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Front yard at Raffs Beach House. Off street parking available
Raffs Beach House- classic Barwon Heads white weatherboard beach house.
Open plan lounge - wall mounted smart TV, Air con and gas log fire.
Lounge room- large wall mounted TV, unlimited WIFI, reverse cycle air con.
Light filled lounge room features scandi style home wares.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Fireplace
    A rare find - cosy up in front of a warm, inviting fireplace.
  • Your gateway to the great outdoors
    Guests love the location for its easy national park access.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Barwon Heads Golf Club
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Air-conditioning
  • Barbecue
  • Fenced yard

Explore the area

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Barwon Heads, VIC
  • Place, Barwon Heads Golf Club
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Frank Ellis Reserve Beach
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, 13th Beach
    ‪15 min walk‬
  • Airport, Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Ensuite One

Toilet · Shower only

Ensuite Two

Toilet · Shower only

Family bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Raff's Beach House Barwon Heads

Raff's Beach House offers family friendly accommodation right in the heart of "old" Barwon Heads.
Centrally located on a quiet street , our beach house is just minutes walk to all beautiful Barwon Heads has to offer; surf and river beaches, cafes, restaurants, eclectic mix of shops and boutiques, Barwon Heads Golf Club and parks.

Raffs Beach House, features crisp white interiors ,floor boards throughout, furnished and styled on trend with Scandi style furnishings and art. Raff's is the ideal beach house for couples or families looking to enjoy a relaxing weekend or short stay beach holiday.

Our beach house sleeps up to 6 guests and features;

3 bedrooms- 2 x Queen bedrooms each with private en suites, one bedroom with 2 single beds serviced by family bathroom.

Quality bedding, linen and towels are provided. BYO beach towels

3 bathrooms - 2 en suites and new family bathroom with shower over bathtub.

Modern galley style kitchen and laundry- includes electric stove/oven, toaster, kettle and kitchen wares, microwave, fridge.

Open plan lounge features 3 seater couch, armchairs , gas log fire, air conditioning, wall mounted smart T.V. Unlimited WIFI is also available for guests to enjoy.


Open plan dining with recycled wood dining table that seats 6.

Very large secure backyard with outdoor deck, BBQ and sun lounges is the perfect spot to relax. Large garden shed is ready to store your beach gear and bikes.
Loads of space for children to run around.

Children's games, books and plastic dinnerware available.

Off street and free street parking available .Just park your car and walk to all the great local spots. Being centrally located and able to walk everywhere is a huge plus during busy summer and peak holiday times.

Local bus stop to Ocean Grove and Geelong is just a few minutes walk away.

***Please note :

Smoking is not permitted in property.

Sorry no pets allowed.

Raff's beach house has a minimum stay requirements:
Minimum 2 night stay during standard periods.
Minimum 7 night stay from 22/12/2017-14/1/2018.
Minimum 3 night stay for public holiday weekends.
Minimum 4 night stay for Easter holidays.

House rules- please be respectful of our beautiful beach house and our neighbours. Sorry we do not allow parties or events to be held at our beach house, maximum of 6 guests per stay.

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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 # 9219057
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 first aid kit

About the area

Barwon Heads

Barwon Heads is home to this holiday home. Fort Queenscliff Museum and Queenscliff Historical Museum are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre and Westfield Geelong. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's going on at Australian Skydive, or consider a night out at Bellarine Estate Winery. Discover the area's water adventures with snorkelling, windsurfing and rafting nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding.
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Barwon Heads, VIC

What's nearby

  • Barwon Heads Golf Club - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Frank Ellis Reserve Beach - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Lake Connewarre Wildlife Reserve - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Raffs Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • 13th Beach - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Marshall Station - 20 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Groove Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Beach Terrace Cafe - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Barwon Heads Hotel - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Starfish Bakery - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Raff's Beach House Barwon Heads pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Raff's Beach House Barwon Heads?

As of 29 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Raff's Beach House Barwon Heads on 30 June 2026 start from AU$457, 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 Raff's Beach House Barwon Heads?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Raff's Beach House Barwon Heads?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Raff's Beach House Barwon Heads?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Raff's Beach House Barwon Heads located?

