of people. Was a lovely weekend away!
Stayed 1 night in May 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma V.

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

Great weekend

Great property
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2021
Verified

2/10 Terrible

Theresa W.

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

Overwhelmingly disappointed!!!!!!!

Apart from the water views, there is nothing good to say about this property. It looks and feels very much a long deserted house, cold and unwelcome. Grasses were long, and rubbish were laying around. Apart from spider webs and thousands and thousands of flying insects waiting to get in with us or into us (if we speak), it provides nothing, not even a spare rubbish bin in a bathroom, or enough toilet rolls for the guests. And not even a small carton of milk. We were not certain whether we went to the correct property. There was no communication regarding check-in etc. For the one night price of $$$, it was a total rip-off. Would not recommend to anyone. It is truly a horrible experience in a (feel-like) haunting house. Bad!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

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

Very quiet and peaceful

A great house, as advertised. The host was a great communicator and made the check-in process very easy. The house was clean and the views are spectacular. Very enjoyable after a long day on the golf course. We will be back in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Morteza K.

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

Beautiful view

This property has good view with kindly ownner .evreything was good .we had lovely days in. I hope can go again there.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Paul A.

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

Golf Weekend

The property is in a great location in Portarlington, right on the water and close to shops and golf courses in the surrounding towns. The check in process was very easy and property was as described. We had a great weekend and would do again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

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

This house presents the perfect canvas for any holiday, just bring accessories.

Perfect canvas for any holiday, just close enough to town but far enough from the holiday crowds... boat ramp conveniently located 200 metres from the front door. Rooms are spacious and every room has an amazing view. There is a children’s park located 400m away and the beach is literally on your door step. We have the privilege of meeting the owners family who stayed in their apartment downstairs while we were there and shared some cooking tips. If staying in summer and you get very hot would recommend bringing a fan for the bedroom. We had a great stay and are planning to go back again next month.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Wayne O.

Liked: Communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness

Quick stay not what we thought.

For the price per night definitely not worth the money. Had to take our own bed linen and towels. House smelt of smoke when turned on air conditioner. Bins full of rubbish and drinks left in the fridge. Overall not what we expected.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

David L.

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

Wow! What a view!

Fantastic view from the balcony overlooking the bay, great sunset photos to the left, and pier boat ramp to the right. Spacious floorplan with a huge dining table to fit everyone. Another toilet would've been great but with the view and location, other faults are easily forgotten. The Property Manager was helpful and understanding - making our stay a breeze! Great house, I will definitely stay there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susanne W.

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

The most amazing location

Thank you Josie for a wonderful stay at your property over the New Year Period! The house was just as stated and clean throughout. Its the perfect location to sit back and unwind- thank you and we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020

About the host

Hosted by Josie Papa

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What makes this property unique

Beach is at your door step. All open living with lots of space. Amazing views from inside and out of the YuYang Mountains, Melbourne sky lines lots more.
The jetty for boats and JetSkis is walking distance from the house.

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