Title: The Boat House - Barwon Heads Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=33907015&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Boat House - Barwon Heads Family-friendly holiday home in Barwon Heads ## Photo gallery for The Boat House - Barwon Heads ![Dining - The Boat House - Barwon Heads (Barwon Heads)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33910000/33907100/33907015/c1d7217c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, Netflix, DVD player - The Boat House - Barwon Heads (Barwon Heads)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33910000/33907100/33907015/795bbf8e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - The Boat House - Barwon Heads (Barwon Heads)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33910000/33907100/33907015/bd6dfc09.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi - The Boat House - Barwon Heads (Barwon Heads)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33910000/33907100/33907015/w1499h1032x1y0-43e639e1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - The Boat House - Barwon Heads (Barwon Heads)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33910000/33907100/33907015/1774edb7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Located in the heart of Barwon Heads, The Boat House is a warm and inviting beach house perfect for families. Unwind in the bright open-plan living area or relax on the sunny deck with BBQ and outdoor lounge setting after a day at the beach. Enjoy WiFi connectivity, an equipped kitchen with coffee machine, as well as plenty of toys and books for kids. ## Reviews 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi ## 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. ### The Boat House - Barwon Heads The Boat House is a bright and beautiful beach house exuding warmth and comfort in the heart of Barwon Heads. It's the perfect family home away from home. The bright and luxuriously comfortable open plan living and dining area is a beautiful place to unwind after a day at the beach. The well-equipped kitchen includes an electric oven and gas stove, stainless steel fridge-freezer, dishdrawer dishwasher, coffee machine, kettle, toaster and all the cooking equipment and utensils for the avid home cook. Should you opt to eat out, there are plenty of restaurants within walking distance. The house opens out onto a large sunny deck with BBQ and outdoor lounge setting to relax and a drink on those warm Barwon evenings. There's also an outdoor shower and a deliciously deep claw foot bath with hot and cold water. The main bedroom has a queen size bed with an ensuite. The second room has two single beds and the third bedroom had has two singles which can be pushed together to make a queen bed (please advise on booking if this is required). The 'fourth bedroom' is a very cool refurbished 1970's Franklin caravan in my backyard which has a queen size bed and small kitchenette which is available for use. We also have a kids hang out room in the shed which has its own tv and loads of beanbags. This room also has a bed which can be used as a single or pulled out to make a queen. The laundry is fully equipped with washing machine, dryer and clothes line. The main bedroom has its own ensuite and the second bathroom features a bath with a shower. The toilet room has separate access. The house also has everything you need for children as we have our own, so just bring yourselves as everything from toys and books to portacots, baby bath and high chairs are available. The entire property has wifi connectivity. All the streaming services are available along with a comprehensive dvd library. Parking is available on the property and there is ample parking on the street. Minimum of 7 night stay during peak periods and minimum of 3 night stay during off peak periods. This house is my principal place of residence but if you are interested in booking it outside of peak periods, please get in touch as it is very possible that it can be made available for you. Guest Access Guests will have access to the entire property. No amenities are shared. Interaction with Guests We will not be present during the stay and will have no direct interaction with the guests - it is a private residence. However, you will have our contact details and we will be on hand should you require any assistance during your stay. The Neighbourhood Coogee Court is friendly and peaceful. The Skate Park and Pirate Park playground are at the end of our street. The beach is not far and it is just a 5 minute walk to the centre of Barwon Heads, offering a variety of cafes, shops and beaches. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Freezer - Hob - Kitchen island - Kitchenette - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Soap - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - Netflix - Smart TV - Stereo - Streaming services - Video library ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service ### Location highlights - Next to a golf course ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Winery tours nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![TV, Netflix, books, streaming services](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89490000/89487800/89487740/ac2c28dc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coastal Oasis: Barwon Heads Pet-Friendly Getaway Barwon Heads - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.0 Wonderful 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27&selected=89487740&PinnedHotelID=89487740&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89530000/89523200/89523138/0ea74285.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious home for large getaways Barwon Heads - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27&selected=89523138&PinnedHotelID=89523138&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109910000/109906800/109906769/45c31f35.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Riverside Charm - A stone\`s throw to the river Barwon Heads - Kitchen - Washing machine - Air-conditioning - Parking available 9.6 Exceptional 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-26&endDate=2026-02-27&selected=109906769&PinnedHotelID=109906769&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/66000000/65880000/65872300/65872213/3177edea.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Spacious 5 bedroom, family-friendly property - enjoy the beauty of Barwon Heads. 