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Machiya Cottage Charm

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Property grounds
Property grounds
Interior
Private kitchen
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space
  • Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
melbourne, VIC
  • Edithvale-Seaford Wetlands
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Monash University
    ‪18 min drive‬
  • Chadstone Shopping Mall
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Moorabbin, VIC (MBW)
    ‪17 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower

Spaces

Kitchen
Kitchenette
Garden

About this property

Machiya Cottage Charm

Peaceful cottage located 300 meters walk to the stunning Bonbeach beach and 150 meters to the Patterson river walk/bike track loop. The Railway station, cafes and restaurant are only a 10 minute 450m walk.
The cottage is an original 1930's weatherboard, exuding its quaint high ceilings and calming reading/drawing room with a gorgeous cottage garden, salad greens and all your herbs to pick.

Featuring period furnishings with all the mod cons and kitchen, offering an enclosed private outdoor garden setting.

Property manager

susan

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Melbourne

Located on a river, this holiday home is in Bonbeach, a neighbourhood in Melbourne. Edithvale-Seaford Wetlands and Delta Force Paintball Melbourne are local attractions and those in the mood for shopping can visit Aspendale Village Shopping Centre and Beaumaris Concourse. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Sandown Greyhound Racing Club or Sandown Racecourse. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, kayaking and waterskiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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What's nearby

  • Carrum Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Edithvale-Seaford Wetlands - 3 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Sandown Racecourse - 17 min drive - 17.7 km
  • Monash University - 18 min drive - 21.0 km
  • Chadstone Shopping Mall - 23 min drive - 26.3 km

Getting around

  • Carrum Station - 5 min walk
  • Melbourne Leawarra Station - 15 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 54 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Patterson River - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪Crackerjack Waterfront Cafe - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Carrum station Charcoal chicken - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Settle Gretel - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Cove Hotel - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Machiya Cottage Charm pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Machiya Cottage Charm ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Machiya Cottage Charm ?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Machiya Cottage Charm located?

Located in Bonbeach, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Carrum Beach and Chelsea Beach. Edithvale-Seaford Wetlands and Seaford Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km). Carrum Station is 5 minutes by foot and Bonbeach Station is 13 minutes.

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. 93 out of 98 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 98 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 98 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 98 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 98 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.0/10

Eco-friendliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Noreen M.

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

Cutest cottage stay.

Machiya Cottage was indeed charming. This home was filled with charming pieces from yesteryear like a singer sewing machine and beautiful paintings. The home was filled with character and comfort which made us feel totally at home. The private garden was so beautiful. I enjoyed picking herbs from the garden to garnish our dinner. So relaxing. We will be back.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian H.

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

A Gem at Carrum Beach

A lovely older property with huge character and a beautiful garden to relax in and enjoy some peace and quiet. All mod cons and everything you would need to enjoy your stay and conveniently located for the beach, shops and beyond. Host Susan could not have made us more welcome. This is a fabulous little gem of a property.
Stayed 17 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Isaac

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely internal design and really beautiful gardening
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stella S.

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

The best cottage stay in Melbourne

This is a beautiful place to stay. We visit Melbourne quite often and it is just down the road from my son and his wife. It's comfortable, clean and so welcoming.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robin

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely and warm when we entered the cottage, friendly welcoming hostess who had taken the time to leave a cheese platter in the fridge and chocolates on the bench. Clean and tidy, with beautiful linen on the bed, and everything imaginable that you would need in the kitchen, we enjoyed our picnic , using your containers and picnic backpack. Thanks again Susan. Wifi was a little interrupted at times. Apart from that it was a perfect place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

sue g.

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

just gorgeous

After having stayed at the Cottage ourselves, purchased a visit for my daughter and son in law. Upon entering they were immediately mesmerised by the gorgeous, fun, and comfortable furnishings. The cottage was beautifully appointed, clean and welcoming with the heater on and a cosy couch waiting. Thank you for all that you did.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne D.

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

Quiet and homely

Clean and comfortable. Well stocked with everything we needed. Communication with Susan was great. Off street parking space more suited to a small car. With a big car it was difficult to get in and out of. Enjoyed our stay. Thank you
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

a l.

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

Alex

Couldn’t fault this cottage during our stay. Cozy, well appointed, and in a great spot near the beach or a walk along the canal
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sandra L.