Situated in Barwon Heads, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Barwon Heads Golf Club, Frank Ellis Reserve Beach and Lake Connewarre Wildlife Reserve. 13th Beach and Raffs Beach are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 56 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 56 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 56 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 56 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hamish K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved this place and will come back when we get to Barwon again. It has a really nice fit out and doesn't feel like a thrown together Stayz place. There's a huge garden - great for the kids running around and playing.We came in early winter, and the heating and gas fireplace worked really well. The oven and stovetop is good as well, which made it great for settling in at night and in the morning.The hosts were also very responsive.We had an issue with the internet dropping out on the TV when trying to use streaming services. Not sure if it was a TV or internet problem. But it was a small thing in an otherwise great Stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 22 June 2026
Thanks so much Hamish for your very kind review. Sorry to hear about the internet dropping out. The TV is new so likely may have been a temporary internet issue, as we haven't had any feedback on this problem previously. We will look into it. Thanks again for choosing Raffs for your family holiday.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anthea M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Accommodation was very comfortable, the house had everything needed for a short or long stay. Decor was gorgeous, and location fantastic. Quiet, but walking distance to the Barwon Heads action.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kelvin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cleanliness of the home.The treats/provisions: chockies, biscuits, milk, cold water in fridge.Outside games for our grandson.Weber BBQ.Board games and books for all ages.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Feb 2026
Thanks so much Kelvin for your super kind review. We are so thrilled you had a great stay at Raffs Beach House.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cass M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had the best time with our family of six visiting Raff’s for the second time. The house had everything we needed for the week, and the yard was perfect for the kids to run around in. There were also lots of books, board games, and treats waiting for us on arrival.The house was clean, comfortable, and well set up, and communication with the hosts was easy and responsive. The location was ideal for exploring Barwon Heads Village and the river. A truly memorable trip — we would definitely recommend this place to others.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jan 2026
Thanks so much Cass and family for your super kind review and for choosing Raffs Beach House again for your summer break. We are so pleased to hear you had another great stay. We hope to host you all again sometime and best wishes for the year ahead.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, very clean home and lovely hosts.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Jan 2026
Thanks so much for your very kind review
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ANNE N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
There are so many great things to say about Raff's Beach House. Comfortable home, great outdoor space with a big deck and grass for the kids to play, great location (less than 10 mins to the beach/river and local shops) and friendly accomodating hosts.Thanks Kim!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jan 2026
Thanks so much Anne and family for your super kind review. We are thrilled you had a great stay. Thank you for being lovely guests and taking great care of Raffs Beach House during your stay.
Verified

8/10 Good

Annette W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house was a classic beach house and had lovely decor and bedding and was very clean. Back yard was also a great spot to enjoy. The host was fantastic and responded straight away to any queries we had. The only thing it lacked was a dishwasher, and the microwave could have been lower down/ on the bench. We had a great stay and would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jono M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
My family and I had a fantastic stay at Kim’s property. She was amazing to deal with in the lead up and made the entire process super simple. The location in Barwon Heads was great also and really easy to get around. I would definitely recommend for people to stay here
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

chris b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great house
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sandra D.

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

Girls weekend

House was well stocked easy access to all locations . Outdoor area is spacious and very comfortable. The only downside for us was the lounge seating was limited as it doesn’t comfortably seat 5. Minor in scheme of things we were out a lot during our stay. Thanks Raff beach house .
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Erin P.

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

Perfect

Couldn’t be happier with our stay! House was perfect in every way for what we needed. Close to everything, very clean and easy communication with Kim. Thank you
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb 2025
Thanks Erin for your very kind review. We are thrilled you enjoyed your stay at Raffs Beach House. Thanks again for being great guests and we hope to host you all again sometime . Warmest Regards, Kim and Matt
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lauren H.

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

Close to everything!

Raffs beach house was lovely. Comfortable and cosy. It is close to the main street and beach. It had everything we needed with a lovely outdoor area.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Feb 2025
Thanks so much Lauren for your very kind review. We are thrilled you had a great stay at Raffs Beach House. Thanks for being lovely guests and we hope to see you again sometime .
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cass M.

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

4 Night Family Stay at Raff’s with Young Children

We had a lovely 4 night stay at Raff’s over the January long weekend. The location was perfectly positioned for walking to the town centre and the river. The local amenities with impressive with lots of good food and coffee options. We also really enjoyed the local book store! The house was great and had all that we needed for our stay and provided adequate space for our family of six. Including 3 bathrooms! The backyard was lovely, peaceful, and perfect for the kids to runaround. We really approached the goodies on arrival and communication was great throughout.We’d love to return!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Janet L.

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

Superb

Absolutely fantastic location! The house was as advertised, very clean and with absolutely everything you could possibly need for a stay. We enjoyed the comfort of the home and the gorgeous outdoors. The patch of sunflowers were truly magnificent and cheery. I could not recommend this property and manager highly enough. One word, fantastic!!
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jan 2025
Thanks Janet for your super kind review. We are thrilled you had a fantastic stay at Raffs Beach House.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Wendy T.