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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 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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 The Boat House Barwon Heads The Boat House - Barwon Heads Barwon Heads The Boat House - Barwon Heads Private vacation home The Boat House - Barwon Heads Private vacation home Barwon Heads 197186 ## About the area Located in Barwon Heads, this holiday home is next to a golf course. Barwon Heads Golf Club and 13th Beach Golf Links are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those in the mood for shopping can visit Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre and Mill Markets. Travelling with kids? Consider Barwon Bluff Marine Sanctuary, or check out an event or a game at Australian Skydive. Looking to get your feet wet? Surfing/body boarding and fishing adventures can be found near the property. [Visit our Barwon Heads travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Barwon-Heads.dx6052559) [View more Holiday homes in Barwon Heads](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Barwon-Heads-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6052559-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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-38.27304%2C144.48710&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=urRfECq9VTwZ2Kum1j88d8anAKU=) Barwon Heads, VIC ### What's nearby - ![Thanks to my Internship and my hostdad! It was a very cold and busy winter day (summer for european) but we found time after work for a short trip to the beach. This view and the surfers definitely made my day.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181699/42b3cc7a-daa9-4af5-b18a-7102a5348ffd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Raffs Beach 4 min drive \- 1.9 miles - Lake Connewarre Wildlife Reserve 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Frank Ellis Reserve Beach 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Barwon Heads Golf Club 19 min walk \- 1.0 mile - 13th Beach 4 min drive \- 1.7 miles ### Getting around - Marshall Station 19 min drive - Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) 44 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 12 min drive - Beach Terrace Cafe 7 min drive - The Mex 9 min drive - The Olive Pit 7 min drive - Barwon Heads Hotel 20 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Boat House - Barwon Heads pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Boat House - Barwon Heads? ### What time is check-in at The Boat House - Barwon Heads? ### What time is check-out at The Boat House - Barwon Heads? ### Where is The Boat House - Barwon Heads located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Boat House - Barwon Heads 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. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 23 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.8 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Samantha L. 9 Jan 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful home away from home. We had a really lovely stay at the boathouse. The property was clean and had many additional items to make our stay very comfortable and fun. We even had beautiful fresh flowers placed in two spaces. Definitely recommend for a relaxing stay in Barwon Heads. ##### Samantha L. Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Faye C. 9 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place for families Lovely property in a quiet location with everything you need. Different areas for everyone to have some space and a great kitchen to cook in; very well stocked. Close to the park for walks and bike riding. ##### Faye C. Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Heather B. 5 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Family Retreat Our family just loved this comfortable, spacious, relaxed house perfect for a family get together. The living area was beautifully decorated and the good sized, well equipped kitchen was great for 2 or 3 of us to work in at once.During our stay we had one day where the temperatures reached 39 degrees, so the air conditioning came in very handy.There were plenty of toys and books for our young children, and an easy walk up to the playground. The nearby shopping centre was also very appealing. We would love to return here again some time. ##### Heather B. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Carolyn B. 8 Jan 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A place too good to leave! The Boathouse truly exceeded our expectations in every way. Great location close to the main st, cosy enough for two people but spacious enough for a family. Our grandchildren loved the new play room & we loved the different outdoor choices for lounging. Skye has an eye for detail & has thought of everything. We could not have asked for more & were sad to pack up & return home. We can’t wait to return! ##### Carolyn B. Stayed 9 nights in Dec 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sharon C. 30 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet Oasis Great house for families to stay with lots of different areas to have your own space! The house has two outdoor seating areas for meals or relaxing and also a large area inside for eating and relaxing. There is three good size bedrooms inside and then options with the caravan and play room/bedroom outside. We traveled with our dog and love the area as it is so close to the community park and a short walk through to the Main Street to grab a coffee. Walking distance to do everything but also far enough away from the hustle of all the other visitors to Barwon Heads! ##### Sharon C. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sam D., Croydon 20 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful Barwon home. A beautiful house perfectly located for kids right near the skate park and tennis courts. Short walk into town and beach. The house is beautifully decorated with lots of interesting things to look at, books to read and space to relax. The garden has a number of areas to sit and we loved the outdoor bath and shower. Teenage kids enjoyed staying in the caravan and the bungalow. Had a wonderful family holiday and would highly recommended. Skye was lovely to deal with and always responded quickly. ##### Sam D. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christian K. 30 Jan 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Spacious, yet cosy A great holiday property with lots of different spaces to hang out and relax. A very quiet neighbourhood of Barwon, still within walking distance to Hitchcock Avenue. ##### Christian K. Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Martin Hyde 24 Jan 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A great stay A wonderful house in a great town and Skye is a terrific host ##### Martin Hyde Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Elizabeth L. 11 Jan 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect family getaway Beautifully presented home which was universally loved by our family. Skye was a pleasure to deal with and made sure we had everything we needed for our stay. The house was in a great quiet location with easy access to the town, skate park and river. We would definitely stay here again. ##### Elizabeth L. Stayed 11 nights in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Manny H., Australia 27 Dec 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A home away from home!! This home has everything you need plus more! The host was very accomodating and easy to communicate with! Highly recommended! ##### Manny H. Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lisa W. 20 Dec 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### AMAZING HOME AND LOCATION!! Couldn’t feel more lucky to be given the pleasure of staying in Skye’s beautiful boathouse home for my Wedding. Myself, my Bridesmaids and my Mum thoroughly enjoyed our stay and can’t wait to see our getting ready photos from our special day ☺️ Thank you again Skye! We appreciate it so much ❤️ Xx ##### Lisa W. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Niki G. 4 Feb 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Highly recommended We really enjoyed our stay at the Boathouse. It was lovely and clean, well appointed, and the perfect layout for 2 grown families (4 in their 50's, 4 in their 20's + 2 dogs). There was plenty of room inside and out for everyone to have their own space and come together for meals, board games and drinks. The beach and town were a short drive or bike ride away, and if not too hot, walkable too. We have holidayed on the coast together for the last 12 years, and this house is in our top 2. ##### Niki G. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alexandra H., Melbourne, Australia 14 Jan 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Perfect Beach Getaway A wonderful place to stay in Barwon Heads. The house is clean and lovingly maintained- it has anything you might possibly need. There is lots of attention to detail and so many different nooks and crannies for us all to retire to. My kids loved the outdoor bath and my husband loved to relax in the outdoor seating area with a book and a drink. It seemed that every day we discovered something new- like the strawberry bush, the treehouse or multitude of cookbooks. Skye was a terrific communicator and promptly responded to any question I might have. All in all, a perfect getaway that was very hard to leave! ##### Alexandra H. Stayed 12 nights in Dec 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Courtney D. 3 Jan 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful home with everything you could need We had such a wonderful stay at this beautiful Beach house. The house far exceeded our expectations and had a personality and warmth that instantly made us feel at home. The house is more equipped than any other rental we have stayed in and it was meticulously cleaned for our arrival. We were a group of 4x adults and 4x young children under 5yrs and it was the perfect size and space for us all. The children were well entertained with all of the houses toys and the ample outdoor space. The location is close enough to the Main Street to walk but also nice and quiet. The owner had great communication and we felt lucky to stay in her beautiful home. We look forward to return again next summer. ##### Courtney D. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Bob N., Melbourne, Australia 23 Jan 2019 #### Lovely beachy house for a holiday Loved the ambiance and location. We had a good time and any minor issues were immediately addressed. Cheers ##### Bob N. Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Judy J. 15 Jan 2019 #### Outstanding House Absolutely wonderful. This house is stunning! The styling of this house is just beautiful. You could not ask for a more perfect place to stay in Barwon Heads. Great skate park & park at the end of the road for the kids, 10 min walk to shops and beach. The house is fully functional with everything and more for cooking and entertaining. The bed linen... gorgeous! Thank you Skye for your beautiful house. Judy & Peter Jones and extended family from the UK. ##### Judy J. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2019 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Charlotte G. 2 Jan 2019 #### Best beach break My family and I had a great time here over Christmas. Fantastic amenities, great location and a beautiful house with decks on every entrance to lounge on. It Was the perfect Getaway. ##### Charlotte G. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2018 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Sharon W. 27 Feb 2018 #### Lovely family home We had a lovely stay at you warm inviting family home. Outside bath was fun! ##### Sharon W. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### JOHN W. 22 Feb 2018 #### Fantastic place for the family to stay Our family had a great time staying at the Boat House - Barwon Heads. We had everything we needed - Fantastic kitchen and great living space for lounging around. Do your self a favour and stay here next time you go to Barwon Heads ##### JOHN W. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kellie L. 23 Oct 2017 #### Such a special weekend in the most beautiful home! Just wanted say a huge thankyou for sharing your beautiful home with us! I’m so glad we got to enjoy it for the weekend. We couldn’t get over how much time and effort would have gone into making this house so unique. SIMPLY AMAZING! Thanks again, it was so special. We had the best time! ##### Kellie L. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Niall S. 23 Jan 2017 #### Perfect beach house! The boat house was a perfect house to have a holiday with kids and overseas family. \* Great kitchen/ lounge for entertaining! \* Beautiful outdoor spaces to enjoy a morning coffee or evening wine! \* Absolute perfection for kids! Full of toys, games and spaces to play (as well as cots , a high chair a baby bath !!) \* Very comfortable and relaxing holiday with everything you need \* The outside bath and shower were fantastic and so cool! \* The owner was delightful to communicate with, there was even a Christmas present waiting for our baby when we arrived ! \* Highly recommended , beautiful house. ##### Niall S. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### fiona j. 14 Jan 2017 #### Kid heaven in Barwon Heads We had a great stay at the Boat House. Our four year old and 18 month old thought it was the best holiday ever. To prove it my four year old cried all the way to Torquay when we left. They loved the play room and all the toys and books that were available and the al fresco bath was lots of fun. Everything has been thought of, and the house has practically everything you could ask for for a beach holiday. 15min walk into town was a bit far for our littlies, but our dog enjoyed it and the park at the end of the street is a bonus. ##### fiona j. ---