Old world charm in Old Grove

10

Exceptional

4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Explore the area

Ocean Grove, VIC

Ocean Grove Beach19 min walk
Adventure Park Geelong7 min drive
Barwon Heads Golf Club8 min drive
Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon)91 min drive

This year our family decided to experience Christmas differently and Ocean Grove was our location of choice. From the ...

Nicole S.

Jan 4, 2023

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed and 1 Child Bed

Bedroom 4

1 Single Bed and 1 Child Bed

Multipurpose retreat

1 Double Futon

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

About this property

*** 2 night min stay ***

Our young family home is our piece of paradise in a family friendly old grove street. A charming red brick with high ceilings & loads of character. We’d love it to be your home while you relax & unwind on your coastal holiday with your family or share the huge space with another.
The spacious floor plan boasts 4 bedrooms (kids in a separate wing) plus a separate multi functional retreat for play / TV / sleeping. 2 bathrooms & 2 living rooms at opposite ends.
It’s the perfect setting to unwind after a day filled with endless possibilities at your doorstep:
- Beach, a casual 15 min walk (Wedge St)
- Main shopping strip (coffee, homewares, fashion & eateries) 15 min walk
- Supermarkets (Coles & Woolies) both 15 min walk
- Aquatic Centre, gym & cafe (great coffee) across the oval, a 5 min walk
- Skate park within oval
- Kingston playground & other playgrounds
- Tennis courts
- Oakdene winery including Manor Suite wine bar & Tapas! Courtesy bus available Brewicolo Brewery off Grubb Rd
- The Mex (Mexican restaurant) 5 min walk (great Margarita’s)!
A short car ride away:
- 3 min drive to beach
- Barwon Heads River & playground (ideal for kids)
- Barwon Heads shopping strip (boutique fashion, homewares, fashion & eateries)
- A plethora of wineries including new ‘Mona’ on Wallington Rd- Italian style Cicchetti wine & cocktail bar serving delicious food!
- Adventure Park (water theme park)
- Leopold shopping centre
- A variety of Bellarine beaches such as 13th beach, Queenscliff, peaceful Port Arlington, pretty Indented Head & St. Leonards
- Great Ocean Road
Soak up the sun on the deck while the kids jump on the trampoline, play in the cubby house or swing on the best range monkey bars, trapeze, swing & cargo net- basketball ring at end of long driveway for the best layups
Cook a bbq while watching the sun set over the palm tree. An outdoor double beer fridge & sink for outside convenience!

The Space:
- Northerly aspect half wrap around verandah with street view perfect for a morning cuppa whilst reading the paper
* 1 Smart doorbell fitted to front door for security purposes capturing front door & part of yard
- Master bedroom with king bed, ensuite, clothes rail with shelves, ceiling fan
- Second bedroom with queen bed, wardrobe, ceiling fan
- Third bedroom with king single bed & trundle, ceiling fan, BIR
- Fourth bedroom with king single bed & trundle, ceiling fan, BIR
- Formal lounge with open fireplace (wood & kindling provided) & double french doors to verandah perfect for an adults retreat- enjoying a book (provided) or a good chat & drink on the sumptuous armchairs whilst watching the flames flicker
- Oversized family lounge (smart TV with Netflix) & dining zone (10 seater) overlooked by kitchen with split system heating & cooling. Dining table used as working from home or study space
- Multi-use playroom with toys, games, smart TV (Netflix), Nintendo & DVD player with DVDs in addition to a double futon sofa bed for 1 person or 2 small children
- Large kitchen with breakfast bar & Smeg appliances
- Central bathroom with separate shower & bath
- Separate toilet
- Separate laundry including dryer & front load washer
- Decked outdoor area under a motorized roof where you can choose how much sun you want
- large trampoline
- top of the range playground equipment
- Grassed secure back yard for kids to play
- Lemon & lime trees (the best thin skinned juicy limes) for a tasty gnt or Corona
- 4 burner Ziegler & Brown BBQ, sink & double beer fridge on deck
- outdoor copper shower hot & cold & ducted heating throughout for those cooler days
- Linen / towels provided (except beach towels- BYO)
- high chair available on request (mocha)
- Unlimited WiFi
- 2 kids scooters available

Guest Access:
Guests will have access to the entire property except the garage & a couple of locked cupboards we have our personal belongings in.
Parking space for 2 cars & additional cars can be parked on front nature strip. Remote vehicle access