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

perfect

great clean, sunny private beach house, within walking distance of all that Barwon Heads has to offer. Perfect.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Jan 2024
Thanks so much Wendy for your super kind review and for being great guests. Best wishes for the year ahead .
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kirby H.

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

Love this place

We are a family with young children and we loved our stay at Raff’s. The big back yard with grass was amazing for the kids to play round on and the deck was fabulous with couches, a big table and bbq. The house is beautifully styled, had all the things necessary to cook at home. The bedding and towels were high end and comfortable beds to sleep in. Best location close to the beach and shops, yet also tucked away in a quiet street. We will be coming back again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Sept 2023
Thanks so much Kirby and family for your super kind review. We are stoked you all had a great stay at Raffs , enjoying Raffs big backyard and central location. Thanks for being lovely guests and we hope to host you all again sometime !
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura T.

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

Fantastic, cozy house

We stayed with our two kids aged 4 and 7 and had a wonderful time. House was cozy, comfortable, well-appointed and beautifully decorated. We have stayed in many other properties in Barwon Heads but this is our favourite so far. Highly recommend!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 June 2023
Thanks so much Laura and family for your super kind review and high recommendation. We are thrilled you had a wonderful stay at Raffs Beach House. Thanks for being great guests and we hope to host you all again sometime .
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Narelle B.

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

Fabulous

Very cosy house, luved the decor
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 31 May 2023
Thanks Narelle for your kind review and for being great guests !
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simone J.

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

Fabulous House

The house was fabulous. We had a lovely weekend stay as a family. The house was clean, plenty of space for the 6 of us and walking distance to everything. We loved everything about this house. We will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May 2023
Thanks so much Simone and family for your very kind review.and for being awesome guests. We are thrilled you had a great stay. You would be most welcome back anytime !
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elsa H.

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

Lovely holiday cottage

This is the 2nd time we’ve stayed here. It’s a very cute cottage in an amazing location in beautiful Barwon Heads. The cottage is beautifully updated with modern bathrooms and kitchen. The hosts have kitted it out beautifully and we found we everything we needed to cook and BBQ. Gas heater is perfect for the cold evenings. Overall a wonderful place for the family.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Apr 2023
Thanks Elsa for your very kind review. We are so thrilled to hear you had a great stay again at Raffs Beach House. Please come and visit again sometime ! .
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cheryl D.

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

Perfect

Everything here was perfect for our friends weekend away - great location - close walk to shops and beach, comfortable, well equipped and great communication with owners.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2023
Thanks Cheryl and friends for your kind review. We are thrilled you had a great stay at our Raffs Beach House and enjoyed the close proximity of Raffs to all the Barwon Heads has to offer.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alex b.

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

Perfect place

Loved everything about this house. Backyard was great for the kids. Kitchen well stocked, bedrooms cosy and furnishings comfortable. Incredibly clean and easy communication with owner. Thanks again we will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Feb 2023
Thanks so much Alex and family for choosing to stay at Raffs Beach House. Thanks also for your super kind review and for being such lovely guests. You are most welcome back again anytime !
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kathy P.

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

Perfect in every way!

Gorgeous property, in a perfect location
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept 2022
Thanks so much Kathy for your very kind review and for being such great guests x
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Suzi K.

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

Fantastic family getaway at Raff's

We had a wonderful stay at Raff's beach house. Despite the cold weather we were warm and cosy, and enjoyed the beautifully furnished home. Kim and Matt were great hosts who were so easy to communicate with and ensured we had everything we needed. We loved walking to the local cafes/shops and made trips to nearby wineries for long lunches. Our son enjoyed the huge back yard for games/sports, the back deck would be a wonderful spot in summertime. Would highly recommend. Thank you Kim and Matt!
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept 2022
Thanks so much Suzi for your very kind review and high recommendation . We are so happy you had a great stay , please come back and visit any time. Thanks for being wonderful guests .
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rachel N.

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

Cozy Holiday Home

Easy walk to everything, property is beautifully presented, felt like home away from home. Kids enjoyed playing in the garden and the beach so close is a huge win. We have added this to our “favourites” list of places to stay.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Sept 2022
Thanks so much Rachel for your great review. We are thrilled you had a great stay and are so grateful you have added Raffs to your favourites list ! . Thanks for being such lovely guests and we hope to host yourself and family again sometime x

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