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

Home away from home

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Machiya cottage. Thank you Susan, your place is just beautiful 😍
Stayed 10 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Hayden B.

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

Cute cottage right by the beach

Lovely location, cozy vibes - perfect for those wanting to just chill and explore the neighbourhood
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meagan M.

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

Cottage Stay

Great! Lots of towels and blankets!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sara P.

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

Lovely comfortable property

We really enjoyed our stay at Susan’s cottage. It was a perfect location for visiting our family and very comfortable. Lovely quirky decor. Great host Highly recommend Thank you.
Stayed 17 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

w s.

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

Nice getaway

Very cute and well furnished cottage with lots of nice touches to make it feel nice and homely. PM was very friendly and always available to provide help. The little nibbles available in the fridge when I arrived were very appreciated and helped me feel at home. Lots of blankets and towels are provided as well. The private garden is beautiful, and the house was filled with nice plants and fresh flowers. The gas stove is an old model and needs manual lighting, but i figured it out using one of the lighters provided. The location was very good, within walking distance of shops, 2 beaches and next to a train line. Its located in a very quaint seaside town. Perfect place for a solo trip or with a partner. I hope to visit again sometime in the future
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Adam W.

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

Nice and cozy and terrific host

Very nice, quiet, clean, cozy, comfortable bed and fully equipped kitchen. Everything we were looking for and a convenient location for what we wanted. Susan was easy to communicate with and very accommodating. A welcome platter of cheese, crackers, fruit and nibbles was very much appreciated after a long day on the motorbikes. I would definitely recommend this place to any single or couple wanting a quite, comfortable place to stay for any length of time.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Margaret J.

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

Washing machine

Disappointed there was no washing machine other than that enjoyed the stay
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

John T.

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

Home from home

Delightful, very comfortable, a little quirky, Susan and Greg very friendly and helpful, would stay there again if were weren't moving house to live in the neighbourhood.
Stayed 27 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ben W.

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

Lovely eclectic cabin with great finishing touches

great coimmunication and wonderful host, lovely finishings and high quality towels and other touches like vase of fresh herbs. Bathroom not next to bedroom just to set expectations but great spot, lovely eneregy and very comfortable.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Debbie F.

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

Magnificent and relaxing

We had a wonderful time at the house. It was very homely and had everything we needed. It was really close to walk to the beach and shops as well. Susan also had left us some cheese, strawberries, biscuits and chocolate which was a lovely touch. We would happily stay here again
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Carol S.

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

Beautiful Cottage

I would have to say that this is the nicest place I have ever stayed in. The cottage is just so well appointed and welcoming. It is perfectly clean and very well presented. The host was so lovely to deal with. The garden is beautiful too. I will be back.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tanya

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved staying here, every little detail of the decor was beautiful and her plants were so wonderfully loved. There was a lovely surprise in the fridge but we didn’t get a chance to enjoy. We would definitely stay here again if we were staying in the area Thanks Susan ❤️
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gren J., Melbourne Australia

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

Second stay at this old charm house

What a lovely stay at Susan’s place! Enjoyed it so much last time that we came back again. Not disappointed at all. And Bonbeach is a great place for a getaway. Excellent!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Samantha

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A lovely quiet neighbourhood, comfortable living with everything you need in a home away from home. You are even allowed to use the herbs in the garden. Our 2 night stay was during quite wet and cold weather, so didn't get to enjoy the garden as much as I would.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robyn S.

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

PERFECT!

Thank you to our host Susan for my wonderful home-away-from-home. Absolutely perfect with so much space, comfort and historic character, modern kitchen and bath room and a private garden. The owners went beyond usual standards to make me comfortable with treats and luxuries too. They have created a lovely atmosphere in their beautiful cottage. The walks to the beach, river and cafes were a huge bonus. I will return and recommend this cottage to everyone.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gren J., Melbourne Australia

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

Lovely little heritage cottage with all thr comfortd

Had a great time at Susan’s place with all the comforts of home plus more. All the pots and pans to make cooking a breeze! Also a warm bed on a cold winters day, with food and drink in thr fridge so we didn’t need to step out. Thanks for a great night.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

John B.

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

Excellent accomodation

Clean, cosy and comfortable.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

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Hosted by susan

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