Other Things To Note:
Minimum 5 night stay.
We have a preference to rent our home to families as the space & bedrooms are designed for this.
Pets permitted on request. Pls msg regarding type of pet.
Please confirm on booking that you have read & agree to house rules below:
Email first & surnames of all adult guests including ages & driver licence numbers
No schoolies.
NO parties.
No smoking inside.
Please respect our neighbour friends by turning music & noise down from 10pm. We adore our neighbours & want to look after them.
If your stay includes a Sunday night, please take the bins out & bring them back in.
Please strip the bedding before checking out & leave it in the bath.
Please confirm at time of booking whether you require trundle bed/s & futon to be made up for sleeping.
We have tried our best to provide a beautiful home with luxe furnishings & the extra touches & comforts you didn’t realise you needed for ultimate relaxing.

Property manager

Heidi McKerracher

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Air conditioning

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs and cats (limit 2 total)

Pet number and type on request. restricted areas.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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 deadlock

About the area

Ocean Grove

Located in Ocean Grove, this holiday home is on the waterfront. Fort Queenscliff Museum and Queenscliff Maritime Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Oakdene Vineyard and Bellarine Adventure Golf. Travelling with kids? Consider Barwon Bluff Marine Sanctuary and Adventure Park Geelong. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Ocean Grove, VIC

What's nearby

Ocean Grove Beach - 19 min walk
Ocean Grove Education Area - 2 min drive
Adventure Park Geelong - 7 min drive
Barwon Heads Golf Club - 8 min drive
13th Beach Golf Links - 14 min drive

Getting around

Drysdale Station - 10 min drive
Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

The Mex - 6 min walk
McDonald's - 3 min drive
Ocean Grove Hotel - 3 min drive
KFC - 19 min walk
Garage - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Old world charm in Old Grove pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats and dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Old world charm in Old Grove?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Old world charm in Old Grove?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Old world charm in Old Grove located?

This family-friendly Ocean Grove holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Ocean Grove Beach, Raffs Beach and Ocean Grove Education Area. Bellarine Adventure Golf and Lake Connewarre Wildlife Reserve are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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10/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.2/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Nicole S.

4 Jan 2023

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

Home Away From Home

This year our family decided to experience Christmas differently and Ocean Grove was our location of choice. From the moment I sent the initial inquiry to arriving back home the communication from Heidi was exceptional. Walking into the kitchen we were greeted with the most spectacular hamper of local goodies and treats ready to switch into relaxation mode. Our kids, 4 & 7 had everything they needed, each room was set up for them with the most fabulous variety of toys, books, and costumes. Our 4-year-old loved changing between Dorothy, Elsa, Iron Man and so many more. Wandering out the back door onto the deck the fun continues for all ages. While we sat on the outdoor furniture with BBQ and drinks fridge an arms length away, the kids moved between the trampoline, climbing frame, and cubbyhouse. Our Groodle Emmett was also loving life with his daily walk to the local coffee caravan and surrounding streets. Overall the house was clean and tidy, with great appliances, a variety of kitchenware, and lots of space to accommodate us all. Heidi and her family even set up the Chrismas tree for us near the fireplace so Santa could easily find us. This beautiful home is perfect for families who are looking to escape to a beautiful part of the world into a welcoming home away from home. --- The Bellarine Peninsula is fabulous for all. Must Do's Order bread for pickup from Ket Baker *Sour dough specialist. Our faves, Croissants (almond and normal) Fruit and table loaves yum. they also have a little coffee window if you are lucky enough to be there when it's open. Pop over the road to the Wallington Pantry ~ So many yummy local treats Our favorite activities during our visit. Blueberry picking at Tuckleberry Farm Wandering down Hitchcock Avenue in Barwon Heads Dinner at Che Vuoi Beach afternoon at Barwon Heads Visiting the local playground at Kingston Park Gin Tasting at The Whiskery (note this is an Adult and Dog only activity) An afternoon glass of wine at Jack Rabbit Lunch at Pier Street and shell collecting at Portarlington Drive along the coast from Portarlington to Ocean Grove

Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Melanie B.

18 Apr 2022

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

Great family property

Heidi came to the rescue after another property cancelled last minute. She was an excellent communicator and prepared the house beautifully with a local food hamper to greet us and a selection of toys ready for the kids to play with. The house is very spacious and clean with a great outdoor deck and play area for kids. We were able to walk to a nearby park and the shops and cafes were a short drive away. The kitchen had plenty of utensils etc if you decide to cook. Quiet neighbourhood at nighttime too. Thanks Heidi for all of your efforts to make our Easter holiday memorable.

