Title: The Beach Break Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - 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 # The Beach Break ## Photo gallery for The Beach Break ![Outdoor dining - The Beach Break (SMITHS BEACH)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35610000/35602500/35602416/577e43bc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, oven, stovetop, cookware/dishes/utensils - The Beach Break (SMITHS BEACH)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35610000/35602500/35602416/0b38c418.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Beach nearby - The Beach Break (SMITHS BEACH)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35610000/35602500/35602416/a6331a5c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - The Beach Break (SMITHS BEACH)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35610000/35602500/35602416/d4c75a2d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The Beach Break (SMITHS BEACH)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35610000/35602500/35602416/2852fa2f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies This lovely house, with its open-plan living and comfortable feel, is perfect for a relaxing getaway. The well-equipped kitchen and dining area are ideal for family meals, while the lounge room has an air conditioner and ceiling fan to keep you cool. Enjoy outdoor entertaining on the huge decking area or take a short 10-minute walk to the surf beach. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Outdoor space - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Fireplace ## 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. ### The Beach Break The house has open plan living kitchen and dining with open fireplace and portable electric heating and the lounge room has an air conditioner and ceiling fan. The kitchen is well equipped with electric cooking and microwave oven and there is a great dining table for 6\. Tv, dvd/video and cd player provide the inside entertainment. Polished timber floors in the living areas for easy cleaning and carpeted bedrooms. The house has a lovely comfortable feel. There is a family bathroom and additional ensuite off the main bedroom. Laundry facilities include a washing machine, iron and ironing board. The property is mostly fenced with a huge decking area partially covered, looking out on to a lovely garden area. There is a gas bbq and an outdoor setting perfect for outdoor entertaining. Grab your surfboard as it is an easy 10 minute walk to the surf beach. No Smoking inside. Strictly no pets. \*Please note that linen is not included when booking this property\* Guests are required to bring their own sheets, pillowcases, towels, bathmats and tea towels. Alternatively, a link to a local linen hire company will be provided with your booking confirmation. You will need to complete an online check-in form (Guests are required to provide a photo identification and credit card) closer to your arrival date. If you are not comfortable with this requirement, please refrain from making a booking. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply. This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties. This property is located in a residential area and guests are asked to refrain from excessive noise. A security deposit of AUD500 is required for all confirmed reservations. This will be processed via an online link 7 days prior to arrival and will be reimbursed within 7 days of check-out, subject to an inspection of the property. Please note that the Victorian Government has implemented a levy on short-stay accommodations. Starting January 1st, 2025, bookings of less than 28 days will incur the "short stay levy" in addition to the accommodation cost. For further details, please visit the SRO website. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Hob - Oven - Refrigerator ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Shower ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding 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 (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9627200/9627178/be5f8964.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### BIG4 Ingenia Holidays Phillip Island Newhaven - 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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. ### Property is also known as House 135 Back Beach Road Smiths Beach 68\_54 ## About the area Located in Smiths Beach, this holiday home is near the beach. Churchill Island Marine National Park and Phillip Island Coastal Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include A Maze'N Things and Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit. Phillip Island Wildlife Park and Penguin Parade are also worth visiting. Looking to get your feet wet? Power boating, surfing/body boarding and fishing adventures can be found near the property. [Visit our Smiths Beach travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Smiths-Beach.dx6336101) [View more Holiday homes in Smiths Beach](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Smiths-Beach-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6336101-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-38.49707%2C145.25894&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=lSb-fW09mfoYIAg_vEex3DDOoiY=) SMITHS BEACH, VIC ### What's nearby - ![Penguin Parade showing bird life and a beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6244063/319783ec-4c47-479b-a7c5-d2c6b717be13.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Penguin Parade 10 min drive \- 8.2 miles - Smiths Beach 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles - YCW Beach 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles - A Maze'N Things 17 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Phillip Island Grand Prix Circuit 4 min drive \- 2.4 miles ### Getting around - Tyabb Station 70 min drive - Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) 137 min drive ### Restaurants - Pino's Trattoria 7 min drive - SAYANG 6 min drive - Chapel Lane 7 min drive - La Porchetta 7 min drive - Cafe Lugano 7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Beach Break pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The Beach Break? ### What time is check-in at The Beach Break? ### What time is check-out at The Beach Break? ### Where is The Beach Break located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Beach Break Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 2 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 9.4 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### judith g. 27 Jan 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Smiths Beach Stay Great to stay in this very spacious & comfortable beach cottage & so handy to the beach. Loved our stay! ##### judith g. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jillian V. 29 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Our stay We enjoyed our stay at this property. Spacious inside with the cathedral ceiling, and lovely garden and decking outside. Close to the beach and not far from shops. We recommend - a great place for a family to stay. Thank you! ##### Jillian V. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023 ### 8/10 Good #### Brian K. 7 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy Disliked: Check-in #### Smith’s beach House was well appointed, close to most areas , equal distance to all areas . Draw back was having to go to Cowes to drop off keys, which added 20 minutes to our trip home . So we missed ferry to queenscliff. Had to wait an extra hr . A few windows left partially open would help with initial entry , minor issues, so otherwise very comfortable ##### Brian K. 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