BEST location! Multi family stay. Rye bay beach & shops 10min walk
Simply the BEST location and the property has just about everything you need for an amazing coastal stay.
Families and quiet friendship groups love this spacious property with lots of activities and facilities for all ages!
Once you've arrived, just park the car and walk to the beach and shops. Such a great location and a very well equipped property!
Perfect for an extended family or 2 families to share, this property has everything you need for an enjoyable and memorable stay. Sun House by the Bay is a well equipped, modern style beach house. In short, this is a fabulous family beach house which is sure to tick all your boxes for a wonderful and relaxing coastal getaway. So many amenities and activities available. With ducted heating/cooling and central location, its the perfect spot for your Mornington Peninsula getaway no matter what time of year it is!
The shops and cafes of Rye are easily accessible by foot. While close to everything you need, its removed enough from the hustle and bustle to offer a peaceful stay for your family. The bay beach is just 500m from the house with no slopes!
On arrival you are greeted by the sight of the beautiful landscaped garden, spacious drive and large garage. In the garage there is a table tennis table for your use as well as a couple of bikes (we do try to keep these in working order, but occasionally they get punctures!).
On entering the property, you'll find a long, wide, well lit corridor. Immediately on the left is the first queen bedroom. Complete with a TV, walk in robe and ensuite with shower, basin and toilet, this is a fabulous room. The shuttered windows look out onto the beautiful landscaped front garden.
Heading down the corridor from the front queen bedroom, you will find the property guide, guest book and wifi instructions on the hall table.
A little further on, the corridor opens into the large and spacious open plan kitchen/living area. There are floor to ceiling windows throughout this lovely room so it is flooded with light all year round.
The state of the art kitchen will please any cook. All the appliances are stainless steel and it is very well equipped; truly a cooks delight!
The inside dining room seats 8 and there is also a breakfast bar at the kitchen bench.
The huge living room overlooks the decks and basket ball court. There is a wall mounted flat screen TV with DVD.
Moving outside, you'll find a superb outdoor undercover entertaining area which includes an outdoor kitchen with mains gas BBQ.
The alfresco meals area is perfect for dining in any weather. The covered deck offers shelter and there are fans to keep you cool on hot summer days. Plenty of seating is available on the deck. Enjoy a long lazy lunch while watching the kinds play basketball on the inground basketball court!
The "Goalrilla" in-ground basketball court was installed in 2021. It is the #1 brand in the USA and Australia with state of the art synthetic turf which is a fabulous addition and the only one in the area! Please don't walk on it in spikey or high heeled shoes though. We’ve recently added a trampoline too! Off the kitchen area there is another doorway through to another corridor with access from this to the 2 bunk rooms, laundry, family bathroom and separate toilet
The 2 bunk rooms both sleep up to four people each. There is a set of bunks, a single bed and a roll out single trundle bed in each of these rooms. There is one room at each end of the corridor with the bathroom, toilet and laundry between them. PLEASE NOTE; the top bunks are NOT rated for adults to sleep on and as such are only suitable for people under 60kg. The family bathroom has a bath, separate shower and basin. The toilet is next to the bathroom.
From the laundry there is access to the side of the house where you will find a washing line.
Off the lounge area, you'll find a very spacious queen bedroom. Complete with a TV, built in robes and an ensuite with a shower, basin and toilet.
Both front and back gardens are child friendly as they are fully fenced, please note however that pets are NOT allowed.
We supply linen and towels for all guests, but you will need to bring your beach towels with you..
Strictly NO Schoolies or end of year School/Uni bookings allowed under any circumstances.
While primarily a family property, we will consider quiet respectful friendship groups where most of the guests are over the age of 25.
While we have not had any issues with our lovely guests, we are required by local laws to make you aware of some local rules that apply to all short term rentals on the Mornington Peninsula, these include: - No parties, gatherings or events. - No loud or aggressive behaviour. - Guests must only park onsite. - Outdoor areas cannot be used between 11pm and 7am - Neighbours have the right to call the property manager if they feel any of the rules are being broken or guests behaviour is impacting them, to which the property manager must respond immediately. - Failure to comply with the local shire rules will result in termination of the rental agreement, the bond will be claimed in full and guests will be charged for any fines incurred as a result of the illegal activity. (These can be anything from $600+!)
Any Schoolies or Uni bookings will required to leave immediately.
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All guests must adhere to local short stay laws.
Adding guests after booking is by approval only.
All guests over the age of 18 must supply photo ID.
No parties/events/celebrations
Loud noise prohibited at all celebrations
Music can only be background level
Top bunks suitable for people under 70kg
Strictly NO school/uni aged groups. No adult groups where most are under 26 years of age.
