Title: Shelby s Lodge- lovely light filled home 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 # Shelby s Lodge- lovely light filled home Holiday home in Venus Bay with balcony and fireplace ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34460000/34457600/34457580/31835bd0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34460000/34457600/34457580/50436519.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34460000/34457600/34457580/4d9ed266.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34460000/34457600/34457580/07e9d023.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Shower](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34460000/34457600/34457580/b5e3e551.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Shelby s Lodge- lovely light filled home provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. 8.4 Very good ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 10 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Fireplace - Washer - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Shelby s Lodge- lovely light filled home Welcome to Shelby’s Lodge Relax and unwind at Shelby’s Lodge, a spacious and family-friendly holiday home in the heart of Venus Bay. Tucked away on a quiet crescent, this easygoing coastal retreat is perfect for families, groups, and pet lovers looking to enjoy a relaxed seaside break. The Space Shelby’s Lodge sleeps up to 10 guests across 3 comfortable bedrooms and 2 bathrooms, including a master bedroom with a Queen bed and private ensuite. The open-plan living area is bright and inviting — a great spot to enjoy a movie on the TV, curl up by the indoor fireplace, or gather for meals at the family table. The fully equipped kitchen has everything you need to cook your favourite dishes, including a stove, oven, microwave, refrigerator, dishwasher, toaster, kettle, and all cookware, dishes, and silverware. Step outside to the patio and BBQ area, where you can relax with a meal or enjoy the garden and backyard space — perfect for pets and kids to play. Comfort & Convenience Air conditioning & heating for year-round comfort Hot water and room-darkening shades for a restful night’s sleep Washing machine for longer stays Free on-site parking for 2 cars Private entrance for easy access Smoke detector and safety features for peace of mind Pet-friendly with a secure yard Sleeping Arrangements Bedroom 1: Double bed + 2 Single beds Bedroom 2: Queen bed (with ensuite) Bedroom 3: Double bed + 2 Single beds (Tri-bunk beds feature a single on top and a double on the bottom.) Relax & Explore Located near the ocean in a peaceful rural coastal setting, Shelby’s Lodge is just a short drive or easy stroll to Venus Bay’s stunning beaches, local cafés, and scenic walking tracks. Spend your days swimming, surfing, or exploring — then come home to a cozy evening by the fire or under the stars. Guest Access Guests have full access to the entire home, including: The patio and backyard BBQ area Laundry facilities Free on-site parking Enjoy complete privacy and the freedom to settle in and make the space your own. Things to Note Linen: Please bring your own sheets, pillowcases, doona covers and towels. Pets: Well-behaved pets are welcome! Please clean up after them and keep them off furniture and beds. Fireplace: Firewood is not supplied but can be purchased locally. Wildlife: You may spot kangaroos or native birds in the area — please enjoy them from a distance. Quiet hours: Out of respect for neighbours, please keep noise to a minimum after 10 PM. Check-in/Check-out: Self-check-in details will be provided after booking. Why You’ll Love It Shelby’s Lodge is all about comfort, space, and simple coastal living. With plenty of room for everyone — and every pet — it’s the perfect base for beach adventures, BBQs, and cozy nights in. Come for the sea breeze, stay for the memories. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach nearby ### Parking and transport - Car required - Parking on site ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Shower ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Fully-fenced - Garden - Yard ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Air conditioning - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### 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 not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89050000/89046200/89046199/8b9f7494.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### All The Venus Vibes - beautiful pet friendly home Venus Bay - Washer - Pet-friendly - Air conditioning - Outdoor space 9.4 Exceptional 6 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=89046199&PinnedHotelID=89046199&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/102000000/101230000/101229700/101229656/286c2f27.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Private, bright, colourful; near beach 4; pets welcome. 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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 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. ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Shelby's Summar Venus Bay Shelby's Lodge Summar Venus Bay Shelby's Lodge Summar Private vacation home Shelby's Lodge Summar Private vacation home Venus Bay Shelby's Lodge great family getaway close to beach pet #106 Shelby's Lodge Great Family Getaway Close to Beach Pet friendly 187\_56 ## 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-38.67633%2C145.79587&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=vhh8rDq5zxdm8SSlOiBi7LfaIPI=) Venus Bay, VIC #### What's nearby - Anderson Inlet Coastal Reserve - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles - Cape Liptrap Coastal Park - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles - Point Smythe Coastal Reserve - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles - Shallow Inlet - 54 min drive - 40.2 miles - Phillip Island Chocolate Factory - 57 min drive - 51.2 miles #### Getting around - Melbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon) - 147 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Venus Bay General Store - ‬5 min drive - ‪The Chutney Bar - ‬25 min drive - ‪Tomo Modern Japanese - ‬26 min drive - ‪Paul the Pieman Bakeries - ‬31 min drive - ‪New Inverloch Palace - ‬25 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Shelby s Lodge- lovely light filled home pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Shelby s Lodge- lovely light filled home? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Shelby s Lodge- lovely light filled home? > Check-in begins at 2:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Shelby s Lodge- lovely light filled home? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Shelby s Lodge- lovely light filled home located? > Situated near the beach, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Point Smythe Coastal Reserve and Anderson Inlet Coastal Reserve. Cape Liptrap Coastal Park is 0.6 mi (1 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Shelby s Lodge- lovely light filled home Reviews 8.4 ### Very 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) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 3 6 - Okay 2 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.4/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Eulogio T. 5 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Frank review No hassle, well equipped. Wifi would be great if that can be addressed ##### Eulogio T. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022 ### 6/10 Okay #### Fiona R. 12 Jan 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication #### Just ok TV not working. Garden very small and dry. Not like photo. Outdoor deck area not in good repair and could not be used. Would only recommend for budget holiday only. ##### Fiona R. Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2025 ### 8/10 Good #### Alison B. 18 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Long weekend away Although the house was good and reasonably equipped the outdoor furniture was poorly maintained and some of the benches were unsafe to sit on. The garden area was fenced but not pleasant. Inside, the ceiling fan in one bedroom could not be used for safety reasons and the stove top did not work well. ##### Alison B. Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Claire C. 31 Dec 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfortable Beach House for Family Holiday We had 10 people stay at the house quite comfortably. The kitchen was well equipped, board games for kids, main living area was great for the number of people we had. The house is about 1 km from the beach, so if you have young kids you still need to drive. We were lucky enough to have hot weather, however the end 2 bedrooms didn’t cool very well with the air conditioning in the living room, although they did have fans. One bedroom had a portable air conditioner. Our only other comment would be that the house just needs a good spring clean. ##### Claire C. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### Antonio D. 18 Jan 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfortable and suitable for our needs House was suitable to our needs with a good layout. Easy to walk to the inlet regularly. House obviously not used for a while and needed a bit of fresh air through. Minor plumbing issue reported but remained unrepaired at the time of vacating. Likely difficult to get plumber in that area. ##### Antonio D. Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Linh N. 9 Jan 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely & enjoyable The house is cosy and very spacious. Half of our group stayed at Meeniyan motel, occupying 4 rooms there; but we mainly had meals and activities at the beach or at this house; it can accommodate 20 people comfortably. We’ve had so much fun singing karaokes and playing board games there. The price is reasonable and the agents are very helpful, answering my many questions in details (as it’s the first time we’ve rent an entire house for holiday). The kitchen looks like just got renovated, very new, and having lots of pots, cutlery and cooking utensils, so convenient! The fridge is so big and there are even the washing machine and clothes dryer there too. Everything was beyond our expectations. We would love to come back. There was only one problem with the house - the mosquitoes! Therefore Mosquito-cream or insect-repellers is a must to bring next time! ##### Linh N. Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2022 ### 8/10 Good #### mohd y. 9 Jan 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Good value for money A spacious house in the second estate of Venus bay. Overall it is in good shape. However, bed frames can use an update. Overall, it's a clean well served unit that leaves you to enjoy the area without much of care. We loved our stay and would come back ##### mohd y. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 6/10 Okay #### beachhols 21 Jan 2019 #### Amazing beach, house needs a touch-up Amazing Location,beach is incredibly beautiful. The town is lovely too, with a general store that has an amazing array of products. The house is nice but is let down a little by not being perfectly clean and an absolutely terrible bed in main bedroom that was awful to sleep on. Overall value was good though so if you don't have a huge budget it is not a bad option. ##### beachhols