Title: Moonah at Forbes residence 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 # Moonah at Forbes residence Family-friendly holiday home with indoor pool and outdoor pool ![Indoor pool, outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34630000/34623300/34623264/b3761003.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34630000/34623300/34623264/bef906f3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34630000/34623300/34623264/a3470f9b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34630000/34623300/34623264/e27430c6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34630000/34623300/34623264/68cd9f87.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Perched on the Southern Mornington Peninsula, Moonah on Forbes offers a modern retreat. Take in Hinterland views from upstairs and downstairs outdoor areas or cozy up by the central heating with Foxtel in one of two living spaces. 9.0 Wonderful ### Entire home 5 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 13 ## Popular amenities - - - Parking available - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Washer ## 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. ### Moonah at Forbes residence For your added security this property is only managed in Australia and we never request payments be made to overseas bank accounts. Moonah on Forbes is a modern home just 5-minutes drive from the Bay beaches and a 20-minute walk to the Ocean or Back beaches of the Southern Mornington Peninsula. It comprises 5 bedrooms (sleeps 12), 2 bathrooms, one with spa bath, 2 living areas with Foxtel and pool table. This 2-storey home has lovely Hinterland views and large outdoor entertaining areas both upstairs and downstairs. The house has central heating and air-conditiong . It has a fully equipped kitchen and full laundry facilities including washer and dryer. Linen can be provided for an additional charge. The house sleeps a max of 13 guests ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Pool/Spa - Heated pool - Hot tub - Indoor pool - Outdoor pool - Private pool ### 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 - Hob - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Jetted bathtub - Shower - Toilet paper ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - DVD player - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Outdoor entertainment area ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washer/dryer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - Near the sea ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Heated pool - Tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Swimming nearby - Whale watching nearby - Wildlife walks 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Smart TV, fireplace, Netflix, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/72000000/71730000/71726500/71726483/9f58c0d9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Seaesta Rye by Ready Set Stay - Pet-friendly, solar heated pool, WIFI, Netflix Rye - Pool - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 9.2 Wonderful 46 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-22&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=71726483&PinnedHotelID=71726483&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Games room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92440000/92432800/92432720/ee67b723.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Peninsulas largest group accommodation. 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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 not indicated whether 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 ### Property is also known as Moonah on Forbes Accommodation Melbourne Moonah on Forbes Accommodation Private vacation home Moonah on Forbes Accommodation Private vacation home Melbourne 34518 ## 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-38.39460%2C144.80971&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=TIhp407yi01804cfr1I2-7PRWNQ=) Rye, VIC #### What's nearby - Rye Beach - 5 min drive - 2.2 miles - Alba Thermal Springs and Spa - 5 min drive - 2.9 miles - Peninsula Hot Springs - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles - Sorrento Front Beach - 10 min drive - 5.0 miles - The Dunes Golf Links - 11 min drive - 1.7 miles #### Getting around - Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 108 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Peninsula Pantry - ‬3 min drive - ‪Indulge Bar & Restaurant - ‬5 min drive - ‪Amphitheatre Cafe - ‬8 min drive - ‪Ruby Modern Thai Restaurant - ‬4 min drive - ‪Whitecliffs General Store - ‬5 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Moonah at Forbes residence have a pool? > Yes, this property has an indoor pool and an outdoor pool. Pool types include heated pools. ### Is Moonah at Forbes residence pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### What time is check-in at Moonah at Forbes residence? > Check-in begins at 1:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Moonah at Forbes residence? > Checkout is at 11:00 AM. ### Where is Moonah at Forbes residence located? > This family-friendly Melbourne holiday home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of Lizard Head Beach, Rye Ocean Beach and Number 16 Beach. Mornington Peninsula National Park and The Dunes Golf Links are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Moonah at Forbes residence Reviews 9.0 ### Wonderful 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 6 8 - Good 6 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 7.6/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alison H. 14 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Terrific pool and spa Terrific holiday with our three children and their partners and four grandchildren. We used the pool every day and the spa every night. ##### Alison H. Stayed 14 nights in Dec 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Lesley S. 3 Jan 2025 Liked: Check-in, communication, location Disliked: Cleanliness #### New Years Holiday Charging a cleaning fee is overrated as bathrooms were not cleaned properly. Carpets and floors were not vacuumed or swept. Went to use the vacuum on the day of arrival and it was not emptied, filled to the brim. Used tissues found in bedside table, used coffe mug found in another bedside time.Outdoor area was good, pool and spa was clean.cof drawer. ##### Lesley S. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Samuel C. 22 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Amazing The environment was homely, very relaxing had everything for everyone. Really chill vibe to the place in a beautiful quiet area ##### Samuel C. