Title: Behind the Dunes Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk

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# Behind the Dunes

## Photo gallery for Behind the Dunes

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- Overview
- Location
- Amenities
- Policies

You can look forward to a playground, laundry facilities and a hot tub at Behind the Dunes. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. 

## Reviews

10

Exceptional

### Entire home

4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8

## Popular amenities

- Hot tub
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Air-conditioning
- Parking available

## Add dates for prices

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## About this property

### Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

### Behind the Dunes

A getaway that will surprise you.  
Recently renovated   
  
Listen to the surf crashing whilst looking over the Barwon Heads Golf Course vista with Geelong lights in the distance. North facing with decking off every room gives added living areas.  
This 4 bedroom 2 bathroom, 2 powder room- spacious modern house is only 20 minutes walk to the shops. The track to the 13th beach is only a few meters from the house.  
All modern amenities -perfect for any holiday.  
Fully equipped kitchen stocked with essential pantry items  
Outdoor security cameras in use

## Property amenities

### Beach

- Beach nearby

### Pool/Spa

- Hot tub

### Internet

- Available in the house: WiFi

### Parking and transport

- Parking on site

### Kitchen

- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Hob
- Kitchen island
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Toaster

### Dining

- Dining table

### Bedrooms

- 4 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided

### Bathroom

- 2.5 bathrooms
- Bathtub
- Hair dryer
- Shower
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided

### Living spaces

- Dining table

### Entertainment

- Books
- DVD player
- Smart TV

### Outdoor areas

- Balcony
- Barbecue grill

### Laundry

- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine

### Comfort

- Air conditioning
- Heating

### Pets

- No pets allowed

### Suitability/Accessibility

- Smoke-free property
- Note from host: outdoors only

### Services and conveniences

- Iron/ironing board

### Location highlights

- Near the ocean

### Safety features

- No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property but there are gas appliances; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher

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## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM 

Contactless check-in and check-out are available 

### Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

### Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions 

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools 

### Pets

Pets not allowed

Note from host: no pet policy

### Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Note from host: decking children need supervision

### Events

No events allowed 

No more than 15 people

### Smoking

Smoking is not permitted 

Outdoors only

## Important information

### You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 

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

Note from host: no more than 15 people 

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 and a first aid kit 

This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation 

### Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

Barwon Heads Unique Vista

Unique Visa- The Shack Barwon Heads Barwon Heads

Unique Visa- The Shack Barwon Heads Private vacation home

## About the area

Located in Barwon Heads, this holiday home is near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Connewarre Wildlife Reserve and Barwon Bluff Marine Sanctuary, while Fort Queenscliff Museum and Queenscliff Historical Museum are cultural highlights. Warbird Air Adventures and Bellarine Adventure Golf are also worth visiting. [Visit our Barwon Heads travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Barwon-Heads.dx6052559)

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Barwon Heads, VIC

### What's nearby

- ![Ferry](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6159176/7e0ae06c-c0ef-44f1-8c2e-7ccd69195d1f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal  
29 min drive \- 20.4 miles
- Lake Connewarre Wildlife Reserve  
3 min walk \- 0.2 miles
- 13th Beach  
5 min walk \- 0.3 miles
- Barwon Heads Golf Club  
4 min drive \- 1.2 miles
- Frank Ellis Reserve Beach  
4 min drive \- 1.5 miles

### Getting around

- Marshall Station  
25 min drive
- Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon)  
49 min drive

### Restaurants

- McDonald's  
13 min drive
- Beach Terrace Cafe  
9 min drive
- The Mex  
11 min drive
- The Olive Pit  
8 min drive
- Barwon Heads Hotel  
4 min drive

## Frequently asked questions

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### How much is parking at Behind the Dunes?

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## Behind the Dunes Reviews

## Reviews

### Exceptional

All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.

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10 - Excellent

7

8 - Good

0

6 - Okay

0

4 - Poor

0

2 - Terrible

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### 10

Cleanliness

### 10

Location

## Reviews

Verified

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Ryan S.

5 Jan 2025

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

#### Summer Holiday in Barwon

Very highly recommended. Beautiful home that is incredibly well appointed. Very private and quiet area - however well located to town and the beach, which are both just a short walk away.The home is very well setup with space for larger and smaller groups. We were two couples and plenty of private space.Sallie was very proactive in her communication and check-in and out was seamless. 

##### Ryan S.

Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2024

Verified

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Verified traveller

14 Mar 2022

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

#### Perfect location

Great location. Easy walk to beach & town. Property perfect for 8 girls weekend away.

##### Verified traveller

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

Verified

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Peter D.

8 Apr 2021

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

#### Wonderful house for a family holiday

Property is very well appointed and ideally located with a 10 minute walk to the beach.

##### Peter D.

Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

Verified

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Nicola M.

18 Feb 2021

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

#### Stunning Spot

Had a relaxing stay at Sallie’s beautiful home. House was spotless, the kitchen and pantry amazingly stocked, the view was beautiful and we had great weather!

##### Nicola M.

Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2021

Verified

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Peter D.

18 Jan 2021

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

#### Great holiday experience

Wonderful property. Everything you need for a relaxed holday

##### Peter D.

Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2021

Verified

### 10/10 Excellent

#### Nick P.

1 Jun 2025

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

#### 

##### Nick P.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

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