Title: Beachside Retreat - Game of pool after the beach anyone? 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 # Beachside Retreat - Game of pool after the beach anyone? Holiday home in Portarlington ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87340000/87334700/87334680/8a65414e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87340000/87334700/87334680/310066c0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![4 bedrooms, desk, WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87340000/87334700/87334680/98577930.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87340000/87334700/87334680/64bc8a3f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87340000/87334700/87334680/3e437af2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Step into this beachside haven and unwind in style. With modern amenities, a bright open-plan living space, and plenty of room to relax, this four-bedroom home is perfect for families and groups. Enjoy the BBQ area or challenge your friends to a game of billiards in the rumpus room. 7.6 Good ### Entire home 4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Air conditioning - Barbecue grill - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Beachside Retreat - Game of pool after the beach anyone? Don’t miss out—secure your getaway now. This stunning four bedroom beach home is the perfect retreat for families and groups looking to relax and unwind. Just one street from the beach and a short stroll to the town centre, this home boasts modern amenities and a bright, open plan living space with plenty of room. The downstairs area features an open plan lounge room and dining space that leads to a rumpus room with a billiards table, perfect for entertaining. Upstairs, the home offers three additional bedrooms, a rumpus room, and a bathroom with a separate toilet, providing lots of space and comfort for all guests. The property also features air conditioning, heating and cooling, a BBQ, and a paved outdoor entertaining space, ensuring guests can enjoy all the outdoor areas have to offer in comfort. Further details about the property include: : Linens - Yes, with Beds Made : Lockbox Available - Yes : Distance to Town Centre – 1.1 km : Wifi Available - Yes : Pets - No : BBQ - Yes : Boat Space – Yes : Car Parking - Yes : Steps at Property - Yes : Heating - Yes Central heating downstairs, warm air flows up the open stairwell only : Cooling - Yes : Bond - Credit Card Pre Auth upon guest registration (not AirBnB) : Room Config - B1-Queen bed, B2-Queen bed, B3-Queen bed, B4-Queen bed, : Bathroom Config - Upstairs and Downstairs Bathrooms, with Separate Toilet : Terms and Conditions can be found on our website ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a village ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Swimming 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) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/65000000/64670000/64660900/64660859/f362e943.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bayfront Bliss with Spa, Views and Fire Portarlington - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Air conditioning 9.2 Wonderful 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-18&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=64660859&PinnedHotelID=64660859&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/97000000/96770000/96768000/96767978/960be714.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxury home with views -Portarlington town centre. 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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 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. ### Property is also known as 143\_34 ## About the area Portarlington is home to this holiday home. Pilots' Cottages and Fort Queenscliff are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Portarlington Flora and Fauna Reserve and Salt Lagoon-St. Leonards Wildlife Reserve. Port Phillip Heads Marine National Park and Adventure Park Geelong are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing, power boating and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling. [Visit our Portarlington travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Portarlington.dx6142825) [View more Holiday homes in Portarlington](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Portarlington-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6142825-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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-38.11425%2C144.66347&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=hh0hS1OUfWbxg-VHlOvYLvHgyMY=) Portarlington, VIC ### What's nearby - Steely Rocks Beach - 5 min walk - 0.3 miles - Portarlington Waterfront - 14 min walk - 0.8 miles - Portarlington Golf Club - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles - Portarlington Ferry Dock - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile - Portarlington Recreation Reserve - 2 min drive - 1.2 miles ### Getting around - Drysdale Station - 17 min drive - Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 65 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Salty Cow - ‬10 min drive - ‪The Whiskery - ‬8 min drive - ‪The Portarlington Bakehouse - ‬14 min walk - ‪Café Ink - ‬10 min drive - ‪The Fig Tree Store - ‬10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Beachside Retreat - Game of pool after the beach anyone? pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Beachside Retreat - Game of pool after the beach anyone?? > Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Beachside Retreat - Game of pool after the beach anyone?? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Beachside Retreat - Game of pool after the beach anyone? located? > Situated in Portarlington, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Steely Rocks Beach and Portarlington Waterfront. Portarlington Ferry Dock and Portarlington Golf Club 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 ## Beachside Retreat - Game of pool after the beach anyone? Reviews 7.6 ### 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) ### 5.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 6/10 Okay #### theresa M. 15 Jan 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Cleanliness #### great location The location of the house was great and my family enjoyed their stay here. Unfortunately the cleanliness of the house was a let down as it was not up to standard ##### theresa M. Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Carolyn B. 1 Dec 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great adult getway The house is close to the beach and only 10 minutes walk to town. A spacious and well laid out property. My only suggestions are to have an outside seating area and stock up on more of the same sized wine glasses. :) We had a great stay, would recommend. ##### Carolyn B. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023 ### 6/10 Okay #### William M. 3 Jan 2024 Liked: Check-in, communication, location Disliked: Cleanliness #### Not very clean,needs maintenance Nice spot but not very clean very out dated,thing’s broken,spiders,cobwebs,mice poo, absolutely filthy bbq just needs a good clean,light bulbs need replacing light switches need fixing, carpet filthy just a bit disappointed ##### William M. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Belinda L. 31 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good Was a great house. Great location. Not a lot of space for a cook to cook for a family but otherwise really good ##### Belinda L. 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