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Jill L.

9 Jan 2022

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

5 star holiday

We had a wonderful time at Heidi’s property and I would have to say she has been nothing but great from the beginning. She has been so accommodating and helpful the whole time. Heidi is very thorough in her communication and paid attention to our needs as we had younger kids, she thought about entertainment and toys for younger kids. My daughter age 3 has enjoyed herself so much playing in the house that she hardly wants to leave. Heidi has also gone through a lot of trouble to provide us tips on the area and places to eat. I am still thinking of the pork belly I had at Flying Brick Cider. :) The rental itself is very welcoming for our 2 families , total of 10 guests( one toddler). All the rooms are comfortable, clean and neat. The facilities and amenities provided is more than I had seen in other rentals. There are plenty of pantry items which really helped us with meal times. Heidi even went all the way to provide us a welcome hamper which was delightful. The rental has rooms which are very well segregated, there are multiple living areas which serves as play area or quiet time during our stay. The outdoor area is very well lay out and our families enjoyed our meals and coffee watching the kids play on the trampoline and on the outdoor play set. My daughter absolutely enjoyed the little cubby house. I will recommend this place anytime and thanks for making our stay so memorable.

Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Louise E., Melbourne

4 Jan 2022

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A relaxing family holiday home

Heidi & Tim's home has a nice feel about it. It is spacious, comfortable and well fitted out with mod cons and easily catered for our family of 5 adults and 4 young children for the week after Christmas. It’s in a quiet neighbourhood close enough to town and the beach for a quick car ride or pleasant walk and we were very happy with the location. Heidi is lovely to deal with and made sure our needs were catered for, especially where the children were concerned with plenty of games, toys and outside activities provided. We were welcomed with a generous hamper of local goodies and there were plenty of extra bits & pieces provided in case you were caught short. We were given the local intel on things to do and see and importantly, the best places to eat and drink. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and don’t hesitate to recommend their home to any family looking for a well catered for, relaxing beachside holiday.

Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kim L.

7 Apr 2021

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Great family getaway

We stayed for 4 nights over the Easter long weekend and had a great relaxing time at Heidi and Tim’s place. It is a large spacious house with plenty of room for 2 families (4 adults and 5 kids). There were toys and games to keep the kids occupied, and the kids retreat with TV and Disney DVDs came in real handy. Us adults were able to relax with drinks on the undercover deck while watching the kids jump on the trampoline. The house itself is well appointed and very comfortable, the hosts went to a lot of effort to make us feel welcome, such as generous hamper with local produce and extra soaps, shampoos & hand towels and even Easter eggs for the kids. It’s located in a lovely quiet street, only a short drive to the beach and shops. We definitely recommend for 2 groups or families with kids looking for a large comfortable house to stay in.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2021

About the host

Hosted by Heidi McKerracher

We are a family of 4 (young kids) who love to holiday ourselves! Gone are the days pre kids when Tim & I travelled the world- & wowee did we visit some amazing places. My family is from England & Ireland so I was lucky to spend many a holiday in Europe. My fav place is Italy & Tim loved Spain. We stay close to home these days & we get to do something we haven’t experienced before- travel around our amazing Victoria in our new caravan (well it’s not so new but it’s out first 1). We want other families to enjoy our home & our amazing backyard of Ocean Grove & all the Bellarine Peninsula has to offer, while we also take a holiday (in our van).
We made a big move while out youngest was just 4 months old & we haven’t looked back. This place is a treasure & we haven’t looked back.
So much we love that is a short drive or walk from home. You’ll have so much to see & do here.

Why they chose this property

We live in a family friendly quiet street with amazing neighbours. Not only are we lucky enough to to live in sought after Old Grove but we bought what we think is the most beautiful house in the street. A double red brick with loads of character.
Our home is perfect for families & great for 2 families. There is a kids wing & a front formal lounge room for the grown ups. The family room at the back has space for 10 at the dining table & plenty of room for the same amount on the big couch while you watch Netflix.
You can also watch the Telly from the back deck setting or listen to some music with the sound bar.
The kids can play in the cubby or jump on the tramp while you enjoy a drink on the deck. You will be greeted by all day sun on the north facing verandah which is perfect for an afternoon relax or a morning coffee.
Plenty of toys & games for the kids as well.

What makes this property unique

An open fireplace with wood & kindling supplied in the front formal lounge with 2 gorgeous leather armchairs. Enjoy a book (provided) & snuggle up with a blanket & a cuppa or a drink & a chat in the evening.