Title: Behind the Dunes Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Behind the Dunes Holiday home in Barwon Heads with kitchen and balcony ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54160000/54152500/54152421/c44ac363.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54160000/54152500/54152421/0e9f0d22.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54160000/54152500/54152421/1800e182.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54160000/54152500/54152421/d4f1191c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/55000000/54160000/54152500/54152421/610aa7a6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location You can look forward to a playground, laundry facilities and a hot tub at Behind the Dunes. Stay connected with in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Dryer - Washer - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## 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 ## Similar properties ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59970000/59962500/59962413/201db31c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Barwon Beach & Golf Getaway Barwon Heads - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 9.0 Wonderful 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-11&endDate=2025-11-12&selected=59962413&PinnedHotelID=59962413&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/62000000/61420000/61419400/61419311/de94d963.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coastal Beach Haven Barwon Heads ~ \*Salt Water Pool, Fire pit & Games room Barwon Heads - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 16 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-11&endDate=2025-11-12&selected=61419311&PinnedHotelID=61419311&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33910000/33907500/33907409/db5f9f45.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pet friendly Riverside Retreat Barwon Heads - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 87 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-11&endDate=2025-11-12&selected=33907409&PinnedHotelID=33907409&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/56000000/55020000/55018600/55018564/f245a94e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### River View Luxury BarwonHeads Cup weekend special. 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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 ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C-38.28565%2C144.47359&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=xcEQRgy9OXr3s1ZDJmBsuPhyCPw=) Barwon Heads, VIC #### What's nearby - 13th Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Barwon Heads Golf Club - 3 min drive - 1.2 miles - 13th Beach Golf Links - 6 min drive - 2.2 miles - Adventure Park Geelong - 15 min drive - 8.7 miles - Point Impossible Nudist Beach - 25 min drive - 15.2 miles #### Getting around - Marshall Station - 25 min drive - Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 49 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪At The Heads - ‬4 min drive - ‪Barwon Heads Hotel - ‬4 min drive - ‪River Mouth - ‬4 min drive - ‪Starfish Bakery - ‬4 min drive - ‪Red Park - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Behind the Dunes pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Behind the Dunes? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Behind the Dunes? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Behind the Dunes located? > Situated by the ocean, this holiday home is within a 5-minute walk of Lake Connewarre Wildlife Reserve and 13th Beach. Barwon Heads Golf Club and Frank Ellis Reserve Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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