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Barwon Heads : Stylish and spacious, pet friendly vintage chic beach shack

Barwon Heads : Stylish and spacious, pet friendly vintage chic beach shack

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Overview of Barwon Heads : Stylish and spacious, pet friendly vintage chic beach shack

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher

Check out the area

Map
Barwon Heads, VIC
  • Popular LocationBarwon Heads Golf Club20 min walk
  • Popular Location13th Beach Golf Links6 min drive
  • Popular LocationAdventure Park Geelong12 min drive
  • AirportMelbourne, VIC (MEB-Essendon)81 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Queen Bed

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Bathroom 3

Soap · Towels provided · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Barwon Heads : Stylish and spacious, pet friendly vintage chic beach shack

Original 1960s Barwon Heads beach shack, stylishly renovated, situated in a quiet location yet close walking distance to everything. Comfortably accommodates 6 people. Property includes three generous sized, light filled bedrooms, two bathrooms inside, 1 further bathrooms accessible from the garden, fully equipped European kitchen and laundry.

The backyard has a small bungalow. While not suitable for sleeping, it does have a basic, separate, third bathroom (toilet and shower) which can be handy for larger groups.

The property faces north, allowing you to take full advantage of the living and dining space with large glass sliding doors opening onto a large deck and outdoor entertainment area complete with undercover BBQ area and kitchen server window.

Double glazed windows, wood fire in the lounge room, and reverse cycle air conditioning provide warmth for the cooler months while fans, air conditioning and fresh evening breezes provide absolute comfort for the warmer summer months.

Relax, sleep or read a good book from the library while lying in the hammock under the shade of the trees. The kids and dogs can play safely in the fenced yard or the conveniently located playground, skate park and nature reserve at the end of the street.

Enjoy a short stroll to the Barwon River and beaches, golf course, boutique shopping, cafes and restaurants or bring your bikes and go for a ride. (Bikes can also be hired locally).

Please note that if you are unable to travel due to changing Government COVID restrictions we offer a full refund or a no-fee transfer to an alternative date.


CHRISTMAS / SUMMER
Bookings generally run weekly at this time of year. Please make enquiries if you have particular needs.

PUBLIC HOLIDAY WEEKENDS
3 night minimum booking

Check in is from 2pm and check out is 10am. . Flexibility is sometimes possible, please ask at time of booking.


We are a pet friendly property - please notify at time of booking.

Our property is fenced with 7 foot timber fences on 3 sides, and front fence standing at approx. 1m high and a gate that can be closed across the driveway. We don’t recommend that active pets are left alone in the yard if you aren’t home. House trained pets can be left inside for shorter periods.

Further information

This property is suitable for couples or families, long weekends or weekly stays
15 minute flat walk to the main street and 25 minute flat walk to the beach
All bed linen and bath towels are provided, plus hand and shower wash. Please bring your own beach towels. Off street parking is available for 2 cars.

While we changed owners in early 2018 (and therefore had to set up a new profile), Cottesloe Beach Shack has been a local favourite for many years and has been featured on Channel 9s Postcards, as well as in Sunday Life and Frankie Magazines. New owners Rebecca and David are committed to continuing the style, quality and authentic, laid back Barwon Heads experience that our previous guests have enjoyed so much. Check us out on Instagram and Facebook for more information and reviews.

During COVID we, like other owners, are taking additional precautions. All linen is professionally laundered, there are cleaners, wipes and hand wash available for use during your stay, and all surfaces will have been disinfected prior to your arrival.

Property manager

Rebecca McKenzie and David Aberdeen

Languages

English
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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Air conditioning

House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed
Small private events only,discuss when booking

Pets

Pets allowed
No pets on furniture please. Covers provided.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). 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
Note from host: Small private events only,discuss when booking
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Barwon Heads

Located in Barwon Heads, this holiday home is on a river. Waurn Ponds Shopping Centre and Westfield Geelong are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Connewarre Wildlife Reserve and Barwon Bluff Marine Sanctuary. Travelling with kids? Consider Warbird Air Adventures and Bellarine Adventure Golf. Kayaking and surfing/body boarding offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and hiking nearby.
Map
Barwon Heads, VIC

What's nearby

  • Barwon Heads Golf Club - 20 min walk
  • Raffs Beach - 3 min drive
  • 13th Beach Golf Links - 6 min drive
  • Adventure Park Geelong - 12 min drive
  • Point Impossible Nudist Beach - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • Marshall Station - 18 min drive
  • Melbourne, VIC (AVV-Avalon) - 43 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Mex - 9 min drive
  • Garage - 6 min drive
  • Ocean Grove Pizza & Pasta - 7 min drive
  • BeachHouse Barwon Heads - 19 min walk
  • Beach Terrace Cafe - 7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Barwon Heads : Stylish and spacious, pet friendly vintage chic beach shack pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Barwon Heads : Stylish and spacious, pet friendly vintage chic beach shack ?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Barwon Heads : Stylish and spacious, pet friendly vintage chic beach shack ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Barwon Heads : Stylish and spacious, pet friendly vintage chic beach shack located?

This family-friendly Barwon Heads holiday home is located on the riverfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of Lake Connewarre Wildlife Reserve, Frank Ellis Reserve Beach and Barwon Heads Golf Club. Barwon Bluff Marine Sanctuary and 13th Beach are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen Anson

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous beach shack
Lovely, cosy beach shack.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Marijn K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We loved our stay
Wonderfully styled house with beautiful green garden, we especially loved the undercover entertainment area during a few rainy days. Great location, quiet, but close to the main street and a great park. Highly recommended!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carmen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Spot
Great house, had everything we needed as a family to stay. Beautifully decorated and layed out. We loved the indoor -outdoor flow. Close to the river and town. Kids playground nearby. Would come back and stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

Paul r., Melbourne

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cool cottesloe
Quirky retro furnished beach house with a fantastic vibe and lovely garden. Great attention to detail makes a great holiday.
Stayed 11 nights in Feb 2021

10/10 Excellent

melissa m.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
rejuvenating
We've stayed in Barwon frequently over the past 15 years and the Shack was perfect for our family (older kids and large dog) - easy walk to town, lots of places to walk the dog, quiet neighbourhood for a learner driver, spacious, quirky and very comfortable. Owners were super responsive and very considerate of the uncertainty of travel restrictions due to COVID.
Stayed 13 nights in Jan 2021

About the host

Hosted by Rebecca McKenzie and David Aberdeen

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We are a professional couple based in Melbourne with our rescue dogs Zarli and Roger. We have lived abroad and travelled extensively, so we are pretty particular about what makes a great short-stay holiday let. We fell in love with Cottesloe Beach Shack immediately, and we are sure you will too.

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