Title: Golden Sands - McCrae 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 # Golden Sands - McCrae Waterfront holiday home with kitchen and balcony ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109420000/109413100/109413050/ba802185.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109420000/109413100/109413050/w1906h1080x14y0-577fd36d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109420000/109413100/109413050/a219fd19.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109420000/109413100/109413050/4a3c093f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109420000/109413100/109413050/76c6d12c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Experience the laid-back charm of this Mornington Peninsula residence, with two large living areas and an entertaining balcony perfect for watching ships glide across Port Phillip Bay. Unwind in the games room, enjoy a BBQ on the alfresco balcony or soak up natural light in the polished timber and concrete floors. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Washer - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Air conditioning - 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. ### Golden Sands - McCrae Inviting sunset daiquiris on the balcony with views across Port Phillip Bay, this superb beachside home is just an easy 10 minute stroll to idyllic McCrae beach and close to an extensive array of restaurants, cafes and attractions. The perfect base to explore the Mornington Peninsula while enjoying room to spread out and relax with two large living areas including a games room for the kids and an entertaining balcony to watch the ships glide. An easy stroll to the beach and shopping centre and a little further to McCrae village and lighthouse for hot breakies, Greek, pizza, Thai and more, you can leave the stresses of life far behind from this laidback residence and soak up the seaside spoils, while among the surrounding attractions are surf beaches, horse-riding trails, the Enchanted Maze, wineries, hot springs and golf courses – all just a short drive away. A well-appointed kitchen fitted with a full suite of stainless steel appliances and sea-green glass splashbacks adjoins a living and dining area which spills out via banks of sliding glass to the alfresco balcony with BBQ and an outdoor dining setting for afternoon charcuterie boards backdropped by a vista that stretches across Port Phillip Bay to the You Yangs. Also upstairs is the main bedroom and an adjacent bathroom, while two downstairs bedrooms are served by a family bathroom with spa bath and the large games and living area with a pool table and flat screen television. Flooded with natural light and offering loads of peace and serenity, polished timber and concrete floors also add to the relaxed coastal theme. Additional Features: • Entertaining balcony with bay views • Living areas on both levels including Pool Table • Split system air-conditioning • Ceiling fans • Polished concrete & timber floors • Convection oven & microwave • Dishwasher & gas cooktop • Fridge/freezer • Coffee machine, kettle & toaster • Bathroom adjacent main bedroom • Full 2nd bathroom with spa bath • Double carport Bedding Configuration: • Main Bedroom – 1 x King Bed (adjacent bathroom) • Bedroom 2 – 1 x Queen Bed • Bedroom 3 – 1 x Triage Bunk plus 1 x Single Bed ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Hot tub ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car recommended - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Jetted bathtub - Shower ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - Near a hospital - Near an outlet shopping centre - Near the marina - Near the sea - On the waterfront ### Things to do - Billiards/pool table - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Windsurfing 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; 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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 A car is recommended for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as 84\_141 ## 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-38.35857%2C144.92726&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=LF98vGE9R6q2Iw2s-nqSkn_txEA=) McCrae, VIC #### What's nearby - Rosebud Beach - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles - The Enchanted Adventure Garden - 4 min drive - 2.4 miles - Rosebud Country Club - 4 min drive - 2.6 miles - Mornington Peninsula Visitor Information Centre & Regional Booking Service - 5 min drive - 2.4 miles - Peninsula Hot Springs - 12 min drive - 8.7 miles #### Getting around - Moorooduc Station - 18 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬4 min drive - ‪Rosebud Hotel - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Milbri - ‬4 min drive - ‪KFC - ‬5 min drive - ‪Alatonero - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Golden Sands - McCrae pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### Where is Golden Sands - McCrae located? > Located in McCrae, this holiday home is within 1 mile (2 km) of Arthurs Seat State Park, Rosebud Beach and Rosebud Bushland Reserve. Dromana Bushland Reserve and Heronswood Garden 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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