Important information
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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 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 fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
Frequently asked questions
Is BEST location! Multi family stay. Rye bay beach & shops 10min walk pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at BEST location! Multi family stay. Rye bay beach & shops 10min walk?
As of 5 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at BEST location! Multi family stay. Rye bay beach & shops 10min walk on 20 Apr 2026 start from AU$395, 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 BEST location! Multi family stay. Rye bay beach & shops 10min walk?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at BEST location! Multi family stay. Rye bay beach & shops 10min walk?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at BEST location! Multi family stay. Rye bay beach & shops 10min walk?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is BEST location! Multi family stay. Rye bay beach & shops 10min walk located?
This family-friendly Melbourne holiday home is located on the waterfront, within 2 mi (3 km) of Rye Beach and Rosebud Beach. Tootgarook Wetlands and The Dunes Golf Links are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
House was in exceptional condition and contained everything we needed and was close by to local shops and golf courses. Thank you for allowing us to stay at your property.
What an excellent stay. Plenty of room for multiple people and lots of fun on the basketball court. Fantastic house with close access to beach and shops
We were very impressed by this house, very spacious for families, very accomodating to kids & great location! Would definitely be booking this house again, we had the most wonderful time!
Can’t thank the hosts enough,
The house was everything we expected and more.
We made some awesome family memories there would definitely go back again
Thanks Sue and family
Sue P.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Feb 2025
Thank you for your lovely review. We'd be delighted to have you back.
We had a wonderful time away at this spacious family home in Rye. It had all the amenities + the fun of a great basketball area and ping pong table. So close to access everything the peninsula has to offer, a great getaway!
Christie M.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Feb 2025
Thank you for your lovely review. We'd be delighted to have you back.
We had a wonderful stay at the house in Rye. The location was fantastic, close to local attractions and just a short walk to the beach. The house itself was tidy and well-maintained, making it a comfortable retreat after a day of exploring. Overall, our experience was very positive, and we would definitely recommend it to others looking for a relaxing getaway.
Randa D.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Feb 2025
Thank you for your lovely review. We'd be delighted to have you back.
Loved our stay over Easter. The property had everything we could need and the host was very friendly and accommodating. Honestly a great house for an extended family getaway. Loved it and could quite easily have stayed longer.
Stayed at the property with two families and grand parents. Was very clean, spacious and comfortable. Had lots of activities to keep the kids entertained. Location was perfect. Not near main roads and only a short stroll to the beach and shops. Highly recommended 👌
Oznur O.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Feb 2025
Thank you for your lovely review. We'd be delighted to have you back.
the house is very well equipped with everything. the kitchen dish liquid was empty and no dish cloth supplied.the third bedroom heating didnt work otherwise great house, we loved it.
Lovely large house, clean and well maintained (feels new) and very spacious.
Fully equipped kitchen, nice new bathroom towels and bedding.
Perfect for 2 families with kids, though 7 adults enjoyed just as much!
Socrates K.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Feb 2025
Thank you for your lovely review. We'd be delighted to have you back.
Beautiful place to stay, spacious, clean and well equipped. Short distance to the beach and shops. Would highly recommend to everyone. A really relaxing holiday with everything you need to unwind and enjoy.
Tina G.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Sept 2023
Thank you so much for the lovely review. The property is indeed perfect for a relaxing stay. It was lovely to welcome you back.
We had an amazing stay here with the whole family. House was great fully equipped with everything you would need for a stay. Adults teens and littlies were entertained with the bball court and trampoline. Host was great in communicating with us. I would highly recommend this house.
Sharyn C.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Feb 2025
Thank you for your lovely review. We'd be delighted to have you back.
Great property for 2 families. Teens enjoyed the table tennis table, trampoline and basketball court. Short walk to beach. Spacious home with pantry staples included to get started which we loved. The beds were super comfortable. I'd happily return.
Jean M.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Feb 2025
Thank you for your lovely review. We'd be delighted to have you back.
About the host
Hosted by Esther Gustafson
Mum of 4 adult kids. Love to take my family to special holiday rentals to create beautiful memories. With over10 years in the holiday rental management, I specialise premium family properties on the Mornington Peninsula.
Why they chose this property
Location Location Location! Can't ask for a better spot to base yourself. Walking distance to all the Rye attractions - Bay beach, cafes, shops and restaurants. Easy driving access to Hot Springs, Portsea and Sorrento. Great spacious family friendly property with so much to do for all the family
What makes this property unique
Close to everything in Rye! Easy driving to all other Peninsula attractions. Amazing facilities for all ages All you need for your whole family!
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests