Title: Peaceful Private Portsea Retreat 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 # Peaceful Private Portsea Retreat Family-friendly holiday home in Melbourne ![4 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48980000/48973700/48973671/w4030h3022x2y0-277be74a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48980000/48973700/48973671/5505a0e9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48980000/48973700/48973671/w4030h3022x0y2-79a16f7f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, books, stereo](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48980000/48973700/48973671/dde2911c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/49000000/48980000/48973700/48973671/ef46c5a8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in the charming beach town of Portsea, this luxury home offers a serene escape with 1.5 acres of lush gardens and expansive deck areas overlooking the Portsea Golf Course. Take advantage of on-site tennis courts, a billiard room with an open fireplace, or unwind at this tranquil retreat within walking distance to beaches and local hotspots like the iconic Portsea Hotel. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Barbecue grill - Fireplace - 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. ### Peaceful Private Portsea Retreat Located in the picturesque beach town of Portsea, this luxury home is surrounded by 1 1/2 acres of beautiful garden. The home is comprised of 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, and an open lounge, dining and kitchen area. The expansive deck areas are ideal for overlooking the Portsea Golf Course. Enjoy the use of the tennis court, billiard room/second living space with an open-fire place. The relaxing and tranquil nature of this home makes it the perfect location to revel in all Portsea has to offer. 10 minute walk to beach and Portsea Hotel. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby - Beach loungers - Beach towels ### 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 - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Area rugs in public areas - No lift - Smooth flooring in public areas - Well-lit path to entrance - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Housekeeping (on request) - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea - Next to a golf course ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Golf - Tennis - Birdwatching nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Parasailing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Water skiing nearby - Water tubing nearby - Wildlife walks 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; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden - Housekeeping (on request) - Locally-owned and organised tours and activities - Recycling ## Similar properties ![Beach nearby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109690000/109681400/109681314/d590e250.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Portsea on Point - Private Beach Access Portsea - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-01&endDate=2025-12-02&selected=109681314&PinnedHotelID=109681314&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Smart TV, fireplace, Netflix, DVD player](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33920000/33912400/33912304/eb173010.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Portsea - 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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 Safety features at this property include a first aid kit and a deadlock This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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 ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property Peaceful Private Portsea Retreat Melbourne Peaceful Private Portsea Retreat Private vacation home Peaceful Private Portsea Retreat Private vacation home Melbourne ## 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-38.32618%2C144.70831&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=I8_J5oqJgx0yMvwg0hvXdaqYZQk=) Portsea, VIC #### What's nearby - Mornington Peninsula National Park - 10 min walk - 0.6 miles - Portsea Beach - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles - Portsea Back Beach - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles - Portsea Pier - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles - Point Nepean National Park - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles #### Getting around - Drysdale Station - 70 min drive - Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 118 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪St Paul's Road General Store - ‬4 min drive - ‪Hotel Sorrento - ‬4 min drive - ‪Panda - ‬8 min drive - ‪Portsea Hotel - ‬16 min walk - ‪Koonya Hotel - ‬4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Peaceful Private Portsea Retreat pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Peaceful Private Portsea Retreat? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Peaceful Private Portsea Retreat? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Peaceful Private Portsea Retreat? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Peaceful Private Portsea Retreat located? > This family-friendly Melbourne holiday home is located by the sea, within 1 mi (2 km) of Mornington Peninsula National Park, Port Phillip Heads Marine National Park and Portsea Beach. Portsea Back Beach and Point Nepean National Park are also within 1 mile (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Peaceful Private Portsea Retreat Reviews 10 ### Exceptional 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 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Amy B. 26 Dec 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Wonderful House for a family Christmas. We had a wonderful week away for Christmas with family. House was clean, well appointed, deck was perfect for afternoon drinks and dinner and there was plenty of family tennis games! We had such a great time. Thanks Margie! ##### Amy B. Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lara B. 26 Jan 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Serene and spectacular My family and I had a wonderful stay at this beautiful property. We are keen tennis players and loved having friends over to play and entertain (plumbed BBQ was a hit) on the gorgeously spacious deck with a view of Dalgeny and the golf course. The house is extremely well-stocked with condiments and pantry basics as well as most appliances you can think of. A rowdy game of pool late into the night wasn't a problem because the house is quite isolated and it was handy having a bar and fridge downstairs. The property is ideally situated a stroll to the front beaches and the Portsea Hotel, as well as the back beach, so most days we'd walk in for a swim, coffee, lunch or dinner. My only advice would be, is if you're staying longer than a week, get a laundry change if you dread doing loads of washing. It's a fabulous home and great for active families with teens. I look forward to staying again. ##### Lara B. Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Dario G. 3 Jan 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Private Gem in Portsea, Victoria First of all, driving in to the property, we’ve been welcomed by a full size tennis court on the right side of this elevated beach/holiday house with surrounding 1st floor decking that you can absolutely just lounge in or hold a nice get together with friends and family. The place was very clean upon arriving, bedrooms are tidy and sheets are fresh and prepared nicely. Everything that you need in in every room is pretty much supplied, bathrooms had body wash, shampoos, conditioners and fresh towels. Bedrooms have spacious wardrobes with extra sheets and hangers. Kitchen has your standard utensils, pots and pans, glasses, plates etc. and the pantry had enough, standard cooking ingredients. The property is 6min away from the shops which was perfect and was so close to a gym which was really convenient for us coz we’re all fitness fanatics. We played our heart out with lots of laughters on the tennis court as well. That’s something everyone should try! Tennis rackets and tennis balls were supplied, so grab a racket and have a little competition amongst you and your friends for a good laugh. Only thing that was missing or would’ve been perfect, if the property had a pool. Other than that, it was enough entertainment and space for everyone since it’s a huge block. Overall, the place was perfect for our 2021 New Years celebration, friends and family had a great and relaxing stay and would definitely hire the place again in the near future! Would like to thank Margie for being a terrific host, she was easy going and on point with all of her request. We really enjoyed our stay! ##### Dario G. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2020 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Alicia H. 4 Apr 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Fabulous private Portsea home for wonderful getaway! We had a fantastic time at this Portsea home. It’s very secluded and the views of the surrounding trees are magic. The home is big enough for two families and there is everything you will need. The linen and towels were top notch and Margi was a brilliant host! There was even a hand written note a premium bottle of champagne on arrival! Air conditioning for those warmer weekends and excellent tennis court! Loved it! ##### Alicia H. Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jacqui M. 10 Mar 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely family stay All you could ask for in a holiday home ##### Jacqui M. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Vicki C. 10 Jan 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Beautiful family Portsea retreat Great location- quiet yet close to shops and beaches- loved the pool table and tennis court- great family stay ##### Vicki C. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Pan Pacific Melbourne](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Pan-Pacific-Melbourne.h2432787.Hotel-Information) > > [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) > > [Villas Fuengirola](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Fuengirola-Villas.d5775-aaVillas.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [Space Hotel - Hostel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Space-Hotel-Hostel.h2100092.Hotel-Information) > > [Sandman Signature Vancouver Airport Hotel & Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Vancouver-Hotels-Sandman-Signature-Vancouver-Airport-Hotel-Resort.h882768.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Savoy Theatre](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Savoy-Theatre-Hotels.0-l553248621555971651-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Drury Plaza Hotel Nashville Downtown](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nashville-Hotels-Drury-Plaza-Hotel-Nashville-Downtown.h35146945.Hotel-Information) > > [Marsh Farm Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Swindon-Hotels-Marsh-Farm-Hotel.h520261.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) > > [The Waverley International Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-The-Waverley-International-Hotel.h3504259.Hotel-Information) > > [Ovolo South Yarra](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Ovolo-South-Yarra.h63305062.Hotel-Information) > > [Travelodge Hotel Melbourne Docklands](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Travelodge-Hotel-Melbourne-Docklands.h3033860.Hotel-Information) > > [Swissotel Hotels in Sharm El Sheikh](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Sharm-El-Sheikh-Hotels-Swissotel.0-0-d3274--bSwissotel.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Comfort Apartments Royal Gardens](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Royal-Gardens.h425401.Hotel-Information) > > [Generator Dublin](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Dublin-Hotels-Generator-Dublin.h4445809.Hotel-Information) > > [Atlantis Hotel, Melbourne](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Atlantis-Hotel.h864494.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels near Glasgow Green](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Glasgow-Green-Hotels.0-l6195124-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Carlton Lygon Lodge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Melbourne-Hotels-Carlton-Lygon-Lodge.h4790050.Hotel-Information) > > [King's Head Hotel by Greene King Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Wimborne-Hotels-Kings-Head-Hotel-By-Greene-King-Inns.h3075248.Hotel-Information) > > [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 Newcastle-upon-Tyne (NCL) to Melbourne (MEL)](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/flights/ncl/mel/newcastle-to-melbourne) ### Activities > [Things to do in Arrochar](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Arrochar.d182736.Travel-Guide-Activities) > > [Things to do in Puerto Rico](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Puerto-Rico.d182374.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [London Eye](https://www.expedia.co.uk/London-Eye-London-City-Centre.d6047451.Attraction) > > [Hôtel de Ville](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-De-Ville-Paris-City-Center.d6068779.Attraction) > > [Tangier Holidays](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tangier.d3495.Holidays-City-Breaks)