Title: Seaside Sanctuary - Beautiful family home located right next to the beach. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=109056066&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Seaside Sanctuary - Beautiful family home located right next to the beach. Holiday home in St Leonards ## Photo gallery for Seaside Sanctuary - Beautiful family home located right next to the beach. ![Smart TV, books - Seaside Sanctuary - Beautiful family home located right next to the beach. (St Leonards)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109060000/109056100/109056066/005a7aec.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining - Seaside Sanctuary - Beautiful family home located right next to the beach. (St Leonards)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109060000/109056100/109056066/d5f75000.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Seaside Sanctuary - Beautiful family home located right next to the beach. (St Leonards)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109060000/109056100/109056066/b83f3858.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Children’s area - Seaside Sanctuary - Beautiful family home located right next to the beach. (St Leonards)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109060000/109056100/109056066/a45eb597.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - Seaside Sanctuary - Beautiful family home located right next to the beach. (St Leonards)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/110000000/109060000/109056100/109056066/673bc53f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies At Seaside Sanctuary, experience your coastal retreat where charm meets tranquility. Nestled near the Edward Point Wildlife Reserve and beach, enjoy the perfect blend of seclusion and serenity with picturesque views from large windows or unwind on a screened-in porch. ## Reviews 8.8 Excellent ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Parking available ## 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. ### Seaside Sanctuary - Beautiful family home located right next to the beach. Located just a stone’s throw from the beach and walking tracks in the Edward Point Wildlife Reserve. Seaside Sanctuary is your ultimate coastal retreat where charm meets tranquility. This hideaway offers a perfect blend of seclusion and serenity, surrounded by lush flora and vibrant fauna that create a natural paradise. The living space is open and airy, with large windows framing picturesque views of the surrounding greenery as well as a screened- in porch that allows for indoor, outdoor living. Come and discover your own slice of coastal paradise! : Linens - Yes, with Beds Unmade : Lockbox Available - Yes : Distance to Town Centre – 2.8 km : Wifi Available - Yes : Pets – Yes (however front fence is not fully secure) : BBQ - Yes : Boat Space – Yes : Car Parking - Yes : Steps at Property - Yes : Heating - Yes : Cooling - Yes : Bond - Credit Card Pre Auth upon guest registration (not AirBnB) : Room Config - B1-Two Single beds, B2-King bed, B3- Single Bunk beds, B4- Queen bed and two Singles : Bathroom Config - Bathroom, Powder room, Ensuite, Outdoor Shower : Terms and Conditions can be found on our website ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer - Shower ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - Books - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Location highlights - In a village ### Things to do - Cycling nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Motor boating nearby - Swimming nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/2200/2112/1829420c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Langham, Melbourne Southbank - Pool - Hot tub - Spa - Free Wi-Fi 9.2 Wonderful 1,212 reviews £142 includes taxes & fees 9 Mar - 10 Mar [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-09&endDate=2026-03-10&selected=2112&PinnedHotelID=2112&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![River Penthouse Suite | Bathroom | Designer toiletries, hair dryer, bathrobes, slippers](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/108000000/107390000/107387400/107387337/82f31769.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 1 Hotel Melbourne Docklands - 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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 indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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\_97 ## About the area Located in St Leonards, this holiday home is near the beach. Pilots' Cottages and Fort Queenscliff are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Swan Bay - Edwards Point Wildlife Reserve and Port Phillip Heads Marine National Park. Marine and Freshwater Discovery Centre and Bellarine Adventure Golf 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 St Leonards travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Leonards.dx6343914) [View more Holiday homes in St Leonards](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Leonards-Private-Holiday-Homes.d6343914-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-38.19282%2C144.70830&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=u-IBFhNVzdQLo0D9mtBZzbT7ZTQ=) St Leonards, VIC ### What's nearby - ![Ferry](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6159176/7e0ae06c-c0ef-44f1-8c2e-7ccd69195d1f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Spirit of Tasmania Ferry Terminal 38 min drive \- 29.1 miles - Swan Bay - Edwards Point Wildlife Reserve 1 min walk \- 0.1 miles - St Leonards Beach 10 min walk \- 0.6 miles ### Getting around - Drysdale Station 15 min drive - Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) 57 min drive ### Restaurants - Grand Hotel 12 min drive - Queenscliff Brewhouse 22 min drive - Queenscliff Fish & Chips 21 min drive - Panache Cafe & Creperie 21 min drive - The Portarlington Bakehouse 12 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Seaside Sanctuary - Beautiful family home located right next to the beach. pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Seaside Sanctuary - Beautiful family home located right next to the beach.? ### Where is Seaside Sanctuary - Beautiful family home located right next to the beach. located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Seaside Sanctuary - Beautiful family home located right next to the beach. Reviews ## Reviews ### Excellent 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 0 6 - Okay 1 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 8.6 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jacqui B. 26 Apr 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Thanks Six adults and one six year old had a fabulous Easter at Seaside Sanctuary. Quirky, clean, well stocked with the necessities plus some. A great place to relax near the beach. ##### Jacqui B. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Denise M. 29 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy #### Casual comfortable and quiet A delightful old home with a lush garden. This property has lots of extras that would be perfect for a large family group with young children. Great proximity to the bay and nature reserve for daily walks. Next time we will bring the grandchildren ##### Denise M. Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024 ### 6/10 Okay #### HATICE T. 27 Jan 2026 Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy House was nice but the kitchen was dirty the wood bench top was mouldy around the sink. The pans were old worn out and not enough pots to cook in. ##### HATICE T. 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