Title: Bronte-an absolute beachfront property 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 # Bronte-an absolute beachfront property Beachfront holiday home with kitchen and patio ![On the beach, sun-loungers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22830000/22823800/22823711/d4c9b58c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22830000/22823800/22823711/d3423c99.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22830000/22823800/22823711/aaf9ec49.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player, books, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22830000/22823800/22823711/5eeae335.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22830000/22823800/22823711/1949945d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location On the shores of Port Phillip Bay, Bronte offers a secluded beachfront retreat. This charming 3-bedroom house features a fully equipped kitchen, comfortable living areas with sea views, and an entertainment deck perfect for BBQs and sunsets. With its own standup paddle board and nearby walking trails along Kananook Creek. 8.8 Excellent ### Entire home 3 bedroomsSleeps 81292 sq ft ## Popular amenities - - - Dryer - Washer - 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. ### Bronte-an absolute beachfront property Address - 4 Orrong Ave Frankston Corvid-19 Policy; Because of concern of our guests about Corvid-19 we are implementing the following policies effective immediately: o All guests will be required to bring all of their own linen. This means pillow cases top and bottoms sheets, and towells including tea towels.. Bringing your own mattress protectors and pillows is optional, but recommended. o Guest are asked to turn on the ducted evaporative cooler when they leave. As it is now established that Covid is primarily spread by aerosol means we believe that the science says this exchange of air minimizes that chance of virus spread. Numerous sanitizing products are also provided. o We believe that these policies will keep both you and our cleaner safe. Bronte is a single storey (2 steps), pet- and family-friendly property. Both the front and back yards are fully fenced. the front fence is low the rear fence is 1800mm. Bronte - Equipment We provide a standup paddle board for your enjoyment. You need to provide your own life preserveres. Bronte is a 3 bedroom house equipped with 3 double beds and a bunk bed (2 singles). There is also a portacot and 2 high chairs. For your laundry needs, there is a washing machine, a dryer, and a clothesline. Doonas and doona covers are supplied. By default, you provide your own linen (sheets, pillow cases, towels). However, linen is available by negotiation. The kitchen is fully equipped should you tire of all the fine restaurants just across the footbridge. The house is well shaded by vegetation including a 70-year-old coastal Banksia tree. Sea breezes together with 10-foot ceilings and good insulation minimise the need for air conditioning on all but the hottest days. providing a sustainable solution to climate control. Nevertheless, there is ducted air conditioning (evaporative cooling) for those very hot days. For the cold weather, there is gas ducted heating. The furniture is mainly early 20th century complemented by modern pieces where appropriate. This includes a new digital TV and a top of the line family Weber BBQ which will ease your task in entertaining guests on the seaside deck. A large dining table seats 8. There are two separate living areas, a lounge and a sun room both with windows facing the sea. The single garage is new and features an automatic roller door. There is parking for 2 additional vehicles in the long driveway. Bronte - Location Bronte is an absolute beachfront property. Built directly on the sand of the beach itself, it is very secluded and private. It is a battleaxe block hence not visible from any road. it is a hidden gem. Bronte is located on Long Island, directly opposite the main Frankston city area which is accessed by a footbridge on Beach St over Kananook Creek. A short walk along Beach St leads to the Frankston train line to the Melbourne CBD. The Frankston city features many fine international restaurants. My husband recommends the pizzas or a seafood platter from La Porchetta. In addition to fine restaurants, McDonalds is also close at hand for the kids. Long Island itself is a quiet residential area sandwiched between Kananook Creek and Port Phillip Bay. It is a mile long and goes from Mile Bridge (one of 2 road entry points) and the mouth of Kananook Creek which empties into the Bay near the Frankston pier and Lifesaving Club. A 8 km nature trail starts at Beach St and follows Kananook Creek north to Carrum (train back). Frankston is the gateway to the Mornington Peninsula which features many tourist attractions including wineries, national parks, ferries, surf beaches, and hot springs. Your choice of activities is almost endless. Frankston is also the largest city in the Mornington Peninsula with all the trappings including nightlife, cinemas, restaurants, cafes, major shopping centres, boat hire, government offices, train station, car hire, direct bus to airport, op shops, pawn shops, a public library, a performing arts centre, and a new aquatic center to name a few. The beach opposite Bronte is a great beach where small children can swim safely. There are 3 sand banks which take you out more than 200 meters before the water is permanently over an adult's head. History of Bronte Bronte got a letter from the queen this year congratulating her on her 100 year birthday. Bronte was built as a holiday shack in 1921. It is built of weatherboard and fibro cement with a tin roof. It has 10 foot (3 metre) ceilings which are painted wood-panelling. The walls are also painted wood-panelling. Originally there were 4 rooms, a kitchen, a lounge and 2 bedrooms. The kitchen and lounge shared a chimney but each had its own fireplace. The 1930's saw the addition of a sunroom with a leadlight bay window and a sleepout (bedroom) both facing the beach. A bathroom, laundry, and kitchen were also added to the rear. The next addition was in the 1960's when mains sewer came to Long Island. As a consequence, a toilet was added. The adult size original potty is still in the bedside cabinet in the front bedroom should you desire a unique experience. If you do use it please empty into the flush toilet as there is no longer a night service on Long Island! The 1990's' featured a major renovation to upgrade the property whilst preserving many original features. Knob and tube wiring was replaced. Lead pipes were replaced with copper. The chimney and fireplaces were removed and a hanging beam installed in the roof space to create an open plan living space. The ceiling was insulated and energy efficient climate control technology installed. The bath and kitchen were upgraded with ceramic tiles. An