Title: The White House - Modern Coastal Escape with Undercover Alfresco 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 White House - Modern Coastal Escape with Undercover Alfresco Family-friendly holiday home in Torquay ## Photo gallery for The White House - Modern Coastal Escape with Undercover Alfresco ![Outdoor dining - The White House - Modern Coastal Escape with Undercover Alfresco (Torquay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91180000/91179300/91179232/2ab774cc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher - The White House - Modern Coastal Escape with Undercover Alfresco (Torquay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91180000/91179300/91179232/c3e3ae04.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - The White House - Modern Coastal Escape with Undercover Alfresco (Torquay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91180000/91179300/91179232/b94ac42c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo - The White House - Modern Coastal Escape with Undercover Alfresco (Torquay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91180000/91179300/91179232/27f01d01.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, books, stereo - The White House - Modern Coastal Escape with Undercover Alfresco (Torquay)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91180000/91179300/91179232/40aa8e01.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies A firepit, a garden and a playground are just a few of the amenities provided at The White House - Modern Coastal Escape with Undercover Alfresco. In addition to an arcade/games room and laundry facilities, guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 4 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 8 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning - 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. ### The White House - Modern Coastal Escape with Undercover Alfresco Want a family beach getaway or coastal escape with friends? Featuring ocean glimpses from the balcony, gas fireplace, Breville coffee machine, fire pit, trampoline, play room with toys, mud kitchen, hammock, Bose speaker, heating/cooling. A stones throw from surf precinct for shopping, cafes and breweries. Short, 1km stroll to the beach. The White House is our family home. It is modern, sun drenched and in the perfect location for a getaway. Our favourite place is our fully covered north facing outdoor area... lay in the hammock with a book or enjoy a bbq under the festoon lights and disco ball! Kids will love the Vuly enclosed trampoline, mud kitchen and playroom. In winter, cosy up on the couch in front of the fireplace, play some boardgames or binge on the variety of streaming services provided. And at night the sound of crashing waves can rock you into a deep sleep! Sorry, no party groups or schoolies. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach towels ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Blender - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Ice maker - Kitchen island - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 4 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels - Stereo ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk - Desk chair - Printer ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Arcade/game room ### 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 ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/87000000/86040000/86034900/86034874/9251464a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Coastal Family Dream Retreat Surf Coast - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi - Air-conditioning [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-02-28&selected=86034874&PinnedHotelID=86034874&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89580000/89570200/89570142/51110f10.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Family size townhouse, 2km from the beach Torquay - Kitchen - Washing machine - Air-conditioning [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-02-28&selected=89570142&PinnedHotelID=89570142&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, stovetop, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120400000/120393300/120393271/0b2a097a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Gilmore Retreat | Hillside Views & Coastal Vibes Torquay - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning - Barbecue grill [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-02-28&selected=120393271&PinnedHotelID=120393271&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90020000/90019300/90019236/89a06953.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Wurrak Water View 20 Torquay - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-02-28&selected=90019236&PinnedHotelID=90019236&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103950000/103949000/103948993/43d242dd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Torquay Serenity House Torquay - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Air-conditioning 10 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-27&endDate=2026-02-28&selected=103948993&PinnedHotelID=103948993&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/104000000/103190000/103189500/103189468/e5584e9d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Surf Coast Shack - Close to surf shops! 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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 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 ## About the area Torquay is home to this holiday home. Old Geelong Gaol and The Heights Heritage House and Garden are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Surf World Museum and Epic Surf School. Travelling with kids? Consider Point Danger Marine Sanctuary and Point Addis Marine National Park. [Visit our Torquay travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Torquay.dx180386) [View more Holiday homes in Torquay](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Torquay-Private-Holiday-Homes.d180386-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-38.32113%2C144.31454&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=GaL9wslr_2toEiJJHaoiTCBvvpM=) Torquay, VIC ### What's nearby - ![Hello sparkly sunny Victorian day! Fishermans Beach in Torquay is the perfect expansive stretch of coast for a long walk on the beach and parts of it are dog friendly and dog off lead so its a great stop if your travelling with pets! ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/11207/56602452-7ff6-4192-8401-fd343996d9fc.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Torquay Beach 15 min walk \- 0.8 miles - Torquay Visitor Information Centre 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Surf World Museum 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Torquay Central Farmers Market 19 min walk \- 1.0 mile - Front Beach 3 min drive \- 1.0 mile ### Getting around - Waurn Ponds Station 17 min drive - Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) 41 min drive ### Restaurants - The Salty Dog Cafe 3 min drive - Torquay Larder 3 min drive - McDonald's 12 min walk - Pond Cafe 4 min drive - Bomboras Cafe Bar & Pizzeria 4 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The White House - Modern Coastal Escape with Undercover Alfresco pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at The White House - Modern Coastal Escape with Undercover Alfresco? ### What time is check-in at The White House - Modern Coastal Escape with Undercover Alfresco? ### What time is check-out at The White House - Modern Coastal Escape with Undercover Alfresco? ### Where is The White House - Modern Coastal Escape with Undercover Alfresco located? ## Have a question? 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