Title: Cottage by the Sea Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=117304926&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Cottage by the Sea Holiday home in Melbourne ## Photo gallery for Cottage by the Sea ![Living area - Cottage by the Sea (Rosebud)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117310000/117305000/117304926/3de4b921.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio - Cottage by the Sea (Rosebud)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117310000/117305000/117304926/a6ee89b8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Shower, hair dryer, towels, soap - Cottage by the Sea (Rosebud)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117310000/117305000/117304926/4bbdb4b7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets - Cottage by the Sea (Rosebud)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117310000/117305000/117304926/a8c4e75c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private kitchen - Cottage by the Sea (Rosebud)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117310000/117305000/117304926/w1170h875x0y4-1c87195d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Cottage by the Sea provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 8.0 Very good ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Washing machine - Air-conditioning ## 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. ### Cottage by the Sea Location. Location. Location. The perfect property for families, or a couples weekend away, directly opposite Rosebud plaza and 300m from the beach. Rosebrook Cottage has two bedrooms (one queen bed and one double bed), pull out sofa, two separate living areas, off street parking, two toilets and, two showers. The office also has a double bed set up. Walking distance to great local amenities, including mini golf, Rosebud RSL and Rosebud Hotel, Coles, Woolworths, Kmart, Aldi. Augustus Gelatery and so much more. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### 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) ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107620000/107613700/107613635/08d01119.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cherry Haven farmhouse overlooking Yarra Valley Wandin East - Air-conditioning - Laundry room - Microwave - Kitchen 9.8 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-23&endDate=2026-02-24&selected=107613635&PinnedHotelID=107613635&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Miscellaneous](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/124000000/123490000/123482600/123482565/b3dd821b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### An Unforgettable View Dixons Creek - 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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 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 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 ## About the area Rosebud, a neighbourhood in Melbourne, is home to this holiday home. Sorrento and Flinders Fine Art Galleries and Manyung Gallery at Sorrento are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Peninsula Stand Up Paddle and Boneo Maze & Wetlands Centre. Ace-Hi Ranch and The Enchanted Adventure Garden are also worth visiting. 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Melbourne, Australia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621562247865/93cf88e2-2430-4ce0-8e6e-a7732c07fe92.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Rye Beach 6 min drive \- 3.5 miles - ![Welcome to hot Peninsula springs.Victoria.Australia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6325038/5df1af1b-4170-4eca-b541-92358da293ef.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Peninsula Hot Springs 9 min drive \- 7.3 miles - Mornington Peninsula Visitor Information Centre & Regional Booking Service 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Rosebud Beach 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Rosebud Country Club 4 min drive \- 1.9 miles ### Getting around - Moorooduc Station 21 min drive ### Restaurants - Blue Mini Café 3 min drive - McDonald's 9 min walk - Noodle & Curry House 20 min walk - Elements Eatery 19 min walk - KFC 8 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Cottage by the Sea pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at Cottage by the Sea? ### What time is check-out at Cottage by the Sea? ### Where is Cottage by the Sea located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Cottage by the Sea Reviews ## Reviews ### Very good 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 0 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Sara L. 29 Jan 2026 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Host was welcoming and gave us an early check in, which was a lovely courtesy. The beds were comfortable and there was plenty of linen and towels. The yard was lovely for family time and the beach was just a short walk. We were surprised and delighted that there was a beach trolley to transport our belongings between the house and beach. ##### Sara L. 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