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Burak O. 23 Jan 2020 Liked: Check-in, communication, location #### our stay lovely property, with some great features, really did enjoy our stay, privacy was a slight issue as there was open viewing of the backyard from the driveway, to which we were not aware of, and it was slightly more warn down then we anticipated how ever it was a thoroughly enjoyable stay. ##### Burak O. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020 ### 8/10 Good #### Chelsea S. 9 Sept 2018 #### Homey, spacious and lovely stay Jane was a lovely host and very helpful with letting us know everything about the house. The house itself was very homey, spacious, and clean. Very close to grocery shops and the main beach of Rye. Will definitely be passing on this house to friends and family when looking to stay in Rye. Thanks again Jane :) ##### Chelsea S. Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2018 This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Aaron R. 9 Oct 2015 #### A great place to getaway to! Have stayed at this place 4 times now and it has never disappointed my friends and I. Very spacious, has an awesome spa and pool! Very clean and has everything you need. Will definitely stay here again! ##### Aaron R. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 5 Feb 2014 #### Having a pool and spa in the perfect weather. They have a pool table on the ground floor as well so Having a pool and spa in the perfect weather. They have a pool table on the ground floor as well so everyone is well entertained. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent 22 Dec 2012 #### The best thing would be the amount of rooms, and the pool The best thing would be the amount of rooms, and the pool This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good 7 Feb 2012 #### Spacious rooms, great for 2-3 families. Excellent barbeque, outdoor area. Kitchen facilities very go Spacious rooms, great for 2-3 families. Excellent barbeque, outdoor area. Kitchen facilities very good. This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good 30 Jan 2012 #### Very spacious rooms feel like a home away from home everything was provided Very spacious rooms feel like a home away from home everything was provided This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good 22 Jun 2011 #### Could probably be getting ready for an upgrade to the furniture - but other than that it was good. Could probably be getting ready for an upgrade to the furniture - but other than that it was good. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Pan Pacific Melbourne](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Pan-Pacific-Melbourne.h2432787.Hotel-Information) > > [Novotel Paris Centre Tour Eiffel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Paris-Hotels-Novotel-Paris-Centre-Tour-Eiffel.h17725.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in El Nido](https://www.expedia.co.uk/El-Nido-Hotels.d6046867.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hotels in Stockholm](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stockholm-Hotels.d178311.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Space Hotel - Hostel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Space-Hotel-Hostel.h2100092.Hotel-Information) > > [The Blue Boar Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Alcester-Hotels-The-Blue-Boar.h2496222.Hotel-Information) > > [The Waverley International Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-The-Waverley-International-Hotel.h3504259.Hotel-Information) > > [JOIA Bávaro by Iberostar - Adults Only - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Punta-Cana-Hotels-Iberostar-Grand-Bavaro-Adults-Only-All-Inclusive.h2802575.Hotel-Information) > > [Travelodge Hotel Melbourne Docklands](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Travelodge-Hotel-Melbourne-Docklands.h3033860.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson on Flagstaff Gardens Melbourne](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Radisson-On-Flagstaff-Gardens-Melbourne.h82772.Hotel-Information) > > [Quincy Hotel Melbourne](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Quincy-Hotel-Melbourne.h57242156.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Hyatt Melbourne](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Grand-Hyatt-Melbourne.h23775.Hotel-Information) > > [Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Atlantis-Hotel.h864494.Hotel-Information) > > [Ovolo South Yarra](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Ovolo-South-Yarra.h63305062.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Camden](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Camden-London-Hotels.0-n6047356-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [MLL Palma Bay Club Resort Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Palma-De-Mallorca-Hotels-MLL-Palma-Bay-Club-Resort-Hotel.h9994954.Hotel-Information) > > [Comfort Apartments Royal Gardens](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Royal-Gardens.h425401.Hotel-Information) > > [All-Inclusive Hotels in Bahrain](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Destinations-In-Bahrain-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d14-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Great Southern Hotel Melbourne](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Great-Southern-Hotel-Melbourne.h27851.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Melbourne Airport by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Melbourne-Airport.h12401.Hotel-Information) > > [Carlton Lygon Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Carlton-Lygon-Lodge.h4790050.Hotel-Information) > > [QHotels Hotels in London](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Hotels-Q-Hotels.0-0-d178279--bQHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Mercure Melbourne Southbank](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Mercure-Melbourne-Southbank.h898381.Hotel-Information) > > [Crowne Plaza Melbourne by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Crowne-Plaza-Melbourne.h845390.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from London (LHR) to Vientiane (VTE)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/lhr/vte/london-to-vientiane) > > [Flights from Crumlin (BFS) to Konavle (DBV)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/bfs/dbv/belfast-to-dubrovnik) ### Packages > [Symi Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Symi.d602456.Holidays-City-Breaks) > > [Blue Planet Aquarium](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Blue-Planet-Aquarium-Chester.d6271908.Attraction)