entertainment deck was built on the sand on the beach side. Just forward of the deck are the sand dunes of the foreshore itself. Furniture which remains from the 1920's and 1930's included the ice chest and food safe which are now used as pantries, the original kitchen dresser, and much of the bedroom furniture. The original owners were 2 English sisters. The current family purchased Bronte from the sisters in 1956 complete with all furniture and furnishings. Two generations of children grew up spending summer holidays at Bronte with their families and cousins. The third generation has arrived with cousins in Perth and the recent births of 2 gorgeous grandsons in Melbourne. However, the current owner who lives in Canberra still finds that she is not using the beach shack as often as she would like. Hence she has reluctantly made Bronte available to the general public for part of the year. The husband of the current owner is a builder who ensures that although historic, Bronte has no major maintenance problems. He has compensated for sloping floors by modifying the furniture to keep it level. ## Property amenities ### Beach - On the beach - Beach loungers ### Parking and transport - Car not required - Onsite parking options include a garage ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Outdoor shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Stereo - TV with digital channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Fully-fenced - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 5 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - No lift - Thin carpet in public areas - Wheelchair-accessible path of travel - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board - Meal delivery service ### Location highlights - In the city centre - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the ocean - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Snow sports gear - Birdwatching nearby - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails 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) ### General - Garden - Unit size: 1,292 square feet ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89450000/89447300/89447226/w2053h1358x8y0-d9f1c7fb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming Beach House - Beachfront - Walking distance to Village Mount Martha - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 7.4 Good 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-19&endDate=2025-11-20&selected=89447226&PinnedHotelID=89447226&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33910000/33905400/33905328/f4e8a93e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Cottage at Highfield Park Tyabb - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Air conditioning 10 Exceptional 200 reviews £166 includes taxes & fees 10 Nov - 11 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-10&endDate=2025-11-11&selected=33905328&PinnedHotelID=33905328&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101600000/101591600/101591589/6df2a768.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Beauty Park Getaway Frankston - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 28 reviews £178 includes taxes & fees 29 Nov - 30 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-29&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=101591589&PinnedHotelID=101591589&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby, white sand](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6720000/6713400/6713400/ee4e669e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quest Frankston on the Bay Frankston - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Restaurant - Air conditioning 8.4 Very good 868 reviews £107 includes taxes & fees 23 Nov - 24 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-23&endDate=2025-11-24&selected=6713400&PinnedHotelID=6713400&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/58000000/57940000/57937300/57937274/29cb434b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beach Walk Cottage (Newly Renovated) Pet Friendly Mornington - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.4 Exceptional 40 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-19&endDate=2025-11-20&selected=57937274&PinnedHotelID=57937274&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36040000/36033800/36033771/ada06561.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Charming Beachside studio - 2 min to the beach , pets welcome ... 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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 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 ### We should mention This property does not have any lifts A car is not required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Bronte-an Absolute Beachfront Property House Frankston Bronte-an Absolute Beachfront Property House Bronte-an Absolute Beachfront Property Frankston Brontean Absolute front House Bronte an Absolute Beachfront Property Bronte An Absolute Beachfront Bronte an Absolute Beachfront Property Bronte-an Absolute Beachfront Property Melbourne Bronte-an Absolute Beachfront Property Private vacation home 168393 ## 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-38.13874%2C145.12054&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=ZA_DmY35l-MZ5i9PCbpODEI7FRM=) Frankston, VIC #### What's nearby - Frankston Beach - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles - Frankston Arts Centre - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles - Seaford Beach - 3 min drive - 2.2 miles - Mornington Racecourse - 18 min drive - 12.2 miles - Moonlit Sanctuary Wildlife Conservation Park - 19 min drive - 13.9 miles #### Getting around - Leawarra Station - 8 min drive - Frankston Station - 12 min walk - Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 54 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Jamaica Blue - ‬11 min walk - ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min walk - ‪Waves on the Beach - ‬7 min walk - ‪Rozzis - ‬6 min walk - ‪Iron River Bar & Grill - ‬7 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Bronte-an absolute beachfront property pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows pets (limit 5 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Bronte-an absolute beachfront property? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Bronte-an absolute beachfront property? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Bronte-an absolute beachfront property located? > Located in Frankston, this beachfront holiday home is in the city centre and within a 15-minute walk of Frankston Beach, Seaford Foreshore Walking Track Trailhead and Frankston Arts Centre. Kananook Beach and Foreshore Reserve are also within 1 mile (2 km). Frankston Station is 12 minutes by foot. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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