Title: Preston Alfresco Poolside Retreat Rye Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=75877484&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Preston Alfresco Poolside Retreat Rye Holiday home in Melbourne with private pool and fireplace ## Photo gallery for Preston Alfresco Poolside Retreat Rye ![Dining - Preston Alfresco Poolside Retreat Rye (Rye)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75880000/75877500/75877484/55a2f92a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi - Preston Alfresco Poolside Retreat Rye (Rye)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75880000/75877500/75877484/6a86c88e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool - Preston Alfresco Poolside Retreat Rye (Rye)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75880000/75877500/75877484/b0c51096.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, streaming services - Preston Alfresco Poolside Retreat Rye (Rye)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75880000/75877500/75877484/78e61d3b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Preston Alfresco Poolside Retreat Rye (Rye)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75880000/75877500/75877484/a70d7918.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to Alfresco Poolside Retreat Rye, a hidden sanctuary with treetop views and an alfresco area overlooking the pool. Unwind in one of two light-filled living areas, one with a cozy gas fireplace or enjoy full linen supplied and smart TVs throughout. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ### Entire home 5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 12 ## Popular amenities - Pool - Washing machine - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning £889 includes taxes & fees 12 Feb - 13 Feb ## 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. ### Preston Alfresco Poolside Retreat Rye Welcome to Preston Alfresco Poolside Retreat Rye! This hidden sanctuary is your perfect home away from home. No doubt most of your time will be spent in the amazing alfresco area that has treetop views and overlooks the solar heated pool. We also have 2 light and bright living areas, 1 with a gas fireplace. 4 beautifully styled bedrooms plus second living with 2 fold out couches and 2 bathrooms. Fully air conditioned & with ducted heating throughout to ensure your comfort all year round. Free Wifi. Perfectly set up to gather family and friends with free Wifi, all the main streaming services and full linen supplied. We have five sleeping spaces, sleeping twelve guests in comfortable beds. Bedroom one with Queen bed and ensuite Bedroom two with Queen bed Bedroom three with Queen bed Bedroom four with single bed plus trundle bed that elevates to a normal single bed. Second living space with door that has two high quality queen sized fold out sofa beds. Both living spaces have smart TVs as does the alfresco area. Evaporative cooling and ducted gas heating throughout. Reverse cycle air conditioning in the second living room plus ceiling or pedestal fans in the bedrooms and living spaces. There is also heated lamps in the bathrooms. We want to ensure you are comfortable no matter the weather. Alfresco area with large outdoor dining and barbeque and HD TV. Your booking is for the whole house. Shortly before your arrival date you will be provided with details on how to access the property. Linen, bath towels and starter amenities are provided and included in the price. We welcome guests to book that are going to use the property respectfully. We have a very strict no party policy at the house, which means no loud music day or night and at 11pm we ask you to move inside with no noise to the neighbours. We love our neighbours and want to look after them. Sorry no bucks and absolutely no schoolies bookings of any kind, not even quiet ones Hens parties by application only. Please message through your plans and we will come back to you promptly. Dogs allowed if they are over 12 months old but not on furniture or beds and all traces of pet need to be cleaned up prior to departure. Extra charges apply if this is not done. We look forward to welcoming you to our home. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Private pool ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided - Sofa bed ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Smart TV - Streaming services ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the sea ### Things to do - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Sailing nearby - Swimming 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) ## Similar properties ![Fireplace, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109690000/109681100/109681085/cee9bdc9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coastal Vintage Vista on Napier Rye - Kitchen - Washing machine - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28&selected=109681085&PinnedHotelID=109681085&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, offices](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100210000/100207800/100207759/80579905.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Mornington Peninsula Hamptons Inspired Gem Rye - Kitchen - Washing machine - Air-conditioning - Outdoor space [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28&selected=100207759&PinnedHotelID=100207759&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34630000/34623300/34623264/aa050053.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Moonah at Forbes residence Rye - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine 9.0 Wonderful 12 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28&selected=34623264&PinnedHotelID=34623264&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95890000/95887100/95887044/279c3f87.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Capel Home (House & Guest house) by Ready Set Stay Capel Sound - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi 9.6 Exceptional 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-01-27&endDate=2026-01-28&selected=95887044&PinnedHotelID=95887044&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/76000000/75190000/75183600/75183555/w1994h1330x3y3-c3967fd1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### BEST location! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### We should mention This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties ### Property is also known as 206\_2 ## 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-38.37349%2C144.79636&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=j_QLDKMXJqG7matXWJkA7VnGXps=) Rye, VIC #### What's nearby - Rye Beach \- 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Saint Johns Wood Road Beach \- 3 min drive \- 1.2 miles - Mornington Peninsula National Park \- 4 min drive \- 1.2 miles - Number 16 Beach \- 6 min drive \- 1.5 miles - Dimmicks Beach \- 9 min drive \- 1.5 miles #### Getting around - Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 112 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Peninsula Pantry - ‬3 min drive - ‪Blue Fin Sushi Bar - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Rye Hotel - ‬4 min drive - ‪Ruby Modern Thai Restaurant - ‬4 min drive - ‪Subway - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Preston Alfresco Poolside Retreat Rye have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Preston Alfresco Poolside Retreat Rye? ### Is Preston Alfresco Poolside Retreat Rye pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Preston Alfresco Poolside Retreat Rye? ### What time is check-out at Preston Alfresco Poolside Retreat Rye? ### Where is Preston Alfresco Poolside Retreat Rye located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Preston Alfresco Poolside Retreat Rye Reviews ## Reviews ### Excellent 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 1 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 7.0 Cleanliness ### 9.0 Location ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Liana A. 27 Jan 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fantastic home! Fantastic home! Had everything you could want/ need. Only issues were the cleanliness, extremely dusty, cobwebs everywhere, under beds, behind beds on the walls & couches need a good clean & vacuum. Besides that it was great & id visit again ##### Liana A. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Khadija H. 18 Oct 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy ##### Khadija H. Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### elif k. 18 Mar 2025 ##### elif k. 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